Earnest Money in Wisconsin: How Much, Who Holds It, and When You Get It Back

Earnest Money in Wisconsin: How Much, Who Holds It, and When You Get It Back

Earnest Money in Wisconsin: How Much, Who Holds It, and When You Get It BackJeremy Fishnick
Published on: 28/08/2026

Jeremy Fishnick explains earnest money in Wisconsin: typical amounts, who holds the deposit under the WB-11, deadlines, and when a buyer gets it back.

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WHEDA, FHA, USDA, VA, or Conventional: Which Loan Fits a Southwest Wisconsin Buyer?

WHEDA, FHA, USDA, VA, or Conventional: Which Loan Fits a Southwest Wisconsin Buyer?

WHEDA, FHA, USDA, VA, or Conventional: Which Loan Fits a Southwest Wisconsin Buyer?Jeremy Fishnick
Published on: 29/06/2026

Jeremy Fishnick compares WHEDA, FHA, USDA, VA, and conventional loans for Grant County and Driftless Area buyers: down payments, fees, best fits.

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Should You Rent or Buy in Grant County Right Now?

Should You Rent or Buy in Grant County Right Now?

Should You Rent or Buy in Grant County Right Now?Jeremy Fishnick
Published on: 21/06/2026

Realtor and inspector Jeremy Fishnick on the three questions that decide rent vs. buy in Lancaster, Platteville, and Grant County, WI.

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Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification: What Sellers in Lancaster Actually Care About

Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification: What Sellers in Lancaster Actually Care About

Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification: What Sellers in Lancaster Actually Care AboutJeremy Fishnick
Published on: 09/06/2026

Jeremy Fishnick explains pre-approval vs. pre-qualification and what Lancaster, WI sellers look for in a buyer's financing letter.

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