The Real Estate Cash Buyer

United Country Midwest Lifestyle Properties likes to keep its clients informed of real estate buying and selling processes. Whether you are buying or selling with a Traditional Listing or Auction Event, understanding what impacts the selling price of a property and the kind of buyer a property attracts. The real estate buyer weare referring to today […]

Counteroffer Etiquette: Seller

United Country Midwest Lifestyle Properties real estate agents are an award-winning real estate group with unmatched experience and professionalism. We are dedicated to commanding the best price for your property. Today we share with you some counteroffer etiquette. Frequently buyers counteroffer. This can ruffle some feathers for both the seller and the buyer. United Country Midwest […]

Your Buyer Just Backed Out!

It is almost closing day! You glance at your phone to see you missed a call from your real estate agent. You call your agent back and find out some bad news. He informs you the buyer for your property just backed out. Now what? United Country Midwest Lifestyle Properties real estate agents take pride in every aspect […]

Tips and Insights for Buying Rural Real Estate

Are you looking to purchase a piece of rural paradise? United Country Midwest Lifestyle Properties have compiled some tips and insight for you. Buying rural real estate can be an exciting journey, but it comes with unique considerations. Here are some tips and insights to help you navigate the process and make informed decisions. Define […]

FHA LOAN 101

Here you are, looking for your first house. Hopefully, you’ve already established good credit, have some cash set aside, and have secured approval from your lending institution. With that approval will come spending range you’re approved for and with today’s current low-interest rates your buying power has increased! However, not everyone is able to save […]

ON THE BUBBLE: THE SUMMER 2022 MARKET

The real estate market has been on quite a ride! If you had your home on the market in late 2019 through early spring 2022, and you sold your property, you reaped the market advantage. Right now, the real estate market is riding on the bubble as the Fed slowly began increasing interest rates in […]

KEEPING CALM IN THE REAL ESTATE MARKET: BUYERS AND SELLERS

Most Americans would not have dreamed of the chaos that COVID-19 and other situations developing around the globe would cause. As your UC MLP Realtors, it is our job to educate you about the current real estate market. We are not off on some distant planet controlling things, leaving you alone and wondering, “What is […]

Stock Pond 101: Fish Stock

Adding fish to your stock pond takes a considerable amount of planning. You’ve already invested in the creation, construction and set-up, now comes the fun part of adding your fish stock. Knowing what type of sport fish you want to stock your pond with is a great place to start. You can do your own … Continue reading Stock Pond 101: Fish Stock

Part 1 - Programs to Consider for Your Private Woodland.

As landowners ourselves, we at Midwest Lifestyle Properties seek to keep our hunting properties in peak condition. Knowing what to do, and how to do it, is half the battle. We’d like to share with you a few programs from the Wisconsin DNR that promote your wooded land through conservation and forestry. Here are a … Continue reading Part 1 – Programs to Consider for Your Private Woodland.

ACEP: Agricultural Conservation Easement Programs

i The Agricultural Conservation Easement Program was established through the Agriculture ACT legislation in 2014. Since its inception, the ACEP repeals programs like FRPP, GRP, and WRP. However, the repeal does not affect the validity or terms of any FRPP, GRP, or WRP contract, agreement, or easement entered into prior to the date of enactment on February 7, 2014. […]

Top Bathroom Remodel Ideas

Kitchens and the master bath are your home’s best selling points.  It can make or break a real estate sale. As your real estate agent, I make it my mission to give you excellent market advice making your home stand out among the competition. Let’s go through some great bathroom remodel ideas. Functional Cabinetry Whether … Continue reading Top Bathroom Remodel Ideas

BUYING A HOUSE IN A FLOOD ZONE: PART TWO

In the last article “Buying a House in a Flood Zone: Part One” we talked about natural and manmade floods that can occur which are unpredictable in their nature. I talked briefly about home insurance and what generally is covered under water damage done to and in your home. FEMA gave us websites to look up a property and … Continue reading BUYING A HOUSE IN A FLOOD ZONE: PART TWO

BUYING A HOUSE IN A FLOOD ZONE: PART ONE

Buying a house in a flood zone may sound really crazy. But, as long as you remain informed and prepared, there are some great properties to explore! A variety of incidences qualify as a “flood”, as well as areas labeled as a “flood zone”. In the rest of this article, we will explore: What are … Continue reading BUYING A HOUSE IN A FLOOD ZONE: PART ONE

TIPS FOR BUYING LAND: PART ONE

You’ve decided you’d like to buy some land. Land is a great investment and a wonderful alternative to buying stocks or bonds. We here at UC Midwest Lifestyle Properties want to give you some money and time-saving tips for buying land. Land flipping is fast becoming a great investment tool. Here is a checklist of […]

INTEREST RATES AND YOUR BUYING POWER

With today’s current low-interest rates, your buying power has in some cases doubled or tripled. This means what was once out of your reach is now within reach. An exciting time for consumer, lender, and realtor. Let’s take a look at a few rates of the bigger banks around the country. as of 6-6-21 Bank […]

WHAT TO DO AROUND MY NEW COUNTRY HOME: A GARDEN

Country home property sales have gone through the roof. Folks tired of what’s been going on in the cities are flocking to the country. If you’ve never lived in the country before, here are a few suggestions for what to do on your property. GARDENING Image by Sven Hilker from Pixabay Gardening is an excellent family recreation. There […]

SHOUSE: SHOP, HOUSE

New to the real estate world is the “shouse”. A shouse is a cross between a house and a shop. These tend to be a smaller house plan with a large shop. Shouses are popping up over the countryside and making an interesting market- with some challenges as well. Right now the shouse market is […]

PROBLEM HOMES: TO BUY OR NOT TO BUY?

UC Midwest Lifestyle Properties real estate agents work with a diverse clientele. From hunters to property investors, we desire to give you the best buying experience in the real estate profession. This is why we have received numerous awards for our sales and dedication to clients. Whatever your reason for buying, buying a “problem home” […]