Last year, right around daylight savings time I was showing up very early for my appointments. I went as far as asking one of my clients if they were going to hang around in their pajamas all day. It was brought to my attention with the question "Tom Braatz, did you forget to set your clock back for daylight savings time in ?" Even though November 1st is right around the corner the time to mark your calendar is now so you don't forget that when you are in need of finding a Waukesha County real estate agent it does not matter if it is 8 a.m. or 9 p.m. to call Tom Braatz, but the call should be made to 262-377-1459 or email him at tom@tombraatz.com Remember Spring forward, Fall back" Take a look at Daylight Saving Time - Why, When, Where? - Cloud view     Wishing you a productive day, and... 10/19/2009

In a day and age where information comes at us fast and in seconds, and where a Waukesha County Real Estate market dictates communication, it's frustrating when we are negotiating offers and it takes days for some agents to get back to us with a return call. There are some great people to work with in the market, and these agents know, and I think would agree that if we fax or email an offer on a property that isn't anything to do with a short sale, or out of state seller, it makes no sense why an agent does not call us back for days. It's frustrating when communication slows. Recently I called an agent around the dinner hour to discuss an offer I send to them the previous day. The agent said it would have to work until the next work day. What? This business is all about putting offers ... 09/30/2009

 Relocating to Wisconsin and relocating to Waukesha County is something that many may dream about. When it happens you may have many variables and needs that need to be addressed. How do I go about finding a Waukesha County Real Estate agent? What is the process in buying a home in Waukesha County? What homes for sale in Waukesha County sell for, and how do I start to look for one? Well, Finding a Waukesha County Real Estate agent is easier than you think. I am proud of all the wonderful Realtors in Waukesha County I have had the chance to work with. I would love the opportunity for you to interview me, and I would like to apply for the job of helping you in your relocation to Waukesha County. I would be honored to explain the entire home buying process to you, as well as answer any que... 09/17/2009

I think it is an absolute splendor to walk around and shop at farmers markets in Waukesha County. Not only can you find all different kinds of fruits, and vegetables, but you can always find a variety of fresh flowers, honey, and lots of other very interesting things. Why not take a walk around some of the farmers markets listed below to see what you can find: Oconomowoc Farmers market: 7 am to noon, Saturdays,May thru October,Fruits, vegeatables, and crafts, 210 E. Pleasant St. Oconomowoc New Berlin Farmers market: 7-noon, mid May to late October, Saturdays, New Berlin Plaza,West National Avenue and south Moreland Rd., New Berlin Pewaukee Farmers market:7 to 10 am, mid June to late October, Tusedays, Pewaukee Village park, 325 Capitol Dr. Pewaukee Dousman Farmers market: May 9th thru ... 08/29/2009

Yes, and even more so. They are wonderful, enjoyable, and living in one of the Waukesha County Lake homes is like being on vacation all year round. The following is the activity that took place in the last 60 days per MLS data and is for Waukesha County. Currently there are 364 active listings for Waukesha County Lake Property with Water frontage. There were 22 Sold Waukesha County real estate Waterfront properties There were 7 pending Waukesha County real estate properties located on Water There were 84 expired Waukesha County Lake properties There were 0 withdrawn Waukesha County real estate Lake properties It's a beautiful day in Waukesha County and I would be glad to, and if you need more information don't hesitate to email me at tom@tombraatz.com or call me at 262-377-1459. Waukesh... 08/21/2009

Waukesha BluesFest Naga-Waukee Park - Delafield, Wisconsin http://www.waukeshabluesfest.com/general_info.htm Friday & Saturday, August 7 & 8, 2009 Gates open at 12:30 PM each day Music runs from 1 PM to 10:30 PM each day. Naga-Waukee Park is located at 651 Highway 83, Delafield, Wisconsin 25 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee on I94, ½ mile north of I94 at the Highway 83 exit. Free parking on-site is included with your ticket purchase. Link to Google Map Food and beverages will be available at the site. Specialized food selections will be available from local area restaurants. Beverages will include beer (Miller products and other premium beers), wine, soft drinks, bottled water and other selections. Things you need to know: 1) The event will be held under a large festival tent with am... 07/31/2009

I remember my son's mom always getting upset with me because everytime I would go to a store with her I would think there was no reason to be in any store for more than five minutes. In and out, get what you need, throw the cashier some money, and out the door. It's no wonder she would tell me to go sit in the car before I drove her nuts in the store. Me, Tom Braatz? I had to sit in the car because she wanted to shop more. Later in life I would discover the exact nature of what was the essence of just looking. In harder times one may not go out and buy something at random, but there is a peacefulness of walking down streets in all the communities in the Lake Country in Waukesha County and seeing lots of merchants, and a wide selection of many different products in windows, sidewalk disp... 07/26/2009

If you asked twenty people what made summers truly wonderful in the Waukesha County Real Estate market and what makes Waukesha County life so spectacular you may get twenty different answers as to why they all thought living in Waukesha County and why the Waukesha County summers were great.One would certainly say it is the weather, one may say it is the lakes, another the barbecues, the people, the picnics, the shopping, family life and events, and one may even say it is the restaurants and all the ice cream stands. Whatever they would say it would certainly be positive and with a sincere smile.The magic that sits in the parks, the people, and the conversation is illuminating. Spencer's mom used to ask me "How can you have the same conversation over and over with the same people?" Answe... 06/10/2009

The Delafield Block Party is slated for Friday and Saturday, June 19-20. This community celebration, sponsored by the Delafield Area Chamber of Commerce, promises two days of family fun and festivities. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. Friday with Delafield Chamber member restaurants providing a specialty food court on Milwaukee Street, beer tents (including a new specialty beer tent - the HofBräuhaus), and Main Stage entertainment, including the Brandon James Band from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and Chasin' Mason from 7 to 11:45 p.m. The Main Stage is in the city parking lot on the corner of Main and Dopkins. Additional live music will fill the Family Stage at 5:30 p.m. as festivalgoers enjoy dinner. On Saturday, after the Farmers Market from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the city parking lot there will be free ... 06/08/2009

The weather is absolutely beautiful in Waukesha County real estate, everything is getting into the summer mode, and the lakes are sterling and magnificent in the Waukesha County Lake Homes market. When you are looking for  Waukesha County Real estate agents I am one   that knows Waukesha County lake Homes well please feel free to give me a call. I welcome the opportunity to talk you about the many beautiful Waukesha County lake property; whether you need some questions answered, would like us to put you on our Waukesha County Dream Home Finder list, or would just like an on-line Waukesha County lake Homes Market Analysis evaluation. I hope the following information is helpful. Note: The following properties are for Lake, Pond, River properties directly having Water frontage, and does no... 06/01/2009

 In the Waukesha County Real Estate market there are times when I like to research material for business, get a great motivational book, or find a quite place to sit and enjoy a book. In theWaukesha County Real Estate market we are lucky to have a magnificent system known as the Waukesha County Federated library System. This is really great or anyone living in just about any Municipality in Waukesha County because the Waukesha County Federated Library System allows a user to go to any library in the system and use their library card from their home municipality for material at the library you visit. For example, I have a library card from Oconomowoc and I recently used it at the Pewaukee library. When you live in Waukesha County please make sure to use and enjoy the Waukesha County Fed... 06/01/2009

Open House this weekend, May 17th, 2009 from Noon to 200PM. W280N1375 Cloverleaf Ln., Delafield WI., Hosted by Kelly Cavaiani Lannon stone ranch on 1.42 acres with mature trees. Featuring LR w/lannon stone FP, huge FR w/FP, and KIT w/breakfat bar, center island & appliances. Relax in the sun room & enjoy the Prof. landscaped lawn. Walk-out LL and over-sized 4 car GA add to the appeal. Recent updates inc. CA, furnace and remodeled KIT in 03, windows in 04, roof in 07, new carpet in BRs/LR and H2O heater in 08. Convenient! RESPONSIVE, RESPECTED, RESULTS! www.naymz.com www.activerain.com/cavaianiteam www.localism.com/cavaianiteam www.twitter.com/cavaianiteam  www.linkedin.com/cavaianiteam www.facebook.com www.responserealtors.com gregc@responserealtors.com                                 ... 05/15/2009

This week is going fast and Thursday will be the first day of Passover. Sunday the 12th will be Easter, with the Friday before it being Good Friday. It is times like these that we can reflect and remember how hard it was for so in establishing order, staying safe, and prayed for miracles.A test that had no comparison. In todays times we are faced with many obstacles, uncertain tasks that we don;t know we can accomplish, and we too have the chance to take solitude in the memory of what it is all about. Times will come, and times will go, but our kids grow up fast, and time does not stand still for no one. The gift of life must be enjoyed and savored every  moment of the day. For each day that passes the old one is gone for ever, The day by itself is special; perhaps that is why they call... 04/07/2009

Homes and properties are selling in Waukesha and Milwaukee Counties, and the time has never been better to think about buying.  Home Sellers  are selling their homes because of the tools we can offer, and a  Buyer  can really reap the benefits of home ownership including lower rates, great selection, and the wonderful prices. It does not matter if you are looking as a first time home Buyer , or down sizing, moving up to a Lake home, or purchasing a duplex or income property, we have you covered. Why don't you let one of our team help you? Better yet, call and make an appointment with us to roll up our sleeves and help you have the right game plan. Whether you are looking for listings on one of our sites, calling for a  Home Seller  or a Buyer  package, and a relocation pack, we will alw... 02/16/2009

  Lannon stone ranch on 1.42 acres with mature trees. Featuring Living Room w/lannon stone fireplace, huge Family room with fireplace, and Kitchen with breakfat bar, center island & appliances. Relax in the sun room & enjoy the Professionally landscaped lawn. Walk-out Lower level and over-sized 4 car garage add to the appeal. Recent updates inc. Central Air, furnace and remodeled kitchen in 03, windows in 04, roof in 07, new carpet in bedrooms and living room and H2O heater in 08. Convenient!   Sincerely, Greg Cavaiani Response Realtors RESPONSIVE, RESPECTED, RESULTS! www.naymz.com www.activerain.com/cavaianiteam www.localism.com/cavaianiteam www.twitter.com/cavaianiteam are you following us on twitter yet?  www.linkedin.com/cavaianiteam www.facebook.com www.responserealtors.com gregc@r... 12/22/2008

When one walks through the City of Delafield they immediately see that any new building has taken on a "Shaker" look, and old World charm. Some of the buildings in Delafield such as the fish hatchery and more are old, but stunning just as well. Like Oconomowoc, the City of Delafield sits on the shores of Lake Nagawicka. Every weekend there is something going on in Delafield. bazaars, craft sales, building tours, and more.     History abounds in Delafield. Dealfield, Wisconsin was originally known as the Michigan territory.Settlers, including farmers and merchants started to utilate the land and the land resources.Along with  sheep that began to graze the hills and valleys as grist and saw mills appeared along the streams. The most famous settler was Nelson Hawks who moved here with his ... 11/18/2008

When one walks through the City of Delafield they immediately see that any new building has taken on a "Shaker" look, and old World charm. Some of the buildings in Delafield such as the fish hatchery and more are old, but stunning just as well. Like Oconomowoc, the City of Delafield sits on the shores of Lake Nagawicka. Every weekend there is something going on in Delafield. bazaars, craft sales, building tours, and more.     History abounds in Delafield. Dealfield, Wisconsin was originally known as the Michigan territory.Settlers, including farmers and merchants started to utilate the land and the land resources.Along with  sheep that began to graze the hills and valleys as grist and saw mills appeared along the streams. The most famous settler was Nelson Hawks who moved here with his ... 10/20/2008

Just imagine how peaceful it would be sitting on your deck and looking at beautiful Nagawicka Lake. Stroll to your quiet Nagawicka Lake kettle frontage on the wood chip walkway through a natural paradise. Boat, fish & sail off your own pier.Enjoy the 2-sided fireplace from the kitchen or den. Watch the change of seasons from the comfort of your 4-season porch. Peace & quiet in this 'up north' like setting with city conveniences just minutes away.Well cared for,up-dated home could be yours this summer. This Lake is beautiful, and awaits you.           When you are looking for two Brokers that know the Lake Country, and live in it as well, just pick up the phone and call Tom Braatz or Glenn Shong. If you would like one of our custom Seller or Buyer Home packages, or one of our Real Estate... 10/15/2008

Just imagine how peaceful it would be sitting on your deck and looking at beautiful Nagawicka Lake. Stroll to your quiet Nagawicka Lake kettle frontage on the wood chip walkway through a natural paradise. Boat, fish & sail off your own pier.Enjoy the 2-sided fireplace from the kitchen or den. Watch the change of seasons from the comfort of your 4-season porch. Peace & quiet in this 'up north' like setting with city conveniences just minutes away.Well cared for,up-dated home could be yours this summer. This Lake is beautiful, and awaits you.         Sincerely  Glenn shong Re/Max Realty Center 262-490-2787 glenn@glennshong.com www.glennshong.com www.sellingvip.com www.activerain.com/glennshong www.activerain.com/glennshong www.ecademy.com www.linkedin.com www.glennshong.com glenn@glennsho... 10/06/2008

  On This Page Town of Delafield Parks Waukesha County Parks Wisconsin State Parks Town of Delafield Sponsored Events Baseball/Softball Games June - August 11th Annual Log Cabin Run August 9th 11th Annual Fright Hike October 31 - November 1 Brochures/Registration Form Baseball/Softball Registration March 14 & 15 Ages 5-17, boys and girls may join. Click here to view application Log Cabin Run 5K Run/2Mile Walk Log Cabin Run Race Results/Times Fright Hike Volunteer Sign-up and Information Community Events Skate Park Competition August 18th/August 25th Contact Us: Park & Rec Commission N14 W30782 Golf Road Delafield, WI 53018-2117 262 364-7773 parkandrec@townofdelafield.org Park Facilities Rental Form Park Rental Agreement Form Park & Rec Board Members Chairman: Dan Dupies S3 W31806 Mary ... 09/23/2008