Buyer's Guide

Moving you forward

Wendy Manzke

My Story

"My goal is to make buying as stress free and enjoyable as
possible."

Thank you for choosing to put your trust in me for the process of buying your home! I have a passion for real estate, and helping clients find their dream home. I have been a licensed Realtor for 30 years and a top-performing agent at Shorewest Realtors. Every member of my team is committed to ensuring that ALL of your real estate needs are not just met, but exceeded! I’ve created this book for your convenience and we hope that it will be a valuable resource. My focus is on your complete satisfaction!

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, boating, spending time outdoors and exercising with my dog, Dylan.

Wendy Manzke

From the shores of Lake Michigan to the north, south and west, I know this real estate market well! My goal is to make buying and selling as stress free and enjoyable as possible, while maintaining the highest level of service to all of my clients. My guarantee is to provide accurate, skilled analysis and sound real estate advice.

SERVICES PROVIDED AND AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Representing all Buyers with First-Class Real Estate Services

• Specializing in Representing our Country’s Veterans to Ensure they Receive all of their VA Benefits

• Specializing in Residential Real Estate in all of Southeastern Wisconsin

• Relocation Services provided

• Buyer Counseling Sessions and Buyer Agency Representation

ACHIEVEMENTS

• 2015-2022 Ranked #1 Agent in my office with 336 Homes Sold

and $103+ Million in Sales

• 2017-2022 Voted Milwaukee Magazine’s Five-Star Award for Customer Satisfaction

• $295 Million in Career Sales

Client Testimonials

"Wendy is very professional and responsive. We appreciated her positive attitude and patience in helping us find the right home for us. She represented us well throughout both the buying and selling process. This was our first time selling a house and she helped us every step of the way to ensure we could sell our home quickly. Can't recommend Wendy enough!"

"We can’t speak highly enough of our experience with Wendy and her team. We were first-time home buyers with very little knowledge about how to find the right place. Wendy was extremely responsive and had great suggestions for homes to view based on what we were looking for. All throughout the process Wendy was there to assist with any issues that may have risen. From start to finish she was very responsive, kind and a constant professional. She was very responsive to our needs and was always available when we needed her to be. I would highly recommend Wendy to family and friends."

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Our Approach

Deciding to make a move is a big. It's a decision for change, a new lifestyle and a new beginning. We understand how important it is to ensure that you don't just find a new home, but a new community; one that matches the life you want to live.

We spend the time to understand you; to not just find the right home, but to help you transition into the new life you are ready to step into. We've made it our professional mission to know the area inside and out, to create a seamless process and to find the home you deserve at the price you want.

We Put Your Needs First

It starts with you.

Every person is unique and it's our job to understand and communicate the possibilities that match both your circumstances and dreams. We'll conduct an extensive interview and bring our nuanced expertise of every neighborhood you wish to explore. We spend the time to get to know your goals, your dream home, and your ideal community in detail.

Being there for you every step of the way

Buying a new home can be an overwhelmingly complex process. We're here to make it easy, seamless and stress-free. Count on us to carefully manage every detail, explain each step and ensure you are constantly up to date so you can keep running your life without worry.

What to Expect

Dedicated team to support the process from end-to-end
Clear, laid out plan to acheive your goals within your timelines

Customized communication plan, based on your style and preferences
Available 7 days a week

A proven system with in-depth expertise covering market analysis, comparable properties and price negotiation

To be pre-approved, the lender will pull your credit and ask you for documentation to verify your finances. Before making an offer on a house, it is best to get pre-approved to show sellers your offer is serious and that a lender has already approved you for enough money to purchase the home.

Determine the features you are looking for in your ideal home and prioritize which items are most important to you. No house is perfect, but this will help us find the best match for you.

When we have found a home that you're interested in buying, we will quickly and strategically place an offer. Once the seller has accepted your offer you're officially under contract. Closing day is the final step of the buying process and you officially own your dream home!

In-depth Interview & Mortgage Pre-approval

The Home Search & Previewing Listings

Negotiation & Closing the Deal

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Transparency & Expertise

The details may seem daunting, but with the right expertise and support, we'll help you achieve your dream with ease. We offer clear explanations of every aspect of the transaction and provide the transparency and information that you need to make each decision along the way.

Understanding Market Conditions

Multiple offers and how to compete and negotiate
Number of days on market (stats)
% of sales price to list price
Exploring homes in your price range available
Differences between a buyer’s market, a seller’s market, and a balanced market

Financial considerations

Mortgage Pre-approval process
Earnest money
Home Inspection & Radon Test
Appraisal
Down Payment
Closing Costs

Mortgage Specialist

If you are about to go into negotiation on your dream property, it's critical you are pre-approved for a mortgage in advance. Deals move fast and the last thing you'd want is a delay from a financial institution. Our partners offer an in-depth review of your financial situation and will help you get pre-approved for a mortgage at the best-of-market rates.

Home Inspector

If you are in need of a home inspection, we work with some of the top home inspectors in the area. They have many years of experience representing our buyers and ensuring the process is seamless, pain-free and clearly explained every step of the way.