First Weber Group REALTORS®: Wisconsin Real Estate

A detailed article on the timeline remaining to get in on the first time home buyer tax credit was written by First Weber's Scott Swick and featured in the Fond du Lac reporter. A definite must-read. 

Are you in the process of buying now?  How is it going for you?

It feels good to share good news about First Weber people who make a mark for themselves by doing more than expected. Sometimes that is real estate related, sometimes not. Some people try to make a difference and stop for one reason or another, and some people keep going because it is part of who they are.

This is not a press release - it is about a person. A person who happens to be with First Weber Group and who was recently recognized for Distinguished Service to the Wisconsin REALTORS Association at the 2009 WRA Annual Convention.

His name is Ron Zahrt. (The one front and center wearing orange in the picture) Ron has been in real estate for 29 years +.  He is President and owner/partner with First Weber Group Northern Wisconsin LLC, and sells/manages in the Wausau area. He's got a litany of credentials, which I will list press release style, after injecting my opinion Ron is that the kind of guy you would like to have as your neighbor.

OK, here's the list of some of what Ron Zahrt has done to get this award: serving as Past President of the Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service, multiple terms on the Board of Directors of the Central Wisconsin Board of REALTORS and positions on numerous WRA committees.  He is a member of the Wausau Early Bird Rotary Club and Employers in Support of the Guard and Reserves; he has been a United Way Volunteer of the Year in Marathon County, Wisconsin; and Ron is also a cancer survivor who represents Congressional District 7 in the American Cancer Society's Action Council.

There are a few points, I guess.  One, congratulations to Ron. Two, real estate is sold by people, to people and is really all about connecting to people through actions, which Ron does. And three, First Weber Group is happy to have him on our team, making us a better company.

Three Cheers for Ron!

First Weber Group expands into Oshkosh,Wisconsin real estate market in a big way!  We welcome Coldwell Banker Schwab, the largest real estate firm in Oshkosh with dominant market share and 40 agents to our Wisconsin real estate team.  Dennis and Gail Schwab have been in real estate for over 30 years and have the kind of reputation any company would be happy to welcome - we certainly look for that when expansion opportunities come along.    This was a real good match for both companies.

Seems the news is spreading in Oshkosh quickly!  We've already seen newspaper articles in the local paper and tweets by the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce among others. Amazing how news travels on twitter!  You can follow First Weber on twitter here.

Coldwell Banker Schwab had an interest in providing good technology for buyers and sellers.  First Weber provides just  that with our Front Runner multi-media marketing for every listing, (great video here, if you have not seen it already) and our numerous inhouse technology systems that provides anything from market share reports to websites to advertising and mailing materials.

Signs are being changed over, the website is being worked on, the many listings will be moved over, the many agents added to our rosters, technology systems and the like.  Soon the Front Runner smart signs with texting, multi-media and call capture plus all the other Front Runner features will be available on Schwabs property listings.   We are striving for a hassle-free transition to welcome our new Oshkosh connection in the best way possible. 

Now, all that transition is not complete yet by any means - the cat got out of the bag a little early.  But it is full speed ahead in getting First Weber's newest office running at full First Weber capacity.  WELCOME, we're thrilled!

If there's anyone in Oshkosh  - seller, agent or resident -who has a question about First Weber Group - read our blog, make a comment, ask a question!

Home buyers have numerous advantages these days - lower prices, increased selection - and some challenges such as stricter lending. While these changes may make home buying a little more difficult, they also seem more sensible.  Think about what you are buying; buy within your means; stick to reputable lenders/mortgage products; treat your property for what it is... a place to live.  A complete AP story on the subject is available at msnbc.com 

First Weber friend helps find friend a new job.  Crabby Dave's in Marshfield, WI is now owned by another Dave matched to the property and counseled by Rich Chronquist of First Weber Group.   A good REALTOR is a social person in sales because they like working with and helping people - here's a vey good example.  From the Marshfield Herald News.  If you have real estate ideas or need help, please contact us or send a question/comment.

Here to help...

Lakes vary widely in obvious ways - shallow, deep, murky, clear, spring fed etc, but many also have what you could call "personalities." 

How do you know which lake is for you?  Your local First Weber Group Realtor should be able to give you valuable insight into lakes in the area you're looking at.  Like peace and quiet? Like to sail? To fish? Like a very active lake with lots of boating activity? We can help point you to the lake that matches such interests.

Contact us if you're looking to buy lake property in Wisconsin - First Weber has a lot of knowledge to share. If you want to search by map, please do so here. There's a special Northwoods Wisconsin search here as well.

Pictured is Lake Mildred and here is a previous post about that lake. Photo courtesy of Sandy Ebben.