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The Milwaukee condo and home market

Attention condo and house buyers! People searching for Milwaukee condos, single family homes and other real estate in the Milwaukee area are finding a slowing but still competitive marketplace. Over the past few years, the real estate market was on a great upswing. This was particularly true with condos and single-family homes. When the market was weak, condos suffered more than other types of real estate. However, many buyers have realized that condos are right for them. Recent mortgage interest rate increases have discouraged some people from moving. That has meant fewer buyers in the market. Additionally, it has led to fewer houses on the market too. So, while inventory is lower, the lower number of buyers for houses, condos and duplexes has created a balance in the marketplace.

If you are looking for a condo or home in Mequon, Grafton, Cedarburg, downtown Milwaukee, the East Side or the North Shore, it is important to be prepared to make an offer when you start looking. That means that you should have a preapproval in hand from a lender if you plan to get a mortgage. And, if you own the property in which you currently live, you should have a plan for how to handle the transition. Many listings are getting accepted offers within hours, so buyers need to be prepared when they see something they want. Real estate professionals in the area are frequently working with competing buyers for properties.

Additionally, over the past few years there has been a shortage of condos and single family homes in the Milwaukee area, which underlines the need to be prepared.

Some banks around Milwaukee are offering great packages for first-time home buyers of condos and single-family homes as well as owner-occupied duplexes. There are also a number of other financing offers from government-sponsored programs (VA, FHA, WHEDA) for first-time home buyers of single-family homes with very low down payments, and a handful of banks in the Milwaukee area are working with outside sources for grant money to assist first-time homebuyers with their down payment.

Selling your home

If you are thinking about making a change, please call me today and I can provide an analysis of your existing home and discuss opportunities. Having a person with great experience and unmatched technical skills can help you achieve your goals.

Real estate is a great passion of mine. For years, I have been investing in real estate and understand the market. Whether it is real estate in Shorewood, Whitefish Bay, Fox Point, Bayside, River Hills, Mequon or Milwaukee's East Side, I have a solid understanding of most of the Milwaukee area through my life-long residency and status as a community volunteer.

When selling your home, it is important to work with a Realtor® and a company that has many resources to achieve your goals. Milwaukee Executive Realty is home to some of today's best technology, which can help get your property extra exposure. When you list your property with me, I will put many of Milwaukee Executive Realty's resources to work for you and work hard to get you a quick sale at a good price.

A lot of real estate agents talk about the technology provided by their company. However, I know how to use it effectively. I am an Internet expert who brings many capabilities to the table. If you have a Milwaukee condo, waterfront property, Whitefish Bay Tudor, Brookfield colonial, Shorewood bungalow or something else, I can do the research necessary to expose your property to the right people online.

To get started selling your house, request a free comparative market analysis, which can help determine your home's value.

Buying your home

Buyers of Milwaukee condos, Milwaukee real estate or other types of property make very emotional decisions. Whether it is a condo in Milwaukee, a single-family home in Mequon, a duplex on the East Side or some other type of property, these are tricky times in real estate. I want to consult you on making a very large investment that you may keep for life. To help you make the right decision, I have access to a lot of data relating to neighborhoods, schools and property tax rates. If you are not sure how much house you can afford, contact me to work out your buying power.

When working with a real estate agent, it is important to work with someone who wants to help you become educated in the process. That is what I try to do.

There is a lot to know when buying a home. A home inspector assists with much of that. Fortunately, I have a background as a homeowner, real estate investor and property flipper. That experience has given me a great amount of knowledge about many types of properties.

One detail people overlook is whether a property is in a floodplain. Many people love being near water. However, is that waterfront property a liability? A house in a floodplain can cost money. Besides the potential damage, if you have a mortgage, you will probably need flood insurance. There are different levels of severity for floodplains. You can look up any address at the FEMA Flood Map Service Center.