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Homes, New Construction, and Foreclosures

Friday Aug 2nd, 2024 Share

3 Reasons Why We’re Not Headed for a Housing Crash

Appleton, Wisconsin Home Sellers at their kitchen table

Tuesday Jul 30th, 2024 Share

Biggest Mistakes Wisconsin Home Sellers Are Making Right Now

Friday Apr 26th, 2024 Share

Do You Know How Much Equity You Have?

Appleton Real Estate - Hourglass and Housing Market

Wednesday Apr 10th, 2024 Share

Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?

4 Tips for Home Selling

Friday Mar 1st, 2024 Share

Video - 4 Tips for Selling Your Appleton House This Spring

Owning a home in Appleton, Wisconsin Increases Wealth

Friday Mar 1st, 2024 Share

Video - Owning a home in Appleton, Wisconsin Increases Wealth - Appleton Real Estate

Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage

Friday Mar 1st, 2024 Share

The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]

Hand holding up a red balloon with a white percentage sign

Wednesday Dec 20th, 2023 Share

Why Mortgage Rates Could Continue To Decline

Money and house symbols over Appleton, WI neighborhood

Friday Nov 17th, 2023 Share

2024 Housing Market Forecast [INFOGRAPHIC]

Home Prices Rising

Thursday Oct 26th, 2023 Share

Why Home Prices Keep Going Up

Wednesday Oct 25th, 2023 Share

What Are the Real Reasons You Want To Move Right Now?

What Are the Real Reasons You Want To Move Right Now?   The reason you might want to sell your house now is most likely that something in your life has changed. Even though mortgage rates are a big part of your choice, you don't want them to take away from the reason you wanted to move in the first place. It is true that rates are higher now, which makes homes less affordable. Because of this, some people are choosing to wait to sell their homes because they don't want...
Home Price Growth

Wednesday Oct 25th, 2023 Share

Home Price Growth Is Returning to Normal [INFOGRAPHIC]

Are higher mortgage rates here to stay?

Wednesday Oct 18th, 2023 Share

Are Higher Mortgage Rates Here To Stay?

Renting versus Owning

Friday Oct 13th, 2023 Share

The Difference Between Renting and Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Appleton Wisconsin Woman Unpacking

Thursday Oct 12th, 2023 Share

Unpack the Long-Term Benefits of Homeownership

Homeowner Net Worth Grows

Friday Oct 6th, 2023 Share

How Homeowner Net Worth Grows with Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

Low Housing Inventory

Monday Oct 2nd, 2023 Share

Explaining Today’s Low Housing Supply [INFOGRAPHIC]

Other benefits of homeownership

Sunday Oct 1st, 2023 Share

Do You Know About the Non-Financial Benefits of Homeownership?

Appleton Wisconsin Woman Checking her home value

Saturday Sep 30th, 2023 Share

The Return of Normal Seasonality for Home Price Appreciation

Plenty of Home Buyers Still Shopping

Tuesday Sep 19th, 2023 Share

Plenty of Buyers Are Still Active Today [INFOGRAPHIC]

Appleton, Wisconsin grandfather and his granddaughter

Thursday Sep 14th, 2023 Share

Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future

Planning on retiring and selling a home

Tuesday Sep 12th, 2023 Share

Appleton Home Owners - Are You Planning to Retire? Your Equity Can Help You Make a Move

Home Price Predictions

Tuesday Sep 12th, 2023 Share

What Experts Project for Home Prices Over the Next 5 Years

Inflation and Housing

Saturday Sep 9th, 2023 Share

How Inflation Affects the Housing Market

Home Price Forecast Revised for 2023

Friday Sep 8th, 2023 Share

Home Price Forecasts Revised for 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Homeowners have equity

Tuesday Sep 5th, 2023 Share

Homeowners Have a Lot of Equity Right Now [INFOGRAPHIC]

Housing Price Predictions

Tuesday Sep 5th, 2023 Share

Expert Home Price Forecasts Revised Up for 2023

Mortgage Rate History Since 1970

Thursday Aug 24th, 2023 Share

Mortgage rates are at a 20 year high, but it’s still below the 40-year average.

Staff at Wizards of Real Estate

Thursday Aug 24th, 2023 Share

More Jobs and Better Pay Leads to More Buyer Demand

Appleton WI Homes For Sale

Friday Aug 18th, 2023 Share

People Around the Country Want Homes That Cost Less, and Builders Are Responding

Home prices on the rise

Monday Aug 14th, 2023 Share

Home Prices Are Back on the Rise [INFOGRAPHIC]

Wisconsin Housing Market Forecast Infographic

Friday Aug 4th, 2023 Share

Housing Market Forecast for the Rest of 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Americans Still View Homeownership as the American Dream

Monday Jul 10th, 2023 Share

Americans Still View Homeownership as the American Dream

Homeownership Helps Protect You from Inflation

Saturday Jun 24th, 2023 Share

Homeownership Helps Protect You from Inflation [INFOGRAPHIC]

How Owning a Home Grows Your Wealth with Time

Friday Jun 16th, 2023 Share

How Owning a Home Grows Your Wealth with Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

Wednesday May 31st, 2023 Share

Today’s Real Estate Market: The ‘Unicorns’ Have Galloped Off

The Impact of Changing Mortgage Rates

Monday May 22nd, 2023 Share

The Impact of Changing Mortgage Rates [INFOGRAPHIC]

Wizards of Real Estate Fox Cities Wisconsin House

Wednesday May 17th, 2023 Share

What You Need To Know About Home Price News

Fox Cities Home on a Witch

Wednesday May 17th, 2023 Share

Why Today’s Housing Market Is Not About To Crash

Appleton Homes For Sale showing kitchen with Wizards of Real Estate LLC

Tuesday May 16th, 2023 Share

Three Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today

Puzzle of a 100 dollar bill

Thursday May 4th, 2023 Share

The Power of Pre-Approval | Wizards of Real Estate LLC

Woman looking out her Appleton home's window

Friday Apr 21st, 2023 Share

Are YOU Falling out of Love with YOUR Wisconsin Home? It May Be Time To Move.

Home Inspections in Fox Cities Wisconsin

Saturday Apr 15th, 2023 Share

Home Inspections for Fox Cities Wisconsin Home Sellers: What You Need To Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

Selling a home this Spring

Saturday Apr 15th, 2023 Share

Do YOU want To Sell Your House This Spring? Price It Right.

Kitchen in an Appleton, WI Home

Tuesday Apr 11th, 2023 Share

We’re in a Sellers’ Market. What Does That Mean?

How Changing Mortgage Rates Can Affect You

Tuesday Apr 4th, 2023 Share

How Changing Mortgage Rates Can Affect You

Fact about closing costs

Saturday Apr 1st, 2023 Share

Facts About Closing Costs [INFOGRAPHIC]

Woman holding model house representing female house buyers

Saturday Mar 25th, 2023 Share

How Homeownership Is Life Changing for Many Women

March Market Update - Maybe

Monday Mar 20th, 2023 Share

Appleton Realtor March 2023 Housing Market Update

Lightbulb with hurricane swirling inside in Appleton, WI

Sunday Mar 12th, 2023 Share

Are your WI heating bills getting out of hand?

Setting chess piece on Appleton Real Estate

Sunday Mar 12th, 2023 Share

5 NEGOTIATING TACTICS THAT CAN KILL A SALE

2 Things Sellers Need To Know This Spring

Friday Mar 10th, 2023 Share

2 Things Sellers Need To Know This Spring

Dollar bill shaped like an Appleton House.

Friday Mar 10th, 2023 Share

Want To Sell Your House? Price It Right.

Old Many dancing after downsizing his home

Tuesday Mar 7th, 2023 Share

Could A Smaller Home Be Your Best Option?

Homeownership wealth building infograph

Monday Feb 27th, 2023 Share

Win with Homeownership

Clock, Coins, and wooden house outside.

Monday Feb 27th, 2023 Share

Major Benefit of Investing in a Home

Man holding toy house and keys for closing.

Sunday Feb 26th, 2023 Share

How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality

Toy house on top of calculator

Sunday Feb 26th, 2023 Share

The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now

Spring into Action and Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance

Tuesday Feb 21st, 2023 Share

Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance

Tuesday Feb 21st, 2023 Share

Appleton Realtor Breaks Down February 2023 Real Estate Market 

The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers

Monday Feb 20th, 2023 Share

The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers

U.S. House Prices Largely Unchanged

Thursday Feb 16th, 2023 Share

Wondering What’s Going on with Home Prices?

Appleton Wisconsin Houses in Neighborhood

Monday Feb 13th, 2023 Share

Why Today’s Appleton WI Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash

Appleton suitecase full of money.

Monday Feb 13th, 2023 Share

What You Should Know About Closing Costs

Appleton Broker Breaks Down the 2023 Housing Market

Monday Feb 13th, 2023 Share

Appleton Broker Breaking Down the Housing Market For 2023

How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Sunday Feb 12th, 2023 Share

How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

You May Not Need as Much as You Think for Your Down Payment [INFOGRAPHIC]

Sunday Feb 5th, 2023 Share

You May Not Need as Much as You Think for Your Down Payment [INFOGRAPHIC]

Appleton WI house with front door open.

Thursday Feb 2nd, 2023 Share

Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023

Stacked coins with plants growing out of them

Tuesday Jan 24th, 2023 Share

What Experts Are Saying About the 2023 Housing Market

Brand new suburban house in sunny summer afternoon.House hunting.

Saturday Jan 21st, 2023 Share

Have Home Values Hit Bottom?

Top 5 Home Renovations When Selling

Tuesday Jan 19th, 2021 Share

Top 5 Renovations When Selling

5 steps to selling your home

Monday Jan 4th, 2021 Share

5 steps to selling your home

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Feb 25th, 2023
He was very pleasant to work with. Would recommend to anyone!!
Dorothy huffDorothy Huff
Feb 19th, 2023
Autumn responded with kindness patience and promptness addressing each issue brilliantly! Autumn took whatever time needed to help me find the perfect next home for me! I highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cindy hornungCindy Hornung
Feb 18th, 2023
This brokerage has great Leadership! It is definitely education based and cares about their agents success and ethics. I enjoyed working with Darcee and Shane. They were attentive and listen to my real estate needs. If I ever had a question, they would respond within a timely manner and I appreciated that. Thankyou for the smooth transition.
Heather kownackHeather Kownack
Feb 12th, 2023
Marci Johns did a great job helping us sell our house.
Penny gPenny G
Feb 12th, 2023
April was our realtor. And she did an excellent job of selling my 91 year old father's house. She was there every time we needed her and she took care of things perfectly. She is very friendly, very thorough, very efficient, and knowledgeable. We are thrilled with our service.
Mariane huckleberryMariane Huckleberry
Feb 5th, 2023
Marci Johns was the realtor for myself, my sister and brother, to sale our family home. Can you imagine getting 3 people, not to mention the opinions of 3 spouses to all agree on the terms of a sale. She answered all calls, text and emails immediately. She was professional, patient, expedient and she aced it. Thanks Marci.
Julie plumbJulie Plumb
Feb 5th, 2023
Natalie will be totally committed and invested to help achieve your goals!!! She is the absolute BEST! I would recommend her to all of my friends and family!
Olivia reedOlivia Reed
Feb 5th, 2023
Outstanding service! The entire team will take care of every detail of buying or selling your home. Natalie was very knowledgeable, attentive, and supportive throughout the process! Give her a call you will not be disappointed.
Brandi justiceBrandi Justice
Feb 5th, 2023
Autumn is amazing! She makes sure you are comfortable and knowledgeable through the entire process. I would definitely recommend her to others buying and/or selling a home.
Lesli hicksLesli Hicks
Feb 5th, 2023
Autumn Stivers was a hero! She rescued my family & I from a downward spiraling house, to our dream home! She took more time than any other realtor that we have worked with. She won over the hearts of our children. She made sure we knew what was going on at all times & that it was the in the best interests of us! I have recommended her to two family members, and will continue to recommend her every chance I/we get!
Jayne wildeyJayne Wildey
Feb 5th, 2023
It was my pleasure working with Isaiah Ullery this past summer! I was the representative of my mother's estate and he guided me through the whole process like a true professional! There were some unusual circumstances with my mother's property, but he was knowledgeable and did an outstanding job. He goes above and beyond and communicates well. If I were looking to buy or sell any real estate, this is definitely who I would contact!!
Connie cattConnie Catt
Feb 5th, 2023
My husband and I just moved from out of state. We worked with Isaiah, and he was awesome!! This was our first home buying experience, and Isaiah made it stress free! I really recommend this lovely real estate group!
Aimee r.Aimee R.
Jan 26th, 2023
I truly enjoyed working with Isaiah. Not only is he a great guy to work with, he is very knowledgeable and always made time to talk and answer any questions that came up, even last minute. Isaiah was fun to work with also which added to the ease of the process of finding and buying a home. He took the time on a holiday weekend to change up his schedule to show me a home and took his time to go through the home with me instead of rush through. Isaiah's job doesn't end after the sale either. He has kept in touch to see how things are going. Isaiah is an all around great guy and would recommend him for anyone looking to buy or sell a home Steve Lew's group should be proud to have someone like Isaiah on their team.
Lester connellLester Connell
Jan 26th, 2023
We had such a wonderful experience! Autumn Stivers made us feel like family and took away all the stress that can arise when buying a home. Highly recommend!
Andrew bodenhamAndrew Bodenham
Jan 26th, 2023
If you're in search of a friendly and knowledgeable real estate agency, give them a call. You will be in good hands!
Andrew sweeneyAndrew Sweeney
Jan 13th, 2023
Alla is one of the best and hard working brokers in the Buisnes. Alla is on top of her game and have all the connections, she knows the market and will give you property evaluation and advise. Will use her services again
Bldng managementBldng Management
Jan 8th, 2023
Steve helped us find our first home. He was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I didn't know much about buying a house but he helped so much and guided us through it. He was wonderful to work with and a great help in finding the perfect home for my family. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a home in the future. Thanks Steve!!
Danielle hinzDanielle Hinz
Jan 4th, 2023
Working with Steven was easy and educational. Knows what he's talking about, can back it up with experience, and a down to earth attitude. I will be recommending him to friends/family if they need any assistance in the housing market.
Brandon nickel (nickelbocker)Brandon Nickel (nickelbocker)
Dec 26th, 2022
Isiah and this company are very easy to work with and are very knowledgeable about their craft. They answered every question I had and were attentive to my wants and needs when looking for a home. I would recommend Isiah to anyone looking to buy or sell their home.
Joseph houserJoseph Houser
Dec 16th, 2022
We found ourselves in a ‘must sell’ with the loss of a loved one. We needed guidance and a quick sale with a good outcome. Redbeard worked FAST, great communicator, so much patience and above all else he went the extra mile for us when he didn’t have to. If you are looking for someone who listens to your needs? Look no further, Redbeard is your man!
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