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How to Become a Homeowner on a First-Time Buyer’s Budget
It's not easy being a first-time homebuyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally, mortgage rates have risen significantly since 2021, while inventory remains tight for many property categor...
Stress-Free Home Cleaning: 27 Practical Tactics for Busy Households
Keeping a clean and orderly home is a challenge for many of us. Between busy work schedules, social obligations, and family commitments, it’s tough to keep up with daily chores—let alone larger seasonal tasks. The effort is worthwhile, h...
The 10 Best Downsizing Tips When Moving to a Smaller Home
Are you selling a bigger home and buying something smaller? Moving is an overwhelming process, but worrying that you may not have enough space in your new home can make your move even more stressful. If you aren’t sure how to downsize, we�...
My Home Didn’t Sell…. NOW WHAT?
When it comes to listing their home, most home sellers want three things: 1) to make a lot of money, 2) to put in minimal time and effort, and 3) to sell quickly. But the reality is, selling a home is rarely that simple. And homeown...
Top Home and Design Trends for 2023
We’ve already covered real estate market trends to expect in 2023, and now we’ve put together a guide to design and home trends to watch for in 2023. Read on to find out which home trends are expected to be popular in the upcoming year. ...
2023 Real Estate Market Trends
2022 saw soaring inflation, a spike in mortgage rates, and low housing inventory, especially in our area. So, what will 2023 bring for the real estate market? While details will differ depending on the region, here are some gen...
Wisconsin’s Affordable Housing Shortage
Wisconsin, along with the rest of the country, has been facing an affordable workforce housing crisis for years. When home prices are too high or there is not enough inventory, workers are unable to move to a community. This puts immense strain...
Our Area Schools
Location, location, location. When it comes to real estate, choosing the right community is just as important as the property itself. When we work with young families who are interested in buying a home in our area, schools are often a ...