Tag Archives: Wisconsin
Winter Stay-cation: Kenosha
As the weather outside is frightful, there are many days where leaving our homes become difficult and challenging. Don’t worry — there are many things you can do indoors to beat the winter blues. • Civil War Museum. The Civil …
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Shorewest Shares: How to Sell your Home in a Cold Market
It’s the beginning of the winter months, and unless you love the cold weather, there’s a good chance that you don’t want to leave your home… let alone sell or buy a new one. However, it can be done and …
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Shorewest Shares: New York Times Calls Homeownership Best Way to Build Wealth
The New York Times recently published an editorial entitled, “Homeownership and Wealth Creation.” The housing market has made a strong recovery, not only in sales and prices, but also in the confidence of consumers and experts as an investment. …
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Wisconsin Mortgage Corporation Shares What The 3% Down Payment Program Means
Recent news reports have been featuring new programs announced by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac designed to stimulate more home ownership. Although details are still being worked out, both mortgage giants are intending to offer something that will only require …
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Shorewest Shares: Winter is a Great Time to House Hunt
Spring and early summer are traditionally known as the high season for home sales, while winter is often over looked. Winter can be a great time to buy a home, if you don’t mind fewer homes for sale and …
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Shorewest Shares: How to Sell Your Home during the Holidays
The charm of the holidays and the type of buyers that are searching for a new home during this time of year can make the holidays a perfect time to sell your home. Here are a few ways to …
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Shorewest Shares: DIY Mistletoe Painting
Supplies • Canvas • Washable green paint • Acrylic yellow and red paint • Red ribbon • Hot glue gun • Paint brushes • Cute, little feet! • Paper plates 1. Set your canvas on an easy to reach/lean …
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Community Spotlight: Candy Cane Lane
Candy Cane Lane began in December of 1984, when neighbors got together to donate money to the MACC (Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer) Fund in honor of a neighbor’s child being diagnosed with cancer. The neighbors worked together to decorate …
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Shorewest Shares: 10 Ways to Stay Warm at Home without Killing Your Heating Bill
Baby, it’s cold outside! As the cold weather takes over, there’s a constant debate between staying warm and keeping your heating bill down. Here are 10 ways to stay warm at home without killing your heating budget: Slippers. …
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My Best Advice to Veterans Buying Homes — A Letter from John Inzeo, Vice President of Wisconsin Mortgage Corporation
As we celebrated Veterans Day in November, we have had ample opportunities to reflect on the men and women who have served our country and preserved our freedoms. Past, present and future Veteran’s deserve our never-ending support as we …
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