How to Write an Offer That Holds Up
Two offers at the same price are rarely equal. Here is what sellers actually scrutinize, which contingencies to tighten instead of waive,…
The Journal
New Construction, Land and Local Market Notes
What I learn working new construction, land and lot splits across Southeastern Wisconsin, plus guides to the communities I work in.
Buying
New Developments
From Cornfield to Lots for Sale: How a Project Gets Approved
A sign in a field means someone applied, not that lots exist. Here is the approval sequence, what plan commission approval really…
Subdivisions
What Subdivision Covenants Actually Control
Recorded covenants can override your build plan before you ever reach zoning. Here is what they restrict, how to get a copy,…
Local Guides
Ten Places to Eat in Oconomowoc Worth the Drive
A short list of Oconomowoc spots, from a downtown malt counter to a lakeside bar and grill, for anyone moving into the…
Land + Lots
Can You Split That Lot? How Lot Splits Work in Southeastern Wisconsin
Five acres does not automatically mean five lots. Here is what actually determines whether a parcel can be divided, and the order…
New Construction
What It Actually Costs to Build a Home in Southeastern Wisconsin
The lot price plus the builder's base price is not your project cost. Here is the full equation, and the category that…
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