Kristy O'Keefe>> Kenosha & Racine Real Estate Specialist

Finding a renter for your home or investment property can easily become a full time job. It wasn't until this past weekend that I fully realized the stress on a homeowner trying to find a renter on their own. I spoke with a couple who have been trying to rent out their home for months, and to sum up how they were feeling in one word...frustrated. They both have full time jobs, and the stress of finding a qualified tenant was starting to take its toll.

As a full time licensed Realtor I have all the tools to help you find a qualified tenant for your rental property. I have worked with several landlords to help them rent out their homes, and so far every time I have found a qualified tenant within one month of marketing the home for rent.

It is my goal to find you a renter in the least amount of time, with the least amount of inconvenience to you. I will handle marketing your rental, take all calls or emails that come in from perspective tenants, show the property, take applications, check credit, and draft the lease agreement.

If you are a homeowner or investor in Racine or Kenosha Counties, please call or email me for more information, I look forward to working with you!

Now is a great time to buy!

There are so many great reasons to buy a home in today's market. In Kenosha and Racine, there are a multitude of foreclosed homes on the market, which are being listed well below the assessed value of the home, in some cases they are listed for over $100,000 below the assessed value! Houses are coming on the market for less then the cost of a new car! Not only can buyers get a great deal on foreclosed home, most traditional sellers are motivated, and willing to make repairs or help buyers with their closing cost. Plus, first time home buyers are able to take advantage of the tax credit up to $8,000 just for purchasing a home by November 30, 2009. There has never been a time where you can get money in your pocket, just for buying a home!

If you are an investor, or a first time home buyer, please don't hesitate to call or email me. I can provide you a list of homes that match what you are looking for. If you are looking for a foreclosed home in Kenosha and Racine, I can provide you a list specifically of these types of homes.

Don't miss your chance to take advantage of today's real estate market!

Looking for something to fun to do with the whole family? Stop out at the Kenosha County Fair (August 13th-17th).

There is really something for everyone. I honestly can't remember a year that I didn't stop by the Kenosha County Fair, and I am looking forward to taking my two year old this year. She will love seeing all the 4-H buildings with the animals, and riding the carousel. I am looking forward to the fair food, the commercial building (who doesn't like free samples), and the demo derby.

There are concerts each night at the fair at the Miller Lite Creek Side Stage. Come and enjoy the music of Chasin Mason, The Toys Band, Infinity, Billy Childers Band, and 3D Acoustic Rock.

Click here to visit the official web site for the Kenosha Co Fair where you will find ticket information, directions, and the events schedule.

Hope you and your family are able to make it out to the fair this year!