The Raffaele Team-Realtors-RE/MAX Lakeside

09/07/2026

09/05/2026

Whether you're looking to make your kitchen feel warmer or more open, picking out a freestanding furnishing for the space can help.

These designer kitchens prove that freestanding furniture can make a kitchen feel more flexible, functional, and individual than wall-to-wall cabinetry.

09/03/2026

Thinking about moving? I'd love to help you -- or anyone you know who needs real estate expertise.

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09/02/2026

These creative options can help you carve out private spots within your home's backyard.

Backyards are a wonderful space to bring together family and friends—if it feels private enough. Here are a few ways to add privacy to your garden and outdoor entertaining areas via pergolas, hedges, trees, and more.

08/31/2026

The Raffaele Team has a New Listing in Pewaukee! Contact us for a private showing

08/30/2026

Want to improve your credit score before starting your homebuying journey? This guide offers tips that could allow you to keep your score from falling.

CNBC Select gets credit advice from a mortgage expert on what first-time future homeowners need to know to prepare before applying.

08/27/2026

Your credit score can impact your ability to get a mortgage, as well as your interest rate and terms. Here's how you can prepare for the home financing process.

They play an important role in your home purchase.

08/25/2026

A number of factors are causing price increases for HVAC system repairs and replacements.

New HVAC system costs are rising in 2026 as refrigerant rules, tariffs and labor shortages push prices higher. Here's what a replacement costs and why.

08/23/2026

If you're having a hard time choosing the best paint color for any room in your home, maybe these tips can help.

When you're looking to repaint a room, finding a perfect color that goes with your furniture, tile, or flooring can be a challenge. Learn how experts choose the perfect paint colors to go with everything you already have in your space.