Keefe Real Estate Foundation Doubles Annual Contributions

NOVEMBER 16 - LAKE GENEVA, WI – Keefe Real Estate, a Wisconsin-based real estate agency, announced today that the total gifts for 2007 from the Keefe Foundation through September have exceeded $60,000. Five thousand dollars of this year's donations are thanks to the generous contributions from our agents and employees.

"The Foundation is a great way to give back to the communities which have supported our business over the last 60 years," said Rob Keefe, President of Keefe & Associates, Inc. "We are especially proud of our people, who reached into their own pockets to make this a stand-out year."

Organizations that have benefited from the Keefe Foundation in 2007 range from local charities that support rising artists, like the Music by the Lake concert series to national charities such as the American Cancer Society.

Other recipients include Holiday Home Camp; Elkhorn Scholarship Foundation; Inspiration Ministries, Aurora Health Care; Fontana Fire & Rescue; VIP Services, American Red Cross; Girl Scouts of Racine County; Hope Worldwide; Salvation Army; and the Alzheimer’s Association.


The Keefe Foundation was established by Keefe Real Estate and the Keefe family in 2006. Keefe Real Estate has been Southeastern Wisconsin's leading real estate company for over 60 years and is among the area's largest independently owned real estate companies. With over 120 agents, Keefe has offices in downtown Lake Geneva, Lake Geneva Business Park, Burlington, Delavan, Elkhorn, Abbey Springs in Fontana, and at Geneva National.

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Keefe Real Estate Celebrates 10 Years in Delavan

November 7, 2007 – Delavan, WI. – This month marks the 10 year anniversary of Keefe Real Estate's Delavan office. For 60 years, Keefe has been serving southeastern Wisconsin with the finest customer service and has provided buyers with the most knowledgeable and dedicated agents in the industry. It was 10 years ago when Keefe Real Estate approached local agent Mary Kilkenny about a merger with her existing office to create the Delavan branch of Keefe Real Estate. Mary has been a real estate agent in Delavan since 1975; she's been a resident since 1959.

"I was happy when Keefe approached me about a merger ten years ago. I knew that Keefe was a solid company and well-respected in the industry," says Kilkenny. "Staying in the Delavan office and joining forces with Keefe Real Estate allowed me to continue working in an industry I enjoy and in the town I love."

In addition to her outstanding work as a real estate agent, Mary is also this year's recipient of the Lake Area Realtors Association's LARA Service Award. Mary was recognized for her support and commitment to serving the community. "Mary is a tremendous asset to the community as well as Keefe Real Estate," says Steve Beers, President of Keefe Real Estate. "We are pleased that her efforts are being recognized by the community at large."


Keefe Real Estate has been Southeastern Wisconsin's leading real estate company for over 60 years and is among the area's largest independently owned real estate companies. In addition to the Delavan office, Keefe has offices in downtown Lake Geneva, Lake Geneva Business Park, Burlington, Elkhorn, Abbey Springs in Fontana, and at Geneva National.

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Rental Rates Jump on High-end Homes

November 27, 2007, Wisconsin – The demand for high-end lakefront rental properties continues to increase, according to Keefe Real Estate, Southern Wisconsin's premier real estate firm. The company boasted a record summer season in their Rentals Division, with more returning guests than any year prior. Keefe sees that the trend not only encompasses quantity, but quality. Our guests are seeking luxurious lakefront accommodations that range from $25,000-$40,000 a month on Lake Geneva. Homes with high caliber furnishings and gracious amenities on Lake Geneva and surrounding lakes are also attracting high-end rental rates for extended stays.

"Our customers are looking for more than a short stay at the beach or a weekend ski lodge," said Steve Beers, President of Keefe Real Estate. "They are renting stylish, high-end homes where they are able to host their families for lengthy getaways." The rentals available from Keefe satisfy the needs of their discerning guests. Homes come furnished and stocked with all the amenities desired in a dream home; even if it is a temporary one. Keefe continues to expand their offerings to their repeat clientele and invite new guests to enjoy the seasons in Southern Wisconsin.

Lakefront homes and condos are in high demand as visitors hope to stay on or as close to the water as long as possible. If you have a vacation home available and would like to earn additional income from it as a vacation rental or long-term rental property, please call 888-999-4492. Keefe would be happy to discuss all the advantages offered with the rental management package.


Keefe Real Estate continues as Southeastern Wisconsin's leading company for over 60 years and is among the area's largest independently owned real estate companies. With over 120 agents, Keefe's offices are located in downtown Lake Geneva, Lake Geneva Business Park, Burlington, Delavan, Elkhorn, Abbey Springs in Fontana, and at Geneva National. Keefe's vacation homes are located throughout the Geneva Lake Wisconsin area including lake homes on Lake Geneva, Delavan Lake, Lauderdale Lakes and Whitewater Lake. Resort communities include vacation home rentals in Geneva National, Abbey Springs, Delavan Lake Resort, and others.

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Keefe Real Estate ReconizesThird Quarter Top Listing Agents

November 30, 2007, LAKE GENEVA, WI -- Keefe Real Estate recognized special award winners for their efforts during the third quarter of 2007. Top Listing Agents were, Tricia Forbeck, Bob Webster, Ruta Syverson, Sharon Smolensky, Mary Kilkenny, Rob Edwards and Jerry Kroupa. The Top Listing Team for the third quarter is Matt and Mike Burke.

"Our agents' extensive knowledge of the area and their expertise in preparing a home for sale has allowed Keefe agents to provide great insight and confidence to their clients during a time of market uncertainty," said Steve Beers, president of Keefe Real Estate. "Each member of our team is continuously educated on market conditions and trends so that they can best serve area homeowners and buyers and make adjustments as the market dictates," he adds.


Keefe Real Estate has been Southeastern Wisconsin's leading real estate company for over 60 years and is among the area’s largest independently owned real estate companies. With over 120 agents, Keefe has offices in downtown Lake Geneva, Lake Geneva Business Park, Burlington, Delavan, Elkhorn, Abbey Springs in Fontana, and at Geneva National. For more information on Keefe Real Estate,

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Enclave condos secure loan

A package of properties -- including The Enclave, a 280-unit condo conversion in Tampa -- is serving as collateral in a complex transaction to provide funds to SunVest Communities USA LLC.

Canyon Capital Realty Advisors funded the $35 million loan to refinance and acquire debt collateralized by the properties, according to a release. SunVest, a real estate development company headquartered in Hallandale, bought the properties in 2005 and 2006, then renovated and converted the units from apartments to condominiums. Since completing the condo conversions, SunVest has sold more than half of the portfolio units and the rest are offered for sale and for lease, the release said.

The property package includes 2,100 multi-family units in 12 condo conversion developments in Florida, Arizona and Nevada, the release said. Other Florida properties are in Orlando, Coral Springs and Miami.

Canyon Capital and its affiliate Canyon Capital Advisor LLC are a registered investment advisers and money management firms based in Beverly Hills, Calif.

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