There were 75 sales in August 2009 with an average price of $199,652 with 119 days on the market with a list price to sales ratio of 96.42 %.  The list to sales ratio from the original list was was 91.72%. The sales in Waukesha were down 26 properties or 26.3% in August 2009 when compared to August 2008.  In addition the new added listings were only down 3.4% or 5 properties during the same perods. The current listing inventory is 707 properties with an average list price of $247,662 with an average time on the market of 199 days. 09/07/2009

In Wisconsin we are busy helping Buyers purchase their properties, and if you are one of our Sellers you certainly know we have been calling you numerous times a day to set up showings on your property, or we have recently sat down to present you offer(s) and we are on our way to closings as usual. The investment property and commercial property part of our business has seen listing sales in the recent past, but varied with purchases. With what some think may be the bottoming of the real estate market and the climb taking off and keeping all us busy, it really is time to look at your investment portfolio. As with the homes for sale in Waukesha County the Waukesha County and Milwaukee County commercial buildings, Waukesha County and Milwaukee County multi families rentals and Waukesha Co... 09/05/2009

It was just a few years ago someone suggested I take up blogging. I told them I really did not think I had much to say. What an understatement from someone like me. Well, little did I know I would jump first into something that I thought would have been a general pastime. I have come to be part of a large wonderful group known as activerain. They are my friends, my colleagues, my mentors, and more. Sure, it's great that by tuning myself into a pro-active advertising media and it does not hurt that a was able to make more money because of activerain. Now that I have hit the 400,000 point mark I feel I have gotten better at this thing called blogging. Even better is the fact that activerain has allowed me to blog, share information, and make money in a different avenue of real estate as o... 09/02/2009

    Open Air Concerts Friday, Sep. 4 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sprizzo Gallery Caffe' 363 W. Main St. Waukesha, WI 53186 Contact Person: Karla Harper Phone Number: 262-513-5640   Join Buffalo Entertianment for our Open Air Concerts on the Patio.   PLEASE ASK ME ABOUT MY GIVE BACK PROGRAM, WHERE I MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TO AN ANIMAL SHELTER IN YOUR NAME UPON CLOSING!!!  HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website     HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website   HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website   Listen to my blog at http://podcasts.odiogo.com/kristins-blog/podcasts-xml.php Se Habla Espanol!       kjohnston@remax.net , kjjj1234@gmail.com , 414-254-6647 www.activerain.com/kristinjohnston www.LinkedIn.com    www.kristinjohnston.com  www.ecademy.com    www.realtor.com , www.naymz.com w... 09/01/2009

Here is the local snapshot for Waukesha, WI Single Family Homes for August, 2009 per MLS.   385 Current Listings $274,956 Average List Price 157 Average Days On Market   38 Pending Listings $216,438 Average Price 115 Average Days on Market   42 Sold Listings $227,949 Average Sale Price  ** List Price to Sale Price ratio is 97%** 124 Average Days On Market   PLEASE ASK ME ABOUT MY GIVE BACK PROGRAM, WHERE I MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TO AN ANIMAL SHELTER IN YOUR NAME UPON CLOSING!!!  HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website     HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website   HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website   Listen to my blog at http://podcasts.odiogo.com/kristins-blog/podcasts-xml.php Se Habla Espanol!       kjohnston@remax.net , kjjj1234@gmail.com , 414-254-6647 www.activerain... 08/31/2009

There is an old saying that goes "Time waits for no one." Time is a precious commodity and sometimes hoping or wishing for more time just does not happen. I have had numerous calls lately from first time home buyers wanting to get on the band wagon and take advantage of the first time home buyer tax credit while they still can. I would like to remind the Wisconsin first time home buyers that the clock is ticking and come December 1st of this year you need to be closed if you are a first time home buyer wishing to take advantage of the one time first time home buyer tax credit that is available to the first time home buyer. I have a great first time buyer handout you can request if you are in Wisconsin. Either call me at 262-377-1459 or email me at tom@tombraatz.com. Fell free to surf th... 08/31/2009

      I have had a super busy last few days....a GOOD thing for sure in real estate.  But, I am never too busy to do showing reports.  Over the last few years, but even more so recently, I have noticed a major decline in the amount of showing reports that I receive on my listings.  This really aggravates me!  I ALWAYS call the listing agent after a showing...usually right after I leave the house, so it is fresh in my mind.  Most of the time, my buyer is not interested in the home and will not be submitting an offer.  However, it still is useful for the listing agent and seller to hear my and my buyer's feedback!  We might mention something that the seller has not heard before, or hasn't considered.  I might give my opinion on the list price compared to others I have seen, etc etc etc.  ... 08/31/2009

Absolutely you should be. There are some real bargains out there and if you can ride out the storm a little more you will be a very rich man, A very rich man indeed.I wish I would have been ready for what is going on now, and has been for the last two years or so. I wish I would have had a crystal ball to see what a great buy I would have got on rental, Investment, and other commercial properties in Waukesha County and commercial property in Milwaukee county. I wish I had a dollar for every time I have heard that in the last year. The beauty is I tell people that there are ways to purchase a great property, and there are even ways to start your own business if you have the game plan, mission statement, and experience that should accompany it. I remember helping a charming woman get into... 08/30/2009

That is a good question and I am glad you brought it up. What happened in the last seven days in the Waukesha County Real estate market? Lets take a look. If you are interested in selling your home or even knowing what is my Waukesha County home worth please visit the on-line value below. It's a busy time whether you are buying a home in Waukesha County or if you are selling a home in Waukesha County. The Waukesha County real estate market has so many nice homes to choose from if you are looking to use the  first time home buyers credit, or if you are a seasoned buyer. It is also a great time to be selling a home in Waukesha County because at the moment I am having a hard time finding certain properties and homes for my buyers. As one of the many Waukesha County real estate agents I wis... 08/27/2009

I have been amazed at the general good nature of people I meet everyday. Some of them have lost their jobs, have had other hardships in their lives, and some after difficulties have confronted them have decided to return to school and seek another avenue of education and employment. The good news is you don't have to do all the four years in the University of Wisconsin system, and a great alternative may just be the Waukesha County Technical College  So if you are looking to go to school after high school for a vocation or education, or if you are a returning adult looking to better your education or be looking at job alternatives why not look at Waukesha County Technical College . It just may be what you are looking for. For more please see Waukesha County Technical College   Tom Braat... 08/23/2009

Every so often there is a salesman that stands out. One that wants to make a difference. One that goes out of their way to make sure their customer is absolutely thrilled with their service. One that will not stop until he knows that his customer has all their questions asked and that he has explained everything in detail. One that puts service and customer satisfaction ahead of closing on someone fast and putting the dollar first. One that makes their company look like a million dollars just by the salesman being themselves. In the Waukesha County Real Estate market and in Waukesha County Life there is such an example of the perfect salesman; his name is Gary Woodward, and he works for Sprint in Brookfield, Wisconsin. After having to ask my son Spencer for my phone back a million times... 08/22/2009

It sure was, and if you are interested in selling your home or even knowing what is my Waukesha County home worth please visit the on-line value below. It's a busy time whether you are buying a home in Waukesha County or if you are selling a home in Waukesha County. The Waukesha County real estate market has so many nice homes to choose from if you are looking to use the  first time home buyers credit, or if you are a seasoned buyer. It is also a great time to be selling a home in Waukesha County because at the moment I am having a hard time finding certain properties and homes for my buyers. As one of the many Waukesha County real estate agents I wish you nothing but happiness. The following information is for the period of 8/13 to 8/20 and is for the entire MLS content for this period... 08/20/2009

CAN YOU DIG IT?!HAWS' FALL FUNDRAISING PARTY 2009: A celebration of our year of construction.Put down those tools - lets have some fun!Saturday, October 17th, 20096:30pm - MidniteOlympia Resort1350 Royal Mile Road, OconomowocTickets available on SEPTEMBER 1ST!!!Tickets:  $55/personV.I.P./Sponsorship tickets still available.NEW:  A limited number of band-only tickets will be available for $20, allowing admission to the event after 9:00pm.Featuring live & silent auctions, raffles & contests, casino games, great food and drink, keepsake photos, a HAWS adoptable pets meet'n'greet area...and music by:"DIG" THIS:  RESERVE YOUR TABLE/SPONSORSHIP TODAY!Contact HAWS for more details:  262-542-8851, x107 or marketing@hawspets.org.     PLEASE ASK ME ABOUT MY GIVE BACK PROGRAM, WHERE I MAKE A CONTR... 08/20/2009

 In this installment of our series Tom Braatz, How do I find the right real estate agent in Waukesha County? Series (#3 of 6) we will talk about what to look for in selecting a commercial/Investment broker whether you are buying or selling commercial real estate. It's easy to see a lot of the great buys out there and there are many parts to the equation in buying or selling commercial real estate. When I sit down with a party that starts to pursue commercial avenues I ask them their needs and wants. I always recommend that they have a good attorney and accountant to talk to. I further ask them whether they are buying or selling how their accountant is going to structure the transaction, how they are going to finance the transaction and if I will be helping them find financing, and if th... 08/19/2009

 As of today, here are the MLS Stats for Single Family Homes in Waukesha, WI: Actives 380 Average List Price $274,814 Average DOM 138   Pendings 41 Average Price $207,851 Average DOM 121   Solds 10 Average Price $256,550 Average DOM  123   PLEASE ASK ME ABOUT MY GIVE BACK PROGRAM, WHERE I MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TO AN ANIMAL SHELTER IN YOUR NAME UPON CLOSING!!!  HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website     HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website   HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website   Listen to my blog at http://podcasts.odiogo.com/kristins-blog/podcasts-xml.php Se Habla Espanol!       kjohnston@remax.net , kjjj1234@gmail.com , 414-254-6647 www.activerain.com/kristinjohnston www.LinkedIn.com    www.kristinjohnston.com  www.ecademy.com    www.realtor.com , www.naymz.com www... 08/18/2009

 In our next part of our series  "Tom Braatz, How do I find the right real estate agent in Waukesha County? Series (#2 of 6)" the topic will be selecting the right real estate agent in Waukesha County to help you buy a home. This is not as easy as Googling Finding a real estate agent in Waukesha County . When you are ready to buy a home or property there are many areas of concern that you may want to address and make sure are covered before and during the home buying process. Your first plan of attack would be to have the Waukesha County real estate agent recommend a number of qualified lenders that will start an application and get you pre-approved for a property. By being pre-approved you know what you qualify for in terms of mortgage, what program will be best suited for you in corre... 08/17/2009

Well, that's a great question and I am glad you asked. It's a busy time whether you are buying a home in Waukesha County or if you are selling a home in Waukesha County. The Waukesha County real estate market has so many nice homes to choose from if you are looking to use the  first time home buyer credit, or if you are a seasoned buyer. It is also a great time to be selling a home in Waukesha County because at the moment I am having a hard time finding certain properties and homes for my buyers. As one of the many Waukesha County real estate agents I would be the first one to tell you that if you are looking for an idea of what your home is worth in Waukesha County I would request an on-line market. The following information is for the period of 7/6 to 7/13 and is for the entire MLS co... 08/14/2009

A great man has passed away; he was Les Paul. Les Paul grew up in the City of Waukesha and is credited as the man man who invented the solid body guitar. As week know this changed the way and whole direction of music as we know it. Les Paul, the jazz guitarist who died on August 13 aged 94, invented the solid body electric guitar and revolutionized the sound of pop music recordings. Lester William Polsfuss, known as Les Paul (June 9, 1915 - August 13, 2009) was a pioneer in the development of the solid-body electric guitar which "made the sound of rock and roll possible." His many recording innovations include overdubbing (also know as sound on sound), delay effects such as tape delay, phasing effects, and multitrack recording. His innovative talents extended into his unique playing sty... 08/13/2009

    PLEASE ASK ME ABOUT MY GIVE BACK PROGRAM, WHERE I MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TO AN ANIMAL SHELTER IN YOUR NAME UPON CLOSING!!!  HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website     HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website   HSUS MySpace Page | Stop Puppy Mills Website   Listen to my blog at http://podcasts.odiogo.com/kristins-blog/podcasts-xml.php Se Habla Espanol!       kjohnston@remax.net , kjjj1234@gmail.com , 414-254-6647 www.activerain.com/kristinjohnston www.LinkedIn.com    www.kristinjohnston.com  www.ecademy.com    www.realtor.com , www.naymz.com www.zoominfo.com www.facebook.com www.plaxo.com www.trulia.com www.myspace.com   www.postlets.com , www.perfectnetworker.com   www.loopnet.com www.konnects.com www.twitter.com www.wordpress.com www.congoo.com  www.xing.com corporate websit... 08/12/2009

Why, yes I am. After years of being a successful listing agent, and helping all my great sellers with selling a home in Waukesha County I learned a long time ago that what I know can really help a buyer. When I am a buyer agent in Waukesha County real estate I find, negotiate, and help you obtain the home of your dreams. We do everything we can to make sure you have received the best deal at agreeable terms and conditions, and we work until we are shaking your hand at closing. It's not all black and white, and I allow you to see the whole picture right up front and clear as can be. We work together, and I will not procrastinate or allow you to. There are many components to a real estate transaction and when you are buying a home in Waukesha County you can rest assured that we can be in ... 08/11/2009