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June is National Homeowners Month!

Happy National Homeowners Month! It is time to celebrate and promote the American Dream of owning a home. Using a REALTOR® makes it more affordable, attainable and sustainable for anyone looking to start on the homeownership journey. The dream of …
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10 Tips to Save on Your Summer Utility Bill

The weather is (thankfully) finally warming up and with the temperature rising, many people are also seeing their utility bills rise with them. Here are 10 ways that you can temper this to prepare your home and bank statement for …
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Six Things to Avoid When Selling Your House

Once you decide to sell your house, you should begin prepping it for sale. Preparing your home for sale may be time consuming, but can increase your house’s value. If you have any questions, make sure to talk to your …
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Five Tips to Create a Luxe Bedroom on a Budget

Do you want to create a luxurious oasis in your bedroom without breaking the bank? These five tips will help you create an indulgent, opulent space that you will be content to relax in. The first tip in our luxe …
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How to Keep Your Landlord (and Pet) Happy While Renting

98% of pet owners say that their pet is a part of the family, not just an animal they own. It makes sense that pet owners would want to keep their family members safe and happy wherever they live. There …
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The Top Five Return on Investment Projects to Take on in 2018

It’s hard to know what renovation or remodeling project to take on to create the most ROI (return on investment) for your money. Of course there are projects that you would like to take on, but they might not be …
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Seven Tips to Save for a Down Payment

Here are seven tips to help you save money for a future home! It also shows how easy it is to make a habit of saving money! You will be on your way to a down payment for your new …
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Joseph Horning of Shorewest, REALTORS® Ranks in Top 100 of The Most Powerful People in Residential Real Estate 2017

We are pleased to share that Joseph A. Horning, president of Shorewest, REALTORS®, was recently ranked 93 on the Swanepoel 200 (SP200) and the only person from Wisconsin in the top 100. The SP200 is a ranking of the top real …
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Why Aren’t There More Homes For Sale?

If you are a homeowner in our current market, you might be weighing your options when it comes to selling your home or staying put. We are in a robust sellers market that has been described as a “straight up …
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The Truth About Federal VA Financing

Sellers can be assured that buyers eligible for Federal VA financing are great buyers ready to go to closing. Veterans have earned benefits that can greatly assist them when financing a home purchase. Qualifying for the loan is no different …
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