Archive for the ‘Northwoods Wisconsin’ category

July 14, 2011

Location, Location, Location : point of interest search

Location, Location, Location : point of interest search

Location, Location, Location Everyone has heard the term “Location, Location, Location” used when describing what is very important to consider when buying a home. Location is the one thing you cannot change about the house you buy – so it should be carefully considered. One way to evaluate the location is to drive the neighborhood. […]

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July 13, 2011

This weekend in Wisconsin: Art Fairs, County Fairs and Bastille Days

This weekend in Wisconsin: Art Fairs, County Fairs and Bastille Days

A selection of community happenings across Wisconsin can be found each week here at the First Weber Wisconsin real estate & Wisconsin living blog.  We hope you find something fun to do! July 9-15, Bike Northwoods Tour, Madison July 15, Art on the Town, Appleton July 15, Tour de Brookfield, Brookfield July 16, Karner Blue Butterfly Festival, Black River […]

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July 12, 2011

Wisconsin home selling – staging counts – and do it now, not later

Wisconsin home selling – staging counts – and do it now, not later

Stage from the start Whether you’re thinking of putting your home on the market or your home is currently for sale, you should take seriously the professional advice given by real estate agents and professional home stagers. Within the last year, I’ve noticed a shift, with most sellers becoming more open to taking advice when […]

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July 11, 2011

Backyard Pests – how to deter them and keep your yard blooming

Backyard Pests – how to deter them and keep your yard blooming

By: Theresa Klisz Backyard pests can destroy your landscaping and lawns. Here’s how to get rid of the ravenous critters. Rabbit rascals Calling cards: Ravaged vegetables, beheaded borders and flowers (especially tulips), and gnawed trees, such as red maple, honey locust, and evergreens. Protection: Install 2-ft.-high fences that extend to the ground or below ($50 for 100 ft. of galvanized poultry fencing). […]

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July 10, 2011

Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program for Wisconsin homeowners in danger of foreclosure. Deadlines & restrictions apply. Read on for more.

Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program for Wisconsin homeowners in danger of foreclosure. Deadlines & restrictions apply. Read on for more.

Wisconsinites in danger of foreclosure: You may qualify for assistance, but you must apply. Deadline for filing pre-screening paperwork is July 22, 2011. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is implementing the Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program (EHLP) with money provided through the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.  EHLP was created to help homeowners […]

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