Wayne Hayes – Fort Atkinson Real Estate Blog

If you’re thinking of selling your home in the spring, you must know that even though you may receive top dollar for your home, the competition will also be the strongest. This means it’s absolutely critical that you’re prepared for the spring real estate market so you can knock out your competition. Check out these tips so that you’re prepared.

With Old Man Winter’s fury around the corner, it’s time to turn your attention, once again, to winterizing your properties.  For much of the country, there is still time to do so, and being proactive means you won’t have to be out in the cold trying to get in last minute fixes. Below are a few items to consider as you’re reviewing your properties for winterizing this season.  Keep in mind that the winterization needs

Owning vs. Renting Fort Atkinson Homes When you pay rent, you build equity in your landlord’s property. When you pay a mortgage, you build equity in your own property. It’s that simple. What’s more, you can deduct interest from your mortgage and property tax payments on your income tax return. To help evaluate the financial benefits of home-ownership, we’ve crunched the numbers. The figures shown below represent a typical situation in the Jefferson County.* But