Yes, it was very good last week. When you are looking for homes for sale in Oconomowoc,Wisconsin, or you are looking for homes for sale in Waukesha,Wisconsin, or any homes for sale in Waukesha County, you can always search everything with my IDX MLS search button below. If you are looking on finding a Waukesha County Real Estate agent then please feel free to contact me at tom@tombraatz.com or 262-377-1459. 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. If you have a look at the MLS search below and find what you are looking for, and still have a home to sell, the first step would be to get an idea of what type of funds you may have after the sale of your existing home. It's a busy time whether you ... 10/15/2009

There is an old saying that "action speaks louder than words" It dawned on me after I met with a new buyer yesterday that he was happy that I wanted to teach him and show him lots of things he needed to know when you are buying investment property in Waukesha County or are acquiring rental properties for sale in Waukesha County. I have always been of the nature that I want their journey to be a pleasant one and I want them to keep coming back and letting me help them with their portfolio. I just wanted to reiterate that when you work with me I will show you how to calculate your basis, how to complete a CFAT ( cash flow after taxes) and APOD ( annual property operating data sheet ) I will make sure your accountant and attorney see everything we are working on including making sure your ... 10/14/2009

    Wishing you a productive day, and see you at closing! Tom Braatz        Looking at finding a Waukesha County real estate agent? Like to know what your Waukesha County Real Estate  , or what your homes for sale in Waukesha County are worth on-line? Get it on-line:  Market Analysis Want to find that right home?  Dream Home Finder www.waukeshacountylife.com      www.twitter.com/tombraatz  www.facebook.com/tombraatz            www.linkedin.com/in/tombraatz     Find the home you want at  www.buyingvip.com or www.myhomevaluesource.com     Subscribe in a reader  10/11/2009

It's a week into October and the meter is ticking for the first time buyer tax credit. Sometimes you just have to believe in a good thing. This is one of those times. The first time buyer tax credit is for real, and it will only last for so long. Realistically, a buyer will want to have an offer on a property in Waukesha County sometime this October so they can close by November 30th, 2009. Have questions about the credit? Want to start, but need to know the steps or the procedure? Call me and I will be glad to talk with you. You can always email me at tom@tombraatz.com and request a buyer package that will certainly be of help. I have lots of great lenders I work with, and they would be more than happy to pre qualify you for the loan amount you could obtain. By all means feel free to c... 10/08/2009

Yes, it was very good last week. When you are looking for homes for sale in Oconomowoc,Wisconsin, or you are looking for homes for sale in Waukesha,Wisconsin, or any homes for sale in Waukesha County, you can always search everything with my IDX MLS search button below. If you are looking on finding a Waukesha County Real Estate agent then please feel free to contact me at tom@tombraatz.com or 262-377-1459. 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. If you have a look at the MLS search below and find what you are looking for, and still have a home to sell, the first step would be to get an idea of what type of funds you may have after the sale of your existing home. It's a busy time whether you ... 10/07/2009

 It's that time of year again in the Waukesha County real estate market. It's time for road side stands of sweet corn, it's time for kids and adults to go out to the farms and pick their favorite pumpkin. It's time for apple orchards and apple cider, and it's time for all that makes Waukesha County so beautiful in fall. There is a certain peace of bundled corn stalks, and colored corn and gourds. A sight that is sure to take your breath away every time is the sun casting it's rays over all the wonderful Waukesha County farms and countryside. This agent will never get tired at looking at the peaceful cows and animals laying down in the field and enjoying the day for everything it's worth. It's also time to get that on-line market and complete idea of what your home is worth if you are in... 10/06/2009

I think flat tires are never anticipated and when they happen they can through a whole schedule off. Recently I had a tire blow out in my little five speed car and i needed some work done fast. Let me tell you there is certainly such a thing as perfect gentlemen and companies that make you feel great and these companies know what it means to deliver stellar customer service. I walked into Big Bear Tire in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin and Marty and Jon immediately took care of me, and it was a bargain. I think the reason Big Bear Tire has such a great reputation is because they have superb people like Marty and Jon making tires a lot easier, a lot more affordable, and customer care that is truly spectacular. When you need tires in Waukesha County or are in the market to be buying tires in Ocono... 10/05/2009

The minute you drive into the driveway of this very private estate situated on 1.6 acres on a  heavily wooded lot that has a water view you notice the peacefulness immediately. Large Hobby room,home office, or art studio which is about 30 by 30. Large sauna, Large family room, large Florida room, large bonus room could be extra living quarters or other. 2 plus attached garage, nice living room and kitchen; the list goes on. This is an amazing property and it is priced to sell at $249,900. It is not a short sale, and only a relocation makes it your benefit. Call Tom Braatz at 262-377-1459 today or email him at tom@tombraatz.com to see this private home located by Lake Waterville and Lower Nemahbin in the town of Summit. Minutes from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, Dousman, Wisconsin, Delafield, W... 10/04/2009

My son Spencer just loves to fish, and as a compromise I can bring paperwork to the park and let him cast his pole out until the cows come out. I ask him if he caught anything and he always comes back with a "I saw a 5 foot catfish and just missed it." I then reply with a "If he jumps up on the pier for a minute and starts saying Hello, Hello, I want you to ignore him." Oconomowoc and the Waukesha County real estate market has a lot of wonderful people in it. We live in times where people want to believe in something more than ever these days. In this park on Lac La Belle is a wishing fountain. I do find it a very pleasant place to sit and watch the world go by, but I also have noticed something that really catches my eye. In the two hours I am there I am amazed at the number of people ... 09/26/2009

One should never underestimate the power of the print. In Waukesha County and especially the Waukesha County Real Estate market we get our news and information from The Oconomowoc Enterprise. The Oconomowoc Enterprise has been a Waukesha County Newspaper since 1888. In Waukesha County and the entire Lake Country, especially the we get our news and information from the Oconomowoc Enterprise. The Oconomowoc Enterprise has been an outstanding member in all the business and Civic activities. Their core of community involvement and participation with the public lends for a general contribution board in both ways. This works out great from the start of reporting history of Oconomowoc to the everyday and current happenings. The Oconomowoc Enterprise has been there for all it's residents. Wheth... 09/24/2009

Tom Braatz | Re/Max | 262-377-1459 793 Byron Dr., Oconomowoc, WI Backs up to third hole-Olde Highlander Golf Course.Quality Built home-Whitnan Hills.Large Open Kitchen,Walls of Windows to back of home,Relax on the b 3BR/2.5BA Single Family House offered at $299,987 Year Built 1993 Sq Footage 2,380 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 4 Car garage Lot Size 1.46 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION FRom the moment you walk into this absolute masterpiece of a home to will notice attention to detail everywhere, Magnificent dual fireplace, dual entrance doors to home, and to basement.TV's on wall mounts in 1 Master Bath and 1 Master bedroom. Lots of room, lots of upgrades. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace - Walk-in... 09/22/2009

In a relatively short amount of time we have seen radically different ways of thinking, and major change in certain thought patterns in the Waukesha County real estate market. Radical changes in personal beliefs, the ways homes are bought and sold, and the organization skills used to start and end the home buying, as well as the home selling process. These paradigm shifts displayed instill a whole new set of norms of what buyers, sellers, and real estate agents alike may have been used to, or perceived to be the former way of Real Estate. For years there was a fast cycle of bull-bear markets that changed relatively quickly. When this cycle began to take a lot longer other variables made adjustments in a like timely fashion. The real estate market and the correction we see taking place i... 09/19/2009

I must confess that when I walk by my home and am carrying boxes out I noticed a little tree growing out of the gutter. It dawned on me that I missed that area last year. Or at least I tell myself that to sound good. Proper maintenance of a home can start with keeping your gutters clean and free of debris. This can prevent ice damming in very cold and snowing areas, allow proper drainage away from the house, and can prevent small trees from growing in your gutters. I did make a note to clean those when I get back. Sure hope it does not escape me in the next couple days. Either way; I have a link explaining how to do it properly. I do like the option of hiring someone myself. The Waukesha County Real Estate market is about to have lots of leaves falling and now is the time to start think... 09/17/2009

Often in real estate finding a Waukesha county real estate agent can be difficult. Whether it is a Waukesha County commercial real estate agent or a Waukesha County residential real estate agent there are many. No different in the electrical contracting business. When I need or am looking for  great Waukesha County electricians I know I do not have to look any further than Dave Faretta of Monterey Electric. Dave Faretta, Cody Faretta, and the rest of the team at Monterey electric do an amazing job on small, large, and very large projects. That's why they are the Business pick of the week by Tom Braatz. The work you do is amazing, on time, affordable, and all our clients are absolutely happy as can be with the high quality service you provide. For all your electrical needs in all of Ocon... 09/16/2009

 If you are a first time home buyer you need to really get going if you want to buy a home and take advantage of the first time home buyer tax credit. If you are a seasoned buyer the deals are there for you as well. 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. If you have a look at the MLS search below and find what you are looking for, and still have a home to sell, the first step would be to get an idea of what type of funds you may have after the sale of your existing home. 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. Driving through the City of Wau... 09/10/2009

South on Hwy 67 by Eagle, Wisconsin sits a magnificent place to visit, explore, and enjoy. It is called Old World Wisconsin. With a short drive you can step back into time and see how many immigrants made there way to Wisconsin, lived their life, and to see how life was lived in Wisconsin's historical times at Old World Wisconsin  Old World Wisconsin is a vivid re-creation of the working farmsteads and settlements established by European immigrants in America's heartland. You can walk down streets of yesterday and watch how life was. See farms with magnificent animals and primitive means of farming and the perseverance and work of a society with vision. See first hand the food preparations, kitchens, the one room school sessions, wonderful gardens and more. This is a great time for an i... 09/08/2009

This weekend is Labor Day weekend. It's baseball games, football games, back yard barbecues, family gatherings and the essence of celebrating the people of the United States that work and labor everyday. It is a weekend of rest for many, and Labor Day weekend has been celebrated for many years. Per  Wikipedia, Labor Day is defined as a United States federal holiday observed on the first Monday in September. The holiday originated in Canada out of labor disputes ("Nine-Hour Movement") first in Hamilton, then in Toronto, Canada in the 1870s. In 1882, American labor leader Peter J. McGuire witnessed one of these labor festivals in Toronto. Inspired from Canadian events in Toronto, he returned the USA, to New York and organized the first American "labor day" on September 5 of the same year.... 09/04/2009

You say it is like living on vacation all year round when you are living on the lake in one of the homes located on one of the Waukesha County lakes in Lake Country in Waukesha County Yes, and even more so. They are wonderful, enjoyable, and living in one of the Waukesha County Lake homes is like being on vacation all year round.   The following is the activity that took place in the last 60 days per MLS data and is for Waukesha County. Currently there are 1407 active listings for There were 25 Sold Waukesha County real estate Waterfront properties There were 5 pending Waukesha County real estate properties located on Water There were 0 expired Waukesha County Lake properties There were 0 withdrawn Waukesha County real estate Lake properties It's a beautiful day in Waukesha County and I... 08/30/2009

In this installment of  Tom Braatz, How do I find the right real estate agent in Waukesha County? Series (#5-6) we will talk about the need to find a Waukesha County Real Estate agent that is very well connected; a support system and company, an active Internet presence, and the use of technology in in their business. I would be pretty fair and correct in saying that you could get any Waukesha County real estate agent to tell you they can get the job done, but there are many factors that can help you make a better and more informed decision about selecting the agent that can get the property listed, find you the right property, and get you to a successful closing with everything all addressed and followed in a correct manner. I have plenty of friends that own their own company and they ... 08/23/2009

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