Real Estate Information

12TH ANNUAL SCOTTIE DOG RALLY

DOWNTOWN BAILEYS HARBOR

MAY 19TH

Nearly 200 Scottish Terriers come together to strut their stuff in Baileys Harbor on May 19th. The parade begins at 11:30 AM.  DETAILS HERE!

GIRLFRIEND & GREAT EGGSCAPE

VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR

MAY 17 - 20

Escape to Egg Harbor for a week end with your friends! It's a week end of relaxation and fun. Enjoy trolley tours, workshops, exercise classes, art and wine crawl, shopping, pajama pizza party and much more!   DETAILS HERE!

P.S.  I recommend you stop by "Tis The Season" at the Main Street Shops...it's the shop in the turret!

John Teichtler from the Door County Sanitarian's Office recently spoke to the Door County Board of REALTORS.  I found his information extremely valuable and think you may as well...

There are approximately 15,000 on site waste disposal systems in Door County.  Every three years a maintenance report form must be completed by a WI Licensed Plumber on all systems and submitted to the Door County Sanitarian’s office.

The Door County Sanitarian’s office is in the process of performing a complete inventory on all waste disposal systems in Door County and they are currently, approximately 86% finished with their review.  They anticipate being totally finished by October of 2015.  The Door County Sanitarian’s office has discovered, through the testing, that 30% in the entire comprehensive survey are failing.

In the mid 1900’s the installers stopped putting in steel treatment and holding tanks.  The TMC tanks (steal) are all failing.  Any holding tank which is 17 to 20 years old will most definitely fail the testing criteria.  Prior to 1974, a soil test may be necessary.  If a soil test is necessary on a property owner’s property, the Sanitarian’s department does alert the owner ahead of time.  Prior to 1967, ANY type of system was installed with no requirements for soil depth, soil suitability, or soil absorption.  With ANY type of system installed before 1967, the soil absorption system may not be suited for the soils on the property, and may be a failing on site system.

I found it interesting that replacing “part of” the system is an option in some cases.  With some of the concrete tanks, primarily located in Southern Door, the center wall deteriorates and may collapse within 10 to 12 years.  For a cost of around $800, if discovered early on, these tanks can be repaired and the life span increased substantially.

John Teichtler also spoke about the plastic tanks which are currently being installed in greater than 48” depth of soil and Teichtler said that these tanks could last forever!!!

There are funds for septic replacement systems available for families with an income of $45,000 and less.  It is called the WI Fund Program and it is for those systems installed prior to July, 1978.  In seeking funds, you must be an owner who occupies the property for more than 51% of the year.  The reimbursement is really slow to arrive, so if you are thinking about this, you should call the Sanitarian’s office to begin the process soon.  Some funds are also available for small commercial properties.  

The basic red flags to watch for which may indicate of failing system are effluent ponding or effluent standing in the observation pipes.  Current cost to replace waste disposal systems are as follows:

 Holding Tank:            $5,000 to $8,000 (blasting will be the determining factor here and can +/- $2,000 to                                          $3,000).
    
Conventional:            $6,000 to $8,000.

Mound:                      $15,000 (also depends on soil conditions).

In-Ground    
Pressurized System:    $8,000 to $10,000.

At-Grade System:       $10,000.
 

A ride through Peninsula State Park is enjoyable anytime of the year, but especially now, when nature is waking from winter.   The “scenic route” from Fish Creek to Ephraim, the park expands 3,776 acres with scenic winding road through pristine woodlands.  Rocky bluffs ascend over 150 feet and provide some of Door County’s most spectacular views.   Bob and I especially like to take Skyline Road and stop by Sven’s Bluff to take in the view of the Strawberry Islands.  There are so many special roads and places in the Park…Mengelberg Lane, Sunset Trail, Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, Nicolet Bay, and Eagle Tower are just a few.  So, take MOM for a ride and enjoy the scenery!

CLICK HERE FOR PENINSULA STATE PARK MAP

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BLOSSOM RUN

MAY 12, 2012

EGG HARBOR BOAT LAUNCH PARK

The Door County YMCA hosts this low-key, fun, family-oriented event. Participate in a 5 mile run, a 2 mile walk-run or a 1 mile youth fun run! Door prizes and fun outdoor entertainment makes this a great way to kick off the summer season!   DETAILS!

DOOR COUNTY HALF MARATHON & NICOLET BAY 5K

MAY 5TH

PENINSULA STATE PARK

Running enthusiasts can enjoy our beautiful Peninsula while participating in the Door County Half Marathon and Nicolet Bay 5K. Peninsula State Park is absolutely gorgeous and what a way to enjoy the scenery! The Half Marathon begins at 10 AM. DETAILS HERE!

Don't Limit Your Property's Exposure!

Print ads are not the answer to selling your property!  Your REALTOR should employ a wide variety of marketing techniques and have a pro-active marketing system.  Your REALTOR should also be committed to selling your property and have systems in place that expose your property to as many potential buyers as possible. 

 

I've been selling Door County real estate for 28 years.  Over the years I've developed systems that pro-actively market my property listings.  If you're thinking about selling your Door County property, I'd love to help you. 

Know Your Rights & Responsibilities

It is extremely important that you are well-informed of the details in your real estate contract.  Real estate contract are legally binding documents, and they can often be complex and confusing.  Not being aware of the terms in your contract could cost you thousands for repairs and inspections.  Know what you are responsible for before signing the contract.  Can the property be sold “as is”?  How will deed restrictions and local zoning laws affect your transaction?  Not knowing the answers to these kinds of questions could end up costing you a considerable amount of money.

Trying to Sell to “Looky-Loos”

A prospective buyer who shows interest because of a “for sale” sign he saw may not really be interested in your property.  Often buyers who do not come through a REALTOR may be years away from buying, and they are more interested in seeing what is out there than actually making a purchase.  They may still have to sell their property, or may not be able afford a property yet.  They may still even be unsure as to whether or not they want to make a property investment.

Your REALTOR should be able to distinguish realistic potential buyers from mere lookers.  REALTORS should usually find out a prospective buyer’s purchasing power.  This will help you avoid wasting valuable time marketing to the wrong people.

BROWN TROUT TOURNAMENT
IN BAILEYS HARBOR
APRIL 20 - 22
Love to fish?  The Baileys Harbor Brown Trout Tournament is one fishing tournament you won't want to miss!  There are generous cahs prizes for the top 60 heaviest fish with a grand prize valued at over $1500 awared to the angler with the biggest fish!  DETAILS HERE!