Dylan Kissinger - Shorewest Realtors

Even with interest rates rising, this year is shaping up to be another big year for the housing market with Milwaukee county home prices rising in double digits again. If you're thinking of buying or selling, give me a call, text, email, or DM today and we can discuss the best way to navigate the current market.


https://www.jsonline.com/story/money/real-estate/2022/05/18/milwaukee-area-homes-sale-rise-199-900-median-price-up-14-percent/65356351007/

Milwaukee-area home prices rose 14.3% in April, and houses spent fewer days on the market In Milwaukee County, homes for sale had a median price of $145 per square foot, while Wisconsin's was $184.

If you'd like to discuss your real estate goals with a licensed real estate professional give me a call, text, or DM today! (414)840-1659, [email protected]

Work With a Real Estate Professional if You Want the Best Advice Because buying or selling a home is such a big decision in our lives, the need for clear, trustworthy information and guidance is crucial. And while no one can give you perfect advice, when you align yourself with an expert, you’ll get the best advice for your situation.

Mark June 4-5 on your calendars to enjoy Wisconsin's beautiful state parks for FREE!
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Admission to Wisconsin state parks is free during 2022 Free Fun Weekend The DNR is once again waiving admission fees, trail passes and fishing licenses for the state's annual Free Fun Weekend in June.

I know a lot of people are afraid to make a big financial decision like buying or selling a home because of inflation and economic uncertainty. But in reality, a home can stabilize your cost of living while there's high inflation far better than renting.

Don’t Let Rising Inflation Delay Your Homeownership Plans Some Highlights If recent headlines about rising inflation are making you wonder if it’s still a good time to buy, here’s what experts have to say. Housing is an asset that typically grows in value. Plus, your mortgage helps stabilize your monthly housing costs, and buying protects you from risi...

Big things happening on Milwaukee's West side!


https://www.jsonline.com/story/money/real-estate/commercial/2022/05/20/concert-venue-hotel-soccer-stadium-planned-downtown-milwaukee/9854505002/

A new concert venue, along with a hotel and professional soccer stadium, are planned for downtown Milwaukee's west side. The mixed-use project is to be built at a site that includes the former Ramada Hotel, 633 W. Michigan St. Pabst Theater Group would operate the venue.

Home upgrades can make a significant difference int he price of your home and the time it takes to sell. However, in many cases it's difficult to recover the full cost of making a significant upgrade to your house. A REALTOR can help you figure out which upgrades would be worth undertaking before listing your home and which are better left alone.
If you're curious about how much a home upgrade you're considering could impact the value of your home give me a call, text, email, or DM and we can set up a time to look into the costs and benefits of your next project.

Should You Update Your House Before Selling? Ask a Real Estate Professional. Some Highlights If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your trusted real estate advisor to be your guide. In today’s sellers’ market, buyers have limited options and may be more willing to take on repairs themselves. If you’re thinking about se...

Great workshop today at Shorewest Tech Innovations Lab on improving CMA skills!

Curious about the latest trends in your neighborhood? Interested in a comparative market analysis for your home? Thinking of buying or selling but you want to talk to an agent first to see what that process looks like? I'm happy to help you with any or all of that for absolutely no charge!
Take a look at the services tab of my page to schedule any of those services with me, or contact me directly to set something up: (414)840-1659, [email protected]

Myths About Today’s Housing Market Some Highlights If you’re planning to buy or sell a home today, it’s important to be aware of common misconceptions. Whether it’s timing your purchase as a buyer based on home prices and mortgage rates or knowing what to upgrade or repair before listing your house as a seller, it takes a profe...

Great write up on how different today's market is compared to '08. Homeowners have far more equity invested in their homes, and banks have continued using far stricter lending practices.

Why This Housing Market Is Not a Bubble Ready To Pop Homeownership has become a major element in achieving the American Dream. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) finds that over 86% of buyers agree homeownership is still the American Dream.

Great write up on how rising interest rates can affect your monthly housing payment. Mortgage rates are projected to continue rising this year.

How To Approach Rising Mortgage Rates as a Buyer In the last few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 5%. While that news may have you questioning the timing of your home search, the truth is, timing has never been more important. Even though you may be tempted to put your plans on hold in hopes that rates w...

If you're interested in selling your home, but you're worries about the hassle of finding a new one right now, give me a call and we can discuss different options to make the process of looking for your new home as smooth as possible. (414)840-1659, [email protected]

On the Fence of Whether or Not To Move This Spring? Consider This. If you’re thinking of selling your house, it may be because you’ve heard prices are rising, listings are going fast, and sellers are getting multiple offers on their homes. But why are conditions so good for sellers today? And what can you expect when you move? To help answer both of those quest...

Pre-Approval is an absolute MUST if you're looking to buy right now. If you have any questions on the pre-approval process and/or how to prepare for that let me know and I will be happy to help.

Why Pre-Approval Is an Important Step for Today’s Homebuyers Being intentional and competitive are musts when buying a home this season. That’s why pre-approval is so important today. Pre-approval from a lender is the only way to know your true price range and how much money you can borrow for your loan. Peter Warden, Editor of The Mortgage Reports, explain...

A really unique opportunity for the right buyer at less than $400K



https://milwaukeerecord.com/city-life/now-is-your-chance-to-buy-an-old-school-building-in-cudahy/?fbclid=IwAR2UHjTV3Xkf6kgWsucMy6gXVh4ln7IoVCqMzLLJNeXjK7ClKOhNQBRck9Y

Now is your chance to buy an old school building in Cudahy! "Features over 8,000 square feet of space that can be used as a single-family residence or as a mixed use commercial space."

The home buying process can be intimidating, but knowing what to budget for ahead of time can give you the ability to hit the ground running when you decide you're ready to start your search.

What You Need To Budget for When Buying a Home When it comes to buying a home, it can feel a bit intimidating to know how much you need to save and where to find that information. But you should know, you’re not expected to have all the answers yourself. There are many trusted professionals who can help you understand your finances and what yo...

In a competitive market, it's important to understand your own personal wants and needs as you're looking for your next home. The more clarity you have on that, the more confidence you can have making the decision to write an offer.

Balancing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer Today Since the number of homes for sale is low today, it can feel challenging to find one that checks all your boxes. But if you know which features are absolutely essential in your next home and which ones are just nice bonuses, you can land a home that fits your needs.

A good rule of thumb is that every 1% increase in interest rates will equate to a 10% change in buying power. Rates were expected to increase this year, but are rising faster than anticipated. Between rising interest rates and home prices continuing to rise it could cost your significantly to wait out the competitive market to buy.

What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates, and Where Will They Go from Here? Based on the Primary Mortgage Market Survey from Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has increased by 1.2% (3.22% to 4.42%) since January of this year. The rate jumped by more than a quarter of a point from just a week ago. Here’s a visual to show how mortgage rate movement throug...

I'm here for you every step of the way. From an initial consultation on the market to closing and beyond. A lot goes into a real estate transaction, but my job is to make it as worry and hassle free as possible for you.

Tough to beat a waterfront view right out of the front living room. Stop by W277S8890 Lakeside Dr, in Vernon, WI to see the rest of this lovely home at the open house I'm hosting today until 2pm.

Join me today from Noon-2pm as I host an open house at W277S8890 Lakeside Dr, Vernon, WI 53149! This beautiful, spacious, and updated 4 bed, 1.5 bath is well worth the drive out to Vernon. Listed at 375K this one won't be on the market for long, so stop by to take a look while you have the chance!


https://www.shorewest.com/ms/W277S8890-Lakeside-Dr-Vernon-WI-53149-9681/1785664-METRO #.YkhqUOfMK3A

W277S8890 Lakeside Dr, Vernon, WI 53149-9681 — MLS#1785664 — Shorewest Realtors Vernon Home for Sale W277S8890 Lakeside Dr, Vernon, WI 53149-9681, Located in Hidden Lakes Vernon. Utilizing the School District Mukwonago. Listed under MLS # 1785664

"The median value of single-family residential properties transferred in Wisconsin increased from $126,500 in 2016 to $170,000 in 2021, or 34.4%. More than half the increase came in 2020 and 2021, with statewide increases of 7.7% and 7%, respectively, according to the forum."


https://www.jsonline.com/story/money/2022/03/24/wisconsin-home-property-sales-values-increased-rapidly-2021/7142902001/

The value of Wisconsin properties sold in 2021 increased at the fastest rate in 15 years. It's another sign of a strong housing market. Wisconsin’s revenues from fees on real estate sales increased 37% last year. That's the highest since the housing boom of 2005 and 2006.

If you're in need of some new home and garden ideas, good news! The Milwaukee Home and Garden show is back after a 2 year hiatus!


https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/2022/03/25/cooped-up-homeowners-expect-find-inspiration-home-show/9454513002/

Home and Garden Show returns after two years to the delight of cooped up homeowners where 'everybody is their own designer' After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the longest-running home and garden show in the nation will take place March 25-April 3 at the State Fair Expo Center.

I'm always happy to answer any questions you have on the local real estate market or the buying/selling process. Feel free to call, text, email, or DM me any time. (414)840-1659, [email protected]

Plenty of new development going on around the city this spring.
https://milwaukeerecord.com/city-life/in-case-you-blinked-last-week-here-are-all-the-new-and-wonderful-things-theyre-building-in-milwaukee-march-20-26/

In case you blinked last week, here are all the new and wonderful things they're building in Milwaukee (March 20-26) New apartments, new skywalks, new concrete pours, more.

Whether your looking to buy, sell, or both this year, It's important to have a reliable real estate professional to guide you through today's market. Give me a call, text, email, or DM today and we can talk about how to navigate the market and get the most out of your investment. (414)840-1659, [email protected]

An Expert Advisor Will Give You the Best Advice in Today’s Market Having an experienced guide coaching you through the process of buying or selling a home is important in a normal market – but today’s market is far from normal. As a result, an expert real estate advisor isn’t just good to have by your side, they’re essential.

If saving for a downpayment is delaying your real estate goals, there are a variety of programs that can help you buy a home this year.
Give me a call, text, email or DM today to see how I can help you achieve your real estate goals today. (414)840-1659, [email protected]

Down Payment Assistance Programs Can Help You Achieve Homeownership For many homebuyers, the thought of saving for a down payment can feel daunting, especially in today’s market. That’s why, when asked what they find most difficult in the homebuying process, some buyers say it’s one of the hardest steps on the path to homeownership. Data from the National Asso...

Great news to start the week for Milwaukee movie lovers!

The Times Cinema will reopen on April 8 One of the best neighborhood theaters in the city is back in action next month.

This year, may not keep up with the 18% appreciation we saw last year, but home prices are likely to continue to rise this year.
If you're putting off buying to avoid the competitive market you should know it could cost you tens of thousands between higher home prices and lost appreciation.
Give me a call, text, email, or DM today to talk about how to navigate the market right now before prices go up any further.

Are Home Prices Continuing To Rise? Many analysts projected home price appreciation would slow dramatically in the fall of 2021 and then continue to soften throughout 2022. So far, that hasn’t happened. The major price indices are all revealing ongoing double-digit price appreciation. Here’s a look at their reports on year-over-ye...