Donald Elston - at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox Cities

Donald Elston - at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox Cities I am Licensed in Wisconsin but temporarily "inactive". If you need assistance, please contact me and either I or one of my team can help.

Advising Sellers, Buyers, and Investors in the Fox Cities achieve their RE goals and dreams for more than 15 years. REVIEWS:

"Don Elston's attention to detail is second to none. He is always prepared with comparisons, market trends, and options that helped us to make informed decisions while selling our home. It has been our great pleasure to work with him. We highly recommend Don Elston's servic

es."
- Jeff J. - T-Harrison

"I recently moved to the area from another state and Donald was recommended to me to help me buy my first home. I was very nervous; I didn't know the area, anything about neighborhoods, or even what type of home or features that I wanted in my forever home. Donald patiently spent many hours driving me around, educating me about the qualities of different neighborhoods and style of homes. I never felt rushed or pushed into buying a home until I felt I had enough time to come to my own conclusions about what type of neighborhood and home suited me best. It was obvious to me that Donald was not just out to make a sale; providing me with a positive experience was his priority. When I finally found the house I couldn't live without, Don thoroughly and patiently guided me through the home buying process and promptly helped me with my numerous questions and concerns. He even dropped everything to run over to the house and measure the space for my washer and dryer while I waited at the store so I could complete my purchase on the spot. Donald made what might have been a very nerve wracking experience a positive one and kept everything moving smoothly. I love my new house, my neighbors, and have made a new friend in Donald in the process."
- Laurel L. - Appleton

"Donald Elston gets it. This is a career for him, not a job. He focused on my needs when buying a condo and answered every
question I had. In a timely manner he updated me about potential problems or delays and came up with solutions to protect my interests. I would hire him again."
— Eugene Z. - Grand Chute

"It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation for Donald Elston. We engaged Donald as a buyers agent and he did an excellent job for us. Donald kept us up to date as the process of purchasing a house and answered all question that we had, if he didn’t know the answer he found out the answer for us in a timely manner. I highly recommendation Donald Elston for your Real Estate Needs."
— Jeff & Virginia J. - Combined Locks

"We worked with Don as a buyer’s agent. He was very informative and knowledgeable. We never had surprises working with Don. He was very patient with us. Absolutely recommend him!"
— Melanie L. - Menasha

"Thanks again for all the great help! It’s refreshing working with a Realtor who knows what they are doing!"
— Kevin - Appleton

"As a first time homebuyer, I was very nervous and more than a little frightened. A house is a huge investment and I didn't want to make any type of mistake. After struggling for months on my own, I was very lucky to connect with Don and have him help me. He was extremely patient, met with me on my schedule and always had answers to my questions. When I did find a house, he tempered my enthusiasm and convinced me to place a bid. I was unsure and more frightened than ever because I really wanted the house. Well, wouldn't you know it, my offer was accepted. Then, as I looked around the room at the closing, I realized that the bank, mortgage company, title service and seller all had representatives there but Don was the only person on my side of the table. Talk about an eye opener! I consider him a friend and would not hesitate to ask him to find me a different house, but I don't need to because he helped me get it right the first time."
- Jonathan J., Appleton, WI


A referral from you is the highest compliment I can receive. I take a great deal of pride in the work that I do and hope to serve you, your friends, family, and colleagues. Feel free to download my free local search app! It's much more accurate and timely than Zillow or Trulia. Go to DonaldElston.com from your smartphone or tablet. See my REALTOR.com page at: http://www.realtor.com/realestateagents/Donald-Elston_Appleton_WI_2015375_76719990



With over 14 years of experience helping Buyers and Sellers in the greater Fox Cities area, I enjoy working with old and new friends, helping you navigate the often challenging process of buying, selling, and investing. It’s not just a transaction to me. Building relationships one property at a time is what makes real estate rewarding for me. Based in our Appleton office, I'm a great listener and can't wait to learn about you and how I can make your real estate experience as easy as possible. I've relocated several times, so I understand the big issues and details involved in a move. If you are buying, I can show you virtually any property in the area! I began my real estate career in the Fox Cities in 1993. After 8 years I made a switch to specializing in real estate advertising. I chose to return as an agent in 2014 because the opportunity was impossible to resist. I joined Berkshire Hathaway HS Fox Cities in 2022. In my spare time you will find me checking out local live music in the Valley, volunteering at Road America, exploring our state and national parks, or spending time on the water. Whether you want to sell, find your dream home, or just the right builder, call Donald and relax! See my page at Donald Elston Berkshire Hathaway! More about Donald:
Past Regional Administrator for Flagging & Communications with the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). I also recruit volunteer auto racing officials. Contact me if you have an interest in SCCA / F1 / IMSA / NASCAR / or club or vintage racing! Seasoned Marketing professional with a background in Sales, Product Management, Marketing, and Advertising. I've spent much of my career in corporate marketing and advertising. Past sponsorship coordinator and liaison for Championship Auto Racing Teams - CART (IndyCar Racing). Fire protection adviser to Wally Dallenbach, Billy Kamphausen, and the CART Safety Team.

The latest comments from the NAR Chief Economist...No big changes soon, but an optimistic outlook.
03/12/2024

The latest comments from the NAR Chief Economist...
No big changes soon, but an optimistic outlook.

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun reacts to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report.

CURB APPEAL!
03/21/2023

CURB APPEAL!

First impressions matter. Enhance your front yard so people will stop and stare at the first glance. The good thing is, it doesn't have to cost a fortune.

SOLD! and Closed! 220 Kamps. Multiple offers! Congratulations Ryne!
12/13/2022

SOLD! and Closed! 220 Kamps. Multiple offers!
Congratulations Ryne!

NEW LISTING!  FIRST TIME OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 12-1Kimberly Schools!220 Kamps St., Combined Locks   2+ BR, 1 Ba    $134,900N...
11/11/2022

NEW LISTING! FIRST TIME OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 12-1
Kimberly Schools!

220 Kamps St., Combined Locks 2+ BR, 1 Ba $134,900
Nice home with a huge garage (26x30). Main bedroom on the main floor and 1+ bedrooms upstairs. (Upstairs 2nd bedroom is a walk-through). Total bedroom sizes upstairs are 11x14 and 9x14. Plenty of storage upstairs. Central A/C. TDS & cable are available.
All appliances are included. Stove, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, and Plumbed Laundry tub.
Oversized garage with upper storage and several 220 outlets, also a 10x10 shed in the yard can be a studio, workshop, she-shed, storage, etc.
Full, unfinished basement with large L-shaped workbench.
Per Seller, Newer Furnace (approx 2019) & water heater (approx 2015), & carpet in LR. Nearby park.
A quick closing is possible.

Donald Elston - 920.540.3839

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04/19/2022

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Some Highlights:If you’re thinking of buying a home and you’re not sure where to start, you’re not alone.Here’s a guide ...
03/03/2020

Some Highlights:
If you’re thinking of buying a home and you’re not sure where to start, you’re not alone.
Here’s a guide with 10 simple steps to follow in the homebuying process.
Call me. I can help!

Donald Elston
[email protected]
920.540.3839

Keller Williams Fox Cities

Tips for disposing of paint...A lot of DIY projects involve paint. Unfortunately, the majority of them don’t use the exa...
08/15/2019

Tips for disposing of paint...

A lot of DIY projects involve paint. Unfortunately, the majority of them don’t use the exact amount of paint that comes in the cans you buy. This leaves you with extra paint that you don’t have anything to do with, and over time you might even build up quite a collection of excess paint cans. Don’t just dump them out or throw them away, though… doing so is illegal in most areas. If you’re not sure what to do with all of the paint you’ve got left over, here are a few things to think about.

Know What You’re Dealing With
The very first thing you should do when getting ready to dispose of the paint you’ve used for a project is to identify the type of paint you have. You should have either oil-based paint or latex paint, and if you aren’t sure then you need to check the label. There are typically more options available to dispose of latex paints than oil-based paints, so taking the time to figure out which type of paint you have is essential to make sure you don’t dispose of your paint in a way that could get you in trouble.

Let It Dry
If you have latex paint to dispose of, you should be able to throw it out once it has tried. If there is only a little bit of paint left in the can, you can accomplish this by simply leaving the lid off of the can for a few days until it dries out. If you have a larger amount of paint, you’ll need to get at least some of it out of the can first. Consider pouring at least some of the paint into a cardboard box that you’ve lined with a plastic bag or otherwise sealed to prevent leaks. You can also apply the paint over cardboard, wood or paper with a brush or roller to create thick coats that you then allow to dry. If you still have unwanted paint, commercial hardening agents are also available that you simply mix into the paint and wait while the paint hardens.

Soak It Up
As latex paints are soluble in water before they dry, you can take advantage of this by diluting the paint with additional water. Once the paint is suitably watery, pour it over absorbent materials such as paper or foam. Allow these to dry and then dispose of the materials that will have the remaining paint soaked into them. If drying seems to be taking a long time, try setting the wet items outside and spreading them out as much as possible. The heat, sunlight and increased surface area will increase evaporation speeds, resulting in a faster overall drying time.

Upcycle the Paint
Before you get rid of your latex or oil-based paint, think about whether you have any upcoming projects that could benefit from it. Using the paint for other projects will help you to use up whatever’s left of the paint and will also save you from having to buy additional paint when those projects come around. It could even be that you have a project planned that you hadn’t originally considered painting at all but that might benefit from a coat of paint. Even if you don’t have any future painting projects coming up, others might; ask any DIYers that you know if they need paint or check online for DIY groups in your area that trade paint and other supplies.

Safe Disposal Services
Knowing where to recycle or otherwise dispose of liquid paint is important, especially if you have oil-based paints that can’t simply be thrown away. Recycling centers, environmental groups and hazardous waste disposals often have paint recycling and disposal services that accept both latex and oil-based paint. If you aren’t sure where to look, check online or ask around at local hardware and paint supply stores to get recommendations.

Still Not Sure?
At HomeKeepr, we have pros of every variety waiting to help you. You can even find someone to advise you on what to do with your leftover paint, or who’ll be willing to come pick it up and take care of it for you! Sign up now and take that first step toward cleaning up your act (and your garage, and your workshop…)

Donald Elston
Keller Williams
920.540.3839
[email protected]

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