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9 Tips to Get Your Home Ready to Sell

A well cared for home will have more buyer appeal and is more likely to sell faster and for a better price. Remember, first impressions are lasting, and buyers are attracted to homes that have been well maintained. Before you …
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National Dog Day!

Don’t let the dog days of summer get your four-legged friend down. Take your furry companion to your local dog park to celebrate National Dog Day. Check out our blog post for a list of dog parks near you! #NationalDogDay …
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New Pledged-Asset Program Helps First-Time Homebuyers and Move-Up Buyers

Securing a large, enough down payment for your first home or one of significant value can be challenging for many people. Wisconsin Mortgage Corporation’s new Pledged-Asset Program can make your home dream come true. The program allows a buyer to …
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With Record-Low Mortgage Rates, Does It Make Sense to Refinance Your Home?

As mortgage rates hover around the mid-three percent range, refinancing might be a good investment. Here are things to consider before refinancing. Will I make my investment back? The low interest rate is certainly an important factor, but you also …
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Wisconsin’s Frank Lloyd Wright Trail

While Frank Lloyd Wright (FLW) is widely regarded as one of America’s greatest architects, you don’t have to be an architecture buff to appreciate his design and history. There is a new self-guided trail that will take you from one …
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What color paint will help you sell your home?

Neutral paint colors don’t just sell homes, research shows that they actually have the power to get you more for your home! While many people think neutral paint color simply means a shade of white, they couldn’t be further from …
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County Fair Season Guide

Fair season begins this week in southern Wisconsin. Find out when your local fair is happening. Please note that this is only a partial listing of some of the local fairs in the areas we serve. Jul 10-14 Jefferson County …
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Summer Cleaning/Maintenance Checklist

Here’s a few summertime cleaning/maintenance tips to keep your home in top shape. 1. Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors and replace the batteries if needed. 2. Get your cooling system ready. Whether it is time to install your window air conditioner …
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Real Estate Terms First Time Home Buyers Should Know Pt. 3

In the real estate world, there’s lots of terms and phrases that might leave your head spinning. Here’s a list to help get you started at becoming fluent in real estate! Pre-Qualification Not to be confused with pre-approval, pre-qualification is …
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