Market Spotlight
Inventory on the Rise: What It Means for You
This week in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties, active listings jumped by 12% compared to last month, giving buyers more choices and slightly easing the competition.
However, homes under $400K are still moving fast, with an average of 17 days on market. Sellers: now’s a great time to list while buyers are still motivated and before summer inventory peaks!
Home Tip of the Week
Clean Your Dryer Vent – It’s a Safety Must
A clogged dryer vent isn’t just inefficient—it’s a major fire hazard. Every spring, detach the dryer hose and clean out built-up lint with a vacuum or dryer vent brush. Bonus: your clothes will dry faster, saving time and energy!
Recipe of the Week
Fresh Spring Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Celebrate the season with this light and refreshing salad.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts about 6 oz each
- 5 oz arugula
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- Fresh basil chopped
- Grilled or toasted baguette or croutons (optional)*
Marinade/Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- kosher salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- If your chicken breasts are quite thick, pound the thicker part down to get an even thickness, or slice them horizontally to make chicken cutlets.
- In a large bowl, or glass container with a lid, whisk together the marinade ingredients (olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper) until well combined and emulsified. Remove ¼ cup (about half) of the marinade and set aside for the salad dressing. I also like to reserve an extra tablespoon for basting the chicken as it cooks.
- Add the chicken to the bowl or container with the marinade and toss to coat completely. Cover and transfer to the refrigerator to marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours (2-3 hours in optimal).
- Preheat your grill to medium. Remove the chicken from the marinade and sprinkle with a little more salt and pepper. Discard the used marinade.
- Grill for about 5 minutes on the first side, flip and grill another 3-5 minutes, basting once with reserved marinade, until cooked through. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes and then slice thinly.
- In a large bowl, toss the arugula with the reserved marinade/dressing (to taste) and divide between 4 plates.
- Top each bed of greens with a sliced chicken breast, and add cherry tomatoes and spoonfuls of burrata.
- Sprinkle salad with salt, pepper, and chopped basil.
This Week’s Laugh
Why did the tomato turn red?
Because it saw the salad dressing!
Local Happenings
Explore these exciting events in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties during the week of May 5th – May 11th, 2025:
- Waukesha Farmers’ Market
📅 Saturday, May 10, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 125 W. St. Paul Avenue, Waukesha, WI
🛍️ Explore over 70 vendors offering homegrown, raised, or handmade products, including fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, and crafts.
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- Waukesha West Spring Vendor Fair
📅 Saturday, May 10
📍 Waukesha West High School, Waukesha, WI
🛒 Support local artisans and vendors at this spring fair, offering a variety of unique products and gifts.
🔗 More Info
- Milwaukee Film Festival
📅 Through May 8
📍 Various venues across Milwaukee
🎬 Catch the final days of Wisconsin's largest film festival, showcasing a diverse selection of films from around the world.
🔗 More Info
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