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Most houses don’t come with a secret passage. This one does. This is the William T. Leitch House at 752 E Gorham St in Madison. Gothic Revival, built from stone, with deeded Lake Mendota access and lake views. What stood out to me walking through it: 11-foot ceilings that actually fill the rooms with light. Italian marble fireplaces and woodwork you just don’t see anymore. Parlors, a formal dining room, a library, and a glass conservatory. A remodeled kitchen, so the history doesn’t come at the cost of everyday living. 6 bedrooms, 6 full baths, 1 half bath. Offered at $1,650,000. Homes like this don’t come up often on the isthmus. If you want the full details or a private showing, send me a DM or give me a call. John Reuter, Integrity Homes - Real Broker 608-669-4226 #MadisonWI #LakeMendota #MadisonRealEstate #HistoricHome #DaneCounty

Some neighborhoods are garage door up, garage door down, and you never see anyone. Southbridge in Waunakee isn't one of them. People get together at the parks and the local pool, there's plenty to do as a community, and a lot of neighbors end up becoming friends. That sense of community is a big reason people choose to call Southbridge home. Comparing Waunakee neighborhoods? Send me a message and I'll help you figure out which one fits. John Reuter, Integrity Homes - Real Broker 608-669-4226 #WaunakeeWI #Southbridge #DaneCounty #WisconsinRealEstate

If you already own a home and you’re ready for the next one, this question shows up fast. Do I buy first, or sell first? It sounds simple. It isn’t. Get the order wrong and it could cost you. In this video I walk through how to think it through before you commit to either path. Worth a watch before you list or start touring. Got a move like this coming up? Call or text me and we’ll map out the order that makes sense for you. John Reuter, Integrity Homes - Real Broker 608-669-4226

Veterans, yes, you can use your VA home loan benefit more than once. You can sell your home, get your entitlement restored, and buy again. Or you can keep your current home and buy another one with your remaining entitlement. Just remember: you have to live in the home you buy with your VA loan. Questions about your VA benefit? Reach out anytime. If you're outside Wisconsin, I can connect you with Realtors and lenders I know in your area. John Reuter, Integrity Homes - Real Broker 608-669-4226 #VALoan #VeteranRealtor

Some sellers still get nervous when they see “VA” on an offer. That reputation has stuck around a long time. And it makes some veteran buyers second-guess themselves before they even write. So I answered the question directly: do sellers really dislike VA offers? If you’re selling, give this a couple minutes before you decide how to rank the offers in front of you. If you’re buying with your VA benefit, it’ll help you understand what the seller on the other side might be thinking. Have you run into this one? Tell me in the comments. John Reuter, Integrity Homes - Real Broker 608-669-4226

Buy first or sell first? Here’s how I’d think about it. Buying first gives you control. You pick the home and the timeline. The catch is you may need to carry two mortgages, use a bridge loan, or look at a trade-in program. Selling first gives you certainty. You know your numbers and your closing date. The catch is you need somewhere to go. Your price range matters too. In Madison, a $400,000 home usually sells quickly, so we can often find your next home first, then list yours and close both on the same day. Thinking about a move in Dane County? Let’s build a timeline together. John Reuter, Integrity Homes - Real Broker 608-669-4226 #MadisonWI #HomeSellingTips

28 days. That’s the average time DeForest homes spent on the market in September, up from 19 days a year ago. DeForest may be one of the first markets where we’re seeing a little decline in activity. The important part is where it’s showing up. $300K to $400K homes are still moving fast. Higher-end homes and new construction are sitting longer, and that’s what’s pushing days on market higher. Prices were down 1.5% in September. With fewer sales, though, the numbers can get skewed pretty far one way or the other, so I wouldn’t read too much into one month. Looking at October, I think things might pick back up and we’ll see more of a balance. DeForest and the surrounding areas are still a great market. Selling above $400K and not sure how to price it right now? Send me a message. John Reuter, Integrity Homes - Real Broker 608-669-4226 #DeForestWI #DaneCounty #MarketUpdate #WisconsinRealEstate #HomeSellingTips

What makes a neighborhood feel like home? In Southbridge, a lot of it is the people. It's not the kind of place where everyone pulls into the garage and shuts the door. Neighbors get together at the parks and the local pool, and everybody looks out for each other. Is Southbridge on your list? Drop your questions in the comments or send me a message. John Reuter, Integrity Homes - Real Broker 608-669-4226 #WaunakeeWI #Southbridge