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Love It or Leave It

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Life is short. What are you waiting for?

The kids are gone. The house is quiet. And for the first time in decades, you get to ask:

Is this still the life I want—and is this still the house that life needs?

You’re not stuck. You’re at a crossroads: Love It or Leave It.

Love It means transforming your current home into what you need now—smart updates, less maintenance, and spaces designed for this next chapter.

Leave It means selling and stepping into something that fits better—less square footage, a different neighborhood, or a home designed for the freedom you’re craving.

Both paths lead to peace. But only one is right for you.

This book gives you the clarity to choose—without guilt, pressure, or endless overthinking. Drawing on nearly three decades of real-world experience, real estate expert Cari Ann Carter helps you determine whether it makes sense to thoughtfully transform the home you’re in or step into something entirely new.

Inside, you’ll find:

  • The Love It or Leave It Framework — a clear decision tool that cuts through confusion
  • Real strategies to overcome what’s holding you back — too much stuff, family guilt, financial fear, and decision fatigue
  • Housing options explained — from high-convenience living to full independence, so you understand the real trade-offs
  • Timeless renovation guidance — what to invest in (and what to skip) for lasting value and daily ease
  • True stories from families who’ve walked this path — and what they learned along the way

Whether your vision includes reshaping a home you already love or embracing a lock-and-leave lifestyle with more freedom and flexibility, this book helps you stop preserving yesterday and start designing tomorrow.

Turn the page.

Your next chapter is waiting—and it’s lighter than you think.

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Awards & Recognition
  • Top 100 Realtor in Minnesota, among over 22,000 licensed Realtors statewide
  • #4 Agent in Sales Volume at Edina Realty, among 2,300 agents
  • #5 Real Estate Agent in Minnesota Based on Sales Volume, among 22,000 Realtors
  • Recognized as a Top 100 Agent by Twin Cities Real Producers
  • Consistently Honored as a Top Producing Agent at Edina Realty
  • Named Twin Cities Super-Agent by Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine
  • Achieved Career Sales Exceeding $500 Million in Residential Real Estate

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Gain Clarity. Make a Plan. Live Your Dream.

For over 25 years, Cari Ann Carter Group has transformed homes through expert design, build, and renovation services, curating beautiful spaces tailored to your unique vision. Specializing in serving empty nesters, we understand this is your time to create the home you’ve always dreamed of—your style, your way. Whether you’re envisioning a stunning kitchen remodel, a luxurious main-floor primary suite, or a complete home transformation, our team delivers concierge-level service to bring your ideas to life.
 
Our philosophy is simple: we listen to your needs and craft personalized solutions. If your current home can be reimagined to meet your dreams, we’ll assemble a team of skilled professionals to make it happen. If it’s time to move on, we’ll guide you to a property that fits your budget and lifestyle, designing a space that reflects you. From renovations to relocations, we handle every detail with precision and care, leveraging our extensive network of trusted vendors for everything from interior design to staging and repairs.
 
Based in Minnesota, serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul area and beyond, Cari Ann Carter Group combines decades of design-build expertise with a passion for exceeding client expectations. Let us help you gain clarity, make a plan, and live your dream in a home crafted just for you.

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Cari Ann Carter

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(612) 926-9999

4999 France Ave S Ste 250 Minneapolis MN 55410