Memorial Day Fun!

One of the busiest weekends of the summer is proving to be just that again! Based on the traffic, there are a lot of people coming to the area to enjoy the many fun activities and goings on in the area and to spend some family fun Up North with their loved ones. I love seeing …

Fishing Opener!

Today’s fishing opener has brought scads of traffic to the area. The roads are full of traffic and the boat landings at the major fishing lakes are full of trucks and boat trailers. We thought the restaurants would be crowded last night after witnessing the increased traffic levels, but not so. The fishing folk must …

Animal Kingdom

Every week, when we gather for our property tour, there is a great anticipation among the group about what lies ahead. We love to see new properties! Yes, it’s everything everyone thinks – fun! However, it’s a very small part of what comprises our actual day to day work, so when we get to see …

Upcoming Events.

If you’re looking for some mid-winter fun while you’re at the cabin this weekend, there are a few events you might want to check out. Feb. 6: Fort Folle Avoine – Family Fun Day – 10am-4pm. Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park is located on 80 wooded acres along the Yellow River near Danbury, Wisconsin. The park …

Lending Update.

For at least five years, I listened to Dave complain about loose mortgage standards, concerned about where it was all leading. He wasn’t alone. Many people were concerned throughout those years, but it’s easier to whistle through the graveyard than to face the demons.  If given a choice, most people prefer the company of a drunken sailor to that …

Use Your Skills.

We are under a winter weather advisory today until 4pm. Light snow is supposed to fall all day. You should be able to get around on the roads if you take it easy and slow down a bit. The good news is the snow has freshened the whole world and it’s white, bright and beautiful!