Wide, tree-lined and dotted with lovely homes, St. Louis Street marches through the heart of Edwardsville, Illinois and into the hearts of most residents of the Land of Goshen. Buyers often ask us to keep an eye out for properties as they become available on or near this lovely neighborhood. He
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11/21/2009
First-time buyers get all of the attention, don't they? They get tax credits, have special programs designed especially for them and they have agents market directly to them. That doesn't seem fair, does it? Well, first-time sellers rejoice! You are no longer being ignored. I get it. First-t
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11/20/2009
Ken Cook, a lender in Georgia explains the FHA 203K loan in a way that makes sense. Thanks so much for allowing me to share this information on my blog, Ken!So you or your client have found a home in a great area in the client's price range. Only one problem: it's in bad shape. The HVAC system i
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11/19/2009
Everything was perfect. I had a first time buyer that was pre-approved and motivated to find their dream home. We spent countless hours together. He relied on my expertise and market knowledge, and I happily showed him house after house. We met for consultations. Then we wrote two offers tog
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11/18/2009
As if the first round of tax credits for first time buyers wasn't confusing enough, now the credit has been expanded to include some move-up buyers. (Also, great news for our military currently serving overseas - you have a longer time frame to use the tax credit). If you have questions about ho
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11/18/2009
32 homes sold in Glen Carbon in September and October of '09. 4 of these homes were new construction with an average sales price of $194,317 and average days on the market of 152. 28 resale homes had an average sales price of $187,729 with 142 days on the market. Address/List Price/Sell Price 7
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11/12/2009
As part of our Goshen Realty Group neighborhood updates, here is a list of all Edwardsville homes that sold in September and October of 2009. 85 homes were sold. The average sales price was $210,856 and the average days on the market was 141. Address/List Price/Sell Price
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11/12/2009
He might not have been thinking about real estate when he said it, but Mark Twain gave a wonderful piece of advice to first-time homebuyers.The great American writer said: "The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking your complex, overwhelming tasks
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11/10/2009
Perfect setting. 3 +/- acres of stunning land surround this beautifully remodeled home less than a mile outside city limits. Extensive 2007/2008 remodel added new kitchen with custom cabinets and all-stainless appliances;new living room with fireplace; hardwood floors in kitchen, dining room and
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11/05/2009
The Animal Rescue and Relief Foundation of Southwest Illinois is holding a Holiday "Browse About" Event this month in Collinsville. On November 14th and 15th from 11:00 - 5:00 p.m. you can browse various holiday gifts ranging from one-of-a-kind vintage and collectible items. Premier Jewelry will
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11/05/2009
