Northwestern Wisconsin is beautiful year-around, but the fall season brings out a blaze of color that transforms our rural landscapes. For many Wisconsin residents, autumn is a favorite time of year, when the soft war...
Northwestern Wisconsin home buyers should consider roof condition during a home search. A new roof in Wisconsin can cost anywhere from $8,000 to $20,000, depending on the home’s size and design. Noticing potential roo...
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John Flor
Good news for Northwestern Wisconsin home buyers: the selection of real estate for sale in Barron and Rusk counties is the best it has been in years! As of early August 2025, Barron County had about 400 properties for...
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John Flor
For the past year, mortgage interest rates for 30-year loans have averaged around 7%. The cost of financing a home purchase has been a challenge for some Northwestern Wisconsin home buyers. Fortunately, there are ways...
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John Flor
These days, a good credit score affects more than the cost to borrow money. It can also affect your employment prospects, apartment choices and how much you’ll pay for insurance. Simply put, the higher your credit sco...
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John Flor
Searching for affordable lake area real estate? Consider the Chetek Chain of Lakes in Northwestern Wisconsin! Owning lake property in the Chetek area provides access to thousands of acres for year-around outdoor recre...
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John Flor
Improved real estate inventory encouraged Northwestern Wisconsin home buyers to snap up properties during May 2025. Barron County saw 102 homes sold during the month, which is the highest transaction volume for any Ma...
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John Flor
Nationally, about 14% of all home purchases were canceled during April 2025, according to a Redfin report. A canceled purchase can happen when a home buyer’s financing is denied, or the home inspection reveals a signi...
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John Flor
There’s plenty of summer fun waiting for you in Northwestern Wisconsin! Here’s a list of popular activities and events the whole family can enjoy. May 24, and Saturdays through Sept 20: Chetek Farmers Market. Locally ...
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John Flor
Northwestern Wisconsin home prices are showing very localized trends this spring, according to the latest data from Wisconsin REALTORS©. Statewide, the median home sale price was $310,000 during March 2025, a gain of ...
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John Flor