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Snapshot of Today’s Buyer

Let’s take a look at our current housing market snapshot. When looking at houses today it is important to keep current with what is going on in the market. This way we can keep track of housing trends and stay …
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Take Advantage of Historically Low Mortgage Rates!

Mortgage rates are predicted to steadily rise throughout 2016. The National Association of REALTORS®, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the Mortgage Bankers’ Association have all projected mortgage rates to continue to go up. Rates have been slightly creeping upward since …
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Wisconsin Mortgage Corporation Team Named 2015 Largest Area Residential Mortgage Company

We are honored to be named the 2015 #1 Largest Area Residential Mortgage Company by the Milwaukee Business Journal. This designation underscores our success in achieving our goals of quality and growth in the home purchase market. Since 1983 Wisconsin Mortgage …
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The Facts about Down Payment Options

Much like the current state of politics, it is sometimes difficult to get to the facts through all the noise and misinformation. I am finding this is true as we continue to see misinformation regarding homebuyers and the issue of …
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When Is It A Good Time To Rent? NOT Now!

  A well known question is whether or not now is the time to buy a home. However you don’t often hear, “Is it a good time to rent?” That’s because it is NOT a good time to rent. The …
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Why use a Shorewest, REALTOR®?

When buying or selling a home, you want a professional who is well trained and backed by a company offering support and resources. A Shorewest, REALTOR® is your best choice, having gone through intensive training, is a member of the …
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How to Save Money For a Down Payment

After reading our post from before, (How Long Does It Take To Save A Down Payment?) it is easy to see that saving for a down payment is not only feasible but it is practical as well! Thanks to the …
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Think You Don’t Qualify for a Mortgage? Think Again!

There are two major misconceptions regarding qualifying for a mortgage; one is that you need a hefty down payment, and two is that your FICO score needs to be sky high. We want to address these concerns with the results …
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A Deal is a Deal is a Deal?

In the world of online shopping Cyber Monday reigns supreme. It is hard to find another day during the year that people can take advantage of the kinds of deals that are available during this Internet sensation.  But which deals …
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