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Real Estate Voted the Best Investment Eight Years in a Row

In an annual Gallup poll, Americans chose real estate as the best long-term investment. And it’s not the first time it’s topped the list, either. Real estate has been on a winning streak for the past eight years, consistently gaining traction as the best long-term investment (see graph below): If you’re thinking about purchasing a [...]

By |2022-02-21T08:29:27-06:00February 21st, 2022|First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, home, Housing Market Updates, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, Move-Up Buyers, northwoods, Rent vs. Buy, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on Real Estate Voted the Best Investment Eight Years in a Row

Are You Ready To Fall in Love with Homeownership?

  Financial benefits are always a key aspect of homeownership, but it’s also important to understand that the nonfinancial and personal benefits are why so many people genuinely fall in love with their homes. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of emotional attachment because of the comfort it provides, but also [...]

By |2022-02-14T08:36:04-06:00February 14th, 2022|First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, home, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, northwoods, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on Are You Ready To Fall in Love with Homeownership?

How To Win as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

  Some Highlights Even in today’s sellers’ market, there are still ways for buyers to win big. Build a team of trusted professionals and make strategic plays as you budget and pick your desired neighborhoods. Then, be ready for the competition by getting a pre-approval letter and leaning on your expert advisors to draft a [...]

By |2022-02-11T09:38:32-06:00February 11th, 2022|Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, home, Infographics, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, Move-Up Buyers, northwoods, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on How To Win as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

The Path To Homeownership Can Be Steeper for Some Americans

As we celebrate Black History Month, we honor and recognize the past and present experiences of Black Americans. A significant part of this experience is investing in a home of their own. While equitable access to housing has come a long way, the path to homeownership is still steeper for households of color. It’s an [...]

By |2022-02-10T09:39:30-06:00February 9th, 2022|Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, home, Housing Market Updates, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, northwoods, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on The Path To Homeownership Can Be Steeper for Some Americans

Don’t Let Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Dreams

If you’re looking to buy a home, you may be wondering how your student loan debt could impact those plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off your student loans before you can buy your first home? Or could you qualify for a home loan with that debt? To give you the answers [...]

By |2022-02-10T09:38:19-06:00February 8th, 2022|Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, home, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, northwoods, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on Don’t Let Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Dreams

The Top Indicator if You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading

Mortgage rates have increased significantly since the beginning of the year. Each Thursday, Freddie Mac releases its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. According to the latest survey, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has risen from 3.22% at the start of the year to 3.55% as of last week. This is important to note because any increase [...]

By |2022-02-10T09:34:50-06:00February 2nd, 2022|First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, home, Interest Rates, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, Move-Up Buyers, northwoods, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on The Top Indicator if You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading

Owning Is More Affordable than Renting in the Majority of the Country

If you were thinking about buying a home this year, but already pressed pause on your plans due to rising home prices and increasing mortgage rates, there’s something you should consider. According to the latest report from ATTOM Data, owning a home is more affordable than renting in the majority of the country. The 2022 [...]

By |2022-01-31T09:15:16-06:00January 31st, 2022|Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, home, Interest Rates, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, northwoods, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on Owning Is More Affordable than Renting in the Majority of the Country

Why Your Home Inspection Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]

  Some Highlights Buying a home and wondering if your inspection is necessary? While some buyers may decide to waive their inspection, it’s risky decision. Your home inspection is a crucial step in the homebuying process. It assesses the condition of the home you plan to purchase, so you can avoid costly surprises down the [...]

By |2022-01-28T08:40:14-06:00January 28th, 2022|First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, home, Infographics, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, Move-Up Buyers, northwoods, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on Why Your Home Inspection Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]

The Next Generation of Homebuyers Is Here

Many members of Generation Z (Gen Z) are aging into adulthood and deciding whether to rent or buy a home. If you find yourself in this group, it’s important to understand you’re never too young to start thinking about homeownership. The sooner you start planning, the sooner you can move on from renting. As you [...]

By |2022-01-25T10:30:05-06:00January 25th, 2022|Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Gen Z, home, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, northwoods, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on The Next Generation of Homebuyers Is Here

Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 2022

You may have heard that it’s important to get pre-approved for a mortgage at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what does that really mean, and why is it so important? Especially in today’s market, with rising home prices and high buyer competition, it’s crucial to have a pre-approval letter prior to making an offer. Here’s why. Being intentional [...]

By |2022-01-25T10:27:00-06:00January 24th, 2022|First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, home, Lake Alice, Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, lakeside, Move-Up Buyers, northwoods, Tomahawk, waterfront, Wisconsin|Comments Off on Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 2022
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