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The President has signed and it's official! Home Buyer Tax Credit Extended!

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:24:22 -0600

I as well as many others have been waiting - impatiently - to see if the home buyer tax credit would be extended. With great pleasure I am happy to announce:

The home buyer tax credit extension is now a done deal! This isn't just an extension of the first time buyer tax credit, it is also a tax credit for qualified current home owners!

This new bill extends unemployment benefits for over a million Americans ( which is at a 29 year high) and extends the first time buyer tax credit of up to $8,000 on transactions through April 30, 2010. Find your home and place an offer by April 30, close the transaction by June 30th and you get up to $8,000 in tax credit! The income restrictions have been loosened too!

For current homeowners there is a $6,500 tax credit for qualified parties! You must have owned your home for 5 years or lived in the home you owned for 5 of the last 7 years and you may be eligible for the $6,500 tax credit! There are income restrictions.

Some of the details:

Amounts:
- The first-buyer credit remains 10 percent of the cost of the home or $8000, whichever is less.
- The credit for existing homeowners is 10 percent of the value of the new home or $6500, whichever is less. (Limit of $800,000 purchase price)

Definitions:
- A first-time homebuyer cannot have owned a home during the past three years.
- Existing homeowners must have owned and lived in their current home five out of the preceding eight years.
- Only principal residences qualify. No second homes or investment properties.

Income limits:
- The measure raises the income limits for those claiming the credit to $125,000 a year for individuals and $225,000 for couples, up from $75,000 and $150,000 in the previous first-time buyer credit. After that, the value of the credit phases out.
- The cost of the new home cannot exceed $800,000.

Cost:
- Expanding the home buyers' credit will cost about $11 billion. The total cost of extending the first-time buyer credit and adding the existing owners' credit is $16.7 billion.

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Friday Funny

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:54:57 -0600

On Men and Women:

NICKNAMES
If Laura, Kate and Sarah go out for lunch, they will call each other Laura, Kate and Sarah.
If Mike, Dave and John go out, they will affectionately refer to each other as Fat Boy, Godzilla and Four-eyes.

EATING OUT
When the bill arrives, Mike, Dave and John will each throw in $20, even though it's only for $32.50. None of them will have anything smaller and none will actually admit they want change back.
When the girls get their bill, out come the pocket calculators.

MONEY
A man will pay $2 for a $1 item he needs.
A woman will pay $1 for a $2 item that she doesn't need but it's on sale.

BATHROOMS
A man has six items in his bathroom: toothbrush and toothpaste, shaving cream, razor, a bar of soap, and a towel.
The average number of items in the typical woman's bathroom is 77. A man would not be able to identify more than 20 of these items.

ARGUMENTS
A woman has the last word in any argument.
Anything a man says after that is the beginning of a new argument.

FUTURE
A woman worries about the future until she gets a husband.
A man never worries about the future until he gets a wife.

SUCCESS
A successful man is one who makes more money than his wife can spend.
A successful woman is one who can find such a man.

MARRIAGE
A woman marries a man expecting he will change, but he doesn't.
A man marries a woman expecting that she won't change, but she does.

DRESSING UP
A woman will dress up to go shopping, water the plants, empty the trash, answer the phone, read a book, and get the mail.
A man will dress up for weddings and funerals.

NATURAL
Men wake up as good-looking as they went to bed.
Women somehow deteriorate during the night.

OFFSPRING
Ah, children. A woman knows all about her children. She knows about dentist appointments and romances, best friends, favorite foods, secret fears and hopes and dreams.
A man is vaguely aware of some short people living in the house.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
A married man should forget his mistakes. There's no use in two people remembering the same thing!

I wanted to share this tidbit with my fellow Rainers, I hope I made you laugh on this Friday!!

Author: Unknown

Germantown Wisconsin Condo for sale 3 Bedrooms N115 W16564 Royal Ct

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:41:08 -0500

April Hayden-Munson | RE/MAX Realty 100 | 262-787-3043

N115 W16564 Royal Ct, Germantown, WI

Townhouse style condo with low association fees!

3BR/1.5BA Condo

offered at $143,000

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	Unspecified
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$110 per month

DESCRIPTION

Hurry - 1st Time buyer $8,000 tax credit expires Nov 30!!! Buy now and enjoy the holidays in your new digs. 2 Story design with spacious bedrooms and your own garage! Neutral tones throughout, newer patio door leads to a large enclosed patio/deck with great open space view. Private court yard with pavers and plantings. Close to shopping and expressway

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Living room
- Dining room	- Dishwasher	- Basement
- Washer	- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard	- Swimming pool

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking	- Guest parking	- Swimming pool(s)
- Playground

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- 3 Bedrooms, Full basement, garage

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Lake Park Condo	Deck with courtyard view
Dining Room	Living Room
Garage	Cul De Sac Location

Contact info:

April Hayden-Munson

RE/MAX Realty 100

262-787-3043

For sale by agent/broker

Posted: Oct 22, 2009, 12:24pm PDT

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Wordless Wednescay - New Life

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 04:42:45 -0500

Just a few minutes old!

This happy filly is just moments old, amazing how they can walk withing seconds!

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I was reminded today, life is just too short!

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:32:33 -0500

I really didn't want to see this lesson again. You know, you keep getting the same lessons in life over and over again until you learn it.

I really do know this one! Live life to it's fullest.

Help other people (and life on this planet -- I must include pets in this one).

No good deed goes unpunished - or what comes around goes around.

I sincerely try to "make" someones day each and every day.

I live life as though there is no retirement. I live for today.

I had to say goodbye to a friend. It was a shock. There was no warning, as there many times aren't.

I spent Monday with good friends and neighbors at a pool party. It was a "close" down the pool party. It's starting to get cold here in Wisconsin, our lows last week were in the 40's at night. So, it's time to close up the pool, we won't be seeing many warm days to enjoy it anymore. I know for some out there 40's at night is warm and for many it's cold. For me, it's getting a bit nippy at night.

On Monday, our neighbors John and Julie hosted a party.... bring a dish to pass and enjoy brats while lounging around the pool. It is a great way to spend Labor Day. I look forward to a few get togethers a year where everyone comes together to laugh, have fun and get caught up with each other's busy lives. The party was fun and all enjoyed a great time. It was difficult to say bye to all, but most everyone needed to get up for work on Tuesday am.

The next day..... On Tuesday morning I was walking my Golden, Simba and waved hi to a friend driving by. Little did I know it would be the last time I saw him. He was coming home from work not feeling well. 1/2 hour later my husband passed his house and saw the paramedics taking him out....I was to hear 1/2 hour later that he didn't make it. Jim Stark was only 58 and went on to his new life in Heaven.

Jim was the kind of guy who helped many, he was a religious teacher and all around wonderful Dad and husband. Jim would ride his bike around the neighborhood saying hello to everyone. He always had a smile. I remember him fondly Sunday, enjoying his day with many others.

We will miss you greatly Jim. I hope you're playing your guitar and visiting with Bob Dylan!

Remember - our time is but a blur here on earth, our true life begins at the end beginning when we go to Heaven.

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Great Brookfield Home looking for a new Family 4125 Pilgrim Rd, Brookfield, Wisconsin

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:48:48 -0500

Home for sale at 4125 Pilgrim Rd, Brookfield, Wisconsin $279,000 This extended Ranch is great for a large family/ 2 families. It was built in the late 50's and has been completely renovated. It has an inlaw suite on the main floor and an additional kitchen in the basement.

PRE - FORECLOSURE. SELLERS LOSS IS YOUR GAIN! PARK-LIKE YARD W/POOL AND OH SO MANY UPDATES!

4125 pilgrim

City of Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005-1516

RE/MAX Realty 100
I appreciate your business! April Hayden-Munson 414-617-6728 SRES,CDPE
400 N. Executive Dr. #100
Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone: 262-787-3043
Cell: 414-617-6728
Fax:
Email: movewithapril@gmail.com

MLS #: 1083416
Property Type: Single-Family
Price: $279,000
Taxes: $4,696.33 / 2008
Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 3 / 0
Sq. Ft.:
Garage: 2.5 / Attached
Lot Size: .59 Acre

Directions: Pilgrim Rd North of Capitol Drive

School District: ELMBROOK
High School: Brookfield East
Middle School: Burleigh
Elem. School: Pilgrim Park

Name	Dim	L	C	W
Master Bedroom	19 x 16	M	Yes	Yes
Bedroom 2	12 x 12	M	Yes	Yes
Bedroom 3	14 x 11	M	Yes	Yes
Den/Office	14 x 12	L	Yes

Name	Dim	L	C	W
Dining Room	10 x 9	M	Yes	Yes
Family Room	20 x 18	M	Yes	Yes
Kitchen	19 x 12	M		Yes
Living/Great Room	20 x 13	M	Yes	Yes
Rec Room	20 x 15	L
Other Room	12 x 12	L

WOW describes this totally updated and spacious ranch. Master BR and Family Rm on main were originally designed as a mother in law suite. Recent finished basement with two entrances. All NEW in the past 5 years - roof, finished basement, deck, pool, sunroom, pella windows w/inside blinds, updated baths, remodeled master bath and walk in closet. Lush landscaping, rear yard is a retreat! Short Sale

Listing Office: RE/MAX Realty 100: remx08

Information is supplied by seller and other third parties and has not been verified.
Copyright 2009 by Multiple Listing Service, Inc. See copyright notice.
Prepared by I appreciate your business! April Hayden-Munson 414-617-6728, SRES,CDPE on Thursday, September 10, 2009 3:46 PM

For more information on 4125 Pilgrim Rd, Brookfield, Wisconsin call April at 262-787-3043

For a private showing of 4125 Pilgrim Rd, Brookfield, Wisconsin, call April today at 262-787-3043, your expert at Brookfield Home Sales.

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Home for Sale N96W20173 County Line Rd Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin $175,000

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:23:04 -0500

3 Bedroom Home for Sale N96W20173 County Line Rd Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin $175,000

Contact Info:

I appreciate your business! April Hayden-Munson 414-617-6728 SRES,CDPE
RE/MAX Realty 100
400 N. Executive Dr. #100
Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone: 262-787-3043
Cell: 414-617-6728
Fax:
Email: movewithapril@gmail.com
Web: http://www.MovewithApril.com

Property Info:

$175,000

N96W20173 County Line Rd
Village of Menomonee Falls
Wisconsin 53051-7139

MLS #:	1065396
Property Type:	Single-Family
Bedrooms:	3
Baths:	1 / 0
Year Built:	1956
Sq. Ft.:
# of Rooms:	6
Taxes:	$3,283.46 / 2008
Lot Size:	.52 / 1/2 less than 1 Acres
Garage:	2.5 / Detached
Basement:	Full; Block
Heating/Cooling:	Forced Air / Natural Gas; Central Air
Water/Waste:	Private Shared Well; Mound System

Directions:

Located east of Lannon Rd, corner of County Line and Club Circle, Driveway is on Club Circle, not County LIne.

Room Dimensions:

Name	Dim	Level	Carpet
Master Bedroom	13 x 11	M	Yes
Bedroom 2	11 x 11	M	Yes
Bedroom 3	12 x 11	M	Yes

Name	Dim	Level	Carpet
Family Room	22 x 10	M	Yes
Kitchen	13 x 12	M
Living/Great Room	24 x 12	M	Yes

School / Subdivision Info:

School District: Menomonee Falls
High School: Menomonee Falls
Middle School: North
Elem. School: Shady Lane

Subdivision:
Subd. Dues/Yr.: $
Body of Water:

Remarks:

Updated ranch with Fireplace, eat in kitchen with new laminate floor and all appliances. Newer carpet throughout, many updates. New Mound System 2 years ago, roof, furnace and c/a have all been updated in last 12 years. All windows except one are new too! Fresh paint, just bring your pictures to hang. 1/2 acre country lot and large garage - access on Club Circle - shared well w/south neighbor.

Listing Agent Info:

Listing Office: RE/MAX Realty 100: remx08

For more information on N96W20173 County Line Rd Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin call April at 262-787-3043

For a private showing of N96W20173 County Line Rd Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin , call April today at 262-787-3043, your expert at Menomonee Falls Home Sales.

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SOLD!! Wauwatosa Wisconsin Home for Sale 2642 N 66th St Wauwatosa Wisconsin

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:08:58 -0500

Home for sale in Wauwatosa Wisconsin Home for Sale 2642 N 66th St Wauwatosa Wisconsin

2642 N 66th Street Wauwatosa, WI @@@@@OFFER PENDING@@@@

April Hayden-Munson | RE/MAX Realty 100 | 262-787-3043

2642 N 66th Street, Wauwatosa, WI

Wauwatosa Gem located in great neighborhood for sale in Wauwatosa Wisconsin. All updated and ready for a new family!

3BR/1.5BA Single Family House

offered at $220,000

Year Built	1936
Sq Footage	1,433
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1 full, 2 partial
Floors	2
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Remodeled Wauwatosa Gem! Old world charm has been preserved with the fine updating thruout. Natural Fireplace, Bright updated kitchen with granite counter tops, ceramic floor, Stainless appliances, Hardwood floors, Large Bedrooma on main and full bath, 2 bedrooms up and 1/2 bath. Partially finished basement for rec room, playroom or entertaining. Two built in china cabinets in Dining Room. This Tudor is spotless! New roof '09, furnace '08, new landscaping 07 and more!
Remarks: Square Footage per appraisal, new furnace last December.... many updates, a beauty to show! 1/4 bath in basement, new carpet Lower level, garage doors - 1 is manual and 1 is garage remote, New roof in August on house, kitchen island negotiable. Blinds included.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central heat	- Fireplace	- Walk-in closet
- Hardwood floor	- Tile floor	- Living room
- Bonus/Rec room	- Dining room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Microwave
- Granite countertop	- Stainless steel appliances	- Basement
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Fenced in yard with new landscaping.

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Exterior	Living Room with Fireplac
Living Room	Dining Room
Kitchen	Kitchen

Contact info:

April Hayden-Munson

RE/MAX Realty 100

262-787-3043

For sale by agent/broker

Posted: Sep 4, 2009, 2:40pm PDT

For more information on 2642 N 66th St, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin call April at 262-787-3043

For a private showing of 2642 N 66th St, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, call April today at 262-787-3043, your expert at Wauwatosa Home Sales.

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SOLD!!!! Menomonee Falls Condominium For Sale only $139,900

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:16:08 -0500

Menomonee Falls Condominium For Sale only $139,900. Great Side by side 2 or 3 bedroom condo with basement in Menomonee Falls. Lowest price in the area! Call for your private showing.

April Hayden-Munson | RE/MAX Realty 100 | 262-787-3043

W144 Stone Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI

Townhouse style condo, 2 bedroom and a den with a basement. Side by Side, only 2 units per building!

3BR/2BA Condo

offered at $139,900

Year Built	Unspecified
Sq Footage	1,370
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	2
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$185 per month

DESCRIPTION

Rare 2 story townhouse style condo with only 2 units per building, small complex of 12 condos. Living/Dining Combo with stone natural fireplace. Extra large master with 2 closets. 2 bedrooms and nice sized den/office - could be 3rd bedroom. Appliances Included! 2 decks. Full basement. Attached garage. Pets allowed. Low condo fee! HMS Home warranty included for your peace of mind.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Living room	- Office/Den	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Basement
- Washer	- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Small complex of only 12 homes, Low Condo Fees!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Exterior	Kitchen
Living Room	Private Deck

Contact info:

April Hayden-Munson

RE/MAX Realty 100

262-787-3043

For sale by agent/broker

Posted: Aug 27, 2009, 2:08pm PDT

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SOLD!!! Wauwatosa Wisconsin Home for Sale $198,907 2350 N 89TH ST

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:02:37 -0500

OPEN HOUSE WAUWATOSA WISCONSIN SUNDAY AUGUST 30TH 11:00 TO 12:30 PM. BRICK CAPE COD LOCATED NEAR DOWNTOWN WAUWATOSA WISCONSIN FOR SALE. MANY UPDATES AND READY TO MOVE IN! $198,907

April Hayden-Munson | RE/MAX Realty 100 | 262-787-3043

2350 N 89th Street, Wauwatosa, WI

Great Tosa Neighborhood, walking distance to shops, Sendik's Foods,
Alterra Coffee Shop!

3BR/1BA Single Family House

offered at $198,907

Year Built	1948
Sq Footage	1,307
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1 full, 0 partial
Floors	2
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Wonderful Move in Condition Tosa Brick 3 Bedroom Cape Cod, unpack your boxes and move in!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Walk-in closet
- Hardwood floor	- Living room	- Bonus/Rec room
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Basement	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Low Maintenance Brick/Aluminum Exterior

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Exterior	Downtown Tosa
Living Room	Patio
Eat in Kitchen!

Contact info:

April Hayden-Munson

RE/MAX Realty 100

262-787-3043

For sale by agent/broker

Posted: Aug 27, 2009, 1:34pm PDT

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Wisconsin State Fair Grazin' Day August 11th

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:56:01 -0500

Another great day to enjoy at the Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis Wisconsin. There are specials every day at the Wisconsin State Fair. On Tuesday the Wisconsin State Fair Specials are for grazin' on the different tidbits of food as you enjoy the Fair.

To see the menu just click here .

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Machine Shed's new offering - Bacon on a stick

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 21:16:36 -0500

The Machine Shed Restaurant is a great place to eat and be entertained. Located in Pewaukee Wisconsin, for a short time you can even catch their best sellers at the Wisconsin State Fair this week in West Allis.

The Wisconsin State Fair is running August 6 - 16! Come on out to visit the Machine Shed Restaurant's tent and try out the Bacon on a stick.

Here I am trying out the Chocolate Covered Bacon on a stick at the Machine Shed's tent. It is delightful. A little salty, a lot of great chocolate. I like this better than a chocolate covered pretzel.

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our Husbands told us so

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 06:40:36 -0500

This Blog from Laura Jefferson in South Carolina... she reports a study from Madison Wisconsin on Guiness Beer and how it's really good for you!

Via Laura Jefferson (Acquire Real Estate):

Chip (My Husband) was quick to email me this breaking news. His subject line was he told me so. Great! Another excuse to drink more beer is what I needed from the media to aid him in his occasional indulgence. LOL

The University of Wisconsin told doctors at the American Medical Association confrence in Orlando, Florida that A pint of Guinness stout may have the same impact in improving blood circulation as a low dose of aspirin. The experts believe that in addition to the anti-clogging qualities of alcohol, some ingredients in Guinness can actually slow deposits of cholesterol in the blood. You can read the full story here.

Chip now has a 12 pack of Guinness stout on the grocery list and he threw the aspirins away. By my calculations that 12 pack should last 12 days. I reality I don't give it a week.

Our Husbands told us so!

Speechless Sunday - Stop in to see the ANSWER!

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 06:11:08 -0500

This is a train display that is set up yearly at the Mitchell Park Domes in Milwaukee Wisconsin

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SHORT SALES AND WHAT YOU MUST HAVE TO PURCHASE ONE!!

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 18:46:01 -0500

You may have heard about purchasing a "short sale" and wondered what it is all about. Here are some details!

I have been involved with numerous real estate transactions in the Milwaukee area that have been short sales. The first one must have been about 5 years ago. Long before it was the "normal" situation for many sellers and buyers.

Simply put A "Short Sale" is a sale of real estate that involves a seller's approval and the mortgage holder's approval to sell. The seller does not have enough proceeds from the sale to pay off their mortgage. The mortgage holder must agree to give clear title to the next owner without being paid all of the money that the seller of the property owes.

The first thing you must have is a knowledgeable advisor to help you through the situation, whether or not you are on the buying or the selling side. There are many ways to navigate the sale and the more experience the real estate agents have, the better!

The second thing you need is patience and lots of it. The sellers and buyers both! Sellers are not happy about having to sell. Understandably so. They are not going to be realizing any profits from the sale of their home. They may not really want to sell, but must sell. Some need to sell to move out of the area. Many have lost employment. I understand and everyone in the transaction must understand this is a difficult thing for them.

Patience is needed with timing. An answer from the bank regarding whether or not the "short sale" is approved may take 2 to 9 weeks. I even know of one sale that has been going on over a YEAR! A buyer needs to understand that the process will take some extra time. You won't know if you have a sale right away. You won't have an anwswer in a day or two like when you are dealing with an owner of a home in a normal transaction.

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$$$$ Tax Credit on this Home - Buy now, don't wait til it's too late to qualify!

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 18:33:35 -0500

2642 N 54th
City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53210-2327

$58,000 For so much home! Close to public transportation and shopping! Buy now before tax credit is gone!


Property Type:	Single-Family
Bedrooms:	3
Baths:	2 Full Baths
Sq. Ft.:
# of Rooms:	5
Taxes:	$1,930.42 / 2008
Exterior:	Vinyl; Partial-Wood
Roofing:	Composition
Lot Size:	TBV / Less than 1/4 Acres
Garage:	1 / Detached
Basement:	Full; Full Bath
Heating/Cooling:	Forced Air / Natural Gas
Water/Waste:	Municipal Water; Municipal Sewer
Occupancy:	Immediate
School District:	MPS

Room Dimensions:

Master Bedroom	15 x 12
Bedroom 2	17 x 10
Bedroom 3	10 x 10
Living/Great Room	21 x 13
Kitchen	15 x 11
Rec Room	20 x 12

Tax Credit for first time buyers available on this home with close by 12/1/09! YOU MUST PURCHASE ABOUT 6 WEEKS BEFORE IN ORDER TO GET A CLOSING IN TIME!! THE CLOCK IS TICKING. Bungalow w/one bedrm on main level and full bath, 2 bedrms up, many closets and Hardwood floors under carpet per seller. One full bath in lower level. Eat in kitchen, living room/dining room combo. Newer Furnace and siding! Lots of closets and cabinets. Nice yard, garage. Roof is old - Seller will give credit for new ro

Directions: North Ave to 54th St, North to Property

Listing Office: RE/MAX Realty 100: remx08

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Menomonee Falls Wisconsin Home For Sale

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 18:29:49 -0500

N96W20173 County Line Rd

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin 53051

Property Type: Single-Family
Price: $175,000
Taxes: $3,283.46 / 2008
Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 1 / 0
Sq. Ft.:
Garage: 2.5 / Detached
Lot Size: .52 Acres

Directions: Located east of Lannon Rd, corner of County Line and Club Circle, Driveway is on Club Circle, not County LIne.

School District: Menomonee Falls
High School: Menomonee Falls
Middle School: North
Elem. School: Shady Lane

Name	Dim	L	C	W
Master Bedroom	13 x 11	M	Yes	Yes
Bedroom 2	11 x 11	M	Yes	Yes
Bedroom 3	12 x 11	M	Yes	Yes

Name	Dim	L	C	W
Family Room	22 x 10	M	Yes
Kitchen	13 x 12	M
Living/Great Room	24 x 12	M	Yes	Yes

BIG PRICE REDUCTION FOR QUICK SALE ON THIS Updated ranch with Fireplace, eat in kitchen with new laminate floor and all appliances. Newer carpet throughout, many updates. New Mound System 2 years ago, roof, furnace and CENTRAL AIR have all been updated in last 12 years. All windows except one are new too! Fresh paint, just bring your pictures to hang. 1/2 acre country lot and large garage - access on Club Circle - shared well w/south neighbor.

Listing Office: RE/MAX Realty 100: remx08

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Price Reduced on Ranch Style Condo for sale in Brookfield Wisconsin

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 18:18:24 -0500

17615 Nassau Dr
City of Brookfield, Wisconsin 53045-3436

$134,000


Property Type:	Condominium
Bedrooms:	2
Baths:	2 / 0
# of Rooms:	5
Taxes:	$2,846.45 / 2008
Condo Fee:	$265
Condo Name:	Wexford Downs
Condo Fee Includes:	Common Area Insur.; Replacement Reserve; Trash Collection; Common Area Maint.; Pool Service; Sewer; Water
Garage:	1 / Attached
Basement:	Full; Full Size Windows
Heating/Cooling:	Natural Gas; Central Air; Forced Air
Water/Waste:	Municipal Water; Municipal Sewer
Occupancy:	46-60 Days; See Listing Broker
School District:	Elmbrook

Room Dimensions:

Master Bedroom	16 x 13
Bedroom 2	12 x 11
Living/Great Room	16 x 14
Kitchen	14 x 11
Dining Room	11 x 9
Rec Room	27 x 12

Want to look out your window in the morning and watch wildlife - YET be close to the city? This is it and it's priced to sell! Bring your decorating ideas and make this your home. Some updating required to bring to today's glamour. BONUS!! We are pet friendly.
Dogs are allowed so it's ok to bring Fido or your kitty. Pre - foreclosure sale! Rare 1st floor ranch with 2 BR/2BA and full basement-no neighbor above! Conservancy view, very private area. Fireplace and eat in kitchen. Rustic looking. Pool & clubhouse for group entertaining. One pet allowed. Sold 'as is'.

Directions: Calhoun to Burleigh (just North of North Ave.) W to Nassau, South on Nassau to end of cul de sac. Check out clubhouse. Condo building is at end of complex, walk up sidewalk to back of bldg

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Wauwatosa Wisconsin Home For Sale

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 18:12:31 -0500

Updated and in Move In Condition! Great Location, walk to schools & Shopping!

2350 N 89TH

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53226-1802

Single-Family
Price: $198,907
Taxes: $4,112.07 / 2008
Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 1 / 0
Sq. Ft.: 1,307
Garage: 1.5

Directions: North Ave to 89th, North 1/2 block

School District: Wauwatosa
High School: West
Middle School: Longfellow
Elem. School: McKinley

Name	Dim	L	C	W
Master Bedroom	24 x 14	U	Yes
Bedroom 2	12 x 12	M		Yes
Bedroom 3	11 x 10	M		Yes

Name	Dim	L	C	W
Kitchen	12 x 11	M		Yes
Living/Great Room	17 x 14	M	Yes
Rec Room	16 x 14	L	Yes

Location! Just walk 1/2 block to the sandwich shop, kids can walk 1/2 block to school - 2 blocks to Sendiks! This low maintenance brick updated and neutral Cape Cod is waiting for a new family. Master on 2nd floor is grand and has room to expand with a bath if needed. HWF in main floor BR's, updated bath, bright eat in kitchen, LR/DR combo. Only 2 miles to Medical College.

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Condo For Sale Menomonee Falls Wisconsin

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 18:06:09 -0500

Townhome style 2 story spacious condo in convenient location!

W144N4809 Stone Dr, Unit 4809

Village of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin 53051-6930

Property Type: Condominium
Price: $139,900
Taxes: $2,750 / 2008
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 2 / 0
Sq. Ft.:1,370
Garage: 1 / Attached

Directions: Hampton Between Lilly and Pilgrim Rd, North on Stone to complex, enter complex and go left to unit 4809

Private Deck and Balcony End unit!

School District: Menomonee Falls

Condo Name: Stone Ridge
Condo Fee: $185

Name	Dim	L	C	W
Master Bedroom	23 x 12	U	Yes
Bedroom 2	13 x 12	U	Yes
Den/Office	12 x 9	U	Yes

Name	Dim	L	C	W
Kitchen	11 x 10	M
Living/Great Room	22 x 12	M	Yes

Photos will be added after staging is complete. 2 story townhouse style condo with only 2 units per building, small complex of 12 condos. Living/Dining Combo with stone natural fireplace. Extra large master with 2 closets. 2 bedrooms and nice sized den/office - could be 3rd bedroom. Appliances Included! 2 decks. Full basement. Attached garage. Pets allowed. Low condo fee! HMS Home warranty inc

Listing Office: RE/MAX Realty 100: remx08

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Funny Fridays - Kids are quick

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:47:08 -0500

Here's some humor that was sent my way - Author Unknown - I am sending it out to get a few smiles from you all.

Kids Are Quick
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TEACHER:   Maria, go to the map and find North America .
MARIA:         Here it is.
TEACHER:   Correct. Now class, who discovered America ?
CLASS:         Maria.
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TEACHER: John, why are you doing your math multiplication on the floor?
JOHN: You told me to do it without using tables.
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TEACHER: Glenn, how do you spell 'crocodile?'
GLENN: K-R-O-K-O-D-I-A-L'
TEACHER: No, that's wrong
GLENN: Maybe it is wrong, but you asked me how I spell it.

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TEACHER: Donald, what is the chemical formula for water?
DONALD: H I J K L M N O.
TEACHER: What are you talking about?
DONALD: Yesterday you said it's H to O.
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TEACHER: Winnie, name one important thing we have today that we didn't have ten years ago.
WINNIE: Me!
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Wordless Wednesday

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:01:37 -0500

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Speechless Sunday. Fun!!

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 10:41:06 -0500

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WOW, that really made me sad.

April Hayden-Munson Realtor, Southeastern Wisconsin (RE/MAX Realty 100) — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 18:00:13 -0500

Actually sad isn't the appropriate word. OLD is.

I went out on a pre-listing appointment. I had not met this family prior to my appointment. This was a referral from a friend of mine.

I pulled up in front of a really "cute" house. It was a small home, lovingly cared for.

It was obvious that the owners really took pride in their home. The front deck had chairs and a table on it, ready for someone to relax in. The flowers were bright, pretty and full. (It is a bit of drought here right now, many flowers and lawns are drooping).

The American Flag flew proudly. Recently a new driveway was put in..... It looked like a "typical" small American home, well manicured.

I knock at the front door and it is answered. I see a young lady and I am not sure if this is the owner or the daughter.... I ask if this is Sandy? Yes, come on in she says. Sitting on the couch is 2 little guys watching cartoons. I ask "What are they watching", and she smiles and says "such and such", the kids love them and it keeps them quiet. I tell her I'm not familiar with that cartoon.

Here's what she said " OH, you are probably done with raising yours (kids)....."

BAM! I'm old, I must have grown kids......that hurt!!

So, just when did the last 20 years disappear on me. And just when did I start to look "old". I wasn't thinking fast enough to say my kid is 5..... (even if it's my kid "Simba", the golden retriever....)

My father used to tell me that each year went by quicker and quicker.... He was, as usual, RIGHT!

Happy Summer all!

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