In spite of the recession we are in and some of the layoffs that have occurred in the Fox Valley, there are still people moving to Appleton and still some great homes being built. One of our local builders that I know, Bradd Syring, just launched a website: SyringHomes.com to show some of his work. Take a look. If you're aware of other interesting web pages from local builders, please let me know. I'd like to link to them.

One of the things you'll notice about many homes in Appleton is the high-quality construction. It's a tradition motivated in part by the demands of weather here. Folks coming from the south are often especially impressed at how solid and well built homes are in this area. Still, quality varies, so know what to look for and what kind of questions to ask. Read my web page, "The Top Ten Things to Know When Buying a Home in the Appleton, Wisconsin Area." This includes some valuable information that Bradd Syring kindly shared with me in the past.