The Madison Home Team - RE/MAX Preferred Real Estate

06/12/2026

Move-in ready on the East Side! 🏡 New windows, new doors, fresh updates throughout—this spacious 4-bed ranch is ready for your family NOW. Mature fruit trees, deck, and that coveted East Side location? Then check out 1930 Shelley Lane, Madison - I can't wait to show you your new home!

06/12/2026

Summer Guides for Buying or Selling a Home

Moving this Summer, and not sure where to start? The new Summer Guides for buying or selling a home have your answers. For your free digital copy, let’s connect.

06/12/2026

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year."

But before you decide, make sure you understand what you could be giving up too. Because moving this Summer does have its advantages.

For buyers, it could give you more options in your price point. Historically, there are over 30% more fresh listings in the Summer compared to the rest of the year.

For sellers, it can mean a better sales price. Data shows, on average homes sell for 4% more in the typical Summer month compared to usual month in the Fall or Winter (when demand typically falls off).

The point isn't to rush into anything. It's just to make sure you have the full picture before deciding whether waiting is really your best move.

DM me if you want to talk through your options. No pressure, just perspective based on years of experience.

06/12/2026

Real talk: Not every house is a winner, and I’ll be the first to tell you that. 🙅‍♂️

Sometimes I walk into a property with a client and we just have to say, "We can do better." My goal isn't just to get you to a closing table; it's to make sure you aren't buying a future headache. With my background in ag-engineering, I tend to see the structural cracks before the fresh coat of paint.

You deserve an advocate who isn't afraid to tell you to keep looking.

06/10/2026

Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers

If affordability has been your top concern, the recent dip in prices is an opening. Want to see what that looks like in our area? Let’s connect.

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there's a little good news.

06/10/2026

If affordability has been your top concern, the recent dip in prices is an opening. Want to see what that looks like in our area? Let’s connect.

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there's a little good news.

06/09/2026

Because even though you want rates to come down, experts say this latest inflation data could actually set the stage for rates to stay “higher for longer.”

So, what can you do about it? Should you just wait?

My advice is simple. Focus on what you can control.

Even in a market like this, there are things you can do to get the best mortgage rate possible. Because sometimes you need to move no matter what’s happening – and that’s okay.

You just need the right strategy.

Let's talk about what this means for your situation and your timing. Drop a comment below or send over a message.

Because you don’t have to figure it out alone. And there are still ways to move forward.

06/09/2026

There’s a specific sound to a Wisconsin summer—the lawnmowers, the lake breeze, and the occasional construction crew. 🚧

If you're dreaming of a quiet porch where the only thing you hear is the birds, let’s start scouting. June is the perfect time to "test drive" a neighborhood’s vibe at dusk. Does the sun hit the deck just right for a grill-out? Lisa and I love our evening porch time, and I want to help you find yours.

What’s your "must-have" outdoor feature? ☀️

06/08/2026

Could Moving a Bit Further Out Change Everything About Your Budget?

Affordability is a real challenge, but it's not an unsolvable one. The key is being open to places you might not have considered before. A local real estate agent can help you find them.

Ready to find out which areas have the best affordability right now? Reach out today.

Whether you're dreaming about buying your first home or wondering if it’s time to move on from the one you're in, affordability is probably weighing on your mind.