Deciding to Buy

Your first step when deciding to buy in Bayfield County is talking to a Windseeker agent. Bringing in your agent right from the start gives you access to local market insights and advice on how to prepare for finding your dream property.

Property Criteria

Your Windseeker agent will work with you to set top priorities and target areas. Having your criteria in order before beginning your search will keep the focus on best-fit properties and help you make an offer quickly in a fast-moving market. 

Financing

Mortgage financing can be complex, especially if you’re buying a second home or live outside the area. We’ll connect you with local Wisconsin lenders who have experience with Windseeker clients to get pre-approval for backing up your offer and competitive financing whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, second home, land, or commercial property.

Property Search

Your Windseeker agent will set up a customized dashboard of properties that meet your criteria and alert you as soon as new homes hit the market. We’re here to quickly schedule a walkthrough whenever a new property catches your eye or to take you on a tour of your top homes. Keeping your schedule flexible for showings means we can quickly pounce on new listings and submit your offer ahead of the pack.

Making an Offer

There are many factors that go into making an attractive offer. Our comprehensive contract knowledge gives you confidence we’re taking everything into account to make sure your offer stands out against the competition, including price, financing, proof of down payment, time to close, terms and contingencies. Throughout negotiations, we’ll use our experience in the local markets to strategically close a deal that protects your interests.

Closing

After a signed purchase agreement, your agent will coordinate inspections and closing services with local professionals who are experienced in northern Wisconsin real estate. We’re here to answer any questions and provide expertise while you finalize terms with your lender and prepare for your closing date.

Move In

On move in day, we’ll be there to hand off the keys and welcome you to your new home! Whether you need moving services or initial repairs, we’ll connect you to our network of local professionals to ensure your move-in day is seamless and celebratory.

Post-Closing Support

As a Windseeker client, you have full access to our team for ongoing advice and services. From home insurance, to restaurant recommendations, to navigating city zoning or regulations, we’re happy to provide advice and professional connections to help you get settled in the local community and keep your home in its best condition.

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Property Consultation

If you’re thinking about selling your home, the first step is talking with a Windseeker agent. With our knowledge of the northern Wisconsin market, we’ll conduct a competitive analysis and review comparable properties to help you set your timing and listing price with confidence.

Listing Preparation

Our experienced real estate agents will show you how to get your home or property ready to sell. From decluttering and depersonalizing to choosing the right updates and fixes that will show off your space, we’ll get your home looking its best and check off the little things other sellers typically miss.
If you’re trying to decide what to upgrade, we’ll connect you with appraisal and inspection services for an unbiased assessment of your home’s market value and consult on where to draw the line for upgrades.

Targeted Local Marketing

Staging is all about first impressions and opening up the space to highlight your home’s best features. Our staging professionals can find the right flow for a walk through, bring in furniture and artwork to amplify key spaces, and boost curb appeal to make your front entrance shine.

Web Visitability

With our primer agent status, we post your listing on MLS, Trulia, Zillow, our agency website, and other platforms to ensure your listing remains at top of results for the Bayfield area and top of mind for buyers. Plus, we’re the only regional agency offering video walkthroughs on Zillow to mark your home as a featured property.

Social Media Exposure

We promote photos and videos of listings on Facebook and Instagram and post targeted Facebook ads to target specific markets of buyers with interest in the region such as the Twin Cities, Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee and more.

Targeted Local Marketing

Listing with Windseeker gives you the full local advantage. Through advertising in regional guides such as Homes of the Northwoods, mailings to our exclusive list of clients, and a front window spot on the most trafficked street in Bayfield, local buyers know immediately when Windseeker properties hit the market.

Counseled Negotiation

Your Windseeker agent will help you vet and choose the right offer depending not only on price but also contingencies, financing capacity, and time to closing. We’ll also coordinate any needs with the buyer’s agent for appraisal, inspections, and more to ensure a smooth closing.
Throughout the offer process, your agent is here to negotiate on your behalf and protect your interests above all else.

Post-Closing Support

Once you’re a Windseeker client, our team is here to assist you anytime as a home or property owner. Through our network of businesses and vendors, we’ll connect you to local property managers, movers, contractors, landscapers, insurance agents, renters, and any other service you need.

More Seller Resources

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