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    Lake Mills Town and Country Days

    By Val Breit | June 8, 2025

    Lake Mills Town and Country Days 2025 is almost here! Many sweet memories are made on this annual weekend to remember in downtown Lake Mills. What is Lake Mills Town and Country Days? Lake Mills Town and Country Days is a popular summer festival that happens over four days the last full weekend in June.... Read More

    Fun Things to Do This Summer (in Jefferson County & Surrounding Areas)

    By Val Breit | May 26, 2025

    Summer is a wonderful time of year in Wisconsin. So how can you make the most of it? We asked our Shine Realty REALTORs what was on their bucket list this summer. Here are 16 ways they’re hoping to savor and make memories this summer: 1. GO OUT FOR ICE CREAM Cold ice cream and... Read More

    Hosting a Graduation Party in Jefferson County, WI

    By Val Breit | May 17, 2025

    Are you planning a graduation party in Jefferson County, Wisconsin soon? There’s a lot that goes into planning a party. So we’re here to share this Graduation Party Planning Guide to share resources and local businesses that’ll come in handy because at Shine Realty, we’re not just real estate agents. We’re parents of young adults,... Read More

    Mother’s Day Brunches in Jefferson County

    By Val Breit | May 9, 2025

    Looking for a Mother’s Day Brunch in Jefferson County? Here are nine options we found for 2025. 1. Crawfish Junction – Johnson Creek Mother’s Day Brunch at Crawfish Junction will feature French Toast, Biscuits and Gravy, Eggs Benedict, Quiche, Prime Rib, Smoked Ham, a variety of desserts, and NEW Mimosa Flights. Sunday, May 11, 2025... Read More

    Jefferson Wine Walk 2025

    By Val Breit | April 22, 2025

    Get ready for the upcoming Downtown Jefferson Wine Walk on Friday, May 16, 2025. The 5th Annual Jefferson Wine Walk has a Western theme. Yee-Haw! It’s sure to be another popular and fun event for all. This event transforms downtown businesses into wine-tasting destinations. Many businesses will be participating by offering red and white wine... Read More

    10 Common Mistakes Home Sellers Make

    By Val Breit | April 17, 2025

    What are the top mistakes you see home sellers make? The professional real estate agents and brokers at Shine Realty were asked this question. With their decades of experience in the real estate industry, this is what they said: 1. Overpricing the Home Overpricing the home is the first seller mistake that came out of... Read More

    How to Choose a Good Mortgage Lender

    By Val Breit | April 2, 2025

    You’ve probably heard you should contact a mortgage lender to see what loan amount you can qualify for before you begin house hunting because being pre-approved can help your offer be accepted, no matter what type of market we’re in. But it’s important to note that like real estate agents, not all lenders are the... Read More

    11 Fun Things to Do in Jefferson County this Spring

    By Val Breit | March 29, 2025

    Here’s a list of some fun things you can do in Jefferson County this spring. There’s something for everyone! 1) Improve Your Gardening Skills There are many free or cheap opportunities around Jefferson County to improve your gardening skills. Whether you’re interested in preserving rainwater, planting flowers for pollinators, or composting, there are many opportunities... Read More

    Best Time to Sell a House in Wisconsin

    By Val Breit | March 17, 2025

    What is the best time to sell a house in Wisconsin? This is a question many people ask when they’re considering selling a house, land, or investment property. In this article, we answer when is the best and the worst time to sell a house in Wisconsin, based on our decades of real estate experience.... Read More

    5 Upcoming Housing Developments to Keep an Eye On in 2025

    By Val Breit | March 13, 2025

    A low supply of houses available to purchase has been an obstacle for home buyers in our area for some time now. That’s why we’re excited to share with you a some upcoming housing developments to keep an eye on in or near Jefferson County, Wisconsin. 1) Fairways of Jefferson If living by a golf... Read More