December 30, 2009 at 08:44 AM · Posted under Glenn Hanon
Robert Shiller, of the Case Shiller Index is interviewed in this video by the WSJ. The outlook is not that great, but there is good news. First our area has not been affected as severely as other parts of the country. We see that the first quarter of 2010 and perhaps into the second quarter the activity will be stronger than 2009. The threat of rising interest rates should be of concern to sellers and buyers. So while the saying sounds overused, NOW is the time to sell for two main reasons. First as a seller you can take advantage of the opportunity while the homebuyer tax credit is still available. Buyers must be under contract by April 30, 2010. The second reason is that most economists believe that interest rates will have to rise in 2010. If rates go up from 5% to 6% this decreases the buyer’s top price by 10% if the buyer is payment sensitive—which almost all are today. If you would like more information about our local real estate economy or the value of your home feel free to call me.
April 22, 2009 at 10:39 AM · Posted under Glenn Hanon
You have decided to sell the home and wonder to yourself, “What do I have to do to make sure my home sells quickly?” Here are five quick tips to make sure your home does not become ‘stagnant’ in the market.
Clean and organize your home. Remove all the clutter. If you need assistance with what is ‘clutter’ I can assist you with this. A clean home, even if it is dated, is more attractive than an updated home that is messy.
Air fresheners, scented candles and plug-in’s are not to be used when showing a home. Many buyers are either allergic to these products or find them offensive. Almost all buyers think you are hiding a noxious odor. The reaction I have seen over the past 22 years of selling does not warrant their use. If you have a pet odor that you are trying to eliminate plug-ins are not the answer.
Make sure all maintenance issues are resolved before you actively market your home. Buyers will determine how well you take care of your home by how well you take care of the little things. Issues like loose caulking around a tub, dirty furnace filters, broken doorbells, scratched front doors, windows that need cleaning,–you get the idea, are turnoffs for a buyer.
Make sure your curb appeal is appealing. Poorly maintained lawns, heaving sidewalks, overgrown bushes don’t give the prospective new homeowner a real warm fuzzy feeling as they make their way to the front door.
Price your home according to the market. This is probably the number one reason why homes do not sell today. The sellers expectation of “what they want” or “need” compared to the market value are often times significantly different. My job as a professional is to give you the market data and guidance as to what price your home is realistically worth in today’s economy.
If you have further questions or would like a personal evaluation of your home feel free to call me at 1-888-HEY GLEN or email me at ghanon@shorewest.com
April 09, 2009 at 02:17 PM · Posted under Glenn Hanon
One of the jewels of Lake Country is Lac La Belle. The sprawling 1164 acres of Lac La Belle stretch into three different communities, The City of Oconomowoc, The Town of Oconomowoc and The Village of Lac La Belle. At the deepest point the lake is only 46 feet, which offers some of the warmest lake water in the Lake Country region. The sandy bottom and low vegetation growth offers a swimmers a very clear lake. The shallow lake attracts many different kinds of fish as well from largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie and walleye. If you would like a complete synopsis of the lake from a fishing standpoint just email me at; ghanon@shorewest.com or Click Here for a Map. If you Click Here, you can view the lake characteristics for fishing. Besides fishing many lake residents enjoy, sailing, water skiing, pontoon boating, swimming and enjoying the spectacular sunsets.
Currently we have 17 properties for sale on the lake from $330,000 to almost $2,000,000. This stunning home that is pictured is just off the lake and has fabulous panoramic views of a good deal of the lake. The stunning attention to detail for this shingle styled home is apparent in each room. The entire house has cherry floors. Priced at $1,499,900, this is a great opportunity to own a large estate just off Lac La Belle. For more details on this home at 160 Monastery, call me at 1-888-HEY GLEN or drop me an email (ghanon@shorewest.com). Lac La Belle is truly one of the hidden secrets in Lake Country!
Glenn Hanon
Clean and organize your home. Remove all the clutter. If you need assistance with what is ‘clutter’ I can assist you with this. A clean home, even if it is dated, is more attractive than an updated home that is messy.
Many buyers are either allergic to these products or find them offensive. Almost all buyers think you are hiding a noxious odor. The reaction I have seen over the past 22 years of selling does not warrant their use. If you have a pet odor that you are trying to eliminate plug-ins are not the answer.
Make sure your curb appeal is appealing. Poorly maintained lawns, heaving sidewalks, overgrown bushes don’t give the prospective new homeowner a real warm fuzzy feeling as they make their way to the front door. 
is just off the lake and has fabulous panoramic views of a good deal of the lake. The stunning attention to detail for this shingle styled home is apparent in each room. The entire house has cherry floors. Priced at $1,499,900, this is a great opportunity to own a large estate just off Lac La Belle. For more details on this home at 
