Happy Halloween from Team Hoffmann!
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Easily Transition Your Halloween Decor into a Thanksgiving Welcome
Turn around those Jack o'lanterns and add some natural woven or fairy-tale pumpkins for an extra touch of autumn. Next, bring out the fall colors. After you've removed all the black from your porch, it's time to bring in some warmer tones.
Friday, October 25, 2024
Wisconsin Housing Market
The median home sales price in October 2024 has decreased in the past 3 months to $317,900. That’s up 10.2% and $29,400 higher than October 2023 of last year.
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Apple a day and other great fall food choices that are healthy, delicious and fun
BONUS: Honey is a natural healthier sweetener
The fall festivals that lie ahead this year not only serve up festive fun — they also serve up some healthy and delicious dishes for everyone.
Autumn, which officially begins on Sept. 22 this year, is a wonderful time to take advantage of fresh produce that can provide essential vitamins and health benefits, medical experts advise.
When roasted, some fall fruits and vegetables get caramelized and that enhances their natural sweetness, which makes them even more appetizing.
Monday, October 21, 2024
When Can I Start Decorating for Fall? Answers and Decor Inspiration
Answers and Décor Inspiration
The coziest time of year is almost here. When it’s been 90 degrees out and humid for weeks, it’s easy to find yourself thinking: When does fall start again? We love days spent swimming at the beach with pool toys and lounging on patio furniture in the summer sun, but after months of sticky heat, it’s natural to start daydreaming about all the fun activities the fall season brings. If you’re already itching to break out the pumpkins and buffalo plaid, you’re probably wondering when to decorate for fall. Is August too early? Should you wait for the leaves to start changing? How soon is too soon?
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Looking to try the Best Taco in Wisconsin?
Birria tacos kept Lazo's Taco Shack in business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
(Birria is a meat stew or soup, mainly made with goat or beef. The meat is marinated in an adobo made of vinegar, dried chiles, garlic, and herbs and spices before being cooked in a broth.)
Four years later, Yelp named the restaurant, at 641 N. Lovell St., as its Wisconsin choice for Best Taco Spot in Every State.
Lazo's Taco Shack opened in 2019, just three months before the pandemic. "We were afraid it would close down," said Jozelyn Lazo, who co-owns the taco shop with her dad, Jose Lazo, and brother, Jose E. Lazo.
A family friend who had just visited California, a hub for birria tacos, suggested adding the item to the menu. The Lazos hired a cook specifically for birria tacos and made it a Wednesday special. READ MORE
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Kopp's Frozen Custard ranked #11 on Yelp's list of top burger joints in the US!
Sink your teeth into this news -- Yelp has ranked a Wisconsin burger joint in their top 20 list.
On National Cheeseburger Day, WI's very own Kopp's Frozen Custard made Yelp Elite's list of the "20 best places to grab a cheeseburger." Coming in at number 11, Kopp's is the only Wisconsin restaurant to make the list. According to Yelp, the list was determined by a number of factors including the total volume and ratings of reviews. CONGRATS!
Friday, October 11, 2024
These are the hottest communities around Milwaukee, according to home sale data...
Milwaukee's residential real estate market mania has subsided — at least a bit.
September home sales were down last month compared to the year prior. And so far, 2024 — like 2023 — has been a slow year for the housing market, according to the latest market report by the Greater Milwaukee Association of Realtors (GMAR), as buyers face limited inventory, high interest rates and high prices.
Still, some communities around the Milwaukee area are heating up, according to a GMAR analysis of 2024 sales.
Here's a look at the metro's four "hottest communities":
WAUWATOSA HOMES ARE SELLING FAST
Wauwatosa homebuyers still have to act fast. Homes in the city are selling after an average of just 11 days on the market, according to data from the Metro MLS. That's keeping pace with the market in 2023, when Wauwatosa homes sold after an average of 12 days.
Average home prices in Wauwatosa hit $422,217 last quarter, up from $406,869 a year earlier. By the end of the third quarter, a total of 452 homes had sold in 'Tosa, according to the Metro MLS.
GREENDALE IS HEATING UP
The average home in Greendale sold for $374,333 this year, an 8% increase in prices year over year.
A total of 100 homes sold in Greendale through the third quarter of 2024. Those homes sat on the market for an average of 11 days.
PRICES ARE RISING IN GRAFTON
Between Jan. 1 and Sept. 30, a total of 197 homes sold in Grafton.
Average home prices in Grafton are up 10% since last year — $478,284, compared to $435,595.
WASHINGTON COUNTY'S VILLAGE OF JACKSON SAW BIG SURGE IN SALES
The Village of Jackson — a community of about 7,000 people, about 20 miles south of West Bend — saw a big surge in home sales this year. Total sales in Jackson are up 78% year over year, according to data from the metro MLS -- 155 homes sold, compared to just 87 this time last year.
The average home in Jackson sold for $401,657 this year, compared to $374,762 the same time last year.
Jackson has been on a building spree in the past few years. Since 2020, the village issued permits for 198 new houses, according to data from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
The Oaks of Jackson, a new 20-acre housing development which broke ground in May 2023, is selling homes starting at $380,000. The subdivision was built in collaboration with the village and was supported by Washington County's Next Generation Housing initiative.
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
2024 Kohler Food & Wine festival
The very popular event sells out fast and tickets are on sale now! The 2024 Kohler Food & Wine festival, is taking place Oct. 17-20 at Destination Kohler, a luxury resort one hour north of Milwaukee in the village of Kohler.
The festival’s activities include chef-led demonstrations, food and wine tastings, cocktail seminars, exclusive dinners and more.
Monday, October 7, 2024
Owning a Home Now Costs More Than 40% of Income
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