How will santa get in? From Scott Larson of Towne Square Realty in Monroe, Wisconsin “Your Realtor of the Region” E- Mail scott@greencountyhomeguide.com On the web at greencountyhomeguide.com I think you will be surprised how affordable the Dairyland is, so come to my land of cows and plows and visit for a day, but stay for a lifetime 608-2124-9844 Direct
If you have finished digging out from yesterday's blizzard and can think ahead again, here is a look at what is happening in our area in the upcoming week: ~ On Friday evening, the Monroe Arts Center plays host to the Community Sing Along starting at 7 pm. Patrick Beckman will play the piano, and the audience will be directed by the Allen Redford, Director of Choral Music at Highland College. Songs will include traditional holiday fare such as Deck the Halls, Jingle Bells, White Christmas, Silent Night, and Joy to the World. Prior to the singing, there will be a reception from 6 until 7 to close the annual holiday Silent Auction. It will be your last chance to bid on great items in this annual fund-raising event. ~ Trolley Rides will leave from Monroe's Downtown Square this Friday eveni...
What is PMI? With many personal budgets stretched to the limit and less money in savings, it is more difficult for first time home buyers to accumulate a traditional 20% down payment. Move-up buyers struggle to find down payment funds, too, especially if they haven't been in their current home long enough to see a significant increase in equity. Private Mortgage Insurance One home buying aid that nearly everyone can use is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. This special insurance protects the lender if you default on your home loan. It makes it possible for you to purchase a home with as little as 3-5 % down. Here's How PMI Works You have a 5% down payment. The lender wants to finance 80% or less of the home's value, since studies show that buyers who put less down are more likely to...
Another months has come to an end, so it is time for the Market Report. First, the number of single family homes that sold in Green County in November of 2009: 19 homes sold in November of 2009, The homes were on the market for an average of 88 days, The average sale price was $111,000, The median sale price was $133,047, The highest priced property sold was $265,000, The lowest priced property sold was $59,000. Things have not changed very much when compared to November of 2008: 21 homes sold in November of 2008, The homes were on the market for an average of 76 days, The average sale price was $136,242, The median sale price was $121,000, The highest priced property sold was $450,000, The lowest priced property sold was $55,000. It is nice to see the average days on market dropping do...
So, what is happening in the region this weekend? ~ The Monroe Clinic Volunteers have their annual Christmas Festival on Friday in Founder's Hall. On December 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., stop in for a bake sale, lunch stand, Clare’s Closet gift shop items, a silent auction as well as coffee and sweets. All proceeds benefit the scholarship fund. ~ If you are in Shopko this Friday or Saturday, stop by to listen to music provided by students of the Green County Piano Teachers Association. 155 students and 8 teachers are participating in a Piano Play-A-Thon. ~ Did you register for Kookaburra's annual Cookie Contest? If not, there is still time. If you are not a baker, stop in to taste the cookies and fudge entrants between 10am-3pm, and be sure to check out the fun new inventory of culinary go...
What is “Real Estate Transfer Tax?” Real estate transfer taxes (sometimes called deed recordation taxes) are imposed on the sale or transfer of real property located in the state. The tax is usually based on or measured by the consideration paid for or the fair market value of the real estate. The tax is commonly collected by the local official responsible for recording deeds to real estate, and it must be paid prior to the deed to the property being recorded. This fee is paid by the seller. The Wisconsin rates are $.30 per $100 of value, Example a $100,000 Home would cost the seller $300. at closing From Scott Larson of Towne Square Realty in Monroe, Wisconsin “Your Realtor of the Region” E- Mail scott@greencountyhomeguide.com On the web at greencountyhomeguide.com I think you...
Happy Thanksgiving! Are you looking for something to do after the traditional dinner is finished? ~ Come to Downtown Monroe on Friday evening for the annual Lighted Holiday Parade. The parade kicks off from the middle school starting at 6 pm. This year's theme is "Frosty and Friends". Many of the entrants will be creative in their use of lighting, and generators are donated for use by PDC. ~ New Glarus lights the Community Holiday Tree this Friday evening at 6:30. Come downtown for all the festivities and join your neighbors to see the magic of the lights. ~ Turner Hall is the setting for the local Christkindlmarkt. This old world holiday shopping event has its roots in the markets dating back to 1432 in Germany. Stop by the Grand Hall between 9 am and 4 pm either Friday or Saturday. Th...
Have you heard of Monroe Money or Monticello Money? Both of these area communities have special programs where area residents can purchase certificates to be spent at any one of a number of local businesses. Monroe Money may be purchased at the Monroe Chamber of Commerce and can be spent at any Chamber of Commerce member business. Monticello has Monticello Money, and the certificates can be spent at any of the Monticello Business and Professional Association members. Monticello Money may be purchased at the Bank of Monticello's Main Street location or at the Village Hall. Monticello Money or Monroe Money also make great gifts in and of themselves. Both can spend these at any member businesses. With lists of members that include hair salon, grocery stores, bowling alleys, repair centers,...
Scott Larson | ReMax Towne Square Realty | 608-329-2177 1605 25th ave, Monroe, WI 3BR/1.5BA Single Family House offered at $109,900 Year Built 1954 Sq Footage 1,362 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 1 partial Floors 1 Parking Unspecified Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Here a hard to find value priced 3BR 2BA ranch on a nice corner lot in Monroe. Enjoy sitting in front of the fireplace on those chilly winter nights or out on the patio with guests and friends for those summer barbeques. This home will give you piece of mind with the updated furnace, AC and water heater. Priced to sell so hurry to make this house your home. ***Seller offering a $1000 Remodeling Credit to Buyer at successful closing.*** see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Centr...
(All the details on the expanded and extended homeowner's tax credit as explained by the CEO of Coldwell Banker, Jim Gillespie) President Obama has signed the extension of the First Time Home Buyer's Tax Credit. This is exciting news because this bill also expanded the parameters of the Tax Credit, allowing for larger income maximums of the people receiving the credit. Move Up Buyers are also considered in this tax credit. People who have lived in and owned their primary residence for at least 5 years are now eligible for a Move Up Credit of $6500.
In difficult times it is sometimes hard to see things to be thankful for, here is a small blessing to add to your thankful list this Thanksgiving American Farm Bureau Federation WASHINGTON — Menu items for a classic Thanksgiving dinner including turkey, stuffing, cranberries, pumpkin pie and all the basic trimmings dropped 4 percent in price this year, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF). AFBF’s 24th annual informal price survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for 10 is $42.91, a $1.70 price decrease from last year’s average of $44.61. “As we gather this Thanksgiving for food and fellowship, it’s fitting to take a moment to recognize and give thanks, not only for the abundant food we enjoy...
Help out four local non-profit groups while having a good meal and entertaining evening. Sounds like a win-win situation, doesn't it? The annual Festival of Trees is coming up quickly. This event is scheduled for December 5 this year. The silent and live auctions are always great fun, and all proceeds will benefit either Monroe Theatre Guild Stage Right Youth Theatre, Green County Humane Society, Green Haven Family Advocates or Green County Habitat for Humanity. Entertainment this year will be provided by the Monroe Theatre Guild Stage Right Youth Choir. Forty members of the youth choir will perform a variety of songs at 7:30 with the live auction following their performance. The evening takes place at Peppercorn Banquets and Catering starting at 6 for cocktails and 7 for dinner. Ticket...
We have found that though most people have heard of a short sale, there is confusion over exactly what it is. If a homeowner is in a position of needing to sell a house, but the current value of the home is less than the mortgage, that owner is in the position of needing to sell short. Sometimes sellers will bring money to the closing table from savings to cover the shortage. Sometimes sellers will be able take out a personal loan to cover the shortage. Other times, the seller will ask the bank to write off the extra amount, take a loss. It is this third instance that the media keeps talking about. There is no such thing as a typical short sale, but all short sales have one thing in common: they take extra time. There are things that sellers can do, however, to shorten the amount of tim...
Here is the NEW Justice Center for Green county located in Monroe COURT RELATED OFFICES HAVE MOVED All Court related departments have moved to the Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe. All telephone numbers and email addresses are the same and can be found on the Department pages of our website. Departments that are located at the Justice Center include: Circuit Court, Branches 1 & 2 Clerk of Circuit Court Child Support Corporation Counsel District Attorney Family Court Commissioner Register in Probate Sheriff's Detective Bureau University Wisconsin Extension Other offices at the Justice Center include the State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections - Probation and Parole Office, and the State of Wisconsin Public Defender's Office. From Scott Larson of Towne Square Realty...
Combining the soybeans This guy holds a lot of beaners This is one of the draws to live in Southeran Wisconsin is the Seasons.Call me to find that special place you will call home. From Scott Larson of Towne Square Realty in Monroe, Wisconsin “Your Realtor of the Region” E- Mail scott@greencountyhomeguide.com On the web at greencountyhomeguide.com I think you will be surprised how affordable the Dairyland is, so come to my land of cows and plows and visit for a day, but stay for a lifetime 608-2124-9844 Direct
On Wednesday we remember our brave serviceman, "Veterans Day" I would like to extend a personal Thank You to all the men and women who serve and have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your service, dedication, and sacrifice are greatly appreciated, for we know that freedom isn't free. Also I extend a special note of sympathy to the families of Fort Hood. May God uphold you and comfort you in your time of grief. From Scott Larson of Towne Square Realty in Monroe, Wisconsin “Your Realtor of the Region” E- Mail scott@greencountyhomeguide.com On the web at greencountyhomeguide.com I think you will be surprised how affordable the Dairyland is, so come to my land of cows and plows and visit for a day, but stay for a lifetime 608-2124-9844 Direct
Frequent readers know that we are strong supporter of locally owned, independent businesses. We are joining their ranks.Towne Square Realty has always been locally owned, but we've been part of the Re/Max family for a while now. Our company decided to return to our roots and go independent again as of this month. This move gives our company more flexibility to serve our clients to the best of our abilities. We still advertise our properties in all of the same venues and all of the same website (including the Re/Max site and all of the other major franchise sites thanks to the wonders of internet data exchange).Go local, go independent!
Still great service just the name has changed Towne Square Realty is locally owned, but the past few years we have been part of the Re/Max franchise. The owners of our company have decided to return to a independent agency.This change gives Towne Square Realty more flexibility to serve our clients in this ever changing market. It gives us the capability to make decisions that will improve our service to the needs of customers living in South Central Wisconsin. We will still advertise our properties in all of the same venues including the Re/Max site plus new venues that again address the specific needs of property owners in our region Put the POWER of Independent to work for you!!! From Scott Larson of Towne Square Realty in Monroe, Wisconsin “Your Realtor of the Region” E- Mail sc...
