# Accord Realty (WI) > Accord Realty is a boutique, full-service brokerage based in Fitchburg, serving buyers, sellers, renters, and investors across Madison, Dane County, and nearby south-central Wisconsin communities. Madison and Dane County, residential sales, buyer representation, seller strategy, relocation, new construction, land, luxury and acreage homes, small multifamily investing, local expertise, digital marketing, responsive guidance ## Agent Bios - [Kristin Grissom | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/agent/kristin-grissom): Agent profile for Kristin Grissom, a Wisconsin REALTOR serving home buyers and sellers in the Madison area. - [CJ Postawa | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/agent/cj-postawa): Agent profile for CJ Postawa of Accord Realty in Fitchburg, Wisconsin, including contact details, bio, testimonials, and brokerage information. - [Dan Cardoso | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/agent/dan-cardoso): Agent profile for Dan Cardoso of Accord Realty, covering his background, real estate experience, and interests in the Madison area. - [Kelly Longseth | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/agent/kelly-longseth): Agent profile for Madison-area Realtor Kelly Longseth, featuring her background, client-service approach, contact details, and testimonials. - [Rick Olstad | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/agent/rick-olstad): Agent profile for Rick Olstad of Accord Realty, serving buyers and sellers in the Dane County area. - [Whitney Lazo | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/agent/whitney-lazo): Accord Realty profile for Whitney Lazo, a real estate agent serving clients in the Madison area and Fitchburg, Wisconsin. - [Brandon Grosse | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/agent/brandon-grosse): Agent profile for Brandon Grosse, Accord Realty's managing broker serving real estate clients from Fitchburg, Wisconsin. - [Greta Drammeh | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/agent/greta-drammeh): Agent profile for Greta Drammeh, a Madison-area Realtor specializing in real estate guidance, staging, home projects, and design consultation. - [Julie Burke | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/agent/julie-burke): Profile of Julie Burke, an Accord Realty agent specializing in transaction coordination, administrative operations, and marketing support. ## Neighborhood Guides - [Cottage Grove | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/cottage-grove): A real-estate neighborhood directory for Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, featuring listings, demographics, local businesses, recreation, and schools. - [Fitchburg | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/fitchburg): Real-estate directory page featuring Fitchburg, Wisconsin property listings, demographic data, nearby points of interest, and schools. - [Madison | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/madison): Madison, Wisconsin neighborhood page featuring property listings, demographics, amenities, and local points of interest. - [Middleton | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/middleton): Real-estate directory page featuring Middleton, Wisconsin listings, demographics, amenities, schools, and neighborhood data. - [Middleton Hills | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/middleton-hills): A neighborhood guide to Middleton Hills in Middleton, Wisconsin, covering its planning, amenities, demographics, nearby activities, schools, and property listings. - [Verona | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/verona): A Verona, Wisconsin neighborhood real-estate page featuring property listings, demographics, amenities, and nearby schools. - [Waunakee | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/waunakee): Directory page for Waunakee, Wisconsin property listings, housing demographics, amenities, schools, and neighborhood data. - [Sun Prairie | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/sun-prairie): Directory listing for Sun Prairie, Wisconsin property listings, demographics, amenities, and neighborhood data. - [Point Gardens | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/point-gardens): Neighborhood profile for Point Gardens in Poynette, featuring new-home details, amenities, location highlights, listings, and demographic data. - [Shire Wood | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/shire-wood): Neighborhood guide to Shire Wood, Wisconsin, covering waterfront living, community demographics, amenities, and nearby properties. - [Neighborhood || Spring Harbor](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/spring-harbor): A neighborhood guide to Spring Harbor, a wooded Lake Mendota community on Madison's near west side, with local amenities and listed properties. - [Oregon | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods/oregon): Directory page for Oregon, Wisconsin property listings, neighborhood demographics, amenities, and nearby points of interest. ## Tools - [Personalized WI Home Valuation Tool | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/home-valuation): A home-valuation page offering an instant property valuation and expert advice for sellers. ## Featured Blog Posts - [Downtown Penthouse](https://sellingdane.com/blog/downtown-penthouse): A featured listing for a historic two-story penthouse in downtown Madison's Loraine Building. - [Shire Wood - August, 2019](https://sellingdane.com/blog/shire-wood-august-update): An August 2019 update on Shire Wood, a Lake Wisconsin residential development's progress and available building sites. - [Mill Creek Open House](https://sellingdane.com/blog/mill-creek-open-house): Accord Realty announces a model open house for a ranch-style condominium at Mill Creek Estates in Madison, Wisconsin. - [11 Simple Fall Home Decor Ideas](https://sellingdane.com/blog/11-simple-fall-home-decor-ideas): A practical guide to simple fall home decor ideas for creating a cozy, welcoming atmosphere indoors and outdoors. - [Southbridge Stunner](https://sellingdane.com/blog/southbridge-stunner): A listing-style article showcasing a custom-built Southbridge home in Waunakee, Wisconsin. - [Sunset on Squire](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sunset-on-squire): A sold four-bedroom ranch home in Middleton's Hickory Woods neighborhood, featuring park views, updated amenities, and a walkout lower level. - [Open Houses - August 7th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-august-7th): Accord Realty's August 7 open-house guide highlights three move-in-ready homes in Nakoma, Madison's west side, and Mill Creek Estates. - [333 W Mifflin St. #1051 Madison, WI 53703](https://sellingdane.com/blog/metropolitan-place-ii-1051): A real-estate listing for a corner condominium unit at Metropolitan Place II in downtown Madison, Wisconsin. - [Mid-Century Modern Oasis](https://sellingdane.com/blog/mid-century-modern-oasis): A Madison, Wisconsin, listing highlights a custom-built 1950s mid-century modern home with gardens, natural light, and nearly half an acre. - [New Year, New Home. How to Buy a House in 2025](https://sellingdane.com/blog/new-year-new-home-how-to-buy-a-house-in-2025): Accord Realty's guide outlines financial preparation and homebuying strategies for first-time buyers navigating the 2025 market. - [Thanksgiving Decor Tips to Match Your Home's Signature Style](https://sellingdane.com/blog/thanksgiving-decor-tips-to-match-your-homes-signature-style): A guide to matching Thanksgiving decorations with 12 interior design styles, from Art Deco and Bohemian to Traditional and Southwestern. - [Windswept in Waunakee](https://sellingdane.com/blog/windswept-in-waunakee): Accord Realty's listing highlights a move-in-ready ranch condominium at 310 Wind Poppy Way in Waunakee, Wisconsin. - [Top 10 Homes In The Verona School District](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-10-homes-in-the-verona-school-district): An Accord Realty article highlighting Verona-area homes and the community surrounding the Verona school district. - [7 Easy Upgrades to Transform Your Kitchen](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-easy-upgrades-to-transform-your-kitchen): A blog article from Accord Realty outlines seven easy kitchen upgrades for creating a more functional, personalized space. - [3 Pro Home Pricing Strategies That Pay](https://sellingdane.com/blog/3-pro-home-pricing-strategies-that-pay): A guide to three home pricing strategies, covering comparative market analysis, below-market pricing, and pricing above market for negotiation. - [5 Things You'll Wish You Knew Before Buying Your First Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-things-youll-wish-you-knew-before-buying-your-first-home): Accord Realty offers five practical considerations for buyers preparing to purchase their first home. - [Surprising Realities About the Real Estate Market Right Now](https://sellingdane.com/blog/6-surprising-realities-about-the-real-estate-market-right-now): An Accord Realty blog article examines six surprising pandemic-era real estate market trends, including low inventory, rising prices, and urban departures. - [What Buyers Should Know in a Seller's Real Estate Market](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-things-every-buyer-should-know-in-this-market): Accord Realty's buyer guide outlines seven strategies for navigating a competitive seller's market, from moving quickly to appealing to sellers. - [9 Ways to Show Your Home Love](https://sellingdane.com/blog/9-ways-to-show-your-home): A real-estate blog post outlines nine home improvements and cleaning projects intended to boost comfort, curb appeal, and resale value. - [Spring Selling: Should I Sell My Home This Spring?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/is-spring-a-good-time-to-sell): A real-estate blog article weighing the benefits and drawbacks of selling a home during spring. - [Little Summer Habits That Make Home Feel Like a Retreat](https://sellingdane.com/blog/little-summer-habits-that-make-home-feel-like-a-retreat): A lifestyle guide from Accord Realty offering simple summer habits to make a home feel calmer and more retreat-like. - [Shire Wood - December, 2019](https://sellingdane.com/blog/shire-wood-december-2019): Accord Realty provides a December 2019 update on road access, addresses, utilities, and available waterfront lots at Shire Wood. - [Shire Wood - January, 2020](https://sellingdane.com/blog/shire-wood-january-2020): A January 2020 Accord Realty article highlights winter recreation opportunities near Shire Wood. - [Shire Wood - July, 2019 Update](https://sellingdane.com/blog/shire-wood-july-update): Accord Realty's July 2019 update describes progress at the Shire Wood residential development on Lake Wisconsin. - [Shire Wood - November, 2020](https://sellingdane.com/blog/shire-wood-november-2020): Accord Realty announces that Shire Wood is sold out except for one move-in-ready home. - [Shire Wood - October, 2019](https://sellingdane.com/blog/shire-wood-october-update): October 2019 update covering Shire Wood's fall open house, new roads, and site exploration opportunities. - [Shire Wood - Sept, 2019](https://sellingdane.com/blog/shire-wood-sept-update): A September 2019 progress update on construction and site work at the Shire Wood development. - [Short-Term Housing Options in Point Gardens](https://sellingdane.com/blog/short-term-housing-options-in-point-gardens): A guide to short-term housing options, amenities, and community living at Point Gardens. - [Should You Hire an Agent When Homes are Selling So Fast?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/should-you-hire-a-real-estate-agent-when-homes-are-selling-so-fast): An Accord Realty article explains why homeowners may benefit from hiring an agent instead of selling FSBO in a fast-moving market. - [Slow Decorating: The Case for Taking Your Time with Home Design](https://sellingdane.com/blog/slow-decorating-the-case-for-taking-your-time-with-home-design): An editorial guide to slow decorating and taking a gradual, sustainable approach to home design. - [So, How is the Market?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/so-how-is-the-market): Accord Realty discusses market conditions, seller advantages, and buyer challenges in the greater Madison, Wisconsin real estate market. - [So, When Do I get the Keys?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/so-when-do-i-get-the-keys): Accord Realty explains the steps between an accepted offer and receiving the keys to a home. - [Back on the Market: Custom Built Colonial](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sold-custom-built-colonial): A sold-property feature highlighting a custom-built colonial home in Middleton, Wisconsin. - [JUST SOLD: Richardson St. Home $11k+ Over Market Value](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sold-fitchburg-home-11k-over-online-guesstimate): Accord Realty showcases the sale of a Fitchburg ranch home for $425,900, highlighting its features, updates, and entertainment spaces. - [House with the Yellow Door](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sold-house-with-the-yellow-door): Accord Realty's sold-property feature presents a renovated three-bedroom home at 607 Copeland Street in Madison's Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood. - [SOLD: Loraine #702](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sold-loraine-702): A sold-property profile of Loraine #702, a historic downtown Madison condominium with a move-in-ready interior and Capitol Square location. - [SOLD: Remarkable on Richardson](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sold-remarkable-on-richardson): A sold-home feature highlighting the design, amenities, and location of 2809 Richardson Street in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. - [SOLD: Terrific Townhouse on Westside](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sold-terrific-townhouse-on-westside): Accord Realty presents a sold Greystone townhouse condominium on Middleton's westside, highlighting its features, layout, and energy use. - [Some of the Best Produce Dane County has to Offer](https://sellingdane.com/blog/some-of-the-best-produce-dane-county-has-to-offer): A Madison real-estate blog post explores seasonal produce at the Dane County Farmers' Market and nearby homes on the Isthmus. - [Spectacular Sunset](https://sellingdane.com/blog/spectacular-sunset): Listing for a remodeled 1940s brick bungalow in Madison's Sunset Village with three bedrooms, two baths, and a finished basement. - [Spring Cleaning Doesn't Have to Be a Bummer](https://sellingdane.com/blog/spring-cleaning-doesnt-have-to-be-a-bummer): Accord Realty's blog offers practical spring-cleaning tips for homeowners preparing to sell or refresh their living spaces. - [Spring: A Seller's Season](https://sellingdane.com/blog/spring-time-a-sellers-season): Accord Realty article explains why spring is an advantageous, competitive season for sellers in Wisconsin's housing market. - [St Valentines Day Open Houses 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/st-valentines-day-open-houses-2016): Accord Realty's 2016 guide highlights four Madison open houses, including townhouses, condos, and a builder meet-and-greet. - [Stand-Alone Home Living vs. Condo Living: Which Is For You?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/stand-alone-home-living-vs-condo-living-which-is-for-you): A comparison of stand-alone homes and condos covering costs, maintenance, amenities, privacy, and suitability for different buyers. - [Steepleview Farm](https://sellingdane.com/blog/steepleview-farm): A feature on Steepleview Farm, a distinctive 21-acre property with a custom home and extensive outbuildings near Black Earth, Wisconsin. - [Steps off the Capitol Square](https://sellingdane.com/blog/steps-off-the-capitol-square): Listing profile for a historic one-bedroom-plus-den condominium near Madison's Capitol Square. - [Still Looking for Your Dream Home? Try Off-Market Listings](https://sellingdane.com/blog/still-looking-for-your-dream-home-try-exclusive-off-market-listings): Accord Realty explains ways homebuyers can find properties that are not listed on major online real-estate search sites. - [Strength of the Economy Is Surprising the Experts](https://sellingdane.com/blog/strength-of-the-economy-is-surprising-the-experts): Accord Realty article reviews economists' changing recession forecasts and their implications for home buyers and sellers. - [Sugar River Dream](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sugar-river-dream): A featured listing for a distinctive six-bedroom estate on nearly 20 acres in Verona, Wisconsin. - [Summer Inspo: 6 Ideas for Your Outdoor Entertainment Space](https://sellingdane.com/blog/summer-inspo-6-ideas-for-your-outdoor-entertainment-space): Accord Realty's blog offers six ideas for creating a functional and inviting outdoor entertainment space for summer hosting and relaxation. - [Summer Home Improvement Projects That Add Value](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sun-sational-summer-home-projects): Accord Realty's guide outlines summer home improvement projects that can enhance comfort, curb appeal, and potential home value. - [Swept away by Sunstone Lane](https://sellingdane.com/blog/swept-away-by-sunstone-lane): A sold Middleton ranch home profile highlighting its open layout, prairie views, green-space setting, and nearby amenities. - [Tesla Solar Roof Panels Cheaper Than A Standard Roof?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/tesla-solar-roof-panels-cheaper-than-a-standard-roof): Article examining Tesla's solar roof shingles, projected costs, durability, energy storage, and availability from Dane County installers. - [The 10-Second Test: Can Your Listing Pass the Scroll?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-10-second-test-can-your-listing-pass-the-scroll): Accord Realty offers sellers guidance on making home listings stand out in fast-moving, mobile-first buyer searches. - [The 3 Most Expensive Properties For Sale in Dane County](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-3-most-expensive-properties-for-sale-in-dane-county): Accord Realty profiles three luxury properties for sale in Dane County, including homes in Maple Bluff, Vermont, and Madison's Blackhawk area. - [The 5 Top Home Buyer Turn-Offs of 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-5-top-home-buyer-turn-offs-of-2015): A practical guide to five home-selling mistakes that can discourage buyers, including poor presentation, overpricing, misleading listings, unsuitable improvements, and weak photography. - [The 5 Top Home Buyer Turn-Offs of 2018](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-5-top-home-buyer-turn-offs-of-2018): An article explaining five seller-controlled issues that can discourage prospective home buyers. - [Weekend's Big Game Kicks Off the Spring Homebuying Season](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-big-game-kicks-off-the-spring-homebuying-season): A real estate guide offering buyers and sellers practical steps to prepare for the spring housing market. - [The Effects of Staging on a Home Sale](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-effects-of-staging-on-a-home-sale): Accord Realty explains how professional staging, renovations, and presentation may influence a home's sale process. - [The Emotional Side of Selling: How to Let Go of Your Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-emotional-side-of-selling-how-to-let-go-of-your-home): An article offering practical guidance for managing the emotional challenges of selling a home. - [The Features That Sell a House in 2023](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-features-that-sell-a-house-in-2023): Accord Realty article outlining five home features that can attract buyers in the 2023 real estate market. - [The Fixer-Upper: Dream Project or Money Pit?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-fixer-upper-dream-project-or-money-pit): A real-estate blog article weighing the customization, financial potential, risks, and planning demands of fixer-upper properties. - [The Housing Market Is Split. Here's Why.](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-housing-market-is-split-heres-why): An explainer examines why housing markets across the United States are diverging in prices, supply, demand, and activity. - [The Marvels of The Modern Flat Roof System](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-marvels-of-the-modern-flat-roof-system): An editorial overview of Point Gardens' modern flat roof system, emphasizing EPDM durability, energy efficiency, sealed construction, and snow-load engineering. - [The Pros and Cons of Buying a Foreclosed Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-buying-a-foreclosed-home): Accord Realty's guide examines the potential benefits and risks of buying a foreclosed home. - [The Pros and Cons of Buying a Home in June](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-buying-a-home-in-june): Accord Realty's guide examines the advantages, drawbacks, and practical considerations of buying a home in June. - [The Pros & Cons of Living in a Homeowners Association (HOA)](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-living-in-a-homeowners-association-hoa): Accord Realty explains the benefits and drawbacks of living in a homeowners association, including fees, restrictions, amenities, and community management. - [The Psychology of House Hunting in March](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-psychology-of-house-hunting-how-march-can-shape-your-decision): Accord Realty blog article examining how March's seasonal psychology, competition, and practical timelines can influence homebuyers' decisions. - [The Right (And Wrong) Way To Host & Attend Open Houses](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-right-and-wrong-way-to-host-attend-open-houses): Accord Realty's guide outlines practical buyer and seller tips for hosting and attending open houses. - [The Secret Life of Listing: What Happens Before You Go Live](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-secret-life-of-a-listing-what-happens-before-you-ever-go-live): Accord Realty explains the behind-the-scenes preparation involved before a home listing goes live. - [The Spring Effect: How Seasonality Impacts Home Prices](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-spring-effect-how-seasonality-impacts-home-prices): Accord Realty explains how spring seasonality affects home prices and offers practical strategies for buyers and sellers. - [Things to avoid after applying for a mortgage](https://sellingdane.com/blog/things-to-avoid-after-applying-for-a-mortgage): Accord Realty article outlines financial and lifestyle decisions to avoid after applying for a mortgage. - [This Week's Top 10 Homes](https://sellingdane.com/blog/this-weeks-top-10-homes): Accord Realty presents ten recently listed homes available to buy in the Madison area. - [Timing vs. Preparing the Market: Which One Pays Off?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/timing-the-market-vs-preparing-for-it-which-one-actually-pays-off): Accord Realty blog article argues that preparing to sell is more reliable than trying to predict the perfect real-estate market moment. - [Rent or Buy? Here's how to decide](https://sellingdane.com/blog/to-rent-or-buy-heres-how-to-decide): An article explaining the lifestyle, financial, career, and housing-market factors involved in deciding whether to rent or buy. - [Top Homes For Sale In Middleton-Cross Plains School District](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-10-homes-for-sale-in-middleton-cross-plains-school-district): A real-estate blog post highlighting homes for sale in Wisconsin's Middleton-Cross Plains School District. - [Top 10 Real Estate Terms Sellers Should Know](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-10-real-estate-terms-sellers-should-know): A seller-focused guide explaining ten essential real estate terms, from agency relationships and contingencies to closing and rent-back agreements. - [Top 10 Summer Energy-Saving Tips](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-10-summer-energy-saving-tips): A Wisconsin real-estate blog offers practical summer energy-saving advice for Madison-area residents. - [Top 20 Homes For Sale In Dane County](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-20-homes-for-sale-in-dane-county): A curated selection of move-in-ready Dane County homes for sale under $500,000. - [Top 3 Spring Cleaning Projects to Prepare Your Home for Sale](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-3-spring-cleaning-projects-to-prepare-your-for-sale): Accord Realty's guide recommends three spring-cleaning projects to help homeowners prepare a property for sale. - [Top Homes In The Sun Prairie School District](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-homes-in-the-sun-prairie-school-district): A real-estate guide to Sun Prairie's community amenities, schools, growth, and homes within the Sun Prairie Area School District. - [Top Multi-Famliy Properties Available Right Now](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-multi-famliy-properties-available-in-madison-under-400k): Accord Realty article discussing multi-family properties available in Madison for under $400,000. - [Top Ten Condos In Downtown Madison for Under $500k](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-ten-condos-in-downtown-madison-for-under-500k): A real-estate article highlighting downtown Madison condos priced below $500,000. - [Two Keys to Contextualize the U.S. Housing Market](https://sellingdane.com/blog/two-keys-to-contextualize-the-u-s-housing-market): An Accord Realty article adds historical context to 2022 U.S. housing-market headlines using home sales and mortgage-demand data. - [Buying a home can be SCARY...Until you know the FACTS](https://sellingdane.com/blog/until-you-know-the-facts): Accord Realty article addresses common misconceptions about down payments and credit scores required to buy a home. - [Top 5 Concerns About Real Estate Agents](https://sellingdane.com/blog/who-you-work-with-matters-top-5-concerns-about-real-estate-agents): Accord Realty outlines five common concerns about real estate agents and guidance for evaluating an agent's communication, expertise, ethics, marketing, and professionalism. - [Open Houses - Feb 7th, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-feb-7th-2016): A 2016 Accord Realty post highlights two Madison-area open houses, including east-side condos and Mill Creek Estates residences. - [10 Questions To Ask Before You Decide To Sell In 2026](https://sellingdane.com/blog/10-questions-to-ask-before-you-decide-to-sell-in-2026): Accord Realty's holiday checklist helps homeowners evaluate whether to stay, renovate, or sell in 2026. - [5 Smart Money Moves To Make Before This Year Ends](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-smart-money-moves-to-make-before-this-year-ends): Accord Realty offers five financial and organizational steps for homeowners considering a future sale. - [Top 10 Labor Day Sales to Boost The Value of Your Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/deals-for-the-home-top-10-labor-day-sales-to-save-money): A home-selling guide highlights ten Labor Day retailers for affordable upgrades, staging, maintenance, and resale-value improvements. - [Summer Home Shopping: How to Win Without Overpaying](https://sellingdane.com/blog/summer-home-shopping-how-to-beat-the-competition-without-overpaying): Accord Realty offers strategies for competing in summer home buying without overpaying or making rushed decisions. - [Key Questions to Ask Your Agent When Buying a Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-key-to-buying-a-home-this-year-questions-to-ask-your-agent): A home-buying guide outlining questions to ask a real estate agent about financing, professionals, closing costs, bidding wars, and post-offer steps. - [The Trade-Offs You Should Make When Searching for a Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-trade-offs-you-should-make-when-searching-for-your-next-home): Accord Realty offers guidance on balancing budget, location, renovations, floorplan, and size when choosing a next home. - [Here Is Why You Should Buy or Sell Sooner Than Later](https://sellingdane.com/blog/thinking-of-buying-or-selling-here-is-why-you-should-do-it-sooner): Accord Realty article explains why rising mortgage rates may make acting sooner advantageous for prospective home buyers and sellers. - [Tips for Homebuyers to Make the Most of Your Visit](https://sellingdane.com/blog/tips-for-homebuyers-to-make-the-most-of-your-visit): Accord Realty shares practical guidance for homebuyers attending spring open houses, from inspecting details to consulting an agent. - [10 Curb Appeal Tips](https://sellingdane.com/blog/10-curb-appeal-tips): Accord Realty outlines ten practical curb appeal improvements to help homeowners make a stronger impression on prospective buyers. - [1250 Sherman Ave Madison, WI 53703](https://sellingdane.com/blog/1250-sherman-ave-madison-wi-53703): Listing for a historic Tudor home at 1250 Sherman Ave on Lake Mendota in Madison, Wisconsin. - [14 Easy Home Upgrades You Can Do Before the Holidays](https://sellingdane.com/blog/14-easy-and-affordable-home-upgrades-you-can-do-before-the-holidays): Accord Realty's guide presents 14 affordable interior and exterior home upgrades to complete before the holidays. - [19 Summer Projects To Increase Your Home's Value](https://sellingdane.com/blog/19-summer-projects-to-increase-your-homes-value): A real-estate guide outlines 19 summer home improvements intended to increase resale appeal and value. - [The Overlooked Financial Advantages of Homeownership](https://sellingdane.com/blog/overlooked-financial-advantages-of-homeownership): An Accord Realty article outlines overlooked financial benefits of owning a home, including equity growth, eventual mortgage payoff, and more predictable housing costs. - [2113 Peaceful Valley Pkwy](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2113-peaceful-valley-pkwy): Real-estate listing for a nearly half-acre buildable lot at 2113 Peaceful Valley Pkwy in Waunakee's Southbridge neighborhood. - [3 Key Real Estate Contract Terms Defined: Offer-Show vs. Offer-Bump vs. Pending](https://sellingdane.com/blog/3-key-real-estate-contract-terms-defined-offer-show-vs-offer-bump-vs-pending): Accord Realty explains the MLS meanings of offer-show, offer-bump, and pending statuses for home buyers and sellers. - [3223 County Rd JG | Mt Horeb, WI 53572 | $679,900](https://sellingdane.com/blog/3223-county-rd-jg): Listing for a historic, updated farmhouse on 4.64 acres near Mount Horeb, Wisconsin. - [4 Tips For Finding Your Madison Dream Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/4-tips-for-finding-your-madison-dream-home): Accord Realty's guide offers four tips for finding a suitable home and neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin. - [5 Essential Tips for a Successful June Home Sale](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-essential-tips-for-a-successful-june-home-sale): Accord Realty's guide outlines practical strategies for preparing, pricing, marketing, and selling a home in June. - [5 New Year's Resolutions for First-Time Homebuyers](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-new-years-resolutions-for-first-time-homebuyers): A practical guide outlining five financial and employment resolutions for people preparing to buy their first home. - [5 Powerful Reasons to Own Instead of Rent](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-powerful-reasons-to-own-instead-of-rent): An Accord Realty article outlines five financial benefits of homeownership compared with renting. - [5 Large Dane Co Home For Under $500K](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-rural-dane-co-homes-for-under-500k): A real-estate article showcases five updated rural Dane County homes near Madison, each priced below or at $500,000. - [5 Steps Smart Sellers Take to Generate Multiple Offers](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-steps-smart-sellers-take-to-generate-multiple-offers): A seller-focused guide explaining five strategies for attracting multiple offers and improving a home's chances of selling above asking price. - [How to Buy a Home When Prices are High](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-ways-to-buy-a-home-when-prices-are-high): Accord Realty blog article outlining five strategies for buying a home despite high prices and mortgage rates. - [6 Things to Add to Your Holiday Wish List For Your Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/6-things-to-add-to-your-holiday-wish-list-for-your-home): Article offering holiday-season home preparation ideas to make a property more appealing to potential buyers. - [7 NFL Player Homes You Have to See to Believe](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-nfl-player-homes-you-have-to-see-to-believe): A real-estate blog roundup of seven lavish homes associated with NFL players, spanning luxury properties in Massachusetts, Florida, New York, Washington, Illinois, California, and Los Angeles. - [7 Ways to Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal This Spring](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-ways-to-improve-your-homes-curb-appeal-this-spring): Accord Realty's guide outlines seven practical ways sellers can improve a home's curb appeal before spring listing photos and showings. - [American Confidence in Housing at an All-Time High](https://sellingdane.com/blog/american-confidence-in-housing-at-an-all-time-high): A real-estate blog article examines Fannie Mae's record-high housing sentiment index and related mortgage-rate trends. - [Should You Rent or Buy in 2026? Start With These Questions](https://sellingdane.com/blog/should-you-rent-or-buy-in-2026-start-with-these-questions): A practical guide to evaluating whether renting or buying fits your timeline, lifestyle, stability, savings, and future plans. - [Smart Ways to Make Your Home a Little Greener This Spring](https://sellingdane.com/blog/smart-ways-to-make-your-home-a-little-greener-this-spring): Accord Realty's guide outlines practical spring home improvements that reduce energy use, water consumption, waste, and ongoing costs. - [Fall Movie Night at Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/fall-movie-night-at-home): A seasonal guide to hosting a cozy fall movie night at home with movie picks, recipes, and atmosphere ideas. - [Ground Broken in Poynette!](https://sellingdane.com/blog/ground-broken-in-poynette): Accord Realty announces construction details for The Point Gardens neighborhood in Poynette, Wisconsin. - [Are You Actually Ready to Buy a Home?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-do-you-know-if-youre-ready-to-buy-a-home): Accord Realty's guide outlines financial and employment considerations for deciding whether you are ready to buy a home. - [Should Sellers Worry About Home Pricing Right Now?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-has-the-market-shift-impacted-your-homes-value): An analysis of how 2022 market conditions, slower price growth, and buyer demand affected U.S. home values and selling decisions. - [How Long Will My House Take to Sell?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-long-will-my-house-take-to-sell): A real-estate guide explaining why homes sell at different speeds and how sellers can improve their timeline. - [How to Buy a Home in a City You Don't Live In](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-buy-a-home-in-a-city-you-dont-live-in): A relocation-focused guide to researching markets, touring homes, choosing an agent, and managing a remote home purchase. - [How to Make a Small Home Feel Bigger, Brighter, and Easier to Live In](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-make-a-small-home-feel-bigger-brighter-and-easier-to-live-in): Accord Realty's guide explains how to make a small home feel bigger, brighter, more organized, and easier to live in. - [Is Your Listing Photoshoot-Ready? 7 Details That Matter](https://sellingdane.com/blog/is-your-listing-photoshoot-ready-7-overlooked-details-that-matter): Accord Realty's guide covers overlooked details sellers should address before photographing a home for its online listing. - [How to Keep Your Home Cool This Summer (Without Running the AC All Day)](https://sellingdane.com/blog/keep-your-home-cool-this-summer-without-running-the-ac-all-day): Accord Realty's guide outlines practical ways to cool a home, reduce AC use, and improve comfort during summer showings. - [Low Appraisal? Here's What Sellers Can Do](https://sellingdane.com/blog/low-appraisal-heres-what-sellers-can-do): Seller-focused guide explaining appraisal gaps, contract terms, review requests, and negotiation options after a low home appraisal. - [Make Your 4th of July Unforgettable with These Activities](https://sellingdane.com/blog/make-your-4th-of-july-unforgettable-with-these-10-activities): Accord Realty shares 10 activity ideas for making a Fourth of July celebration memorable, from barbecues and camping to field-day games. - [Never Leave Money on the Table: Get a Lower Mortgage Rate](https://sellingdane.com/blog/never-leave-money-on-the-table-get-a-lower-mortgage-rate): An article outlining strategies home buyers and sellers can use to reduce mortgage costs and secure more favorable financing terms. - [New Construction vs. Existing Homes: How to Actually Decide](https://sellingdane.com/blog/new-construction-vs-existing-homes-how-to-actually-decide): A buyer's guide comparing new construction and existing homes, including costs, inspections, timelines, contracts, and neighborhood considerations. - [New Year, New Routines: Simple Home Updates That Make Daily Life Easier](https://sellingdane.com/blog/new-year-new-routines-home-updates-that-make-daily-life-easier): Accord Realty shares practical home organization routines and weekend updates to simplify daily life and support future home showings. - [Pricing Your Home This Summer? Look Beyond Spring Sales](https://sellingdane.com/blog/pricing-your-home-this-summer-look-beyond-spring-sales): A summer home-pricing guide explaining how to evaluate competition, buyer behavior, search brackets, and current market data. - [Fonseca's Selling Experience with Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/blog/seller-success-the-fonsecas): A client testimonial describing the Fonsecas' home sale and purchase experience with Brandon Grosse and Accord Realty in Waunakee. - [Selling a Home You've Lived In for a Long Time](https://sellingdane.com/blog/selling-a-home-youve-lived-in-for-a-long-time): Accord Realty's guide to preparing, pricing, and coordinating the sale of a home occupied for 15, 20, or 30 years. - [Selling an Inherited Home: What to Expect and How to Prepare](https://sellingdane.com/blog/selling-an-inherited-home-what-to-expect-and-how-to-prepare): Accord Realty guide to the legal, financial, logistical, and pricing considerations involved in selling an inherited home. - [Stuck Between Moving and Staying? These 3 Questions Can Help You Decide](https://sellingdane.com/blog/stuck-between-moving-and-staying-3-questions-can-help-you-decide): A real-estate article presents three questions to help homeowners decide whether to move or remain in their current home. - [The $100K Gap: Why New Homes at Point Gardens Cost Less](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-100k-gap-why-new-homes-at-point-gardens-cost-far-less): A comparison of new-construction prices in Dane County and the more affordable homes available at Point Gardens in Poynette. - [The Top 3 Things to Consider When Buying a Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-top-3-things-to-consider-when-buying-a-home): Accord Realty article outlining three priorities for evaluating a home purchase: price, location, and home features. - [The Truth About Price Reductions: When (and When Not) to Lower Your Price](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-truth-about-price-reductions-and-when-to-lower-your-price): Accord Realty article explaining when a home price reduction is strategic and when sellers should first address marketing, presentation, or access issues. - [Tips to Simultaneously Buy and Sell Your Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/tips-for-simultaneously-buying-and-selling-a): Accord Realty's guide outlines strategies for coordinating the purchase and sale of a home without becoming overwhelmed. - [What Do You Do When You Can't Find a New Home?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-do-you-do-when-you-cant-find-a-new-home): Accord Realty outlines strategies for sellers who sell quickly but have not yet secured their next home. - [What Repairs Are Sellers Required to Make After a Home Inspection?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-repairs-are-sellers-required-to-make-after-a-home-inspection): An Accord Realty article explains sellers' repair obligations, negotiation options, financing conditions, and inspection-related contract risks. - [What Sellers Can Do to Speed Up the Closing Process](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-sellers-can-do-to-speed-up-the-closing-process): Accord Realty's guide explains how sellers can prepare for and avoid delays during the home-closing process. - [What Sellers Need to Know About Summer Buyers](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-sellers-need-to-know-about-summer-buyers): A seller-focused guide to understanding summer buyers and positioning a home for a successful sale. - [Which Mortgage is Right for You?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/which-mortgage-is-right-for-you): A guide comparing conventional, government-backed, fixed-rate, and adjustable-rate mortgages for prospective homebuyers. - [Cozy, Smart & Climate-Ready: What Buyers Want in Fall 2025](https://sellingdane.com/blog/cozy-smart-climate-ready-what-buyers-want-in-fall-2025): Accord Realty examines the home features, systems, and climate-ready upgrades attracting buyers in fall 2025. - [Why Use a NAR Green Designee](https://sellingdane.com/blog/why-use-a-nar-green-designee): Accord Realty explains how NAR Green Designees help buyers and sellers evaluate sustainable, energy-efficient, and resource-conscious homes. - [Middleton Hills in August: A Reopened Court, Theater Night, and Neighbor-Recommended Restaurants](https://sellingdane.com/blog/middleton-hills-in-august-a-reopened-court-a-theater-night-and-the-restaurants-neighbors-actually-recommend): A resident-focused guide to Middleton Hills parks, trails, restaurants, and August community events. - [Use November to Test-Drive a New Neighborhood](https://sellingdane.com/blog/buying-in-2026-use-november-to-test-drive-a-new-neighborhood): A practical guide to exploring prospective neighborhoods in November before buying a home in 2026. - [Schenk's Point](https://sellingdane.com/blog/schenks-point): A sold first-floor garden condo at Schenk's Point in Madison's walkable Atwood neighborhood. - [10 Creative Ways to Get Your Offer Accepted](https://sellingdane.com/blog/10-creative-ways-to-get-your-offer-accepted): A real-estate guide outlining creative strategies buyers can use to make offers more appealing in a competitive housing market. - [10 of the Most Expensive Homes Sold This Year](https://sellingdane.com/blog/10-of-the-most-expensive-homes-sold-this-year): A roundup of major luxury-home sales across the United States during 2020. - [10 Things To Do While You're Social Distancing](https://sellingdane.com/blog/10-things-to-do-while-youre-social-distancing): Accord Realty shares ten at-home activities for staying entertained, productive, and connected during social distancing. - [10 Ways to Make Your Fall Open House Extra-Cozy](https://sellingdane.com/blog/10-ways-to-make-your-fall-open-house-extra-cozy): Accord Realty's guide offers ten ways to create a cozy, inviting fall open house for prospective home buyers. - [15 Housewarming Party Tips That Keep It Simple (and Fun)](https://sellingdane.com/blog/15-housewarming-party-tips-that-keep-it-simple-and-actually-fun): A practical guide to planning a relaxed, low-stress housewarming party with manageable hosting, food, lighting, and cleanup ideas. - [15 Questions You Should Ask Your Agent Before You Hire Them](https://sellingdane.com/blog/15-questions-you-should-ask-your-agent-before-you-hire-them): Accord Realty's guide outlines 15 questions sellers should ask prospective real estate agents before hiring them. - [2 Pending Offers This Week!](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2-pending-offers-this-week): Accord Realty reports two accepted offers at Mill Creek Estates and details the development's condominium features and builder history. - [2 Surprising Things Homebuyers Want](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2-surprising-things-homebuyers-want): Accord Realty article examines why homebuyers continue to prioritize garages and private patios despite low inventory. - [2 Things You Can Do Now to Buy a Home This Year](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2-things-you-can-do-now-to-position-yourself-to-buy-a-home-this-year): Accord Realty article explains how mortgage pre-approval can help prospective buyers prepare and compete in the home-buying process. - [2015 Market Stats](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2015-market-stats): A market update reports Dane County's 2015 home sales and median-price performance. - [2019 Downtown Madison Market Round-Up](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2019-downtown-madison-market-round-up): A market roundup explaining Downtown Madison's 2019 housing trends and the data relevant to prospective sellers. - [Buyer Trends for 2020](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2020-buyer-trends): A seller-focused guide to millennial demand, home prices, iBuyers, and mortgage-rate trends affecting the housing market. - [2021 Design Trends to Help Your Home Sell](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2021-design-trends-to-help-your-home-sell): Accord Realty's article reviews 2021 home design trends, including color palettes, multipurpose spaces, nostalgic decor, shiplap alternatives, and smart kitchen appliances. - [2022 Real Estate Predictions: What to Expect From the Market](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2022-real-estate-predictions-what-to-expect-from-the-market): Accord Realty analyzes competing forecasts for housing prices and market conditions in the United States and Canada. - [Home Staging Trends: How to Make Your Home Appeal to Buyers](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2023-home-staging-trends-how-to-make-your-home-appeal-to-buyers): Accord Realty's guide explains 2023 home-staging trends and how sellers can make properties more appealing to buyers. - [2024 Kitchen Upgrades for Holiday Hosts](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2024-kitchen-upgrades-for-holiday-hosts): A practical guide to quick kitchen upgrades designed to make holiday hosting easier while potentially improving home value. - [3 Kitchen Organization Hacks](https://sellingdane.com/blog/3-kitchen-organization-hacks): Accord Realty shares three practical kitchen organization hacks for maximizing storage and maintaining a clean, uncluttered space. - [Just Listed: 3415 Sunset Dr](https://sellingdane.com/blog/3415-sunset-dr): Accord Realty's listing announcement for a newly completed Craftsman home at 3415 Sunset Dr in Shorewood Hills, Madison. - [Accord Realty 3D Tours](https://sellingdane.com/blog/3d-tours): Accord Realty showcases immersive 3D property tours across Madison-area listings. - [4 Tips to Improve Your Home and Save on Your Energy Bill](https://sellingdane.com/blog/4-tips-to-improve-your-home-and-save-on-your-energy-bill): Accord Realty outlines four home upgrades that can reduce energy costs and improve appeal to potential buyers. - [5,300 Reasons to Be Happy You're a Homeowner](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-300-reasons-to-be-happy-youre-a-homeowner): A real-estate article explains recent homeowner equity gains and how rising property values may help owners move. - [Seller Beware: Don't Make These Top 5 Home-Selling Mistakes](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-common-mistakes-sellers-make): Accord Realty article explaining five common seller mistakes plus the importance of professional listing photos. - [5 Reasons Listing Your Home for Sale This Fall Makes Sense](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-compelling-reasons-listing-your-home-for-sale-this-fall-makes-sense): A real-estate article outlines five reasons homeowners may benefit from listing their homes for sale in the fall. - [5 Home Design Trends to Watch in 2022](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-home-design-trends-to-watch-in-2022): A 2022 roundup of predicted home design and building trends from The Plan Collection, covering finishes, kitchens, interiors, flooring, and architectural forms. - [5 Home Essentials Worth Upgrading This Black Friday](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-home-essentials-worth-upgrading-this-black-friday): Accord Realty's blog outlines five home categories worth considering for Black Friday upgrades, from appliances and furniture to electronics and dcor. - [Home Renovation Projects That Will Give You the Highest ROI](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-home-renovation-projects-that-will-give-you-the-highest-roi): Accord Realty's blog outlines five home renovation projects intended to improve property value and attract buyers. - [5 Homes With Beautiful Kitchens Under $500K](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-homes-with-beautiful-kitchens-under-500k): A curated guide to five homes for sale featuring attractive kitchens priced below $500,000. - [Hottest Paint Colors of 2019](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-hottest-paint-colors-of-2019): A curated guide to five 2019 interior paint colors, with suggested uses, retailers, and color-of-the-year distinctions. - [5 Neighborhood Amenities That Increase Your Home's Value](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-neighborhood-amenities-that-increase-your-homes-value): Accord Realty explains five neighborhood amenities that can increase residential property values. - [5 Secret Sources of Down Payment Money](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-secret-sources-of-down-payment-money): Accord Realty article outlining five overlooked ways prospective homebuyers can assemble down payment funds. - [5 Sustainable Home Trends for Eco-Conscious Homeowners](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-sustainable-home-trends-for-eco-conscious-homeowners): A real-estate blog article outlining five sustainable home trends that can reduce environmental impact and increase property appeal. - [5 Things Every First-Time Seller Should Know](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-things-every-first-time-seller-should-know): Accord Realty's guide explains five common setbacks first-time home sellers may face and how to prepare for them. - [5 Things That Feel Like Emergencies When You're Selling](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-things-that-feel-like-emergencies-when-youre-selling-but-arent): Accord Realty explains common selling setbacks that may feel urgent but are often manageable parts of the home-sale process. - [5 Tips for Downsizing and Decluttering](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-tips-for-downsizing-and-decluttering): Accord Realty shares five practical tips for decluttering and downsizing a home, from prioritizing needs to creating effective storage. - [5 Tips to Prep Home for Holidays](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-tips-to-prep-your-home-for-holidays): A practical guide to preparing a home for holiday entertaining through dining, kitchen, seating, accessory, and bathroom updates. - [6 Things Sellers Need to Know that Weren't True Last Year](https://sellingdane.com/blog/6-things-sellers-need-to-know-today-that-werent-true-last-year): An overview of six housing-market changes sellers should understand as pandemic-era conditions moderate. - [6 Things You Should Never Do at Your Open House](https://sellingdane.com/blog/6-things-you-should-never-do-at-your-open-house): Accord Realty outlines six mistakes homeowners should avoid when preparing for and hosting an open house. - [6 To-Do's All Sellers Need to Check Off Before Listing](https://sellingdane.com/blog/6-to-dos-all-sellers-need-to-check-off-before-listing): A seller-preparation guide covering cleaning, repairs, and exterior improvements before listing a home. - [7 Accounts You Should Follow On Instagram If You Love HGTV](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-accounts-you-should-follow-on-instagram-if-you-love-hgtv): A guide to seven Instagram accounts offering home design, DIY, decor, and travel inspiration for HGTV fans. - [7 Real Estate Negotiation Tactics That Work](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-real-estate-negotiation-tactics-that-work): Accord Realty outlines seven negotiation tactics intended to help homeowners secure stronger offers and terms when selling a home. - [7 Spectacular Outdoor Projects to Boost Home Value](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-spectacular-outdoor-projects-to-boost-home-value): Guide to seven outdoor improvements that can enhance home value, appeal, usability, and resale potential. - [Designing for Multi-Functionality in Every Room](https://sellingdane.com/blog/adaptable-homes-designing-for-multi-functionality-in-every-room): Accord Realty discusses how multifunctional home features can support modern lifestyles and appeal to buyers and sellers. - [Explore Homes Anytime, Anywhere with Virtual Tours](https://sellingdane.com/blog/adventure-awaits-explore-homes-anytime-anywhere-with-virtual-tours): An Accord Realty article explains how virtual tours make home searching more convenient, immersive, efficient, accessible, and safe. - [Affordability Redefined: New Home Awaits at Point Gardens](https://sellingdane.com/blog/affordability-redefined-your-new-home-awaits-at-point-gardens): A comparison of Point Gardens' affordable new construction homes with Dane County pricing, efficiency standards, and lifestyle features. - [Amazing Holiday Light Displays In Southern Wisconsin](https://sellingdane.com/blog/amazing-holiday-light-displays-in-southern-wisconsin): A guide to holiday light displays and seasonal family activities across Southern Wisconsin, including Madison, Janesville, Caledonia, and Waukesha. - [Are Buyers In the Driver's Seat Again? And What It Means](https://sellingdane.com/blog/are-buyers-in-the-drivers-seat-again-and-what-that-could-mean-for-you): Advice article explaining how shifting housing conditions and financing options may benefit today's home buyers. - [Are You Missing Out on Homeowner Tax Breaks?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/are-you-missing-out-on-homeowner-tax-breaks): A guide to homeowner and rental-property tax deductions, including mortgage interest, renovations, home offices, property taxes, and depreciation. - [Ask These 8 Questions Before Hiring a Real Estate Agent](https://sellingdane.com/blog/ask-these-8-questions-before-hiring-a-real-estate-agent): Accord Realty's guide outlines eight questions to ask before choosing a real estate agent for a home purchase or sale. - [8 Easy Tips for Hosting the Ultimate Summer Party](https://sellingdane.com/blog/backyard-bbq-season-is-here-8-tips-for-hosting-the-ultimate-party): Accord Realty's blog offers eight practical tips for hosting a relaxed, memorable backyard BBQ without unnecessary stress or expense. - [Benefits of Embracing a Smaller Yard](https://sellingdane.com/blog/benefits-of-embracing-a-smaller-yard): An Accord Realty article explains how compact yards can enhance tiny-home living through sustainability, affordability, and easier personalization. - [Best Date Night Spots For Valentine's Day](https://sellingdane.com/blog/best-date-night-spots-for-valentines-day): A Dane County real estate blog entry highlighting romantic and alternative Valentine's Day activities. - [Best in American Living Awards Showcase Top Design Trends](https://sellingdane.com/blog/best-in-american-living-awards-showcase-top-design-trends-for-2022): A real-estate blog article examines design trends highlighted by the 2021 Best in American Living Awards. - [Beyond Orange & Pumpkin: The Fall Color Palettes](https://sellingdane.com/blog/beyond-orange-pumpkin-the-fall-color-palettes-designers-swear-by): A design guide covering refined fall color palettes, seasonal updates, and seller-friendly ways to refresh interiors. - [Big Demand for Small Homes](https://sellingdane.com/blog/big-demand-for-small-homes): Accord Realty article explaining why smaller homes are gaining demand among younger buyers and aging homeowners. - [Cool Weather: How to Amp Up Your Winter Curb Appeal](https://sellingdane.com/blog/cool-weather-warm-welcome-how-to-amp-up-your-winter-curb-appeal): Accord Realty's blog outlines practical ways to improve a home's winter curb appeal for visitors and potential buyers. - [Don't Miss Your Chance to Move This Summer](https://sellingdane.com/blog/dont-miss-your-chance-to-move-this-summer): A practical guide to preparing for and completing a home move before summer ends. - [Dream Backyards of 2025: What Luxury Homebuyers Really Want](https://sellingdane.com/blog/dream-backyards-of-2025-what-luxury-homebuyers-really-want): An Accord Realty blog article explores the backyard features luxury homebuyers are prioritizing in 2025. - [Sustainable Living with Point Gardens' Winter Promotion!](https://sellingdane.com/blog/embrace-sustainable-living-with-point-gardens-winter-promotion): A promotional article highlighting Point Gardens' solar incentive and eco-conscious approach to modern home living. - [Everything You Need to Know About Home Appraisals](https://sellingdane.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-home-appraisals): A practical guide explaining home appraisal procedures, preparation strategies, appraisal reports, low valuations, and appraisal versus inspection. - [Exclusive Offering: Loraine Penthouse #1007](https://sellingdane.com/blog/exclusive-offering-loraine-penthouse-1007): Listing profile for the Loraine Penthouse #1007, a sold luxury condominium overlooking Madison's Capitol Square. - [Tips for Buying a Home During the Holidays](https://sellingdane.com/blog/expert-advice-for-buying-a-home-during-the-holidays): Accord Realty's guide outlines practical advice for buying a home during the holiday season. - [Fannie Mae Removes Minimum Credit Score](https://sellingdane.com/blog/fannie-mae-removes-minimum-credit-score-what-it-means-for-homebuyers): Accord Realty explains how Fannie Mae's removal of its 620 minimum credit-score requirement may affect conventional-loan eligibility. - [Financing Options at Point Gardens](https://sellingdane.com/blog/financing-options-at-point-gardens): Financing guide outlining WHEDA, conventional, and VA loan scenarios for Point Gardens homes in Poynette. - [First-Time Homebuyer? Do This, Not That.](https://sellingdane.com/blog/first-time-homebuyer-do-this-not-that): Accord Realty's guide outlines practical dos and don'ts for navigating a first home purchase. - [Gifts for Homeowners: Must-Have Items for Every New Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/gifts-for-homeowners-top-10-must-have-items-for-every-new-home): A curated guide to ten practical and personalized gifts for people settling into a new home. - [Here's What Every Seller Needs to Know About Virtual Showing](https://sellingdane.com/blog/heres-what-every-seller-needs-to-know-about-virtual-showings): A seller-focused guide to preparing a home for virtual showings during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. - [Home Renovations that Don't Actually Put Money in Your Pocket](https://sellingdane.com/blog/home-renovations-that-dont-actually-put-money-in-your-pocket): Accord Realty compares home renovations that may hurt resale value with affordable improvements that can boost return on investment. - [What is Virtual Staging and Does It Work?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/home-sellers-what-is-virtual-staging-and-does-it-work): An article explains virtual staging, its reported sales impact, and practical guidelines for using it when selling a home. - [Home Staging 101](https://sellingdane.com/blog/home-staging-101): Accord Realty's guide explains DIY, virtual, and professional home-staging options for sellers. - [How an Agent Can Help Before, During, & After Your Home Sale](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-a-real-estate-agent-can-help-before-during-after-your-home-sale): An Accord Realty article explains how agents support sellers before, during, and after a home sale. - [How AI Is Changing the Home Search (And What It Can't Do)](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-ai-is-changing-the-home-search-and-what-it-still-cant-do): An Accord Realty article explains AI's strengths in home research and the continuing value of local agent expertise. - [How Do I Know What My Home Is Worth?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-do-i-know-what-my-home-is-worth): Accord Realty explains how homeowners can estimate property value and why local real estate expertise improves accuracy. - [How Long You Should Live In Your Home Before You Sell It](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-long-you-should-live-in-your-home-before-you-sell-it): A real-estate guide explains how mortgage costs, equity, market conditions, life changes, taxes, and closing costs affect selling timing. - [How to Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-buy-and-sell-a-home-at-the-same-time): A practical guide to coordinating the sale of one home with the purchase of another. - [How to Compare Offers Without Guessing](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-compare-offers-without-guessing): Accord Realty explains how sellers can compare competing home offers by weighing price, financing, contingencies, timing, concessions, and closing certainty. - [How To Find The Right Neighborhood For You](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-find-the-right-neighborhood-for-you): Accord Realty's guide explains how to evaluate neighborhoods during the home-buying process. - [How to Get Your Home Ready for the Market in 30 Days](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-get-your-home-ready-for-the-market-in-30-days): A 30-day guide from Accord Realty outlines practical steps to prepare a home for sale, from decluttering and repairs to photography and showings. - [How To Guide: Sell Your Home & Buy a New One at the Same Time](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-guide-sell-your-home-buy-a-new-one-at-the-same-time): A practical guide to coordinating the sale of an existing home with the purchase of a new one. - [How to House Hunt (Successfully)](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-house-hunt-successfully): A practical guide to navigating competitive housing markets with flexible strategies, technology, negotiation, and expert real-estate guidance. - [How to Maximize Your Budget When Buying a New Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-maximize-your-budget-when-buying-a-new-home): Accord Realty's guide outlines strategies for maximizing a home-buying budget while preserving essential needs and long-term value. - [How to Navigate the Housing Affordability Crisis](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-navigate-the-housing-affordability-crisis): Guide to navigating housing unaffordability with rental, mortgage, home-search, and location strategies. - [How to Spot Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods Before They Boom](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-spot-up-and-coming-neighborhoods-before-they-boom): Accord Realty's guide outlines indicators that neighborhoods may be poised for growth before becoming widely recognized. - [How to Start an Indoor Food Garden (for Beginners)](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-start-an-indoor-food-garden-for-beginners): A beginner's guide to growing herbs, greens, vegetables, and strawberries indoors. - [How to Win When You're Not the Highest Offer](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-win-when-youre-not-the-highest-offer): Accord Realty's guide explains how financed buyers can strengthen competitive offers beyond the purchase price. - [How Your Home's "Deal Breaker" Can Attract the Perfect Buyer](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-your-homes-deal-breaker-can-attract-the-perfect-buyer): Accord Realty article explains how sellers can reframe challenging home features to attract suitable buyers. - [If We Had $1500 to Prep a Home for Sale, Here's What We'd Do](https://sellingdane.com/blog/if-we-only-had-dollar1500-to-prep-a-home-for-sale-heres-what-wed-do): Accord Realty's guide outlines how to allocate $1,500 toward practical home-sale preparation improvements. - [Is My Window to Buy a Home Finally Opening?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/is-my-window-to-buy-a-home-finally-opening): An analysis of rising mortgage rates, increasing inventory, and price cuts as potential signs that homebuyers may regain leverage. - [It's True: Home's Listed in June Sell for More](https://sellingdane.com/blog/its-true-homes-listed-in-early-june-sell-for-more): A real-estate blog article explains why listing homes in early June may improve sale prices. - [Just Listed at The Loraine](https://sellingdane.com/blog/just-listed-at-the-loraine): A listing feature for two newly available one-bedroom condominiums in Madison's historic Loraine building. - [Looking For Something To Do New Years Eve?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/looking-for-something-to-do-new-years-eve): A guide to Madison-area New Year's Eve dining, concerts, performances, comedy, family activities, and hotel celebrations. - [Open House vs Private Showing: Which One Gets You the Advantage?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-house-vs-private-showing-which-one-gets-you-the-advantage): Accord Realty compares open houses and private showings, explaining when each approach benefits home buyers. - [Paint Trends for 2022](https://sellingdane.com/blog/paint-trends-for-2022): A guide to 2022 paint trends, including color selections and decorating advice from Benjamin Moore, Behr, and Valspar. - [Predictions: What to Expect in the 2021 Real Estate Market](https://sellingdane.com/blog/predictions-what-to-expect-in-the-2021-real-estate-market): A real-estate blog article forecasting U.S. housing-market trends and practical implications for buyers and sellers in 2021. - [Pros & Cons Of Listing Your Home In The "Winter"](https://sellingdane.com/blog/pros-and-cons-of-listing-your-home-in-the-winter): Accord Realty outlines the advantages and drawbacks of listing a home during winter, including buyer activity, competition, pricing, and offers. - [Scared of Selling Your Home? Common Fears Home Sellers Have](https://sellingdane.com/blog/scared-of-selling-your-home-common-fears-home-sellers-have): Accord Realty article examines common fears homeowners face when selling, including market conditions, interest rates, inventory, relocation, and property readiness. - [Should You Buy a House If the Kitchen Isn't Your Style?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/should-you-buy-a-house-if-the-kitchen-isnt-your-style): Accord Realty guide to evaluating whether a home with outdated kitchens, bathrooms, or basements is worth buying. - [The 25 Most Expensive Homes in the USA](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-25-most-expensive-homes-in-the-usa): Accord Realty's article surveys the 25 most expensive homes in the United States and highlights their extraordinary amenities and locations. - [The Best Places To See The Holiday Lights in North America](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-best-places-to-see-the-holiday-lights-in-north-america): A guide to notable holiday light displays across North America, from Hersheypark in Pennsylvania to Vancouver's VanDusen Botanical Garden. - [The Hidden Costs Of Selling Your Home The Silicon Valley Way](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-hidden-costs-of-selling-your-home-the-silicon-valley-way): An Accord Realty blog article examines hidden costs and risks of tech-backed home-selling alternatives. - [The Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Home Ready to Sell](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-step-by-step-guide-to-getting-your-home-ready-to-sell): Accord Realty's guide outlines practical steps for preparing a home for sale, from decluttering and repairs to staging and market launch. - [7 Things Sellers Remove That Actually Help Homes Sell](https://sellingdane.com/blog/think-twice-7-things-sellers-remove-that-actually-help-homes-sell): Accord Realty article explains seven home features sellers should consider preserving to attract buyers and support perceived value. - [Tips to Sell Your Home in the Dog Days of Summer](https://sellingdane.com/blog/tips-to-sell-your-home-in-the-dog-days-of-summer): A practical guide to preparing and presenting a home for sale during the hottest summer months. - [Weatherization: Good, Better, Best](https://sellingdane.com/blog/weatherization-good-better-best): A practical guide to home weatherization options, from basic DIY sealing to comprehensive insulation and air-sealing upgrades. - [What 18 Top Economists Say About US Home Values](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-18-top-economists-say-about-us-home-values-in-the-months-to-come): An analysis compiles 18 economists' forecasts for U.S. home values amid rising mortgage rates, low inventory, and weakening demand. - [What Actually Happens During the Closing Process?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-actually-happens-during-the-closing-process): Accord Realty explains the main stages of a home purchase closing, from pre-closing preparations through document recording and moving in. - [What Buyers Are Looking For In 2022](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-buyers-are-looking-for-in-2022): Accord Realty's article outlines home features buyers prioritize in the 2022 residential market. - [What do REALTORS do?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-does-a-realtor-do): Accord Realty's article explains a REALTOR's professional role, qualifications, client services, and the qualities buyers and sellers should expect. - [What Experts Have to Say About the Fall Real Estate Market](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-experts-have-to-say-about-the-fall-real-estate-market): A market analysis covering fall housing prices, sales, inventory, mortgage rates, and time on market. - [What Happens If My Home Doesn't Sell?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-happens-if-my-home-doesnt-sell): Accord Realty outlines practical strategies for homeowners whose properties have not sold as quickly as expected. - [What Is the First Step to Buy a Home?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-is-the-first-step-to-buy-a-home): Accord Realty's guide explains the financial preparation, mortgage pre-approval, and planning involved in beginning a home purchase. - [What Does the Infrastructure Bill Mean for Home Sellers?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-the-1t-infrastructure-bill-means-for-home-sellers): An article explaining how federal infrastructure, housing, and zoning proposals could affect home sellers and local housing markets. - [Pet-Friendly by Design: What to Look for in a Home When You Have Animals](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-to-look-for-in-a-home-when-you-have-animals): Accord Realty's guide explains what buyers and sellers should consider when pets are part of the household. - [What Would a Recession Mean for Real Estate in 2023?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-would-a-recession-mean-for-real-estate-in-2023): Article examining how a potential recession could affect interest rates, home prices, buyers, and sellers in the real estate market. - [What You Need to Know About Closing Costs for Home Sellers](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-closing-costs-for-home-sellers): A seller-focused guide explaining common home-sale closing costs, ways to reduce them, and steps to prepare for closing. - [What's Home Equity and How Do You Build It?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/whats-home-equity-and-how-do-you-build-it): Accord Realty explains what home equity is, how mortgage payments and appreciation build it, and ways homeowners can accelerate growth or access it. - [What's It Cost? Homeownership Expenses Beyond Your Mortgage](https://sellingdane.com/blog/whats-it-cost-homeownership-expenses-beyond-your-mortgage): A guide to the additional costs homeowners should budget for beyond monthly mortgage payments. - [What's Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now](https://sellingdane.com/blog/whats-motivating-homeowners-to-move-right-now): Accord Realty article explaining why homeowners are choosing to sell despite mortgage-rate concerns. - [What's the First Step of Buying a Home?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/whats-the-first-step-of-buying-a-home): A real estate blog article explains how buyers can clarify their needs, priorities, lifestyle, location, and budget before viewing listings. - [What's Your Exit Plan? Selling with a Bigger Goal in Mind](https://sellingdane.com/blog/whats-your-exit-plan-selling-with-a-bigger-goal-in-mind): Accord Realty article explaining how to align a home sale with broader life goals, timing, market conditions, and a plan for what comes next. - [When Is the Right Time to Buy a Second Home?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/when-is-the-right-time-to-buy-a-second-home): Accord Realty's guide explains when finances, market conditions, intended use, responsibilities, and location support buying a second home. - [When Can Home Sellers Expect a Drop in Home Prices?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/when-will-home-prices-come-down): Accord Realty discusses rising interest rates, cooling demand, and when home prices may begin declining. - [Who's My Neighbor? Ways to Connect with Your Community](https://sellingdane.com/blog/whos-my-neighbor-ways-to-connect-with-your-community): Accord Realty article explains practical ways to build neighborhood connections and how community ties can benefit residents and property values. - [Why Madison?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/why-madison): Accord Realty explains why Madison, Wisconsin appeals to people considering relocation. - [Why Now Is a Good Time to Buy a Home (No, Really)](https://sellingdane.com/blog/why-now-is-a-good-time-to-buy-a-home-no-really): Accord Realty explains why buying during the colder, slower real-estate season may benefit homebuyers. - [Why the Holiday Season Might Be the Best Time to Buy a Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/why-the-holiday-season-might-be-the-best-time-to-buy-a-home): Accord Realty explains why year-end home shopping may benefit buyers through lower competition, motivated sellers, and winter property insights. - [Why You Shouldn't "For Sale By Owner"](https://sellingdane.com/blog/why-you-shouldnt-for-sale-by-owner): Accord Realty explains five reasons homeowners may benefit from using a real estate agent instead of selling FSBO. - [Why Your First Week on the Market Is the Most Important](https://sellingdane.com/blog/why-your-first-week-on-the-market-is-the-most-important): Accord Realty article explaining why a home's first week on the market can influence buyer interest, pricing, and sale outcomes. - [Will I Be Able to Afford More House Next Year Than Now?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/will-i-be-able-to-afford-more-house-next-year-than-i-can-right-now): Accord Realty discusses whether buyers may afford more house next year amid changing mortgage rates, inventory, prices, and inflation. - [Will Mortgage Rates Go Down in 2023?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/will-mortgage-rates-go-down-in-2023): An analysis of the factors driving mortgage rates and expert forecasts for their direction in 2023. - [Winter Home Selling Tips From the Pros](https://sellingdane.com/blog/winter-home-selling-tips-from-the-pros): A practical guide to preparing and marketing a home for sale during the winter season. - [Worried About Home Buyer's Remorse? Tips to Avoid Regret](https://sellingdane.com/blog/worried-about-home-buyers-remorse-these-5-tips-will-help-avoid-regret): Accord Realty's guide outlines five ways homebuyers can reduce buyer's remorse before and after making an offer. - [Year-Over-Year Rental Prices on the Rise](https://sellingdane.com/blog/year-over-year-rental-prices-on-the-rise): Accord Realty article explains rising rents and argues that low 2020 mortgage rates could make homeownership financially attractive. - [You Found the One. Here's How to Win It.](https://sellingdane.com/blog/you-found-the-one-heres-how-to-win-it): Accord Realty's guide explains how buyers can strengthen and strategically structure offers to compete successfully for a home. - [You'll Want to Hoard This One!](https://sellingdane.com/blog/youll-want-to-hoard-this-one): A property feature for a custom-designed, renovated two-bedroom home backing up to Demetral Park in Madison, Wisconsin. - [What to Do if Your Home Has Been on the Market for Week](https://sellingdane.com/blog/your-home-has-been-on-the-market-for-weeks-heres-what-to-do-next): Accord Realty explains why homes remain unsold after several weeks and outlines practical steps sellers can take to improve results. - [Love your listing](https://sellingdane.com/blog/your-listing): Accord Realty explains its home-selling strategy, highlighting marketing, presentation, staging, and team experience. - [Buying or Selling Your Madison Area Home By the End of 2021?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/buying-or-selling-your-madison-area-home-by-the-end-of-2021): A Madison-area real estate guide outlines a month-by-month plan for buyers and sellers working toward a six- or nine-month timeline. - [Spring Home Sales: Why Agent Tech Skills Matter](https://sellingdane.com/blog/selling-your-home-heres-why-your-agents-tech-skills-matter): Accord Realty explains how an agent's technology skills can improve home-selling marketing, pricing, communication, and efficiency. - [You're Not Just Buying a Home, You're Buying a Lifestyle](https://sellingdane.com/blog/youre-not-just-buying-a-home-youre-buying-a-lifestyle-fall-2025): Accord Realty offers fall home-buying guidance focused on lifestyle, surroundings, seasonal conditions, future needs, and flexible priorities. - [Innovative Financing Options for Affordable Housing](https://sellingdane.com/blog/innovative-financing-options-for-affordable-housing): A guide to financing strategies that can make affordable homeownership more accessible. - [Is Buying A Home Right Now A Mistake?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/is-buying-a-home-right-now-a-mistake): Accord Realty discusses signs that buying a home may not be the right decision yet and factors prospective buyers should consider. - [Is It Time to Sell Your Home? Here Are The Signs It Might Be](https://sellingdane.com/blog/is-it-time-to-sell-your-home-here-are-the-signs-it-might-be): Accord Realty outlines five signs that homeowners may be ready to sell, from changing needs and costly upkeep to financial readiness and relocation plans. - [Sell in 2022 or Wait Until Next Year?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/is-it-too-late-to-sell-my-home-in-2022): A real-estate guide examines whether homeowners should sell in late 2022 or wait until spring 2023. - [Is Now a Good Time to Refinance?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/is-now-a-good-time-to-refinance-my-home): Accord Realty article outlining considerations for homeowners deciding whether to refinance their homes. - [Is Selling Your Home Right Now A Mistake?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/is-selling-your-home-right-now-a-mistake): A real-estate article examines when selling your home could be a mistake and how to evaluate common concerns before listing. - [Join Us For Catch's 3rd Annual Roaring 20's Party](https://sellingdane.com/blog/join-us-november-11th-2016-for-catchs-3rd-annual-roaring-20s-party): Accord Realty's announcement for CATCH's 2016 Roaring 20s Party benefiting American Family Children's Hospital in Madison. - [JUST LISTED: 1 of 2 remaining at Mill Creek](https://sellingdane.com/blog/just-listed-1-of-2-remaining-at-mill-creek): Accord Realty presents a remaining Mill Creek Estates condominium in Madison, highlighting its design, amenities, location, and customization opportunity. - [Just Listed at Mill Creek](https://sellingdane.com/blog/just-listed-at-mill-creek): A listing article presents a condominium at Mill Creek Estates, highlighting its upgrades, conservancy setting, amenities, and proximity to Madison attractions. - [The 5 Most Instagram Worthy Places Near You](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-5-most-instagram-worthy-places-near-you): Accord Realty highlights local spots suited to Instagram photography, from notable architecture to local art. - [5 Ways To Make Your Home Smart ](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-ways-to-make-your-home-smart): Accord Realty's guide outlines five affordable smart-home upgrades and explains how connected devices may appeal to buyers and add value. - [5 Ways to Win in a Competitive Housing Market](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-ways-to-win-in-a-competitive-housing-market): Accord Realty outlines five unconventional strategies buyers can use to strengthen offers and compete in bidding wars. - [Smart Home Technologies That Increase Home Value?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/smart-home-technologies-that-increase-home-value): Accord Realty explains how smart home technologies can improve security, convenience, efficiency, and resale value. - [JUST LISTED: Loraine #310](https://sellingdane.com/blog/just-listed-loraine-310): Listing for a historic one-bedroom condo at 123 W. Washington Ave #310 in Madison's Loraine building. - [Just looking? These 7 Home Features Should Be On Your Radar](https://sellingdane.com/blog/just-looking-these-7-home-features-should-be-on-your-radar): A home-buying guide outlining seven features to evaluate before beginning a property search. - [6 Signs A Home Might Be "The One"](https://sellingdane.com/blog/6-signs-a-home-might-me-the-one): A real-estate article outlines six signs that a home may be the right choice for a buyer. - [7 Low-Stress Things to Do Now If You Want to Buy In 2026](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-low-stress-things-to-do-now-if-you-want-to-buy-in-2026): Accord Realty's guide outlines seven practical steps for preparing to buy a home in 2026 without holiday-season stress. - [7 Tips for a Successful Summer Open House](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-tips-for-a-successful-summer-open-house): Accord Realty's guide offers seven practical tips for preparing and hosting a successful summer open house. - [6 Things You Need to Know Before Selling Your Home in 2022](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-6-things-you-need-to-know-before-selling-your-home-in-2022): A real-estate guide outlining six considerations for homeowners preparing to sell amid changing market conditions. - [10-Day Declutter Challenge](https://sellingdane.com/blog/10-day-declutter-challenge): A practical 10-day home decluttering guide from Accord Realty, organized by rooms and specific household areas. - [5 Steps Smart Sellers Take to Generate Offers](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-steps-smart-sellers-take-to-generate-offers): A real-estate advice article outlines five strategies sellers can use to attract buyers and generate multiple offers. - [8 Resolutions to Make If You're Selling Your Home in 2021](https://sellingdane.com/blog/8-resolutions-to-make-if-youre-selling-your-home-in-2021): A guide to preparing a home for sale, covering finances, improvements, decluttering, curb appeal, pests, and agent selection. - [8 Simple Steps for Home Buyers](https://sellingdane.com/blog/8-simple-steps-for-home-buyers): Accord Realty outlines eight steps guiding buyers from lender preparation and property searches through closing and moving into a new home. - [802 Blue Aster Trl](https://sellingdane.com/blog/802-blue-aster-trail): A property feature showcasing a sold, 7,000-plus-square-foot modern family home at 802/806 Blue Aster Trail in Middleton, Wisconsin. - [9 Cleaning Tips Before You Sell Your Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/9-cleaning-tips-before-you-sell-your-home): Accord Realty provides a pre-sale home-cleaning checklist covering fixtures, appliances, surfaces, windows, floors, and carpets. - [A Wrestler & the Contractor](https://sellingdane.com/blog/a-wrestler-the-contractor): A real-estate feature on two condominium homes in Madison's historic Loraine Building, highlighting Capitol views, kitchens, and architectural history. - [Best Advice for First Time Homebuyers](https://sellingdane.com/blog/best-advice-for-first-time-homebuyers): Accord Realty offers practical advice for first-time homebuyers navigating research, expectations, showings, and the home search process. - [Best Black Friday Deals For Your Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/best-black-friday-deals-for-your-home): A shopping guide highlighting Black Friday discounts on smart-home technology, appliances, televisions, computers, and other gadgets. - [Best Homes In Dane County](https://sellingdane.com/blog/best-deals-in-dane-county): An Accord Realty article discusses price-reduced homes and changing market conditions in Dane County. - [Busy Year End at Mill Creek Estates](https://sellingdane.com/blog/busy-year-end-at-mill-creek-estates): Accord Realty reports three accepted offers at Mill Creek Estates in Madison, Wisconsin, and invites readers to Sunday open houses. - [Can Hygge Make My Home Happier?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/can-hygge-make-my-home-happier): A practical guide to using Danish hygge principles to create happier, cozier, and more appealing homes. - [Capitol Views From Every Window](https://sellingdane.com/blog/capitol-views-from-every-window): A sold Madison condo listing highlights Capitol views, a custom kitchen, and the historic Loraine Building. - [National Homeownership Month: Tribute to the American Dream](https://sellingdane.com/blog/celebrating-national-homeownership-month-a-tribute-to-the-american-dream): An Accord Realty blog article explains National Homeownership Month, homeownership's benefits, and ways to support broader access to the American Dream. - [Clearing Up Credit Score Confusion](https://sellingdane.com/blog/clearing-up-credit-score-confusion): Accord Realty article explains how credit scores affect mortgage qualification and conventional loan approval. - [Coming Soon: Loraine #507](https://sellingdane.com/blog/coming-soon): Coming-soon listing for a one-bedroom condo with den at Historic Loraine in downtown Madison, offered at $339,900. - [Common Homeowners Insurance Myths Debunked](https://sellingdane.com/blog/common-homeowners-insurance-myths-debunked): A homeowner-focused guide debunking common misconceptions about homeowners insurance coverage, exclusions, claims, valuables, and home-based work. - [Cracking The Comfort Code](https://sellingdane.com/blog/cracking-the-comfort-code): Guide explaining when insulation, air sealing, storm windows, or full window replacement best improve home comfort and energy efficiency. - [Does My Dream Home Already Exist?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/does-my-dream-home-already-exist): An Accord Realty article compares buyer interest in new construction with the convenience and cost advantages of existing homes. - [Don't Upgrade Your Home Yet-Offer Options](https://sellingdane.com/blog/dont-upgrade-your-home-yet-offer-options): A real-estate article explains why sellers may offer improvement credits instead of completing costly pre-sale renovations. - [Don't Upgrade Your Home Yet-Offer Options Instead](https://sellingdane.com/blog/dont-upgrade-your-home-yet-offer-options-instead): A real-estate article explains why sellers can offer renovation credits instead of upgrading homes before listing. - [19 S Broom St](https://sellingdane.com/blog/downtown-loft-style-condo): Listing for a $320,000 downtown loft-style condo at 19 S. Broom St. in Madison, Wisconsin. - [Back on the Market at Mill Creek](https://sellingdane.com/blog/mill-creek-estates): Listing overview of Mill Creek Estates, a ranch-style condominium community near conservancy land and walking trails in Madison. - [4 Landscaping Improvements That Make a Huge Difference](https://sellingdane.com/blog/4-landscaping-improvements-that-make-a-huge-difference): A practical guide to landscaping improvements that enhance curb appeal and can be completed during summer. - [JUST LISTED: Silkwood Charmer](https://sellingdane.com/blog/just-listed-silkwood-charmer): A listing overview for the Silkwood Charmer, a pending three-bedroom home at 8901 Silkwood Trail in Verona, Wisconsin. - [Just Sold at Mill Creek](https://sellingdane.com/blog/just-sold-at-mill-creek): Accord Realty highlights a recently sold luxury ranch-style condo at Mill Creek in Madison, Wisconsin. - [Just Sold at The Loraine!](https://sellingdane.com/blog/just-sold-at-the-loraine): Accord Realty highlights the sale of a penthouse at The Loraine in downtown Madison. - [Last Open Houses of 2015...](https://sellingdane.com/blog/last-open-houses-of-2015): A brief Accord Realty announcement about its final 2015 open houses at two Madison-area developments. - [List Now or Wait? A 2026 Seller Checklist](https://sellingdane.com/blog/list-now-or-wait-a-2026-seller-checklist): A practical checklist helps homeowners decide whether to list in winter, prepare for spring, or wait and reassess in 2026. - [Location, Location, Location: How to Pick the Perfect Neighborhood](https://sellingdane.com/blog/location-location-location-how-to-pick-the-perfect-neighborhood): Accord Realty's guide explains how homebuyers can evaluate neighborhoods for lifestyle fit, safety, affordability, and long-term value. - [Loraine to Receive Facelift](https://sellingdane.com/blog/loraine-to-receive-facelift): News release covering the planned exterior restoration of Madison's historic Loraine Condominiums. - [132 Vilas Hibbard Pkwy](https://sellingdane.com/blog/lost-in-lodi): Listing for a move-in-ready three-bedroom home near Lodi's pool, parks, restaurants, and golf course. - [Low Inventory Might Help You Sell Your Home During COVID](https://sellingdane.com/blog/low-inventory-might-help-you-sell-your-home-during-covid): A real-estate article explains how low inventory and pandemic-era selling adjustments may help homeowners attract buyers. - [Real Estate in 2024: What High-End Buyers Are Looking For](https://sellingdane.com/blog/luxury-real-estate-in-2024-what-high-end-buyers-are-looking-for): Accord Realty article examining the amenities, design, privacy, views, and security features sought by high-end luxury home buyers. - [Market Update: Falling Sales and Rising Prices](https://sellingdane.com/blog/market-update-falling-sales-and-rising-prices): A market update examines falling Wisconsin home sales, rising prices, constrained inventory, and Dane County housing trends. - [May is the Best Month to Sell a Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/may-is-the-best-month-to-sell-a-home): Accord Realty article explains why May is statistically the strongest month to list and sell a home. - [2023 Mid-Year Home Price Predictions from the Experts](https://sellingdane.com/blog/mid-year-home-price-predictions-from-the-experts): Accord Realty reviews expert forecasts for U.S. home prices and housing-market conditions in the second half of 2023. - [Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Three Things to Know](https://sellingdane.com/blog/mid-year-housing-market-update-three-things-to-know): A brief housing-market update outlining broad trends and purchase or sale considerations for the coming months. - [Should YOU Love It or List It?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/should-you-love-it-or-list-it): Accord Realty's guide examines when homeowners should sell, refinance, update, or remain in their current homes. - [You Have 1 Week Left to List Your Home This Year](https://sellingdane.com/blog/you-have-1-week-left-to-list-your-home-this-year): Accord Realty explains why homeowners may benefit from listing before the winter holidays rather than waiting until spring. - [Should I Wait to Sell My Home?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/reasons-you-may-want-to-wait-to-sell): Accord Realty weighs the advantages and drawbacks of selling a home during a fast-moving seller's market. - [Value-Boosting Home Design Trends for Fall 2023](https://sellingdane.com/blog/value-boosting-home-design-trends-for-fall-2023): Accord Realty outlines fall home design trends intended to refresh interiors and potentially improve perceived home value. - [Let's Talk Money: The Biggest Financial Questions Sellers Have](https://sellingdane.com/blog/lets-talk-money-the-biggest-financial-questions-sellers-have): An Accord Realty article explains commissions, selling expenses, taxes, earnest money, due diligence money, and home valuations for sellers. - [First Time Home Seller? Avoid These Mistakes](https://sellingdane.com/blog/first-time-home-seller-avoid-these-mistakes): A practical guide to common mistakes first-time home sellers should avoid when preparing and pricing a property for sale. - [Thoughtful Father's Day Gifts That Aren't Ties: 12 Ideas](https://sellingdane.com/blog/12-thoughtful-fathers-day-gifts-that-arent-ties): A guide to thoughtful Father's Day gifts beyond traditional ties, including everyday upgrades, experiences, and consumable treats. - [Furnished 2 Bedroom Apt in Vilas-Greenbush](https://sellingdane.com/blog/furnished-2-bedroom-apt-in-vilas-greenbush): Rental listing for a furnished two-bedroom apartment near Madison's UW campus and major hospitals. - [Going Green: How To Create an Energy-Efficient Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/going-green-how-to-make-your-home-more-energy-efficient): Accord Realty article outlining practical home upgrades and lifestyle changes to improve energy efficiency and reduce household energy costs. - [Things Homeowners Can Be Grateful For This Year](https://sellingdane.com/blog/things-homeowners-can-be-grateful-for-this-year): A homeowner-focused article outlines five reasons to feel grateful as 2021 ends. - [Have You Budgeted for Closing Costs?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/have-you-budgeted-for-closing-costs): Accord Realty explains typical closing costs and budgeting considerations for homebuyers. - [How A Millennial First-Time Homebuyer Made $100K](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-a-millennial-first-time-homebuyer-made-100k-on-his-first-home): A first-time Boston homebuyer explains how house hacking and renovations built substantial equity within three years. - [Buyer's Agent vs Listing Agent to Sell Your Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/buyers-agent-to-sell-your-home-vs-an-expert-listing-agent): Accord Realty compares buyer's agents and listing agents for homeowners deciding whom to hire to sell their property. - [Minimalist, Maximalist, or Somewhere In Between?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/minimalist-maximalist-or-somewhere-in-between): Accord Realty explores how minimalist, maximalist, and in-between home styles reflect personality and affect selling preparation. - [Navigating the Real Estate Math in Today's Market](https://sellingdane.com/blog/3-vs-5-vs-7-navigating-the-real-estate-math-in-todays-market): A real-estate article explains how 3%, 5%, and 7% mortgage rates affect long-term homeownership costs and monthly repayment strategies. - [How to Get a Mortgage and the Lowest Possible Rate?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-get-a-mortgage-and-the-lowest-possible-rate): A practical guide to securing a mortgage and pursuing the lowest available interest rate. - [Driftless Area Executive Home Showcase](https://sellingdane.com/blog/driftless-executive-home-showcase): Accord Realty's blog entry promotes a three-estate executive home tour in Wisconsin's Driftless region. - [Easy Home Updates Potential Buyers Will ](https://sellingdane.com/blog/easy-home-updates-potential-buyers-will): Accord Realty shares practical, low-cost home updates intended to improve buyer appeal before listing. - [Eco-friendly Upgrades That Pay for Themselves](https://sellingdane.com/blog/eco-friendly-upgrades-that-pay-for-themselves): A guide to eco-friendly home upgrades that can reduce utility costs, improve efficiency, and potentially increase resale value. - [Embarking on a new chapter](https://sellingdane.com/blog/embarking-on-a-new-chapter): Accord Realty announces its relocation from The Loraine to a new office in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. - [Fabulous on Few St](https://sellingdane.com/blog/fabulous-on-few-st): Sold-property feature describing a renovated historic home at 315 N. Few Street in Madison's Tenney-Lapham neighborhood. - [Features That Buyers Are Looking For Right Now](https://sellingdane.com/blog/features-that-buyers-are-looking-for-right-now): Accord Realty outlines home features that can appeal to buyers preparing to sell. - [FOR RENT: 1213-15 Vilas Ave](https://sellingdane.com/blog/for-rent-1213-15-vilas-ave): Rental property listing for a renovated house and apartment at 1213-15 Vilas Ave in Madison's Vilas/Greenbush neighborhood. - [Good Bones in Stoughton](https://sellingdane.com/blog/good-bones-in-stoughton): A sold Stoughton, Wisconsin Cape Cod home is highlighted for its sound structure, potential, and maintenance. - [Heritage on Regent](https://sellingdane.com/blog/heritage-on-regent): A sold Madison four-unit property profile highlighting its location, investment potential, maintenance, and unit details. - [The Emotional Side of Home Selling](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-emotional-side-of-home-selling): An Accord Realty article explores the emotional challenges of selling a home through three homeowner stories and their hopeful outcomes. - [Home Upgrade: Gourmet Kitchen Tech for Holiday Entertaining](https://sellingdane.com/blog/home-upgrade-gourmet-kitchen-tech-for-holiday-entertaining): A guide to gourmet kitchen technology upgrades that support holiday entertaining and may enhance a home's resale appeal. - [Open Houses - Jan 10th, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-jan-10th-2016): A 2016 Accord Realty post highlights four open houses, including a new model at Mill Creek Estates. - [Open Houses - Jan 31st, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-jan-31st-2016): Accord Realty's January 31, 2016 post previews two Madison-area open houses, including condos in Holborn Village and Mill Creek Estates. - [Open Houses - June 26th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-june-26th): Accord Realty presents two Sunday open houses: a renovated Hilldale condominium and an updated home in downtown Middleton. - [How To Buy Your First Investment Property](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-buy-your-first-investment-property): Accord Realty's guide outlines planning, financing, legal, tenant-screening, and management considerations for buying a first rental property. - [Open Houses - March 20th, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-march-20th-2016): Accord Realty's March 20, 2016 guide highlights open houses in downtown Madison, Middleton, Verona, and surrounding neighborhoods. - [Open Houses - November 13th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-november-13th): Accord Realty's guide to two Sunday open houses featuring an updated Middleton colonial and new-construction opportunities in Madison. - [Open Houses - Oct 25th, 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-oct-25th-2015): Accord Realty's October 25, 2015 blog post lists four open houses in Madison, including downtown condos and west-side new construction. - [Open Houses - October 2nd](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-october-2nd): Accord Realty's October 2 open-house guide features two Madison-area condominiums: a Loraine penthouse and a Mill Creek Estates home. - [3 Ways Low Mortgage Rates Impact The Value of Your Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/3-ways-low-mortgage-rates-impact-the-value-of-your-home): An Accord Realty article examines how falling mortgage rates and the COVID-19 pandemic may affect home values. - [Why People Sell Homes](https://sellingdane.com/blog/4-most-common-reasons-why-people-sell-their-home): An Accord Realty article examines four common reasons homeowners decide to sell, including relocation, changing space needs, proximity, and neighborhood changes. - [I've Owned My Home For A Few Years: Now What?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/ive-owned-my-home-for-a-few-years-now-what): Accord Realty offers guidance for homeowners considering a sale after several years of ownership. - [Modern on Lake WI ](https://sellingdane.com/blog/modern-on-lake-wi): Accord Realty showcases a modern lakefront home on Lake Wisconsin in Portage, Wisconsin, highlighting its design, amenities, and views. - [N4294 County Rd U Portage, WI](https://sellingdane.com/blog/modern-retreat-on-lake-wi): A property feature describing a modern minimalist retreat at N4294 County Rd U in Portage, Wisconsin, overlooking Lake Wisconsin. - [Mortgage Interest Rates Hit 3 Year Low!](https://sellingdane.com/blog/mortgage-interest-rates-hit-3-year-low): Accord Realty article discusses historically low mortgage rates, refinancing considerations, and mortgage-readiness guidance. - [Move-in ready in McFarland](https://sellingdane.com/blog/move-in-ready-in-mcfarland): A McFarland, Wisconsin property feature highlighting a move-in-ready four-bedroom home at 5504 Eighmy Road. - [National Cut Your Energy Day](https://sellingdane.com/blog/national-cut-your-energy-day): Accord Realty blog article outlining home energy-efficiency measures that may reduce utility bills and support property value. - [Nationally, Home Sales are Up and Prices are Down: What Now?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/nationally-home-sales-are-up-and-prices-are-down-what-now): A real-estate analysis of rising U.S. home sales, falling prices, persistent inventory constraints, and implications for buyers and sellers. - [Seller Negotiation: What You Can Actually Control](https://sellingdane.com/blog/negotiating-from-the-seller-side-what-you-can-actually-control): Accord Realty's guide explains which negotiation terms sellers can influence once offers arrive, including timelines, inspections, contingencies, and price. - [New Construction vs. Existing Home: Which One is For You?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/new-construction-vs-existing-home-which-one-is-for-you): A comparison of new construction and existing homes across cost, maintenance, timelines, aesthetics, efficiency, landscaping, and customization. - [New Model at Mill Creek](https://sellingdane.com/blog/new-model-at-mill-creek): Accord Realty announces a completed model for step-less ranch-style condominiums at Mill Creek Estates in Madison. - [Open House - July 17th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-house-july-17th): Accord Realty's July 17 open-house post highlights two Madison-area homes, including a new construction property and a ranch-style condo. - [Open House - July 3rd](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-house-july-3rd): Open-house announcement for a two-bedroom condo at Weston Place Condominiums near Hilldale Shopping Center. - [Open House - November 20th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-house-november-20th): Accord Realty's November 20 open-house article highlights two Madison properties, including a Dudgeon-Monroe home and near-westside new construction. - [Open Houses - April 10th, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-april-10th-2016): Accord Realty's April 10, 2016 guide highlights five Madison-area open houses, including homes and condos in Seminole Forest, Middleton, and Madison. - [Open Houses - April 17th, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-april-17th-2016): Accord Realty's roundup of Madison-area open houses features condos, a Nakoma home, and new-construction condominiums. - [Open Houses - April 23rd, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-april-23rd-2016): A 2016 Accord Realty roundup of Madison-area open houses, including Loraine condos, a Seminole Forest custom home, and Holborn Village options. - [Open Houses - April 3rd, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-april-3rd-2016): Accord Realty's April 3, 2016 open-house guide features four Madison-area homes and condominiums, including properties in Fitchburg and Madison's east and west sides. - [Open Houses - August 14th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-august-14th): Accord Realty's August 14 open-house guide features three homes in Nakoma, Sauk Heights, and Mill Creek Estates. - [The Most Valuable Renovation Projects in the US](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-most-valuable-renovation-projects-and-how-to-do-them): A renovation guide covering home upgrades that may improve property value, including laundry areas, ceramic floors, eat-in spaces, offices, and backyards. - [What You Need to Know About Those Online Home Value Estimate](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-those-online-home-value-estimates): An Accord Realty blog article explains how Opendoor, Zillow, and Redfin calculate online home value estimates and why professional expertise still matters. - [House Hunting Fatigue? Here's How to Stay Focused](https://sellingdane.com/blog/house-hunting-fatigue-heres-how-to-stay-focused): Accord Realty offers strategies for buyers dealing with house-hunting fatigue and making focused, strategic decisions in a competitive market. - [Houseplants Made Easy ](https://sellingdane.com/blog/houseplants-made-easy): A practical guide to choosing, decorating with, and caring for indoor houseplants. - [How Interest Rates Affect Your Home Buying Power](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-interest-rates-affect-your-home-buying-power): A real-estate blog article explaining how mortgage interest rates influence affordability, loan amounts, and home-buying strategies. - [How Long Does It Take to Buy a Home?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-long-does-it-take-to-buy-a-home): Accord Realty explains how long the home search and closing process typically take. - [How Much Should I Put Down?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-much-should-i-put-down): Accord Realty article explaining how down-payment size affects mortgage costs, private mortgage insurance, interest, and home equity. - [How to Handle Lowball Offers Without Losing Your Cool](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-handle-lowball-offers-without-losing-your-cool): Accord Realty's guide explains how home sellers can evaluate, negotiate, and respond strategically to lowball offers. - [How to Sell Your Home Quickly for Cash](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-sell-your-home-quickly-for-cash): Accord Realty explains investor cash-sale expectations, discounts, property conditions, and alternatives for sellers seeking market value. - [How to Upgrade Your Kitchen Without Going Broke](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-upgrade-your-kitchen-without-going-broke): A practical guide to affordable kitchen improvements that refresh appearance, improve function, and avoid the cost of a complete remodel. - [Immaculate, Move-in Ready Urban Condo](https://sellingdane.com/blog/immaculate-move-in-ready-urban-condo): Accord Realty presents a sold, move-in-ready one-bedroom condo in Madison's historic Loraine building near Capitol Square. - [Inflation Is Slowing. What's Next for Mortgage Rates?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/inflation-is-slowing-whats-next-for-mortgage-rates): A real-estate blog article explains how slowing inflation may affect Federal Reserve policy and mortgage rates through the end of 2023. - [What's Resonating in Home Design Right Now](https://sellingdane.com/blog/whats-resonating-in-home-design-right-now): Accord Realty article examining current home design preferences, from warmer interiors and personalized spaces to functional kitchens, wellness features, and adaptable layouts. - [Open Houses Sept. 10th - 11th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-sept-10th-11th): Accord Realty's guide to three Madison-area open houses featuring homes in Nakoma, Sauk Heights, and Mill Creek Estates. - [Open Houses - Sept 18th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-sept-18th): Accord Realty's blog post highlights two Madison-area open houses: a remodeled East Side bungalow and a Mill Creek model condominium. - [Open Houses - Sept. 25th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-sept-25th): Accord Realty's guide to five open houses across the Madison area on September 25. - [Sun Prairie's Corn Fest Detour Is a Preview of the New Main Street](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-corn-fest-parade-has-a-new-route-this-year-thats-the-best-sign-yet-for-downtown-sun-prairie): An editorial look at Sun Prairie's rerouted Corn Fest parade and the downtown reconstruction reshaping parking, sidewalks, and outdoor dining. - [Plant a Tree, Boost Your Home Value](https://sellingdane.com/blog/plant-a-tree-boost-your-home-value): Accord Realty article explains how planting trees can increase home value and improve a property's appeal, efficiency, and environmental benefits. - [Point Gardens Rent-to-Own Purchase Program](https://sellingdane.com/blog/point-gardens-rent-to-own-program-your-path-to-homeownership): Point Gardens' rent-to-own program offers a structured path from renting to homeownership through monthly purchase credits. - [5 Pre-Winter Fixes You'll Be Glad You Tackled in September](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-pre-winter-fixes-youll-be-glad-you-tackled-in-september): A practical guide to five September home-maintenance projects that prepare properties for winter and support future sale readiness. - [Proudfit @ The Loraine ](https://sellingdane.com/blog/proudfit-the-loraine): A listing feature for a renovated Proudfit condominium at The Loraine near Madison's Capitol Square. - [How Proximity Affects Home Value](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-proximity-affects-your-home-value): Accord Realty article explaining how nearby schools, amenities, infrastructure, and hazards can raise or lower home values. - [Real Estate Lawyer: What to Look for & Why It's Important](https://sellingdane.com/blog/do-i-need-a-real-estate-lawyer-what-to-look-for-why-its-important): A guide explaining what real estate lawyers do, when buyers and sellers may need one, and how legal fees affect closing costs. - [Renovate or Relocate: Key Factors Before You Decide](https://sellingdane.com/blog/renovate-or-relocate-what-to-consider-before-you-decide): A homeowner-focused guide comparing renovation and relocation through financial, emotional, lifestyle, market, and environmental considerations. - [Understanding the NAR Settlement: A Buyer and Seller Guide](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-home-buyers-and-sellers-need-to-know-about-the-nar-settlement): Accord Realty explains how the NAR settlement may affect home buyers, sellers, agent compensation, and representation agreements. - [2021 Paint Trends and How to Create Them](https://sellingdane.com/blog/2021-paint-trends-and-how-to-create-them): A home-design blog post outlining 2021 paint colors and practical ways to use them indoors and outdoors. - [How Pumpkin Spice Lattes and Home Values Are Connected](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-pumpkin-spice-lattes-and-home-values-are-connected): Article explaining how nearby coffee shops, property features, and local market conditions can influence home values. - [A Guide to Pricing Your Home Without Leaving Money on the Table](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-price-your-home-without-leaving-money-on-the-table): Accord Realty article explaining how homeowners can price properties competitively and avoid losing money during a slower housing market. - [Open Houses - August 21st](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-august-21st): Accord Realty's August 21st open-house guide features homes in Nakoma and Mill Creek Estates. - [Open Houses - August 28th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-august-28th): Accord Realty's blog post previews two August 28 open houses in Sauk Heights and Mill Creek Estates. - [Open Houses Dec 13th, 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-dec-13th-2015): A December 2015 Accord Realty post highlights three local open houses, including a new model at Mill Creek Estates. - [Open Houses - Feb 17 & 18](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-feb-17-18): Accord Realty presents two February weekend open houses: a near-east-side ranch home and a west-side first-floor condo. - [Open Houses - Feb 21st, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-feb-21st-2016): Accord Realty's roundup of four Wisconsin open houses held on February 21, 2016, spanning condominiums and single-family homes. - [Open Houses - Feb 28th, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-feb-28th-2016): Accord Realty's February 28, 2016 article previews four open houses in Fitchburg, Verona, and Madison, Wisconsin. - [Open Houses - Jan 17th, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-jan-17th-2016): Accord Realty's January 17, 2016 post highlights three weekend open houses, including a move-in-ready ranch and a Mill Creek Estates model. - [Open Houses - July 10th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-july-10th): Accord Realty's July 10 open-house guide features homes in Nakoma, downtown Middleton, and Mill Creek Estates. - [Open Houses - July 24th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-july-24th): A July 24 open-house guide featuring three move-in-ready homes in Madison, Verona-area Mill Creek Estates, and Middleton. - [Open Houses - June 12th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-june-12th): A roundup of four June 12 open houses in Middleton, Middleton Hills, and Madison's east side. - [Open Houses - June 19th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-june-19th): A listing of two Sunday open houses: a renovated Middleton Tudor and a move-in-ready Atwood neighborhood condo. - [Open Houses - March 13th, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-march-13th-2016): Accord Realty's March 13, 2016 post highlights three open houses in Fitchburg and Madison, including homes and condominium options. - [Open Houses - May 1st, 2016](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-may-1st-2016): Accord Realty's May 1, 2016 post previews three Madison-area open houses, spanning a westside ranch, Swan Creek home, and eastside condo. - [Open Houses - Nov 15th, 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-nov-15th-2015): Accord Realty announces two open houses scheduled for Sunday, November 15, 2015, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - [Open Houses - Nov 1st, 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-nov-1st-2015): Accord Realty's November 1, 2015 roundup lists five Madison-area open houses, including Middleton Hills, downtown, and west-side properties. - [Open Houses - Nov 22nd, 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-nov-22nd-2015): Accord Realty's listing of three Madison-area open houses scheduled for November 22, 2015. - [Open Houses - Nov 8th, 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-nov-8th-2015): A brief Accord Realty announcement promoting two open houses on Sunday, November 8, 2015. - [Open Houses - November 6th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-november-6th): Accord Realty's guide to three open houses in Fitchburg, Cottage Grove, and Middleton, Wisconsin. - [Open Houses - Oct 11th, 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-oct-11th-2015): Accord Realty's October 11, 2015 post lists five Madison-area open houses, including properties in Shorewood Hills, downtown Madison, Middleton Hills, and nearby neighborhoods. - [Open Houses - Oct 18th, 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-oct-18th-2015): A 2015 Accord Realty blog post previews three Sunday open houses in Madison, including a west-side new-construction option. - [Open Houses - Oct 4th, 2015](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-oct-4th-2015): Accord Realty announces three Madison open houses, including West Side new construction and an affordable East Side option, for October 4, 2015. - [Open Houses - October 30th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-october-30th): Accord Realty's October 30th open-house guide highlights homes for sale in Middleton and Madison, Wisconsin. - [Open Houses - October 9th](https://sellingdane.com/blog/open-houses-october-9th): Accord Realty's guide to two October 9 open houses in Middleton and west Madison, featuring Sauk Heights and Mill Creek Estates properties. - [Opportunity in the Luxury Market this Year](https://sellingdane.com/blog/opportunity-in-the-luxury-market-this-year): Accord Realty article discusses renewed buyer activity, inventory, and move-up opportunities in the luxury housing market. - [5 Outdoor Projects to Increase Your Home's Value](https://sellingdane.com/blog/outdoor-projects-that-may-increase-your-homes-value): A guide to outdoor improvements that may enhance a home's appeal, enjoyment, and resale value. - [Perks That Pay Off: Smart Seller Incentives That Nudge Buyers to Act](https://sellingdane.com/blog/perks-that-pay-off-smart-seller-incentives-that-nudge-buyers-to-act): An Accord Realty article explains seller incentives that can reduce buyer hesitation without lowering a property's list price. - [Point Gardens | Employee Retention Program](https://sellingdane.com/blog/point-gardens-employee-retention-program): Overview of Point Gardens' employer-supported affordable homeownership and employee retention program in Poynette, Wisconsin. - [Point Gardens | Grand Opening Event June 22, 2023](https://sellingdane.com/blog/point-gardens-grand-opening-event): Accord Realty announces the Point Gardens grand opening and details features of Poynette's newest single-family-home neighborhood. - [Prairie Feel on Prairie Road](https://sellingdane.com/blog/prairie-feel-on-prairie-road): A Madison property feature highlighting the landscaped lot, updates, amenities, and convenient location of a Prairie Road home. - [Prairie on the Park](https://sellingdane.com/blog/prairie-on-the-park): Listing profile for a private four-bedroom Prairie Craftsman home in Savannah Village, Waunakee, Wisconsin. - [Pricing Your Home Right in Spring: What You Need to Know](https://sellingdane.com/blog/pricing-your-home-right-in-spring-2025-what-you-need-to-know): Accord Realty's guide explains how sellers can price a home competitively during the spring market. - [Ready To Sweat It Out?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/ready-to-sweat-it-out): Accord Realty's guide highlights Madison-area gyms, fitness options, personal training, and a six-month membership giveaway. - [Red Oak Revival](https://sellingdane.com/blog/red-oak-revival): A sold McFarland home profile highlighting custom upgrades, energy-use data, and features of the Cedar Glade property. - [The Top 3 Pros and Cons of Using an IBuyer](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-top-3-pros-and-cons-of-selling-with-an-ibuyer): An overview of the advantages and disadvantages of selling a home through an iBuyer. - [What a $1M Home Looks Like In All 32 Pro Football Cities](https://sellingdane.com/blog/what-a-1m-home-looks-like-in-all-32-pro-football-cities): Accord Realty article previewing million-dollar homes near stadiums in all 32 professional football cities. - [Renovations That Prove You Shouldn't Overlook Fixer-Uppers](https://sellingdane.com/blog/7-real-life-renovations-that-prove-you-shouldnt-overlook-fixer-uppers): A guide to renovation-focused YouTube channels that demonstrate the potential of fixer-upper homes. - [Regent Street Gem](https://sellingdane.com/blog/regent-street-gem): Listing profile for a sold three-bedroom colonial at 2810 Regent Street near Hoyt Park in Madison, Wisconsin. - [Predictions for the Rest of the 2022 Real Estate Market](https://sellingdane.com/blog/predictions-for-the-rest-of-the-2022-real-estate-market): An expert forecast examines interest rates, inventory, prices, demand, foreclosures, and housing-market conditions for the rest of 2022. - [Sell Your Home for Top Dollar With These 7 Tips](https://sellingdane.com/blog/sell-your-home-for-top-dollar-with-these-7-tips): Accord Realty shares seven strategies for maximizing a home's sale price amid rising price reductions and softer demand. - [5 Examples Where "Rule of Thumb" is No Longer "the Rule."](https://sellingdane.com/blog/5-examples-where-rule-of-thumb-is-no-longer-the-rule): Accord Realty blog article explains how changing buyer behavior is reshaping traditional home-selling advice. - [Learning How to Navigate Shifts in the Real Estate Market](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-navigate-the-shifting-housing-market): A guide to navigating changing housing conditions for buyers and sellers, including inventory, pricing, financing, and transaction strategies. - [How to Sell Your Home During the Winter Season](https://sellingdane.com/blog/how-to-sell-your-home-during-the-winter-season): Accord Realty offers five practical tips for selling a home during Wisconsin's winter season. - [I Want To Sell My Home Before 2022. Where Do I Start?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/i-want-to-sell-my-home-before-2022-where-do-i-start): Accord Realty outlines practical steps for preparing, pricing, marketing, and maintaining a home for sale. - [Savannah Village](https://sellingdane.com/blog/savannah-village): A property feature highlighting a move-in-ready Savannah Village home at 1212 Woodbridge Trail in Waunakee, Wisconsin. - [Selling Before the End of the Year: What You Need to Know](https://sellingdane.com/blog/selling-before-the-end-of-the-year-heres-what-you-need-to-know): Accord Realty explains why late-fall sellers may benefit from motivated buyers, reduced competition, and strategic preparation before year-end. - [Selling This Summer: The 4 Quickest Storage Solutions](https://sellingdane.com/blog/selling-this-summer-the-4-quickest-storage-solutions): A real-estate blog article outlines four offsite storage options to help homeowners declutter before selling in summer. - [Shire Wood - April, 2020](https://sellingdane.com/blog/shire-wood-april-2020): A blog update on Shire Wood construction, waterfront development, and real-estate investment during the COVID-19 pandemic. - [Shire Wood - Aug, 2020](https://sellingdane.com/blog/shire-wood-august-2020): An August 2020 update on lot sales and construction progress in Shire Wood. - [Fitchburg's September Calendar: Fall Fest, Court Closures, and a 2030 Trail Project](https://sellingdane.com/blog/fitchburg-throws-its-biggest-september-party-the-same-week-it-shuts-down-the-tennis-courts-thats-not-an-accident): An Accord Realty article examines Fitchburg's fall event season, Swan Creek Park court renovations, and long-term Traceway Drive trail funding. - [Top 10 Firework Displays in the United States](https://sellingdane.com/blog/top-10-firework-displays-in-the-united-states): A roundup introducing spectacular Fourth of July firework displays across the United States. - [Unique Ideas for Celebrating Valentine's Day at Home](https://sellingdane.com/blog/unique-ideas-for-celebrating-valentines-day-at-home): Accord Realty shares self-love, family, and romantic Valentine's Day activities that can be enjoyed at home. - [Vacation Home Investments: Is Summer the Right Time to Buy?](https://sellingdane.com/blog/vacation-home-investments-is-summer-the-right-time-to-buy): A guide weighing the benefits and risks of buying a vacation home during summer. - [Military Ridge Trail Closures in Verona: What's Changing Through 2027](https://sellingdane.com/blog/the-military-ridge-trail-isnt-closed-its-closed-twice-for-two-different-reasons-on-two-different-timelines): A Verona trail update explains overlapping Epic Systems and City of Verona construction projects, closures, detours, and projected completion dates. - [Wauktoberfest Runs on One Family's Land. This Year, That Family Turns 100.](https://sellingdane.com/blog/wauktoberfest-runs-on-one-familys-land-this-year-that-family-turns-100): A Waunakee community feature connects Wauktoberfest's Endres Manufacturing venue and centennial celebration with the village's new Aldi grocery store. - [Bring Your Own Builder Lots Blanchardville WI | View](https://sellingdane.com/blog/byob-bring-your-own-builder): Listing of three Blanchardville, Wisconsin acreage lots available for buyers who want to choose their own home builder. ## Testimonials - [Client Testimonials & Success Stories | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/testimonials): Client testimonials describing Accord Realty's residential buying and selling services and agents. ## Core Pages - [Accord Realty | Your Fitchburg Real Estate Experts](https://sellingdane.com/): A landing page offering instant home valuations and advice for sellers. ## Other Pages - [Real Estate Insights, Tips & Trends | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/blog): Accord Realty's blog features home design, buying, selling, inheritance, cooling, and seasonal buyer insights. - [Get in Touch | Accord Realty Real Estate Agents](https://sellingdane.com/contact): Contact directory entry for Accord Realty's Fitchburg, Wisconsin office and real-estate inquiry forms. - [Explore Madison WI Neighborhoods | Accord Realty](https://sellingdane.com/neighborhoods): Accord Realty's neighborhood directory highlights communities served across the Madison, Wisconsin area. - [Meet Our Team of Fitchburg Real Estate Experts | Accord](https://sellingdane.com/team): Accord Realty's team page profiles its Madison-area agents, testimonials, and selected notable sales. - [Privacy Policy | Accord Realty Real Estate Agents](https://sellingdane.com/terms-and-conditions): Accord Realty's privacy policy and terms of use explains data collection, AI use, sharing, advertising, and privacy choices.