Germantown, WI

We got some good news this week, when it comes to the housing market!

The number of homes that went PENDING has seen an increase! That means the market is starting to move... That means offers are coming in and being accepted, in some cases, it means multiple offers! We haven't seen that in quite awhile.

What is causing that? Several reasons can be found:

*$8,000 tax credit being issued to "first time home buyers". If you have not owned a principal residence in the last 3 years, you would qualify! The deadline to qualify for that giant tax credit is November 30th,2009 Buyers are starting to get serious about BUYING not just looking at homes so the don't miss out on this paycheck!

* Low Interest rates...Or should I say rising interest rates. Just a few short months ago, it was possible to find interest rates below 5%. Now that is almost impossible to touch....With rates in the 5-6% range, buyers are getting serious and writing offers, for fear rates continue to rise even higher.

* Great Inventory. There is a lot for buyers to choose, so it is not hard to find a good home!

* Great Prices. Sellers have been worn down in this market, and smart sellers have realistically priced their homes accordingly.

Whether you are looking for your first home, or considering selling your current home, Call Pat Tasker to get you started in the right direction! While many agents are struggling to be successful in this challenging market, Pat Tasker is having a record year. Put Pat's 20 years of real estate experience to work for you!

PAT TASKER CAN BE CONTACTED AT 262-437-5853

Pat Tasker is your Milwaukee area Real Estate specialist. Her knowledge of the Milwaukee area and surrounding communities allows her to thoroughly assist you in meeting all of your real estate needs and goals.

Contact Pat if you are considering buying or selling a home or would just like to have additional information about real estate in your area. Visit Pat's website- please consider it as your online source for local real estate information, and return often for the latest property listing updates

ANNUAL TREE TOPS RUMMAGE SALE

FRIDAY JUNE 5TH 8AM-4PM

SATURDAY JUNE 6TH 8AM -2PM

Subdivision event with many families participating! Come check out the items for sale!

COUNTY LINE ROAD (HWY Q) EAST OF PILGRIM ROAD

MAPS OF PARTICIPATING HOMES LOCATED AT ENTRANCES ON HWY Q

CALL WITH QUESTIONS:

PAT TASKER 414-588-4907

The spring market is heating up, and Germantown is no different! I have recently sold 4 Germantown properties.

The buyers are a good representation of the current market. Two were first time buyers who will benefit from the tax credit currently being offered. One young couple bought a very nice ranch on Hawthorne, just off division. They will be getting married soon, and hope to raise a family there!

Another single gal who grew up in Germantown bought a condo that was a foreclosure on Windsor Court. She has some minor decorating and cleaning to do, but got a great unit to start building her personal wealth.

The condo/single family home I sold on Preserve Parkway has new owners who transferred from Idaho. The convenience of a condo regarding lawn work and exterior maintenance is complimented by the privacy offered in this free standing home.

Neighbors on Sun Valley are sad to see my sellers leave this great home for a relocation to Madison. Neighbor kids were in tears this week saying their good byes...but with texting, you know they will be able to stay in touch!

As one of the busiest (and most productive) agents selling Germantown, anyone thinking of buying or selling should call Pat Tasker. As a resident, I can provide all the information needed, from market values, to the best places to shop, even where to go to church! ITS NOT JUST MY NEIGHBORHOOD, ITS MY BUSINESS!!!

PAT TASKER CAN BE CONTACTED AT 262-437-5853

Pat Tasker is your Milwaukee area Real Estate specialist. Her knowledge of the Milwaukee area and surrounding communities allows her to thoroughly assist you in meeting all of your real estate needs and goals.

Contact Pat if you are considering buying or selling a home or would just like to have additional information about real estate in your area. Visit Pat's website - please consider it as your online source for local real estate information, and return often for the latest property listing updates

Even if you happen to be out of town for the long weekend, you can catch some cool Memorial Day Remembrances at Wood National Cemetery next weekend! A favorite of mine, the celebration starts with a Memorial service. There will be participants wearing the uniform of from all conflicts, starting with the Spanish American War, all the way through today's conflict in Iraq, and everything in between, including Revolutionary War, Civil War, WWI, WWII, Korean Conflict, Viet Nam and Desert Storm.

The is called "Reclaiming Our Heritage Weekend" http://www.rohmilwaukee.org/ and is the 8th annual event held the weekend after Memorial Day. This year a special feature will be showcasing medical personnel over the years. This event is held on the grounds of the National Soldiers Home adjacent to the Zablocki Medical Center and Wood Veterans Cemetery. The Soldiers Home is one of only 3 in the nation that were established by our 16th President, Abraham Lincoln

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It is interesting to see the uniforms, and how they changed over the decades, and for that matter centuries. It is also interesting to see the volunteers that take up these uniforms and portray the soldiers of days gone by. It was always a great experience for my kids, to see what soldiers looked like over the years and to remember those who fight for our freedom! this year there is a Civil War School Day, Patriotic Parade, and medical demonstrations, along with other fun family activities.

Why not check it out, maybe I will see you there.

Looking for a Realtor in the Milwaukee Metro Area? Call Pat Tasker at 414-588-4907

www.PatTasker.com

Pat Tasker is your Milwaukee area Real Estate specialist. Her knowledge of the Milwaukee area and surrounding communities allows her to thoroughly assist you in meeting all of your real estate needs and goals.

Contact Pat if you are considering buying or selling a home or would just like to have additional information about real estate in your area. Visit Pat'swebsite - please consider it as your online source for local real estate information, and return often for the latest property listing updates

Today,almost 400 Wisconsin Realtors marched to Madison to meet with their Legislators. They voiced their opinions and concerns on a wide range of issues that affect the American Dream. Those topics included a proposed 50% hike in our capital gains tax (from 40% to 60%), property taxes impact on housing affordability, and a proposal giving assessors the ability to enter onto private property with no notice required, no limits on when, how long or the frequency of their visit!

So while most days, Realtors spend their day Selling the American Dream, today many Wisconsin REaltors worked on Protecting the American Dream.

The day concluded with an address from Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle, and his views on the state economy and ways to bring it back. Of course he agreed that housing was a key to this revival. He signed a consumer protection bill relating to real estate to conclude the day.

If you live in Wisconsin, plan on attending next year. Our association Governmental Affairs Directors do a great job preparing for this day. Our WRA experts start our day with a briefing on the issues and key points to stress to our Legislators! It is a chance to see our government in action first hand. Join us next year and help protect the American Dream.

© PAT TASKER, 2008. Photograph was taken by PAT TASKER and may not be used or reproduced without written permission of PAT TASKER, Shorewest Realtors celebrating my 20th year in real estate in 2009. I will usually grant permission with proper credit and a link back, ask for permission and you shall receive!

Looking for a REaltor in the Milwaukee Metro Area? Call Pat Tasker at 414-588-4907

Pat Tasker is your Milwaukee area Real Estate specialist. Her knowledge of the Milwaukee area and surrounding communities allows her to thoroughly assist you in meeting all of your real estate needs and goals.

Contact Pat if you are considering buying or selling a home or would just like to have additional information about real estate in your area. Visit Pat's website - please consider it as your online source for local real estate information, and return often for the latest property listing updates