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Selling the Family Home?Family is important, and your decision to sell your home may be difficult for those closest to you. Moving can create mixed emotions, and it’s important to help your

Your “Starter Home” Might Last Longer than You Think!New homebuyers often tell their agents that they are looking for their “starter home.” Several factors go into this

{Special Benefits of the VA Loan}Our military veterans have given so much to this country. To make it easier for these special families to qualify for and purchase a home, Veteran Affairs has a

Is the Suburbs right for you?The common assumption is that you live in the city when you’re young and then move to the suburbs when you’re ready to settle down. While no one can deny

{5 Tips to Create a Home Bar}So many businesses have been affected by the events of 2020, causing permanent and temporary closures of many of our favorite spots—including the corner bar. The

{5 Tips to Create a Home Bar}So many businesses have been affected by the events of 2020, causing permanent and temporary closures of many of our favorite spots—including the corner bar. The

Selling the Family Home?Family is important, and your decision to sell your home may be difficult for those closest to you. Moving can create mixed emotions, and it’s important to help your

{Special Benefits of the VA Loan}Our military veterans have given so much to this country. To make it easier for these special families to qualify for and purchase a home, Veteran Affairs has a

Your “Starter Home” Might Last Longer than You Think!New homebuyers often tell their agents that they are looking for their “starter home.” Several factors go into this

Is the Suburbs right for you?The common assumption is that you live in the city when you’re young and then move to the suburbs when you’re ready to settle down. While no one can deny

Weekend Project – Organize Your Kitchen PantryThe kitchen pantry is one of those areas that can quickly become a mess. Older cans and boxes keep getting pushed to the back and forgotten. How

Weekend Project – Organize Your Kitchen PantryThe kitchen pantry is one of those areas that can quickly become a mess. Older cans and boxes keep getting pushed to the back and forgotten. How

5 Refinancing Mistakes to AvoidMortgage interest rates are the lowest they’ve been in years and perhaps you’re wondering if it’s time to refinance your loan. With them starting to

One of my kids favorite things to do is to go to a park. They each have their favorites! This is one reason that I have become involved in this new parks board in Baraboo! I love to watch all the

5 Refinancing Mistakes to AvoidMortgage interest rates are the lowest they’ve been in years and perhaps you’re wondering if it’s time to refinance your loan. With them starting to

One of my kids favorite things to do is to go to a park. They each have their favorites! This is one reason that I have become involved in this new parks board in Baraboo! I love to watch all the

Just because we are currently in a Seller's Market staging is still important! When the buyer walks through the door, you want to give them the best impression! There are many things you can do to

Just because we are currently in a Seller's Market staging is still important! When the buyer walks through the door, you want to give them the best impression! There are many things you can do to

Your Listing Expired – Now What?Listing agreements all have an expiration date. No one wants to think about what happens when the listing expires; both the seller and agent hope the home will

Room Update – Try Color-BlockingRepainting a room is one of the easiest ways to freshen the décor while changing the feel of the room. The hottest design trend this year takes this to a

Your Listing Expired – Now What?Listing agreements all have an expiration date. No one wants to think about what happens when the listing expires; both the seller and agent hope the home will

Repainting a room is one of the easiest ways to freshen the décor while changing the feel of the room. The hottest design trend this year takes this to a whole new level. Color-blocking

Understanding the Back-Up Offer“When can I consider my home sold? This is one of the most common questions real estate agents are asked. While the laws vary in different states, generally the

Understanding the Back-Up Offer“When can I consider my home sold? This is one of the most common questions real estate agents are asked. While the laws vary in different states, generally the

How to Bring Restaurant Design to your Dining RoomRemember the feeling of walking into your favorite restaurant and looking forward to a nice meal in a great atmosphere? With the shutdown of indoor

How to Bring Restaurant Design to your Dining RoomRemember the feeling of walking into your favorite restaurant and looking forward to a nice meal in a great atmosphere? With the shutdown of indoor

Tips to Make Your Home both Beautiful and Kid-FriendlyHave you ever been to a home where it’s clear that the kids have taken over the space? It’s obvious that the home has become more of

You live in a quiet, residential community…then one evening you notice someone in the neighborhood is having a large, loud party which lasts into the wee hours of the morning. While you&rsquo

You live in a quiet, residential community…then one evening you notice someone in the neighborhood is having a large, loud party which lasts into the wee hours of the morning. While you&rsquo

Tips to Make Your Home both Beautiful and Kid-FriendlyHave you ever been to a home where it’s clear that the kids have taken over the space? It’s obvious that the home has become more of

Here are some tips to Clean and Maintain Your White Cabinets!Sleek, white kitchens are one of the most popular trends in interior design. Bright and cheery white tiles, sinks, cabinets and even

We have tips for the First-Time Home Seller!There is a lot of attention paid to first-time homebuyers. Most real estate agents and lenders have some kind of guide to help first-time homebuyers

Do you love modern White Kitchens? Tips to Clean and Maintain Your White CabinetsSleek, white kitchens are one of the most popular trends in interior design. Bright and cheery white tiles, sinks,

Thinking of selling your first home? We can help you!There is a lot of attention paid to first-time homebuyers. Most real estate agents and lenders have some kind of guide to help first-time

Advantages of Selling a HomeThis Winter Home sellers and real estate agents often fear the winter months because it seems like a poor time to list. The truth is that winter can be a great time to

Advantages of Selling a Home This Winter:Home sellers and real estate agents often fear the winter months because it seems like a poor time to list. The truth is that winter can be a great time to

Looking for a Mortgage? How to Protect Yourself from Identity TheftNothing is more stressful than shopping for a mortgage and realizing your credit score isn’t what you expected. Worse still

Looking for a Mortgage? How to Protect Yourself from Identity TheftNothing is more stressful than shopping for a mortgage and realizing your credit score isn’t what you expected. Worse still

Decorating magazines and store fronts are filled with beautiful wreaths, themed pillows and festive decorations, but this can be expensive. Decking the halls doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

Heated Flooring – Is It Worth the Cost?It seems like everybody is remodeling these days. With everyone spending more time at home, not only are the dated features of our properties more,

Decorating magazines and store fronts are filled with beautiful wreaths, themed pillows and festive decorations, but this can be expensive. Decking the halls doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

Heated Flooring – Is It Worth the Cost?It seems like everybody is remodeling these days. With everyone spending more time at home, not only are the dated features of our properties more,

Tight Seller’s Market? Consider New Construction!Most of the country is experiencing a very tight real estate market. Inventory levels are historically low, perhaps owing to the concern of

Most of the country is experiencing a very tight real estate market. Inventory levels are historically low, perhaps owing to the concern of strangers traipsing through the home during this time.

The popularity of home improvement television shows has increased the number of home projects. Unfortunately, not everyone is capable of knocking down walls and retiling their kitchen on their own.

Summer & Fall are traditionally a busy time for buyers and sellers. This year has been no exception—and with lower interest rates, many homebuyers are finding the competitive environment

The popularity of home improvement television shows has increased the number of home projects. Unfortunately, not everyone is capable of knocking down walls and retiling their kitchen on their own.

Summer and Fall is traditionally a busy time for buyers and sellers. This year has been no exception—and with lower interest rates, many homebuyers are finding the competitive environment

It can be challenging to keep everyone entertained when we aren’t able to go out of the house except to work in essential jobs, enjoy fresh air, and get groceries. Luckily, there are plenty of

Keeping the Homeownership Dream Alive Buying and owning your own home is no easy task, and there are moments on everyone's journey when they feel like it's impossible. However, there are plenty of

Keeping the Homeownership Dream Alive Buying and owning your own home is no easy task, and there are moments on everyone's journey when they feel like it's impossible. However, there are plenty of

It can be challenging to keep everyone entertained when we aren’t able to go out of the house except to work in essential jobs, enjoy fresh air, and get groceries. Luckily, there are plenty of

The Dells Scenic River Walk overlooks the Wisconsin River. It is known for its sandstone bluffs. This is just a short walk at 1/4 a mile, but it is a paved path that offers it's visitors not only a

The Dells Scenic River Walk overlooks the Wisconsin River. It is known for its sandstone bluffs. This is just a short walk at 1/4 a mile, but it is a paved path that offers it's visitors not only a

Hasn't it been difficult to adjust to a new normal during the past few weeks? With most residents being asked to stay at home, there are many who have recently lost their jobs or been asked to work

Seeley Lake is about 10 miles or aprox 15 minutes west of Baraboo. It is so peaceful and quiet! It is one of the out-of-the-way locations that I like to go to take my kids! We are truly blessed to

Seeley Lake is about 10 miles or aprox 15 minutes west of Baraboo. It is so peaceful and quiet! It is one of the out-of-the-way locations that I like to go to take my kids!Lake/Creek Info:It is a 52

Buying a home is exciting. Most people have visualized their dream home—large, inviting kitchen; multiple bedrooms for family and guests; perhaps a backyard with built-in BBQ, pool, and

I took my kids on the Baraboo River walk. It was such a nice day and such a neat place! If you have not been there yet, you should make the trip!Here is more info:The paved Riverwalk follows the

Real estate offers a solid investment opportunity that can provide not only an income stream, but long-term value appreciation as well. It’s never too late to begin investing in real estate.

I took my kids on the Baraboo River walk. It is such a neat place! If you have not been there yet, you should make the trip!Here is more info:The paved Riverwalk follows the Baraboo River as it

The Impact on BuyersHome staging works because it considers the wants and needs of buyers and taps into their emotions when searching for a home.Realtors who work with buyers say most buyers are

The Impact on BuyersHome staging works because it considers the wants and needs of buyers and taps into their emotions when searching for a home.Realtors who work with buyers say most buyers are

Most college students require some kind of financing to complete their degree. Student loan debt is a serious commitment, one which can take up to 20 years to repay. But having a student loan does

Most college students require some kind of financing to complete their degree. Student loan debt is a serious commitment, one which can take up to 20 years to repay. But having a student loan does

Do you feel that you’re ready to buy your first home? Tired of paying your landlord’s mortgage? Do you want to put down roots and start building equity for yourself? There are many

RepThe Home Buyer's ToolkitAlternative Buying OptionsReal Estate CommissionsAgreement Why Use an ABR®Buying a home is no small matter. Besides being the largest financial transaction you may

Do you feel that you’re ready to buy your first home? Tired of paying your landlord’s mortgage? Do you want to put down roots and start building equity for yourself? There are many

Real estate offers a solid investment opportunity that can provide not only an income stream, but long-term value appreciation as well. It’s never too late to begin investing in real estate.

Buying a home is exciting. Most people have visualized their dream home—large, inviting kitchen; multiple bedrooms for family and guests; perhaps a backyard with built-in BBQ, pool, and

Saving money each month toward a long-term goal is increasingly difficult for most people. Even committed savers can get thrown off track when unexpected problems or opportunities arise. It can be

Saving money each month toward a long-term goal is increasingly difficult for most people. Even committed savers can get thrown off track when unexpected problems or opportunities arise. It can be

A CRS REALTOR® is a Certified Residential Specialist—one of the top 3 percent of real estate agents in the U.S. CRS agents have more experience and training than the average REALTOR®

While it may only be temporary, the COVID-19 pandemic is touching everyone’s life in one way or another. If you are in the market to buy or sell your home, this can be a frightening time. With

So now that you’re stuck indoors for the foreseeable future, you may be wondering how you aregoing to fill your time. If you have plans, or are just considering, putting your house on the

There are so many questions and concerns amid the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak. The real estate market is especially hard hit and sellers are concerned. Real estate at its core is a people.

Everyone is being affected in some manner by the outbreak of Covid-19 coronavirus. During this time, buyers will have more questions than normal about the home buying process and their ability to

The original purpose of a mudroom was to ensure that the dirt and grime of the outdoors never made it inside your home, where visitors could see it. Believe it or not, the modern mudroom is often

The original purpose of a mudroom was to ensure that the dirt and grime of the outdoors never made it inside your home, where visitors could see it. Believe it or not, the modern mudroom is often