Monthly Archives: September 2015
New Housing Trends May Not Surprise Madison, Wisconsin Residents
A lot of what Madison, Wisconsin readers and TV viewers see and hear can leave them with the definite impression that the nation is headed for rough sledding. Most of us do understand that the “news” is selected to get our attention…and that often results in a steady stream of headline-grabbing accidents, malfeasances, and international... Read More
Madison, Wisconsin Open Houses Can be Effective…Unless They Aren’t!
It looks as if the debate about the effectiveness of Madison, Wisconsin open houses as selling tools isn’t going to be settled any time soon. Part of the reason is the difficulty of getting accurate feedback about prospective buyers’ actual behavior as opposed to their intentions. Pollsters do their best, but you have to question... Read More
Home Sold Quickly!!! 201 E Klubertanz Dr Sun Prairie, WI – 53590
Sold for $172,500 LUCKY NEW OWNERS! Great 3 bdrm w/2 beautifully updated FULL baths, spectacular wood floors, exposed LL w/family room & office/legal 4th bedroom, in desirable North-side/Patrick Marsh school district, over-sized 1 car, screened patio, cute storage shed, UHP Warranty, perennials galore, the list goes on …. You’ll be “Tickled Pink”! Jen Stauter Kornstedt HomeTeam4U-Stark... Read More
Another Condo SOLD! 767 Kottke Dr Madison, WI
Sold for $63,000! New Owners Moved Right In!! Bamboo Flooring with a vaulted ceiling, Breakfast bar, new carpet in bedroom, freshly painted throughout. This is a great deal on Madison’s Westside. Own private entry, 2 bedroom, 1 batch condo. In-unit private laundry includes washer and dryer and extra storage. You can walk to everything, shopping,... Read More
HOME WITH SPECTACULAR YARD SOLD! 2789 Ruffian Circle Cottage Grove, WI – 53527
Sold for $250,000! Plenty of room in this 3 bdrm & 2 bath home. Living rm is bright & delightfully appealing. Kitchen has a breakfast bar, pantry, back-splash & access to the deck. Master suite has a private bath & double closets. Exposed lower level has a HUGE FR w/gas FP, an office, & nice... Read More
Another adorable home sold! 140 South Street Sun Prairie, WI – 53590
SOLD at $97,500! THEY ADDED A LITTLE LOVING! Tons of great features:covered front porch, formal dining rm, large living room, main floor office & laundry, bonus room great for a workshop + mature trees. Updates since 2000-roof, siding, soffit, fascia, gutters w/leaf guards, furnace, Aprilaire, A/C, water heater, electrical. My perfect new owner will understand... Read More
Five Questions to Ask Your Madison, Wisconsin Real Estate Agents
This is a list that hasn’t changed much since Hannibal first considered getting a larger place for his elephants. He decided that the Roman Empire would be a fine choice (but history tells us that the move didn’t work out). If Hannibal had consulted a knowledgeable Roman real estate agent, he might have chosen a... Read More
This home is so Captivating! 332 S. Atwood Ln Deerfield, WI – 53531
INSTANTLY appealing 5 bedroom & 2 bath ranch home. Vaulted LR, kitchen & dining w/hardwd flrs. LR is bright w/stunning gas FP. Well designed kitchen w/pantry & breakfast bar. LUXURIOUS mstr bdrm has tray ceiling, BIG walk-in closet, a mstr bath w/dbl sinks, jetted tub & shower. Other 2 bdrms have walk-in closets. LL is... Read More
Stock Market in Turbulent Contrast to Serene Real Estate
Last week was a head-swiveling version of a follow-the-dots puzzle for those who keep tabs national news related to on Madison, Wisconsin real estate. Children like following the numbered dots to reveal a picture. You can’t be sure what it will turn out to look like until the end. The week was a lot like... Read More
Madison, Wisconsin Rental Investment Management—Hands-on or Delegated?
When you buy a property as a Madison, Wisconsin rental investment, you join the world of investors who recognize the value of an investment that’s as solid as the ground we walk on—one with the additional advantage of providing a steady cash dividend. With those dual advantages, you’d wonder how other investments can offer much... Read More