Marilyn's News and Views

I have updated the market summary for Valley Lakes & Prairie Pointe subdivisions in Round Lake.  The news is not great for those that bought when prices were high.  Many of the neighbors have landed on hard times and there have been several short sales and foreclosures. On the other hand it is a ...

Here's hoping the weather in Round Lake will cooperate so everyone can enjoy some fun. It's time for BeachFest 2011. The festival will run 6-11 p.m. Friday, June 18, and 2-11 p.m. Saturday, June 19, on Civic Center Way, off Hook Drive, behind Regal Cinemas in Round Lake Beach. Read more: http://d...

34323 North White Clover Court, Round Lake, IL 60073 Price Just Reduced!   $189,900   FABULOUS QUAD WITH 3 CAR GARAGE ON AWESOME CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION! HOME BOASTS MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE!FINISHED LOOKOUT SUB BSMT HAS KITCHETTE,FULL BTH,BDR,DEN & STORAGE.MOVE IN THOSE IN-LAWS OR MOVE THE TEENS BEL...

Round Lake has so much to do this weekend. In the morning there is the Arbor Day Event and then you can enjoy the Home and Garden Expo for the rest of day.I am going and hope to see you there!If you or any one you know needs information or assistance with buying or selling a home call me 847.668...

  Round Lake to celebrate Arbor Day with activities for kids. refreshments and FREE TREES! Join the neighbors for a little fun and help make Round Lake a little greener.  This Saturday at the Round Lake Public Works site starting at 10:00 am. For more information contact this Round Lake Realtor a...

As a Round Lake Realtor that specializes in the Prairie Pointe ad Valley Lakes subdivisions of Round Lake I try to stay as up to date as possible. As seen in this report there is a 14 month supply of homes with only 1 home selling per month.  For more information contact me at Marilyn@northernill...

When it comes to Round Lake real estate the time to buy could be now. A recent headline from Fortune Magazine reads "Real estate: It's time to buy again", and the general sentiment seems to be ringing true in markets across the nation. What makes buying Round Lake real estate a wise decision? Mo...

The deal fell through and the owners want it sold now.  This is a terrific custom home and is located in one of the best subdivisions in Ingleside. Lower level is perfect as an in-law suite or teenager's room as bedroom has its' own full bath!Price Reduced on Ingleside Real Estate 36416 N Tara Ct...

So the other day I was reading about more changes that are coming to the world of buying and selling a home.  Every day we hear in the news that the mortgage rates are rising and they've risen in the past few months.  Next we hear that the 30 year mortgage could be a thing of the past if Fannie M...

So much home for the money I can't believe it is still for sale.  So why do some homes sell quickly and other don't.  This home has it all.  It has a full finished basement and a 3 car garage in the best subdivision, Prairie Pointe. 34323 N. White Clover Ct ROUND LAKE, IL Fabulous Round Lake Qau...