Archive for the ‘Northwoods Wisconsin’ category

January 6, 2011

Are You Ready to Win the Real Estate Quinella in 2011?

Are You Ready to Win the Real Estate Quinella in 2011?

Two important  factors In horse racing, winning a quinella is picking the top two finishers in a race.  The winning payoff is usually worthwhile.   In real estate, there are a number of factors that lead to a worthwhile purchase.  Two of the most important of these factors are: 1) the home affordability index, and 2) the […]

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January 5, 2011

November Wisconsin real estate update from First Weber Group

November Wisconsin real estate update from First Weber Group

Wisconsin real estate sales down, prices stable As expected, November 2010 Wisconsin home sales are down versus November 2009 Wisconsin home sales, according to data released by the Wisconsin Realtors Association. Why was this expected? If you’ve been reading First Weber’s Wisconsin real estate blog, you’ve heard the explanation before: The home buyer tax credit of last […]

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January 4, 2011

Timber Value 101 for Land Buyers

Timber Value 101 for Land Buyers

Timber Value 101 for Land Buyers By: Jay Frazier– Broker Associate with First Weber Group, Muscoda, WI Recently I had a question from a buyer relating to the standing timber on a property and how it affects the value of the parcel. Since many rural properties are wooded, I realized that others may have many […]

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January 3, 2011

5 Realities of Purchasing A Foreclosed Property

5 Realities of Purchasing A Foreclosed Property

There are opportunities to buy foreclosed properties in most markets right now.  But the question is, should you? Let’s define a foreclosure.  When a property owner defaults on their mortgage, the property is headed for foreclosure.  The process varies by State but in most cases, a period of time is allowed for the owner to […]

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December 29, 2010

Let it Snow! Check out Wisconsin’s snow condition report for skiing and snowmobiling

Let it Snow! Check out Wisconsin’s snow condition report for skiing and snowmobiling

Snow can be very beautiful and fun for those who like to make the most of our long Wisconsin winters by participating in Winter sports like skiing and snowmobiling.  Some think if it is going to be winter, there might as well be snow. Do you agree? Travel Wisconsin has a great snow conditions map so […]

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