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The 2026 real estate market is already taking shape, and savvy luxury home buyers and sellers in Wisconsin and Illinois are making their moves early. While many wait […]
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Tangible asset: Real estate is a physical asset that you can see, touch and feel. Unlike stocks or bonds, it’s a tangible investment that provides a sense of […]
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Introduction Groundhogs Day is a very important day in the real estate market. It’s when we all look to see if there will be six more weeks of […]
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The debate of owning a home versus renting has been ongoing for decades. While renting may seem like the easier and more flexible option, there are many benefits […]
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Pre-approval: Before you start looking for a home, it’s always advised to get pre-approved for a mortgage. This involves providing a lender with information about your income, assets, […]
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When building a new home, there are many features and finishes to consider. However, there are a few “must-haves” that are essential for a new construction home to […]
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Your Home’s foundations is an essential component of your home as it provides a stable base for the structure. Here are a few reasons why foundations are important: […]
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As we begin to enter the Spring of 2023, the real estate market is becoming increasingly complex and competitive. While technology has made it easier for individuals to […]
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After the high prices and bidding wars in 2020, 2021 and the beginning of 2022 in the real estate world, the end of last year we saw the […]
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When you’re buying a home, there’s always a lot at stake. You never want to do or possibly say something that can keep the offer from falling through. […]
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If you’re getting ready to buy a home, you’re likely realizing that one of the most important parts of the process is getting approved for a mortgage that […]
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When it comes mortgages are concerned, “escrow” and “escrow accounts” refer to two slightly different concepts.By contrast, an es Escrow is the process by which the listing agent or […]
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Final walkthroughs are not the same as home inspections – this is not the time for negotiations with the seller to do repairs or add contingencies. The purpose […]
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2020 was a year for change for all of us across the globe. Many lifestyle adjustments and plenty of time at home. During that time, you may have […]
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The home buying experience can vary in length for everyone, but the ending should be smooth no matter how long (or short) it takes you to get to […]
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By Patrick Young Home is more than where the heart is, and it should also be the one place on earth where you feel most comfortable and safe. […]
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While house hunting during the winter in Wisconsin was never really a huge thing of the past, today’s culture keeps things going year-round – which means finding a […]
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If you think 2020 may be the year for you to buy a home, consider making these 5 New Year’s resolutions to help you be as prepared as […]
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At your college graduation, you’ll hear inspirational speeches. You’ll talk about hopes and dreams and all the hard work you’ve put in to get this far. What you […]
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If you’re getting ready to buy a home, you’re likely realizing that one of the most important parts of the process is getting approved for a mortgage that […]
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If you’re a first time home buyer, the stress of choosing the perfect house for your family can feel overwhelming at first. While that stress may seem very […]
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Regular house-hunting isn’t always easy, but adding distance into the mix can present challenges you don’t have when looking a few neighborhoods over for a new home. While […]
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Are you thinking about buying a home and just don’t know where to start? Before you even begin looking at homes, consider how much you may need to […]
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Whether this is your first time moving or your 10th, there are always new tips and tricks to making your move a little more smooth each time. While […]
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It’s fun! It’s exciting! It’s important to take everything on Real Estate sites with a grain of salt! Oh, let’s just admit it, shall we? Browsing for homes […]
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In 2017 alone, 60% of women millennial buyers were single! Buying a home seems to come with the idea that it’s the step AFTER you get married and […]
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While you’re fussing over your bills, did you realize you’re making your landlord rich? Rentals are the most lucrative business to get into. It turns ordinary people into […]
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Are you moving into a new home? We know how exciting it can be! We’ve compiled a list of a few things you can do after your move […]
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Home ownership rates are STILL the lowest they have been in the last 50 years. Yet a large portion of Americans are still renting properties, instead of enjoying […]
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The real estate market is constantly changing, so of course DO YOUR RESEARCH! DO NOT jump the gun on this one! Unbiased advice from family and peers may […]
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If you haven’t bought a home yet, you’re missing out on a wonderful feeling! That moment when you walk through your doors, throw your purse or keys on […]
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Newlyweds are saying “I do” to each other, and equate to over half of first time home buyers that are also saying “I do” to their dream homes. […]
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With the influx of new technology and web based solutions, it isn’t a surprise that everything is moving fast into the era of the internet. From sites like […]
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“I’ll hold off buying a home until next year.” If you’ve thought of purchasing a home, but don’t want to deal with the process now, you’ve probably had […]
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With the growth of online tools, companies are quickly building products to serve the real estate community. After all, it’s a lucrative industry, home buying and selling will […]
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Moving into a new home is an exciting time, and you’re probably daydreaming about decor and paint schemes and new furniture. But before you get into the fun […]
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As unfortunate as it can be when homeowners fall behind on mortgage payments and must face the possibility of losing their homes, short sales and foreclosures provide them […]
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You’ve most likely heard the rule: Save for a 20-percent down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20 percent is solid, as it shows […]
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Some the features that increase property values are obvious-like a remodeled bathroom, a modern kitchen, or a sought-after neighborhood. But here are a few features and circumstances you […]
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Budgeting for buying a home can be difficult enough when you’re just weighing mortgage options and a purchase price. But there are many other factors that go into […]
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