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Going Undercover: My Weekend as a Secret Buyer at Open Houses
As a Realtor, I spend most of my time hosting open houses—but this past weekend, I decided to flip the script. I went undercover as a potential buyer, visiting 10 open houses across different price points to get a feel for the experience from the other side.
I wanted to see what it's really like to walk into an open house as a buyer. How easy was it to find? How welcoming were the agents? Did the experience feel helpful… or just awkward? Here's what I discovered.
Finding Open Houses: Online & On the Street
The first challenge? Actually finding the open house.
Like most buyers, I started my search online using Realtor.com and Zillow. I was surprised to find that not every open house was listed! Some agents had their homes advertised everywhere, while others relied only on a single sign in the yard.
This made me realize how important online marketing is for open houses. If buyers don't even know your open house is happening, they won't show up! M...
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February Home Maintenance: Keeping Your Wisconsin Home in Top Shape
February in Wisconsin can be a rollercoaster—frigid temps, unexpected warm-ups, and plenty of snow and ice. While we're all dreaming of spring, now is the perfect time to tackle a few home maintenance tasks that will help protect your home through the rest of winter (and beyond).
Here are a few simple but important things to check off your list this month:
1. Check Your Roof for Ice Dams
If you've lived in Wisconsin long enough, you know ice dams are no joke. They form when warm air from your home causes snow on the roof to melt, only for it to refreeze at the edges, creating a dam that traps water. This can lead to serious (and expensive) water damage inside your home. If you notice icicles forming or suspect an ice dam, don't try to chip away at it yourself—call a professional...
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