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Get your Pre-Approval Now!

Lenders are packaging pre-approvals in many different ways today. Some are using rockets, colored buttons, fancy names and clever animation. I believe consumers are better off armed with more facts and less flash…after all, the real issue is, can you get …
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Shorewest, REALTORS® Celebrates 70th Milestone

 Shorewest, REALTORS® celebrated an incredible milestone of 70 years in business this year. Through three generations, Shorewest has remained a steady name in Wisconsin real estate. Shorewest, REALTORS® began as a humble one-man office in the home of John A. …
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State of the Market – May 2016

A letter from Joseph A. Horning, President of Shorewest, REALTORS® As we enter the second quarter of the year, we reflect on the brisk start to the 2016 market. The housing market has been predictably strong but also more active …
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Shorewest, REALTORS® Named #1 Top Real Estate Workplace Five Years in a Row!

President Joe Horning Receives Top Leadership Award Brookfield, Wisconsin. Shorewest, REALTORS® is proud to have been awarded 2nd place overall for the 2016 Top Workplaces in the Large Company category of 500 or more associates by The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. …
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Five Design Trends to Look for in 2016

A new year means new design novelties! Keep up-to-date on what’s to come in 2016. You will definitely want to incorporate these hot new trends into your home! Indoor/Outdoor Fabric No longer will you have to choose fashion over sensibility! …
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County-by-County Real Estate Data, January 2016

Learn what’s happening in your market area by clicking on your county link. You’ll find helpful information, including a year-to-year and quarterly comparisons of new listings, closed sales, median sales price, active listings and months of inventory. Jump to: Brown …
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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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Shorewest Spring Cleaning Tips

The weather is finally starting to warm up so now is the best time to plan your spring cleaning to-do list!  A few items not to overlook are: Washing walls, woodwork and cabinets. Your house has been closed up for months …
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My Dwelling: Milwaukee’s Premier Residential Leasing and Property Management Company

Nearly 15 years ago My Dwelling was launched as a small leasing agency for single-family homes and condos.  A customer-driven mission and specialty in connecting people to the perfect rental home, was the foundation of the business.  Since its inception, …
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State of the Market – January 2016

A letter from Joseph A. Horning, President of Shorewest, REALTORS® The beginning of the year is a time to ponder the past while looking forward to the upcoming year. Shorewest had a strong 2015, selling almost 12,000 homes — over …
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Home Valuation Report