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Featuring Lake Geneva Chef – Ben Janssen

May 20, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Chef Ben Janssen with Michalene Melges

Those times in life when you are having fun and helping out a great cause – Priceless!

This past weekend I had the privilege of participating in the 2013 Lake Geneva Kitchen Walk.  I’ve done this for a few years and every year turns into something even better than the last.  The Lake Geneva Kitchen walk raises funds for the Walworth County Food Pantry.  This year, I was located at an exquisite Lake Geneva lakefront home in the South Shore Club.   From selling real estate for years, I can tell you without a shadow of a doubt I love the South Shore Club.  It’s the ultimate in luxury living!  From the clubhouse to the pool and having everything taken care of for you in The Club, you can enjoy life and not have to lift a finger.  That alone makes this the perfect spot for a home in the Lake Geneva Kitchen Walk.

What made this year even more fun was that I got the opportunity to work with Chef Ben Janssen!

Ben and his family love the Geneva Lakes area.  He’s currently the chef at Abbey Springs and does an excellent job with groups.  From weddings to anniversary parties, golf outings and graduation gatherings, his culinary excellence puts the “Mmmmm ” in your party.  The guests that visited our stop on the Lake Geneva Kitchen Walk this year loved the treats Ben prepared.

If you’re looking for a great chef to cater your private party, connect with Ben!  He absolutely rocks in the kitchen and he’ll turn you into the Hostess of the Year!   And for all your Lake Geneva real estate needs, Hans & I are here to help.  We’ll answer your questions, bring you the facts about our lakefront market and help you negotiate whether buying or selling your Lake Geneva property.  If you’d like to see what’s available for sale in the South Shore Club and tour the neighborhood to see why I love it so much, call or text (262)745-3738.

Delightful food prepared by Chef Ben Janssen

Delightful food prepared by Chef Ben Janssen

Special thanks to all the volunteers and committee that helped to organize this year’s kitchen walk.  It was a great event and even more importantly that the funds raised will go to benefit the Walworth County Food Pantry!  Giving back is part of taking care of the community and we’re happy to have played a part in that this weekend!

 

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Just Listed: Country Club Estates Home on Double Lot

May 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Country Club Estates Home for Sale

Country Club Estates Home for Sale

The perfect location in Fontana, WI for fun, summer and great family memories!

If you are looking for a wonderful vacation home where you can bring your family, the kids can bring their friends and you can enjoy your summer to the fullest then this home in Country Club Estates should be on your short list of properties to look at.  With a sandy beach, pier, tennis courts and golf course Country Club Estates offers something fun to do for everybody in the family!

This beautiful home offers beautiful sunlight and an open concept layout, perfect for dinner parties or family gatherings.  An upper deck off of kitchen for makes entertaining even easier melding the indoor and outdoor living space.  The master suite entry off of the wood deck gives you the perfect get away to enjoy your morning cup of coffee while listening to the birds chirping before anybody else rises.  Great Room has kitchen, living and dining area in an open space.  With high ceilings, 3 bedrooms, lower level family room w/large deck (43X8) there’s tons of room.

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870 Tarrant Dr. Fontana, WI

A common request when we first speak with clients is a home with a lot of storage.  This property has that and more with a laundry room and green house.  The yard is exceptional with adjacent lot.  If you’d like to see this home, call or text us (262)745-3738.  We’re happy to set up a personal tour with you so you can take the next step to enjoying your summer at the lake!

Listing Price: $ 299,000
Address: 870 Tarrant Dr
City: Fontana
State: WI
ZIP: 53185
MLS #: 1309378
Bedrooms: 3 - all on main level
Bathrooms: 3 Full Baths

Great value, location, lake rights, meticulous, spacious home in Country Club Estates!

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Country Club Estates Golf Course, Fontana WI

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Lake Geneva Parking – What can be done to improve it?

May 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Where Art & Functionality Meet

If you live, work or play in Lake Geneva, you’ve seen how crazy parking can be – especially in the summer months.

Last summer, Lake Geneva implemented new parking meters that let you park longer, pay with a debit or credit card and let you extend your time via your cell phone.  While the tech trend in most things is good, this has caused a lot of confusion for people visiting our area.

Now you have an opportunity to voice your opinion and more importantly share suggestions with the city about how they could improve the parking situation.  The City of Lake Geneva is having a comprehensive study down about the parking downtown.  They will be hosting an open house this week to discuss with the public where the concerns are.  If you have a great idea that could improve the experience in downtown Lake Geneva we’d encourage you to attend.  The open house is open to the public and all feedback is welcome.

May 15, 2013 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
City Hall Senior Center
626 Geneva Street, Lake Geneva, WI
Project Manager – Annaka Norris, Rich & Assoc. Inc.
anorris@richassoc.com

While Lake Geneva discusses how to make the parking situation downtown better, we’re seeing a tremendous amount of people starting to look for their vacation home.  Mortgage rates are still exceptional allowing people to invest in a larger home for the money than they would have gotten 5 years ago.  If you’re looking for your perfect vacation home, connect with us.  As our VIP client, you will have access to a personalized search system that allows us to email you the minute a property comes on the market for sale that meets what you are looking for.  This gives you the opportunity to be the first in the door to see if the home is perfect for your family.  To be one of our VIP clients, contact us at (262)745-3738 – call or text and we’d be happy to discuss what you are looking for and help you find the right home in the right location! 

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For Sale: 9 Acre Historic Lake Geneva lakefront home site.

“Michalene: We didn’t get the chance to thank you enough for the job you did selling our house. Had we chosen another agent I don’t believe we would be on our way to Colorado 10 days from now. You are one of the best that Keefe has and we would recommend you to anybody. All the best to you and your family.”

~Chris and Anne Stecker
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Delavan Lake Home with Boatslip

May 6, 2013 By

HighlandDrIf summer on Delavan Lake is something you dream about for your family, then this home is the perfect solution.

Beautiful chalet style home in Viewcrest Estates offers incredible natural sunlight, rustic wood trim and the perfect wrap-around porch for all your summer parties.  With 3 bedrooms and a finished, walk-out lower level this property has room for your family and your friends.

The open concept design of this Delavan Lake home is great for entertaining.  Cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors and a fireplace create a great room that you’ll want to spend time in year round.  For pampering yourself, you’ll really enjoy the master suite.  The home has 3 full baths and a main floor utility room.

delavan lake real estateTo really enjoy the Delavan Lake, you need to experience summer on the water.  This home comes with a boat slip, so you’ll be on the lake and ready to play as fast as you can jump in the boat!

The fair market value of this home is $325,670.  Just listed for $299,000 with the included boat slip the home is in move-in condition and ready for summer!  Call or text us today to see this great vacation home at Delavan Lake.  (262) 745-3738

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Open Concept with Great Sunlight!

Listing Price: $ 299,000
Address: 4618 Highland Dr.
City: Delavan
State: WI
ZIP: 53115
MLS #: 1307855
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3 Full

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Upcoming Fontana Elemetary School Fundraiser

April 29, 2013 By

Fontana Elementary School has an upcoming fundraiser that we’re proud to spread the word about.  Mark your calendar for Friday, May 17, 2013.

fontana wi elementary schoolThe Fontana Elementary 2013 Walk-A-Thon is an exciting way to raise funds for new playground equipment, and improvements to the existing playground areas. This is a school wide event where all students help by finding family and friends to sponsor them for the Walk-A-Thon.

The Walk-A-Thon will be on Friday, May 17th 2013 from 2 pm-3: 20 pm. All students will be walking a predetermined course through our surrounding neighborhoods. Parents are encouraged to come and cheer on the students, and/or help with supervising the walk course. The Walk-A-Thon will conclude with snacks and refreshments, and a Pep Rally in the gym. The class that raises the most funds will win a pizza and ice cream party.

How can you join in to support Fontana Elementary School?

Each of the students is asking for sponsors for the Walk-a-Thon.  If you haven’t sponsored a student yet, contact us and we’ll connect you!

Buy a brick!  4×8 bricks that can be personalized and will reamin in the Fontana Walk of Fame showing you contributed to the new Fontana Elementary School playground.  Bricks can be personalized with your family name, a positive message to future students or you can use them as memorial for a loved one.  Click here to download the form to sponsor a brick.

If you’d like to make a much larger impact, you can make a tax deductible donation directly to Fontana Elementary School.  In your honor, you’ll have a custom engraved brick placed in front of Fontana Elementary as a tribute to your community support.  To make a donation, download the Playground Sponsorship pdf by clicking here.

Playworld Indoor Shoot Lewisburg January 2011From the students to the faculty and staff at Fontana Elementary school, this display of community support is amazing.  The kids take such pride in their school and the administrators and teachers make sure every student is being brought up learning morals & values.  Fontana Elementary has a 5 star rating and ranks above the state of Wisconsin average in all areas according to Trulia with the strongest advantage in language arts.

With Fontana Elementary School’s reputation of excellence, we have real estate clients that choose to buy homes on the West End of Geneva Lake just for the school.  There are many wonderful neighborhoods and associations that provide lots of fun things to do for your whole family year round.  From access to the lake, private beaches or a golf course, Fontana WI is a close-knit small town with a huge heart.

If you have any questions about Fontana Elementary School or real estate in Fontana, reach out to us.  We’ve chosen to send our children to Fontana Elementary and are so grateful to all those that make our kids their priority during the school day!  You can reach us at (262)745-3738 – call or text for immediate response!

Good luck to all the student walkers.  We’re so proud of you for helping your community at such a young age.  YOU are the future of our world!

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Proposed layout of new Fontana Elementary School Playground

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Really they said that?!?!

April 25, 2013 By

A few days ago we wrote a blog post discussing the honest truth about the Lake Geneva real estate market, specifically as it relates to lakefront and lake access homes.

SH_VS_BluffWe’ve gotten feedback from several of our readers thanking us for being so honest.  Many have talked with other people and they concur that they’ve been told what the agents think they “want to hear” rather than the reality of our market.  Let me be the first to say, that’s not what we’re about.  Whether you like the reality of the market or not, the statistics and numbers speak for themselves.  That’s the truth and that’s what we share with our customers and clients regardless of if that’s what they want to hear.

Digging into the Lake Geneva real estate market further, this year 7 lakefront homes have sold with 63% of those being over the $2M price point.  This trend for mid-level lakefront buyers continue.   People that are looking for Lake Geneva lakefront property and we have a demand for new lakefront listing.  However, listings are coming on the market slower than lakefront buyers are coming into the market.  We have a number of buyers looking for specific properties that haven’t come on the market yet.  If you have a home that fits any of these criteria we outlined in this blog post contact us.  We’d love to put your home on the radar of our buyers and find a fit that helps both of you.

If  you as a seller get an offer it is not to be taken lightly.  Not all homeowners get an offer, so take yours seriously.

  • Reviewing the offer, are you priced on market?
  • Have you received an offer knowing that you were priced higher than the market and considered that offer a “low ball” feeling aghast at the audacity?
  • Take a look, is it a low ball or is it an offer that is based on what the market is? That is the question.
  • How long have you been on the market?
  • Has it changed since you have listed your home? Only current sold comps can tell and are you willing to follow and acknowledge that?

Buyers are showing their commitment to you by writing the offer.  Safeguard yourself and use the contract as able to get yourself to an acceptance. When there is communication, there is a way. “We will list at this price and believe me when I tell you, we are reasonable people, we will adjust our price or we will negotiate.”  That’s the kiss of death.  Are you sure that you haven’t married yourself to the numbers that are printed in front of you?  It becomes difficult for sellers to not take it personally or negotiate in the present real estate market.  DETACH and realize that your home is now your most valuable asset, and that you will get the highest and best price the present market will bear.

The bottom line for our Lake Geneva real estate market – real estate is a business transaction.  We know how much you love your home, but at the end of the day it’s about negotiating a transaction.  We are here to help you communicate (via the contract) with potential buyers.  Know that they have made an offer to you because they believe their family will love your home as much as you do and that they can create memories at the lake for years to come.

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The Melges Team - Top Producing Lake Geneva Lakefront Real Estate Team

This Lake Geneva Lakefront Real Estate update is provided by the Melges Team – Lake Geneva Lakefront Realtors with Keefe Real Estate.  Choosing who to represent you in a real estate transaction is an important decision.  Getting your questions answered and knowing the facts before you make that decision are critical.  If you have a home around the Geneva Lake area selecting someone that has in-depth knowledge of the Lake Geneva real estate market, a reputation for keeping your personal information confidential and has a global network of customers and clients online assuring you that your real estate will gain maximum visibility is paramount.  When people commit to working with the Melges team, they know they’ve gained a trusted real estate advisor for life.  Contact Michalene and Hans Melges at (262) 745-3738 and get your real estate facts today. 

 

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Decide – Commit – Succeed in Lake Geneva Lakefront Real Estate

April 19, 2013 By

ArrowheadSOLD200Spring is here and the thought of summer coming has everyone excited and planning. Planning for family, parties, lake fun and yes, Lake Geneva real estate.

I actually wrote the above cliche and caught myself reiterating the mindset of “The Spring Market” because it feels normal, it’s expected. The results, activity and momentum of a more certain success rate is seemingly more optimistic with the coming of Spring. Ah! Enough… The reality of any market and success rate of receiving a written contract is not determined by a season. It is determined by the value placed on the home.

ManorAO200Old Mind Set: The Spring Market means Multiple Offers, pricing higher than the market based on the warm weather coming, or worse , not participating in the market. When you do receive an offer , holding out for “something better” instead of negotiating to acceptance with a buyer that has proven their commitment to the process by submitting a written offer. Receiving a written offer is not an impulse.

Present Market : FOR EVERY ACTION THERE IS A REACTION. If your property is a multiple offer candidate, you will not only know that immediately, you will most likely be surprised at how serious the qualified buyers are and how quickly that comes… or goes.  Manage your expectations and follow the counsel of your real estate advisor.  I have many financial websites/RSS feeds/blogs that I follow.  The Wall Street Journal has continuous articles about our national real estate statistics and trends. Obviously, we are all on the same page and acknowledge that the national percentages of growth or decline are just that, a sweeping generalization of production as a whole.  Lake Geneva is a specialized niche market that stands alone and creates it’s own trends, apart from national averages.

SH_VS_BluffLake Geneva Real Estate - lakefront and lake access homes do not need a specific season to sell. We have a very unique, niche market that has consistent values year round.

GlenwoodSpAO300Sellers: Make the decision to commit to selling.  Commit to yourself:  You are in charge of the decisions, I am in charge of the process. Commit to spending the time and perhaps money that it will take to have your home presentable for listing and the price that will command attention and a written offer. Buyers & sellers have the same amount of stress just on different ends of the transaction. Eliminate real estate stress by understanding the details included in the offer and asking questions.   We’re ready for the questions if you’re ready for the answers!

Buyers: Make a decision, a commitment to purchasing and your real estate advisor. Commit to making the decision of what your true comfort level is for a purchase price and be honest with yourself prior to writing offers. Don’t write an offer at your maximum budget, then get cold feet and try to use the inspection to negotiate backwards.  In the same respect, offering significantly less than the list price on homes that clearly have the value is equally as unproductive.

The more educated we are on a subject, the less we fear the outcome. Watch the market through me.  See the new listings within 24 hours of posting and find out the price of ‘solds’ the same day they close.  This is the easiest, most convenient way to get a pulse on the Lake Geneva real estate market without the hassle of having to commit to a decision before being familiarized with the actual activity within our market.MWCreeksideGWSp

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Hans & Michalene Melges – Lake Geneva Lakefront Real Estate Top Producing Team

As Lake Geneva Realtors, the Melges’ share their in-depth knowledge and experience around Geneva Lake with their clients and customers. Listening to what your goals are, Hans and Michalene will help you formulate a specific marketing plan to get your home sold. When you work with the Melges Team, it’s more than just another real estate transaction, they work to build your trust and confidence as your trusted real estate advisor for life. Contact the Melges Team at (262) 745-3738 for real estate advice and to help your family make the best decision for your move!

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We Have Buyers Looking for Lake Geneva Lakefront Property

April 12, 2013 By

Does this describe your Lake Geneva lakefront property?

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We have buyers that are looking for specific property on Geneva Lake and in surrounding communities.  We have looked at everything that is currently listed for sale.  None of the current inventory fits the needs of these customers, so we wanted to reach out to you.  If you’ve been thinking about selling your home, and your property fits any of these scenarios, can you please call us?  (262) 745-3738

These Lake Geneva Buyers are ready to offer and looking for the right property!

1.  Level frontage with first floor master bedroom or an elevator.

2.  Slightly elevated lake frontage with minimal stairs.

3.  Cedar Point Park home “On the Park.”

4.  5 bedroom Lake Geneva lakefront home on the West End of the lake.

Sometimes clients call us not looking to purchase a lakefront home, but rather they want to rent.  People often like to try a location for a vacation in the summer to see if the location fits their lifestyle.  Right now, we have a client looking to rent a Lake Geneva Lakefront Home for a small wedding in July.  They are looking for a 10 day rental!

If you have a Lake Geneva property that might fit any of these clients, please contact us.  Our goal is to put buyers & sellers together so they can both achieve their real estate goals.  These clients are all looking forward to spending the summer on the lake… they just have to find the right home.

Thanks in advance for your help!  Referrals are the backbone of our business and your trust in us is sincerely appreciated.

“It was a pleasure to work with Michalene, the Melges Team.  She understands the market and has instincts that are difficult to find.  After we understood the market, we were confident about our numbers and the decision to sell our home.  Shortly after we met her, we had a nickname for her, “Tiger Lady”!! Once she gets her teeth in a project, she doesn’t let go!
Thank you for helping us pursue our dream!”
~Michael & Barbara

Call the Melges Team – We know exactly what our buyers are looking for! 

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Crazy only begins to describe Lake Geneva Lakefront Real Estate

April 8, 2013 By

parasailing lake genevaAs I was organizing my week this morning, the realization hit that this past weekend was the busiest weekend we’ve had in Lake Geneva real estate this year yet!

It was crazy busy, but very productive.  It’s like people have had pent up energy that they were just waiting for the weather to turn so they could see homes in person rather than just looking them up online!  The weekend netted 3 accepted offers, another in negotiation, a listing appointment and numerous buyer inquiries.

Why is the Lake Geneva real estate market suddenly so hot?

First, people are looking now, so they can negotiate the offer, satisfy all contingencies and close before Memorial Day.  This will allow them to enjoy a full summer at the lake without having a major move in the middle of it.

Secondly, we’ve seen a number of new Lake Geneva lakefront and lake access listings come on the market in the last few weeks that have buyer’s attention.  When homes come on the market at the right price, buyers are very serious and writing offers.  What is at the right price?  THAT is the million dollar question.  Yesterday there was an article in the WSJ about how much the real estate market is up since 2012.  It’s important to remember that overall, the market is up.  However, real estate is very localized.  What one metro area shows for statistics can be very different from another market just an hour away.

The Lake Geneva real estate market is very unique.  Being a destination for people from Chicago to Indianapolis, Lake Geneva’s vacation home market creates a real estate bubble.  Vacation homes are among the first to appreciate and hold their values stronger than standard, year round residential homes.  Right now, we’ve experienced an influx of great buyers causing lake access and lakefront luxury homes to move quicker than a year or two ago.  However, prices have not increased on a local level in Lake Geneva real estate.   In time they certainly will, but the growth that we’re seeing now is from the number of buyers in the market, and inventory turning over quicker than compared to 2012.

What does this mean if you’ve been thinking about selling your Lake Geneva lakefront property?

Buyers are active and looking.  Like we saw this past weekend, people want to find their dream home, negotiate and close before summer.  If you’re thinking about selling, right now it’s time to talk straight about what the market numbers look like for your home.  Looking at recent Solds and comparing them to your property allows us to give you an accurate price range where you can get predictable results for selling your home.

If you are looking to buyer your Lake Geneva vacation home, commit to your decision.

With more buyers, this means home do sell quicker.  When you and your family see a home that fits what you are looking for in style and more importantly, location, make your decision and put it on paper.  Get in front of that seller before other buyers do.  You also want to make sure you’re on our preferred email list so you can get new listings as soon as they come on the market.  Being first in the door gives you the opportunity to write an offer before other buyers can get in competition with you.

If you’re new to the Lake Geneva real estate market, get your questions answered.  Be clear about what it is your goals are and work with a Realtor you trust to have your best interests in front of them.  We’re happy to answer your questions and help you find the home of your dreams.

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Michalene & Hans Melges - Lake Geneva Lakefront Luxury Home Top Producers

Michalene & Hans Melges – Lake Geneva Lakefront Luxury Home Top Producers

Lake Geneva Lakefront Realtors, the Melges Team shares their in-depth knowledge and experience around Geneva Lake with their clients and customers. Listening to what your goals are, Hans and Michalene will help you formulate a specific marketing plan to get your home sold. When you work with the Melges Team, it’s more than just another real estate transaction, they work to build your trust and confidence as your trusted real estate advisor for life. Contact the Melges Team at (262)745-3738 for real estate advice and to help your family make the best decision for your move!

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5 Advantages to Buying a Lake Geneva Vacation Home

April 3, 2013 By

The Lake Geneva vacation home market has been very consistent for the 1st quarter of this year.  According to Money Magazine, now is the time to purchase if you’re considering a second or vacation home.

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Listed for Sale & as a Vacation Rental Call (262)745-3738 for more info.

The first quarter shows 5 lakefront properties sold, including the historic Sunnyhill property.  Lake Geneva lakefront values on the properties that sold ranged from $1.65M (Folly Ln) to $3.25M (Sunnyhill.)  As notable lakefront home sales go, Sunnyhill is historic because the home had been in the Kenilworth/Blomeyer family for 84 years!

Will prices go lower? It’s impossible to tell, but Stan Humphries, chief  economist at Zillow, says, “It’s a fool’s errand to try to time the bottom for both economists – and buyers  and sellers. If you find a house that you love and want to be in for a long  period of time, now is potentially a good time to wade into the market.”

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For Sale: 9 Acre Historic Lake Geneva lakefront home site.

While other segments of the Lake Geneva real estate market hasn’t shown as much activity, the lakefront market continues to stand on a solid foundation.  Here’s 5 advantages to buying a Lake Geneva vacation home now:

1.  Buying Value - when looking at vacation homes, several properties have tremendous value.  Certain locations, associations and neighborhoods have held their value better than others in this real estate downturn.  Working with someone that is immersed in the market and can show you exactly where those specific homes are is critical when buying your Lake Geneva vacation home.

2.  Rental Income Potential - Right now there’s a tremendous demand for people looking to rent vacation homes.  For the week or for the month, we are seeing people that want to “Try before they buy!” They want to get a feel for a specific home or location on Geneva Lake.  So when looking at buying your vacation home, it’s a great idea to have the dicussion about using is as a vacation rental.  So when you aren’t using the property, you can rent it out and earn rental income.

3.  Convenience - Lake Geneva is the perfect vacation spot for many reason.  First, it was just recognized in Barron’s as being the #10 best vacation home market in the country.  It’s also a short trip from Chicago.  So for those people that want to get away from the busy city, but not have to spend and entire day travelling, Lake Geneva is the perfect convenient location.

4.  Start your family legacy - We speak from experience when we share that our most incredible memories as a family (and for both of us growing up) happen on the Geneva Lake.  The kids love coming to the lake house, bringing friends, jumping off the pier, having sleep overs, catching lightning bug or watching the 4th of July fireworks on the water.  These memories don’t have a pricetag but they are shared over and over for generations.

5.  Long-term profits - Right now, you can get the most out of a vacation home using a buy and hold strategy.  The market while it has stabilized still has a long ways to go toward recovering.  With mortgage rates being low and prices reflecting values we haven’t seen in decades, you can buy the home of your dreams that will return you future profits.

If you’re just starting the process of looking for your Lake Geneva vacation home, we’d love to hear what you are looking for.  From there, we can help you find the perfect home in the perfect location.  We have our hands in the real estate market 24/7, so if something is coming on the market on Geneva Lake, we’ll know about it and help you be the first person to see the property.

If we can help in any way, please contact us.  Call or text (262) 745-3738 for immediate response and put our passion, knowledge and team experience to work helping you find the perfect Lake Geneva lakefront property.

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For Sale – 2 bedroom Abbey Villa in Fontana, WI. Poolside and 1 building off Abbey Harbor.

Michalene & Hans Melges - Lake Geneva Lakefront Luxury Home Top Producers

Michalene & Hans Melges – Lake Geneva Lakefront Luxury Home Top Producers

Lake Geneva Lakefront Realtors, the Melges Team shares their in-depth knowledge and experience around Geneva Lake with their clients and customers. Listening to what your goals are, Hans and Michalene will help you formulate a specific marketing plan to get your home sold. When you work with the Melges Team, it’s more than just another real estate transaction, they work to build your trust and confidence as your trusted real estate advisor for life. Contact the Melges Team at (262)745-3738 for real estate advice and to help your family make the best decision for your move!

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