Set your expectationsMany buyers prefer purchasing newly built homes. When asked why they want to buy a new construction, most people say it’s because everything is new and in perfect condition. While most of the brand new things we get work perfectly, it doesn't always happen that way when it comes to homes. There is no perfect home. All homes, be it newly constructed ones or previously lived-in, will always have some issues.  Don't assume that because a house is brand new, that everything in it will work smoothly. To avoid getting frustrated because of unforeseen house issues, have your lawyer include a clause in the contract stating that any unidentified issues that surface after closing must be taken cared of by the builder. To help you better prepare for buying a new home in Waukes... 03/29/2018

Are you ready to be a homeowner?One of the exciting milestones of adulthood is buying your own home. It is proof of your independence and financial stability. Your would-be house is or may be the biggest financial asset you'll have in your life. As such, time and preparation are important. If you plan to buy a home in Waukesha this year, here are ten things you should know before signing a contract. Be well acquainted with the neighborhood. Before you buy the house, get to know the neighborhood well. Visit it at different times of the day, checking if you're comfortable with what you see each time. Drive by  in the early morning hours, during late afternoons, lunchtimes or in the evenings checking if you're comfortable to live with what you see each time. Commute from the house to your ... 03/27/2018

The art of home pricingIf you are looking to sell your home this year, you basically need two things to put your home on the buyer's radar. One, your home should be packaged just right, and two, your home should have the right price. Your Waukesha home's listing price is crucial in determining your market success. Price it too high and it will sit on the market for months. Price it too low and you'll lose money.How do you correctly price your home? This is a real struggle for many sellers. Pricing is part science, part art. There is no formula for determining your home's price, but there are several tips to follow in order to come up with the best one. Study homes sold. Research and careful evaluation are important factors in pricing, and this is the part where those two factors come in... 03/26/2018

Eight smart tips to buying your first home Statistics show that more single women purchase a home compared to single men.  It appears that though buying a home is challenging, many single ladies are not easily discouraged.  The strong desire to own a home and to have more privacy and space are among the top reasons many single women buy homes.  If you are planning to get your own Waukesha home this year, here are some tips to make this process easier: Don’t go beyond your limits. Know what is affordable to you and don’t go beyond that. Make sure that the monthly mortgage for the home you are buying is an amount that will fit comfortably in your budget.  Factor in the down payment, mortgages, property taxes and extra funds to cover for repairs. Take into consideration that you rely on a ... 03/25/2018

Listings to Leads - eFlyers                       NEW IMPROVED  PRICE          Waukesha, WI Home for Sale!     For Sale     View the Property Details, Photos, Map & School information here!   912 N Bel Ayr Dr Waukesha, WI 53188-2906   Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 1 full, 1 half | List Price: $ Get Current Price | 1025 square feet   LARGE eat in kitchen in this perfectly located ranch right across the street from the Park ! Living room and three bedrooms and a bath and a half make this the perfect place to start or downsize. Complimented by two car garage and lower level man cave. Price considers foundation work to be done and financing is available to include that repair. You can call this short sale that you can call home with a little patience.   Follow This Home!   Schedule a Showing Hom... 08/17/2017

A small town appeal with great amenities! What makes Pewaukee different from other places that claim they're a "big city with a small-town appeal"? Owning one of the homes for sale in Pewaukee WI allows you to adore the rolling green hills or the sparkling lake.  Pewaukee Lake is the largest among the 77 lakes in Waukesha County. It is almost 2,500 acres and is known as the heart of Pewaukee. Not only that, it offers a wide range of water activities such as swimming, sailing, and water skiing. It is also the best place for musky fishing in southeastern Wisconsin. From boat shows to ski shows, marathons to river runs, golfing to museum hopping, there are many activities that will keep you busy in Pewaukee. This is the village where fun and adventure equates to "home." A neighborhood that... 05/22/2017

Waukesha WI combines the charming small town feel with excellent amenities, making it a great place to buy your home!  Waukesha is a city located 18 miles west of Milwaukee, near the center of Waukesha County in southeastern Wisconsin. It has a total area of 25.07 square miles, 24.81 square miles of which is land and 0.26 square miles is water. It was incorporated as a city in 1896 after being settled first by European-Americans in 1834. Most people know and love Waukesha for its surrounding nature frequently visited by tourists from around the world. The charm and beauty that Waukesha possesses is unlike any other. This, combined with attractions including parks, bars, and entertainment centers, create such a homey atmosphere that it’s no wonder why people love it here!Homes for sale i... 04/12/2017

What is your main concern when you sell a home? As a seller, your main concern is how to make your Waukesha WI home for sale appealing to buyers.  After all, yours is not the only home for sale in the area.  There are many other homes available in the market, and each one offers features and amenities that are attractive to buyers.  So if you want to sell your home fast, you need to make your home stand out so that buyers are enticed to visit and make an offer.  I can help you make buyers fall in love with your home. As a real estate agent, I have observed various ways home sellers do to make their homes more appealing. Picking up the effective ones and compiling them, I am sharing them with you so that you too can use the ideas in your home for sale. This way, you can sell your home fa... 04/10/2017

PRICE REDUCED 2109 Bonnie Ln Waukesha, Wisconsin 53188 $239,500 This beautiful tri-level in the desirable Woodfield Subdivision offers numerous upgrades, such as custom cabinetry, granite tops, crown moldings, 6 panel doors, and ceramic tile. The multiple level layout provide space for entertaining, or cozying up in front of the stone natural fireplace. A private, fenced backyard with playhouse completes the picturesque package.  CALL 262-567-2455   08/09/2016

NEW LISTING 2109 Bonnie Lane Waukesha, Wisconsin 53188 $245,000 This beautiful tri-level in the desirable Woodfield Subdivision offers numerous upgrades, such as custom cabinetry, granite tops, crown moldings, 6 panel doors, and ceramic tile. The multiple level layout provide space for entertaining, or cuddling up in front of the stone natural fireplace. A private, fenced backyard with playhouse completes the picturesque package.  CALL 262-567-2455   07/28/2016

FOR SALE 3201 Howell Ct Waukesha, Wisconsin 53188 $324,900 Welcome Home! 4 year new, 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch in highly desired Heritage Hills is move in ready and will feel like new construction. New carpet in great room and master bedroom. Stainless steel appliances included. 3 year new energy efficient washer and dryer. Central Vacuum system, basement is plumbed for a 3rd bath, dinning room has patio doors that lead to a large deck and spacious backyard. City park 2 blocks away. Convenient location near I-94 to Madison, Milwaukee and Chicago,  CALL 262-567-2455   07/25/2016

FOR SALE 227 Dairy Ave Waukesha, Wisconsin 53188 $353,700 Welcome Home! Open concept, move in ready, many upgrades. 4 BD, 2/2 BA, finished basement is ready for entertaining and relaxing. Upgrades include tile floors in bathrooms, main floor laundry, finished basement with usb ports and SS system, newly landscaped yard, custom window treatments, ceiling fans in all BD and FR. Kitchen has corian solid surface counters and full overlay oak cabinets. Patio doors off kitchen take you to the spacious back yard for kids to play and friends to relax.  CALL 262-567-2455   07/23/2016

ACCEPTED OFFER 332 Dodie Dr 334 Waukesha, Wisconsin 53189 $184,900 Spacious 3/2 duplex located amidst single family homes near shopping, schools, parks and minutes from downtown area. Amazing rental history!! Both units offer large living areas & bedrooms, hard wood floors, and eat in kitchens. Lower/Main unit is freshly painted and has newer windows (2015). Upper unit's porch was recently redone (2014). HUGE basement with storage lockers. Garage has new gutters too (2013). Let your tenants pay your mortgage and start earning equity today!  CALL 262-567-2455   07/22/2016

                 Looking for  Waukesha County Commercial Real Estate Companies or Commercial real estate agents in Waukesha County Wisconsin? Call me Tom Braatz (click for profile links) I would love to have the chance to tell you how I approach Commercial and Investment real estate and how I have been successful helping people buy and sell Commercial real estate in Waukesha County. Commercial real estate for sale in Waukesha County is a great investment. The time to buy Commercial real estate for sale in Waukesha County is now.    I am one of those Waukesha County Commerial Real Estate Agents and one of the Commercial real estate agents in Waukesha County Wisconsin that is well seasoned and knowlegeable in all aspects of commercial real estate. I welcome the opportunity to talk with yo... 07/12/2016

NEW LISTING   W224N2714 Burwood Ct Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186 $298,500   Beautiful 3 BR, 2.5 BA home in Springdale Estates! Enjoy bright 2 story foyer, large functional kitchen, plus dining room for entertaining. Practical first floor laundry/mud room. French doors lead from living room to family room with natural fireplace. Spacious master bedroom has walk in closet and a full bath. Extra living space in basement with rec room and separate office area.   CALL 262-567-2455 07/07/2016

ACCEPTED OFFER 1651 Haymarket Rd Waukesha, Wisconsin 53189 $219,900  Take pride of ownership in this extremely well kept home! As you enter, you are greeted in the cathedral living room with picture window and plenty of wall spaces for your home decor. Kitchen has updated cabinets & counter-tops, breakfast bar, all appliances included. Master bedroom w/private bath. Natural fireplace & sliding doors in family room;leading to patio, large, flat, backyard. The grass and landscape is incredible. Get ready to enjoy it this summer! Basement is ready to be finished-plumbed bath, can lighting, storage, etc. New Roof, Concrete, Water Heater, Landscaping. CALL 262-567-2455 07/04/2016

ACCEPTED OFFER 1900 Michael Dr Waukesha, Wisconsin 53189 $229,900  This beautifully updated executive cape cod home features 3 large bedrooms, large den/office, 2 full bathrooms, newer kitchen cabinets, granite counter tops, new two panel oak doors, large recreational room complete with dry bar in lower level, newer siding, gutters, roof and new windows, window wrap and finish trim. The master bedroom suite is spacious and boasts a large walk-in closet and full updated bath. The 2.5+ car garage features a covered patio area in addition to the large deck and cement patio attached to the home.  CALL 262-567-2455 07/02/2016

ACCEPTED OFFERS43W22085 Beeheim RD Waukesha, Wisconsin 53189 $349,000  This is a 5 bedroom and 3.35 wooded acre home with a mudroom, a sunroom with hot tub, an above ground heated pool, a 2.5 car attached garage with an additional 2.5 garage and heated workshop complete with 60 gallon compressor and a wood burning stove. In 2016 new carpet was installed in 3 bedrooms, 6 panel drs, millwork throughout and patio door. In 2012 full kitchen remodel of cabinets, tile floors and granite counters, all bathrooms with new granite counter, tile shower, toilets, and vanities. In 2013 2 new furnaces. There are 2 A/C units one 5 yrs new and one 10 yrs new. A new roof was installed in 2006. The electrical has all been updated. In 2008 new Andersen windows were installed, fascia and soffits. CALL 262-... 07/01/2016

 John Weber a Milwaukee Real Estate agent purchased a 87 acre plot on the northern side of Waukesha, Wisconsin  . Mr. Weber had no idea what was to come and the monumental impact he would have with the Moor Down mud baths and a health resort. Mr. Weber's property had black Moor mud on it and it contained the same medicinal remedies that the black Moor mud did in Germany and the European mud baths..Upon a trip and follow up research to Germany the decision to built the Grand View Health resort was built and opened in 1911. This property is now part of the Waukesha County office buildings. Prior to the county the property was a Catholic seminary. The original hotel and resort was  thirty two rooms with an addition that followed that added another thirty rooms. Andrew Frame, a Waukesha res... 06/27/2016

Summer is coming up and I can't help but think of a friend that was visiting me last summer and told me they were thirsty.We were walking down a street in Waukesha County Real estate and Lake Country Real estate.. My reply "Why don't you go stick your snout over the bubbler over there and get a cold drink?" Their reply "Okay Tom Braatz, what in the heck is a bubbler?" I went on to explain that in many Waukesha County cities, towns, and villages that water fountains were conveniently placed for people to get a cold drink of water anytime of day they wanted. These fountains are referred to as bubblers.              By definition and sources:                                                                            http://www.bratwurstpages.com/dialect.html Food, Music, and Culture of Wis... 06/25/2016