real estate: Is Cash "Always KING" When Buying Real Estate?
- 09/28/23 04:27 PM
Is Cash "Always KING" When Buying Real Estate?
A few weeks ago I listed a house for sale in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
On Day 1 we had a huge onslaught of showings. My cell phone was dinging throughout the day alerting me of the fact that another agent had been confirmed through our FlexMLS ShowingTime system. Agents were texting, calling and emailing me throughout the day asking questions about best terms, etc. and advised their buyer was considering putting in an offer but wanted a quick answer/response from the seller today, if that was even possible.
My seller was on the road and unable to … (3 comments)
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real estate: New Listing - A Rare Find in Kenosha, WI 53140!
- 09/09/23 11:17 AM
ONE OF A KIND 1 Story - 3 Bedroom - 2 Bath Ranch on Kenosha's Northside near Petretti Park in the Northern Estates Subdivision.
Large Dining Room and Kitchen combination with Armstrong Laminate flooring. Open Floorplan. No hemmed in feelings here. Natural woodwork. Family Room with pool table and open window/wall to Kitchen. Ceramic tiled spa room with Coleman 5-person hot tub offering convenient access to the 1.5 car attached garage with EDO (electric door opener) and workbench.
Large addition put in 2000
Basement with partially finished Rec Room and … (12 comments)
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real estate: Today is the Best Time to Sell Your House -- 5 Reasons Why
- 08/17/23 10:09 AM
Today is the Best Time to Sell Your House -- 5 Reasons Why
Summer Ends September 23rd -- So there is still time!
Are you thinking about selling your house? Have you had conversations with family and friends about planning to sell your Wisconsin (Kenosha or Racine) house? While the real estate market can be unpredictable, statistics indicate the months of August and September offer several advantages for sellers.
Timing plays a crucial role in maximizing your sale price.
There are many reasons to list your house in Wisconsin now. Below I will share with you my Top 5 Reasons.
Buyer Demand
Buyers are still seriously … (7 comments)
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real estate: 2023 Nextdoor Neighborhood Faves Winner - 1 Month Realty
- 08/10/23 12:30 PM
Thank you to our Neighbors!
We are honored to have been voted a 2023 @Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave.
This award means so much for our business and helps us continue to grow in our community!
Be sure to visit us on Nextdoor and leave a recommendation.
If you are considering the purchase of a new home or are thinking of selling your current house, give me a call!
(262) 308-3563
Serving SE Wisconsin - since 1994
Residential Real Estate
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real estate: Is Residential Real Estate Still Going Strong?
- 08/09/23 12:29 PM
New reports about the housing market show that residential real estate is still going strong despite the ongoing affordability challenges.
Last week, the National Association of Realtors released their Pending Home Sales data for June 2023. The report below shows the number of pending home sales – which equates to the actual signed contracts on existing single-family homes and condos – rose 0.3% from May to June.
Since February, this is the first time that pending home sales have increased. This is very significant because it shows that even though mortgage rates have elevated, home buyers are starting to accept the higher borrowing … (4 comments)
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real estate: Just Listed! Covelli Heights 1807-8th PL Village of Somers, WI 53140
- 07/14/23 08:44 AM
1807-8th Place - Covelli Heights - Village of Somers $622,500
Executive custom built 1 Story Ranch in Covelli Heights Subdivision with 2,793 SF on the main floor.
3 Car attached garage. Open concept. High-end upgrades, 12 ft ceilings in great room with Venetian look plus see thru gas fireplace.
Click here to see virtual tour
Custom kitchen has Custom Birch cabinets, granite counter tops, high-end stainless steel appliances and Brazil Cherry floors throughout. Family Room with patio doors to spacious Deck. In-house sound system, alarm system.
Master suite has patio doors, His & Her walk in closets, Jacuzzi tub plus see thru gas fireplace. … (8 comments)
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real estate: Is This Normal? Is This Really Happening? Now What Are We Going To Do?
- 03/28/23 04:33 PM
Is This Normal? Is This Really Happening?
Now What Are We Going To Do?
A True Story in Real Estate
This is my second Entry for the March Challenge hosted by Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP and Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
I listed a Kenosha house for sale and was working with a mentally unstable Mrs Seller who was going through a divorce (and Mr Seller did not want to sell).
Another agent brought us a buyer and they had the home inspected to meet the terms of their offer. The inspector found a few items that needed work, but the sellers said they were not … (20 comments)
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real estate: A Single Woman's Guide to Home Ownership
- 02/03/23 12:22 PM
A Single Woman’s Guide To Home Ownership
The traditional view of home ownership usually includes a married couple, but times have changed, and more and more single women are entering the housing market. In fact, almost twice as many single women are purchasing homes than single men, and almost one in five homes purchased today are purchased by single women. So why are single women making up such a large part of the housing market, and what are the special considerations single women should make when purchasing a home?
What Women Want!
The demographics of single women buying homes are quite diverse. From young … (7 comments)
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real estate: A Nice Home Or A Nice Neighborhood: Which Matters More?
- 02/01/23 01:18 PM
A Nice Home Or A Nice Neighborhood:
Which Matters More?
When you start shopping for a home, you probably have a very specific image of what you would like that home to look like. You probably also see the perfect neighborhood surrounding that perfect home. Every buyer sets out with an image of the house they want to own, but in reality compromises are often necessary in order to stay within your budget.
Compromising On The House
There may be certain things that are non-negotiable when it comes to your new home, such as the number of bedrooms or a two-car garage. But as … (5 comments)
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real estate: I Don’t Want to Reduce the Sales Price of My Home!
- 01/28/23 01:31 PM
As a Realtor in SE Wisconsin (Kenosha and Racine counties) of almost 30 years, I have had a number of situations come before me – from buyers and sellers.
Today I am going to address a subject commonly heard and my response to my seller. My hope is it will help you as a Seller or as a Realtor when having this "discussion" as many of us have -- and that it will help you in making the right decision for your situation.
I had a Seller who was in a position of not wanting to reduce their sales price because their … (8 comments)
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real estate: I Don't Need a Real Estate Agent to Sell My Home
- 01/23/23 11:22 AM
I Don’t Need a Real Estate Agent to Sell My Home
So you are thinking about going it alone? You prefer to sell your home without the benefit of a real estate professional, because you know your home better than any REALTOR®/AGENT/BROKER ever could. Well, obviously, this is true.
But knowing what it is like to live in your home and knowing how to sell it—or any property—are entirely different things. So, before you commit to putting your home on the market as an FSBO, (aka For Sale by Owner) I would love to sit down and go over a few important details … (6 comments)
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real estate: Auld Lang Syne - A Toast to the Future
- 12/31/22 08:12 AM
Auld Lang Syne - A Toast to the Future
As 2023 approaches faster than we could have ever imagined, it is time to reminisce about our past year and looking into the future -- to all the wonderful things to look ahead to. But before you break out the bubbly at your annual New Year's Eve party, take some time to brush up on your public speaking skills. After all, giving a champagne toast is one of the most special traditions out there on New Year's -- and you are going to want to make sure the last thing you say in … (12 comments)
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real estate: JUST LISTED! 3 Bedroom Brick Cape Cod with Natural Fireplace (Kenosha)
- 11/20/22 11:12 PM
JUST LISTED!!!
7535-20th Avenue
Kenosha, Wisconsin 53143-5802
$220,000
ONE OWNER HOME! All BRICK 1,334 SF Cape Cod located within walking distance of Grewenow Elementary.
Features 3 bedrooms, main floor full bathroom, Formal Dining Room and spacious Living Room with Natural Brick Fireplace. Main Floor has brand new Laminate flooring in Hall, LR and DR. All Freshly Painted throughout.
2 Main Floor bedrooms have brand new carpeting. Full Bathroom has Ceramic tiled walls and Tub Surround with shower over tub. Linen Closet in hallway with clothes chute.
… (8 comments)
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real estate: Do Mortgage Rates Really Effect Home Sales?
- 10/08/22 02:36 PM
Do Mortgage Rates Really Effect Home Sales?
If you ask a renter why they are choosing not to buy a home right now, an answer you will probably hear is “rates are too high.” If you asked a renter in the summer or fall of 2020 why they decided to buy, you would probably hear “rates were low.”
The highest national average a 30 year fixed rate mortgage has reached since January 2007 is 6.70% which was in July 2007. Believe it or not, Wisconsin home sales WERE NOT at an all-time low. The fewest monthly home sales Wisconsin had in this time … (12 comments)
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real estate: 5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home
- 08/27/22 09:51 AM
What is a Seller's Market?
A "Seller's Market" is when there are more home buyers in a particular area looking to purchase a home than actual houses listed for sale.
A "Seller's Market" usually includes rising home prices and stronger competition among home buyers. Also, home sellers may have the upper hand when it comes time for negotiation. However, even if the competition is fierce, rest assured that you can still buy a home.
Buying a home can be difficult, especially when buying in a "Seller's Market".
Check out these recommended tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home ... and to stand out … (11 comments)
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real estate: Harbor Park 3rd Floor Condo in Kenosha WI For Sale
- 07/13/22 06:02 PM
Just Listed!
Harbor Park Condominium
420-57th Street, Unit 305 - Kenosha, WI 53140-4250
Walking distance to Lake Michigan and Harbor Market, this condo has everything you're looking for. Elevator in building makes getting around easier. Open floor plan from living room to kitchen. Third Floor Harbor Park Condominium featuring 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, upgraded flooring (tile). Building amenities include a secured building and climate controlled underground parking (assigned). New hard wired smoke detectors three years ago. Brand New garbage disposal June 2022. Gas Forced Air Furnace (2 years old)/ New Dishwasher (2021).
***With acceptable Offer seller will give a … (3 comments)
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real estate: When is the Best Time to Buy a House?
- 05/18/22 12:55 PM
When is the Best Time to Buy a House?
This week in 1973 the televised Watergate hearings began and mortgage interest rates were over 8% and rising.
I bring this up to offer some perspective on the current rate environment. As you can see in the chart below, in 1973 rates were rising.
I can just imagine that the same comments we are hearing today were said back then. “Rates are higher than they used to be so I am going to wait to buy a home until they come back down”.
Unfortunately, for those who were trying to time the rate … (8 comments)
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real estate: Pristine 3 Bedroom for sale in Kenosha, WI - $195,000
- 01/17/22 01:02 PM
6726-32nd Ave - Kenosha, WI 53142-3465
Look No Further! Pristine 3 bedroom, 2 Bath Storybook House - vinyl sided - maintenance free ''Cape Cod'' with 2 Fireplaces, fenced backyard with Activity Center plus 1.5 car detached garage.
You will know this is Your HOUSE when you experience the sights and sounds of this well established neighborhood. Close to school and park. Dining Room with newer laminate floor, corner Curio and French Doors to Wood Deck overlooking fenced and nicely landscaped yard. Living Room with New Carpeting, built-in bookshelves and gas fireplace. Finished Recreation Room (could also be 4th bedroom) with electric fireplace … (10 comments)
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real estate: Hot, Normal or Cold Markets: When Should I Buy?
- 05/08/21 10:31 AM
Hot, Normal or Cold Markets:
When Should I Buy?
Picture credit to ListReports
Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a house. Some are renters who have a strong desire to become homeowners but are unsure if buying right now makes sense. Others may be homeowners who are realizing that their current home no longer fits their changing needs.
To determine if you should buy now or wait another year, ask three simple questions:
Do I think home values will be higher a year from now? Do I think mortgage rates will be higher a year from … (12 comments)
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real estate: FIVE DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) TIPS FOR WORK AROUND THE HOUSE
- 01/25/20 09:43 AM
FIVE DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) TIPS FOR WORK AROUND THE HOUSE
Make a list: Be sure to spend some time taking stock of the kinds of maintenance and improvement projects you’d like to begin. A well-considered list will help you to set reachable goals.
Establish priorities: Which projects are most important to you? Which projects will be the most costly? Which is more important: timeliness, quality or cost? Before beginning any do-it-yourself project, it is always wise to determine specific goals and priorities so that you are fully prepared when it comes time to begin.
Create a budget: For each project that you want to complete, make certain that … (13 comments)
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