News

March 2008 Issue

Top Stories

• Working with Clients Facing Foreclosure
  Although Wisconsin ranks 29th in foreclosures in the nation at less than one half of one percent, you may still have some listings where the sellers find themselves in the foreclosure process. What can you do to assist them?

• Taxing Foreclosure Sales
  When consumers lose their homes through foreclosure, there may be tax consequences. Although consumers should be referred to a tax professional, here are scenarios you should be aware of.

• Don’t Fall for a Foreclosure Rescue Scam
  People in foreclosure are vulnerable, and more likely to fall for scams during or just after a foreclosure. Help them recognize the warning signs of scams.

• Giving Us a Piece of Their Mind
  We were wondering what consumers thought about all of the negative publicity about the real estate market - so we asked them! Their answers are here.