I don't ever remember walking along the beach or strolling around the quarry at Harrington Beach State Park in the middle of the winter. But this winter is different. So far this year, we've had minimal snow and unusually warm temps. Today we made it into the 50s. Add bluer than blue skies, a br
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01/31/2012
Looking for some winter fun in a community full of charm? Then plan on spending some time at Cedarburg's Winter Festival February 4 and 5. These two days are full of a variety of events and activities for all ages including the Ice-Burg Open Golf Tournament, Co-Ed Sno-Ball Tournament, a dog we
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01/28/2012
I think I've written about this topic in the past, but because of some recent happenings, I think it bears repeating. The first step to buying a house is to get pre-approved. I know some buyers out there don't want to hear that. You just want to get a taste of what's on the market. What can you g
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01/26/2012
As I write this, the beginnings of a snowstorm are happening outside. It's bitter cold and those fine snowflakes are falling. You wouldn't think this would be the time of year for a farmers market in Wisconsin -- but it is! Beginning Saturday, January 28, and continuing the last Saturday of ea
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01/20/2012
I've learned a thing or two from some colleagues and myself over the past several years on how and how not to react to different situations in the real estate business. Got an offer that's not quite what you were hoping it would be? Appreciate that you got an offer. There's a buyer out there that
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01/15/2012
I received a call early this morning from one of my sellers to let me know she decided to accept the latest counter offer we received from the buyer who had written an offer on her house. Admittedly, I breathed a sigh of relief. It's a great offer. Clean, fair, and a pretty quick closing, too. Bu
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01/13/2012
Dear Mrs. Buyer, I received your voicemail the other day that you and your husband wanted to buy a house in Ozaukee County. You said you found me on the internet, liked my bio, and were excited to work with me! You left your number, saying you looked forward to hearing from me. I was out and abo
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01/12/2012
Riveredge Nature Center in Newburg is offering a snowshoe hike night on Saturday, January 21. The nature center is located at 4458 Highway Y, and the cost for this event is $7 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. If you are a member of the center, the cost for adults is $5 and children i
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01/07/2012
Located on the west side of Port Washington, this home offers opportunity for someone looking for a "fixer-upper". On the first floor are the living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and a full bath. Per the seller, there are hardwood floors in the living room and bedrooms. Upstairs is a spacious maste
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01/05/2012
With today being a legal holiday, our office is closed. Nonetheless, I made the decision to come in and get some work done. I seem to be more productive when I'm at the office versus working at home, and with us being closed, I knew the interruptions would be minimal. I think I got here around 9:
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01/02/2012