My Latest Accomplishment!

I recently ranked 119th for Individual Sales on the Top 1000 Agents List by the Wall Street Journal and Real Trends!  I am ecstatic about this accomplishment!  I am very grateful for my awesome Hupke Team, my wonderful clients, and everyone who continues to help me strive for my professional goals.  Thank you!  

Put Your Professional Skills and Expertise to Use by Making a Difference in the Lives of Others

 One of my favorite parts about being a realtor is the impact that I get to make on people’s lives, and I don’t mean just my clients.  I am grateful to work with a company whose charitable foundation sponsors multiple wonderful organizations including one called Special Spaces.  Special Spaces is a non-profit organization that designs and creates dream bedrooms for children with life-threatening medical illnesses.  The bedroom is a special place, a safe haven, where a child can dream and grow their imagination while addressing their medical needs. 

Last year I was honored to take part in creating Issy’s dream lego-themed room with other volunteers.  The experience was not only rewarding and fulfilling personally, it was best knowing that Issy’s new lego room would positively impact such a beautiful child’s life in a meaningful way.  Through laughter, fun, and hard work, we were blessed to be able to put such a big smile on Issy’s face!  We were happy to bring some joy to the lives of a family that often faces hardships.  We were so glad to help!

If you’re ever feeling complacent or bored in a daily career routine, finding ways to reach out and make a difference in the lives of others is a fantastic way to regain a sense of purpose, focus, motivation, and fulfillment.  Use your personal expertise, skills, talents, and knowledge to impact the lives of others in a positive and meaningful way.  My passion for homes and my love of children were only a few reasons why I chose to get involved with Special Spaces.  Get involved in an organization or take on a charitable act yourself.  I promise you won’t regret it!  

  

Learn more about Special Spaces HERE

Learn more about Coldwell Banker Residential  Brokerage Charitable Foundation  HERE

 

Milwaukee 2016 Summer Festival List

Summer is here and that means fun in the sun with friends and family!  Here is a list of festivals and events to enjoy throughout the summertime in Southeastern Wisconsin!


June 3- June 5

St. John Neumann Parish Festival

2400 W-59

Waukesha, WI 53189

June 3- June 5

Queen of Apostles Parish Festival

N35W23360 Capitol Drive

Pewaukee, WI 53072

June 5

9^th Annual West Allis A La Carte

Greenfield Avenue between 70^th and 76^th street

West Allis, WI 53214

June 10-June 12

St. John Vianney Festival

Calhoun and Gehbhard Roads

Brookfield, WI 53005

June 12

Locust Street Festival and Beer Run

1020 E. Locust Street on Locust St. between Humboldt and Holton Street

Milwaukee, WI 53212

June 16- June 19

St. Romans Annual Festival

4300 S 20th & West Bolivar Ave

Milwaukee, WI 53221

June 17- June 19

St. Bernadette Festival

8200 West Denver Avenue

Milwaukee, WI 53223

June 23-June 26

St. Paul Parish Festival

1720 E Norwich St

Milwaukee, WI 53207

June 24-June 25

Pewaukee Kiwanis Beach Party

Wisconsin Avenue

Pewaukee, WI 53072

June 4

Beer Barons’ World of Beer Festival

The Schwabenhof Pavilion
N56 W14750 Silver Spring Dr

Menomonee Falls, WI

June 10- June 12

Fiesta Waukesha

Frame Park
701 E Moreland Blvd

June 10- June 12

PrideFest Milwaukee

Henry Maier Festival Park
200 N Harbor Drive

Milwaukee, WI

June 17- June 19

Lakefront Festival of Art

Milwaukee Art Museum
700 North Art Museum Drive

Milwaukee, WI

June 17-June 19

Polish Fest

Henry Maier Festival Park
200 N Harbor Drive

Milwaukee, WI

June 18

Wisconsin Beer Lovers Festival

Bayshore Town Center
5800 N Bayshore Drive

Glendale, WI

June 24-June 26

Greek Fest

Wisconsin State Fair Park
640 South 84th Street

Milwaukee, WI

June 29-July 10

Summerfest
Henry Maier Festival Park
200 N Harbor Drive

Milwaukee, WI

July 2016

Midwest Latin Dance Festival

Ramada Plaza
6331 South 13th Street

Milwaukee, WI

July 9

Mukwonago Croatian Day Festival

Hwys 83 & NN

Mukwonago, WI 53149

July 9- September 5
Bristol Renaissance Faire

Bristol Renaissance Faire Grounds
12550 120th Avenue

Kenosha, WI

July 14- July 17

Milwaukee Bastille Days

Cathedral Square Park
520 E Wells Street

Milwaukee, WI

July 15

St. Rita’s Parish Festival

St. Rita Parish
2318 S 61st Street

West Allis, WI

July 20- July 24

Waukesha County Fair

Waukesha County Fairgrounds
1000 Northview Road

Waukesha, WI

July 22- July 24

Festa Italiana

Henry Maier Festival Park
200 N Harbor Drive

Milwaukee, WI

July 29- July 31

German Fest Milwaukee

200 North Harbor Drive

Milwaukee, WI 53202

July 30

Milwaukee Brew Fest
1600 N Lincoln Memorial Blvd

Milwaukee, WI

July 30

Brady Street Festival

Brady Street between Van Buren Street and Farwell Ave
Brady Street & Humboldt Avenue

Milwaukee, WI

August 4-August 14

Wisconsin State Fair

Wisconsin State Fair Park
640 South 84th Street

Milwaukee, WI

August 18- August 21

Milwaukee Irish Fest

Henry Maier Festival Park
200 North Harbor Drive

Milwaukee, WI

August 20

IndiaFest Milwaukee

Humboldt Park
3000 S Howell Avenue

Milwaukee, WI

August 26-August 28

Mexican Fiesta Milwaukee

Henry Maier Festival Park
200 North Harbor Drive

Milwaukee, WI

August 26- August 28

St. Matthias Parish Festival

9306 W Beloit Rd

Milwaukee, WI 53227

Spring Cleaning Ideas for Your Home

Spring is just around the corner and your home may need a bit of help!  Get your home ready for fresh air, ray of sunshine, and a fresh and lively atmosphere by giving it a good clean and organization.  Here are some Spring cleaning ideas for your home!

 

Shake it Out: Shake out area rugs throughout the home.  Shake out throw blankets that are draped on chairs and furniture to give a fresh fluff to them.

Purge the Fridge: Get rid of unwanted and old food and give your refrigerator a good wipe down.  Open a box of baking soda and place it in the refrigerator to absorb any unpleasant odors.

Clean Out the Closet: Spring clean your closet and drawers.  Get rid of anything that you no longer wear or want.  Take everything out and reorganize your closet and drawers.  This is leave your home and mind feeling lighter.  It is also a great way to donate to local shelters or the Goodwill.  Switch out last season’s clothes with those for this season.  This is give you more space in your closet and dressers.  Store and label last season’s clothes in a storage bin in the basement or garage.

Gut the Gutters: Despite cleaning the gutter last fall, they probably could use another cleaning come springtime.  Twigs, leaves, and debris can gather in your gutters throughout Fall and Winter.  Making sure that you have clean gutters and proper flow of water away from your home can save yourself from a wet basement!

Toss the Toys: Spring is an excellent time to go through your children’s toys and get rid of any toys that your child outgrows, are broken, or simply just don’t want anymore.  Have your children sort through the toys with you.  Donate any unwanted toys to children in need.  This is a great way to exemplify cleanliness, organization, and charity. 

Clean the Garage: Let the fresh breeze flow through the garage while you go through your belongings and sort through what you want and what you can get rid of.  Reorganize your garage to make it easier to find stuff and for your children to access their outdoor toys.

Window Washing: Let more natural light enter your home by giving your windows a good washing.  You’ll be surprise how much can build up on your windows and can hinder light from brightening up your home.  Enjoy the sunshine while you power wash your windows outdoors as well as a simple cleaning from inside!

Clean the Carpets: Nothing is better than having clean and fresh carpets.  Rent or borrow a carpet cleaning vacuum if you don’t already own one yourself.  Lift food, mud, and other stains and smells that have accumulated on your carpets over the past year or so.  It will give a brand new feel to your home.

Prep the Patio: Get your patio ready for fun and festivities for the summertime by sweeping and power-washing.  Toss your outdoor pillows, cushions, and blankets into the wash to give them a new and fresh look and feel.  Remove flaking paint and rust from metal furniture using a wire brush and sandpaper, then give it a fresh coat of paint. Clean vinyl cushions of mold or mildew with a mixture of 1/4 cup of Borax and warm water.  Give your grill a good scrub and then fire it up for a fun-filled barbecue!

Allergy Proof Your Home: It’s allergy season.  Avoid runny noses, itchy eyes, and constant sneezing for those who are affected.  Make your home a comfortable and inviting place by allergy proofing your home.  Lay double door mats down at the door, both outside and one inside, to stop pollen from being trekked in.  Have guests remove their shoes to help with this too. Swap out heavy drapes for lighter weight curtains that can be machine washed.  Invest in a HEPA air filter or upgrade to a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter attached because air filtration is key to controlling the air quality in your home.

Green Sweep: Check your lawn for any damaged spots once the snow has melted and Spring is around the corner.  Rescue patchy lawn areas by removing deal soil, tilling the soil, and adding compost.  Once warmer weather hits, reseed any dead patches but, be sure to lay off of the fertilizer because it can result in the growth of cold-season weeds rather than grass.  Watch your beautiful lawn even out and enjoy your green grass!

Defunk Your Fabrics:  Fabrics hold a lot of smells, dust, and bacteria and that it why it’s crucial to tackle that problem.  Wash mattress pads, pillow coverings, and pillows from all of the beds in your home.  All pillows, other than foam pillows, can go right into the washer but, be sure to check labels for specific laundering instructions. Then do a second load with your bath mat, shower curtain, and even the curtain liner on the gentle cycle with color-safe bleach.

Check the Exterior: Winter can do a number on your home so take some time to walk around your house.  Check the roof for loose singles, gutters, or siding.  Be sure to keep an eye out for wood rot, pay particular attention to windows, doors, and trim.  Discard any sticks, leaves, or trash that got blown onto your property.  Fix or straighten up any trim, bricks, stepping stones, or outdoor décor that may be out of place.  Give your exterior a quick power wash to give your home that glisten that it deserves.