Doesn't Everyone Invite their Realtor to Family Events? It's finally THE DAY. You are getting married. You've planned the details of this day for months, and you are so excited to share it with those who are closest to you — your childhood friends, co-workers, family, and more! And yes, even your real estate agent.  That is precisely how it happened for Kenosha's Sergio and Megan Martini. Cove Realty's Mike Zacker, referred to the Martini's years prior, had been instrumental in helping the couple find their dream home. His industry experience, extensive knowledge of the Kenosha area, and [...]

Buying and Selling Homes with Cove Buying or selling your home is stressful, especially in today's fast-paced real estate market. Although it is a seller's dream with listings selling for top dollar, buying your next home will entail many potential negotiation headaches and additional costs. In addition, it is crucial to keep in mind that sellers aren't as apt to fix things that could become your responsibility, and this is all before considering a commission.Every seller and buyer wants to save money, and we make this happen at Cove Realty. In this article, we'll share why to buy or sell homes through [...]

Cove Encourages All To Support the Cameron Nahf Memorial Outing Giving back to the community we love is just one of the key pillars that make up the foundation that is Cove Realty. Our dedication to Kenosha County is unwavering, both as a company and as a team. That commitment has helped Cove grow into one of Kenosha’s best real estate companies that helps hundreds of Kenoshans buy and sell homes annually. “It is a point of pride for our team to give back to our community and sponsor events with like-minded goals and values of Cove Realty. The Cameron Nahf [...]

We need listings! Contact Cove Realty to list your home today. Benefits of a Low Commission Rate Right now, the average real estate commission in the state of Wisconsin is about 6%. This is higher than the United State's national average, and believe it or not; there is no reason to pay a 6% commission rate to sell or buy your home.  Low commission real estate agents want to help you with your realty needs at a much lower cost than traditional realtors. These discount real estate brokers, like Cove Realty, are crucial to buying or selling [...]

5 Benefits to Listing Your Home Right Now The prices of homes in the US reached their highest level in almost 14 years in August 2020. During the economic uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic, the housing market continuously outperformed the overall economy. For many people, it might be challenging to decide whether this is the best time to sell a home or not. While choosing to sell your house is a personal decision only you and your family can make, the real estate trends of 2021 point to the season also being very favorable to sellers. When you [...]

Sell Your Home with the Best Whether you have a home near Downtown Kenosha or farther north near UW-Parkside, now is a perfect to sell. Although you might be tempted to list your home yourself, seller beware because studies show homes sold without realtors often sell for tens of thousands less. In the long run, your goal should be to find Kenosha's best realtors who offer the lowest commission rates. But what do you look for in a good real estate agent? We're here to answer your questions. Keep reading for a quick guide on how to find [...]

Spring Is In The Air Here we are in the month of March!  It was approximately one year ago that our world changed forever with the global pandemic.  Masks have become our new "norm", along with Zoom meetings, virtual learning, and so on down the list.  More than ever, our homes have become our havens.  Families have grown closer; home improvement projects have become priorities and actually enjoyable to some extent.  What "used to be" is just that. March is known by the old proverb, "If it comes in like a Lion, it goes out like a Lamb." [...]

Home Prices Are Boosting Wealth for Homeowners! List Your Home Today Listing your Kenosha County home for sale can be an exciting prospect, especially when the market is on fire. Now is the perfect time to list your home to get the “biggest bang for your buck.” Homes in the Kenosha area are selling fast and, oftentimes, above asking prices. The National Association of Realtors chief economist Lawrence Yun predicts home prices will rise by 3 percent in 2021. “The consequent rise in home prices have boosted wealth accumulation for homeowners." Why is it [...]

Make Sure You Trust the Right Team with One of Your Biggest Investments For most homeowners your home is your largest investment, so when it comes time to sell so you can upgrade or downsize there’s only one opportunity to capitalize on your home sale. When you choose a Cove Realtor you can expect to earn top dollar and take advantage of our flexible commission rates. In the fall of 2020, we had the opportunity to work with Eric on the best practices, and he shared this experience in this Google review. “Mike came to our house to make [...]

2021 Time To Turn The Page As a Realtor of over 20 years and a local Kenosha expert, you might expect me to take this opportunity to tell you how now is a great time to buy or sell a home in the Kenosha and surrounding areas! This would be the moment I could talk about the fact that it is a seller’s market, and it’s a perfect time to list your home for top-dollar. Or that if you are looking for your dream home, you might be surprised as to the advantages of buying a home in the [...]