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On a recent consultation with a seller in Oak Park, I was asked a question that I realized I am asked almost all the time when it comes to "What can I do to enhance the exterior of my home to appeal to more buyers?" The exterior is so important.  A homebuyer's first impression is based on his or ...
02/23/2011
It wasn't so long ago that many men chose the garage as a place of personal sanctuary-at-home, regardless of their interest in anything automotive. Often cramped and dimly lit, these makeshift hideaways were the stuff of folding-table poker and football games on the spare TV. Today the need for g...
01/27/2011
No doubt you're aware that mortgage rates have been low throughout the year. You've also probably heard that this fall has seen interest rates dip to record lows for the modern era. But you may have also heard that some buyers or refinancing homeowners are having difficulty obtaining loans at the...
12/01/2010
Top 3 Cs when Selling your Home   CLEAN It's imperative that your property is spotless when selling your home.  This especially means staying on top of areas used daily such as the bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and floors.  Closets are other areas to focus your attention.  A good tip is to weed ...
10/15/2010
Some Oak Park/River Forest/Forest Park Area Buyer Recommendations Having represented Buyers in the greater Oak Park area for over 16 years I have learned that Buyers should cocentrate their strategy in purchasing a home in several areas. The following are some helpful suggestions. Please contact ...
09/21/2010
The way I see it, in a down economy, sellers most compete not only with other homes in the market, but also with buyer's fears and concerns. Selling incentives have always been a way to create additional interest in your property. Today, incentives can help motivate reluctant buyers to make that ...
07/07/2010
The Dangers of an Unreasonable Asking Price One of the most common and costly mistakes made by sellers is setting an unrealistically high asking price. Every seller wants to receive the highest closing price possible for their house, but losing sight of fair market value can have serious repercus...
05/29/2010
After the Senate gave final approval Nov. 5th without a dissenting vote, the House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly on Nov. 6th to pass legislation containing an extension and expansion of the homebuyer tax credit, completing Congressional action and sending the tax credit which was prompt...
11/13/2009
The Magic Tree Bookstore is truly an icon in the Oak Park community. This independent bookstore specializes in children's books and is celebrating its 25th year anniversary and I say to them congratulation and thank you for your great commitment to the entire Oak Park area. In addition to selling...
07/12/2009
If you are a Buyer considering moving to the Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park area I am pretty certain you are aware of all the major benefits our communities have to offer. Benefits such as the great schools, historic architecture, culture and diversity, and the convenient proximity to downto...
01/08/2009
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