News Release          MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS   For further information contact: Sara Geimer, 312/329-8296 sgeimer@realtors.org   Wes Shaw, 202/383-1193 wshaw@realtors.org Realtor® Good Neighbor Award Finalists Honored for Impactful Volunteer WorkWASHINGTON (August 28, 2019) – The National Association of Realtors® has honored 10 Realtors®, members of the National Association of Realtors®, as finalists for its 2019 Good Neighbor Awards. This award honors Realtors® who have made a positive impact on their communities through extraordinary volunteer service.This year marks the 20th year the Good Neighbor Awards program has recognized Realtor® volunteers. During that time, $1.3 million in grants has been awarded to more than 200 nonprofits led by Realtors®. Their impact has been felt in 40 sta... 08/28/2019

Long Distance House Hunting House hunting can be stressful for many buyers, but long-distance house hunting can be overwhelming, especially if you're searching in a city or area you've never lived in. If you need to find a home in a different city or are looking to move cross country, the following suggestions can make the process as stress free as possible. Find An Experienced Relocation Agent One of the most important things you can do when trying to find a home in another city is to find the right agent. Many agents can help you find a home, but you want to find someone experienced in relocation. He or she will need to be willing to look at properties for you, be able to send you pictures, videos, and even do live tours via cellphone, tablet or drone, as well as be available if/when... 08/28/2019

Protecting Your Home From the Outside-In Hi Dale,We all want to feel safe and protected, especially when it comes to our home and family. Protecting your house is no small task, especially when there are multiple options for home tech and security systems. For those not equipped to splurge on a state-of-the-art alarm system or guard dog, there are several things you can do to make you and your family safer from the outside-in. Outside the HomeInstall Motion Sensor Lighting Outdoor lighting has come a long way, especially motion detection fixtures. Installing motion sensor lighting around major points of entry around your home, or around the entire property, can help deter intruders.   Keep Expensive Items Locked Up Barbecues, smokers, outdoor culinary equipment, bicycles and other item... 08/28/2019

If you have recently lost a Parent or Loved-One, and now must go through the stressful and time consuming Illinois probate process, it’s time to call me at 708-439-0165 - dalelesleytaylor@peoplepc.com with the experience to help you, and get your questions answered today.   You may have a lot of unanswered questions when it comes to certain aspects of how Elder Law works?  I understand this is a worrying and difficult time, and always here to help. As a Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES) I am an expert in my field.  My job is to inform you of the most accurate and up to date information that is currently available.  You may prefer to discuss your issues directly?   I welcome you to call me      708-439-0165 - dalelesleytaylor@peoplepc.com. I am a ... CERTIFIED PROBATE SPEC... 08/18/2019

I tell my Buyers all the time FEAR can take you on a journey you may never travel. FEAR can be a debilitating emotion with enough power to block out Rational-Thinking.  When FEAR primarily motivates decision making when purchasing a home, it will block a Buyer from properly resourcing themselves to resolve their fears. Case in point is how FEAR can immediately associate the Big “C” for CANCER with a home with a RADON MITIGATION SYSTEM. I have taken the liberty of researching the benefits of a home with a Radon Mitigation System.  In addition, I have included hotlines to call, email to further inquiry, and the links to the full research I have done. The following information is the courtesy of …National Radon Program Services by Cooperative Agreement between the US EPA and Kansas State U... 08/05/2019

I recently closed a transaction on a Richton Park, Illinois home in which Gene help the Buyer procure financing.  At the closing I asked Gene to continue to include me on his helpful e-blast newletters.  He came through and loves it when I share...First! Thanking Gene Walters for providing this helpful Finaces information.  He can be consulted with at ...HomeTrustGene Walters, HomeTrust Mortgage Corporation, 1475 E. Woodfield Rd Ste 110 Schaumburg, IL 60173, gwalters@hometrustmortgage.com Office: 847.517.1700 Cell: 847.217.7030, NMLS#: 204173 NMLS: 134317 An Illinois Residential Mortgage Licensee Finances - Money Saving Tips! The topic of saving money is oftentimes discussed between people regardless of age and peer standing, just like parents telling their kids to save up their allowan... 06/25/2019

I recently closed a transaction on a Richton Park, Illinois home in which Gene help the Buyer procure financing.  At the closing I asked Gene to continue to include me on his helpful e-blast newletters.  He came through and loves it when I share...First! Thanking Gene Walters for providing this helpful information.  He can be consulted with at ...HomeTrust Gene Walters, HomeTrust Mortgage Corporation, 1475 E. Woodfield Rd Ste 110 Schaumburg, IL 60173, gwalters@hometrustmortgage.com Office: 847.517.1700 Cell: 847.217.7030, NMLS#: 204173 NMLS: 134317 An Illinois Residential Mortgage Licensee Your Home - Saving Electricity (In the Summer) With mid June here, and kids being off school for a week now, you may find your electricity bill taking an unwanted rise, causing a lot of expenses that ... 06/25/2019

Land and Homes available in Frankfort listed through my Office .... 1 09848748  999 Prestwick Dr  Frankfort  $53,900  Vacant Land    Close  connectMLS Tax (Brief) Realist Tax Report Realist Tax Map Listing & Property History Photo Browser Find - Property Details Report Find - Community Report MLS Data Co-op Mobility Score Print Listing Email Listing Add To Favorites Write a Contract Start CMA/Add To CMA Schedule a Showing Driving Directions Navigate with Waze Streetside View Bird's Eye View Cloud CMA Report Violation Anonymously Payment Calculator Virtual Tour Plat of Survey490KB,05/04/18 10:59,Public Building1154KB,05/04/18 10:59,Public Floor Plan1561KB,05/04/18 10:59,Public  2 10353439  19938 S Sycamore Dr  Frankfort  $219,900  Close  connectMLS Tax (Brief) Realist Tax Report Realist ... 05/31/2019

Elegant entertaining and extremely attractive buys in Frankfort homes, plus factors affecting credit score...  My Frankfort office listings available...  1 10353439     19938 S SycamoreDr $224,900 8rooms 3bedrooms 2baths Raised Ranch  Close  connectMLS Tax (Brief) Realist Tax Report Realist Tax Map Listing & Property History Photo Browser Infosparks Find - Property Details Report Find - Community Report MLS Data Co-op Mobility Score Print Listing Email Listing Add To Favorites Write a Contract Start CMA/Add To CMA Schedule a Showing Driving Directions Navigate with Waze Streetside View Bird's Eye View Cloud CMA Report Violation Anonymously Payment Calculator Virtual Tour Disclosures801KB,04/26/19 16:4,Public Plat of Survey46KB,04/23/19 9:8,Public  2 10367068    430 Butternut Trl $339,90... 05/17/2019

Home Improvements that pay off well, but first Frankfort homes listed out of my office currently available … 10353439 19938 Sycamore Dr $224,900 8 rooms 3 bedrooms 2 baths Raised Ranch 10367068 430 Butternut Trl $349,900 6 rooms 4 bedrooms 2.1 baths 2 Story 10122786 554 Aberdeen Rd $375,000 11 rooms 3 bedrooms 4.1 baths 1.5 Story 10358169 22532 Autumn Dr $409,900 10 rooms 4 bedrooms 2.1 baths 1 Story 10322715 22420 Crimson Ln $414,900 11 rooms 3 bedrooms +1 in bsmt 3.1 baths 1 Story 10325682 965 Oak Ridge Ct $489,900 12 rooms 5 bedrooms 4 baths 2 Stories  eTrust Mortgage Corporation - Gene, thanks for sharing Home Improvements That Pay Off in your e-blast to me.  Here is how to reach Gene for all your financing questions ... Gene Walters, HomeTrust Mortgage Corporation, 1475 E. Woodfiel... 05/12/2019

What I love about blogging is I am able to share experiences in right now time.  Prior to this informative level of social media, I would have to keep Learning Experiences to myself until I could share it with another valued Client going through something similar.   So thankful this communication medium allows me to prepare my valued audience for the journey and make successful decisions in right here and now time! Please allow me to do a disclaimer here before I get started.  I hold Home Inspectors in high regard.  This is a true story I hope they will read to help them understand what goes through a Buyer’s mind during and after an inspection experience. I have written about home inspections previously, and have called them “The Dream Killers!” Recently, I had received multiple offers... 03/31/2019

Alcohol Makes Me A Better Realtor!  How, I am sure you are wondering?   Well I have my Dad to thank for this little reminder.  First, let me state a disclaimer for my family who cringes whenever I write about my experiences with him.  I make no apologies because it is my truth I have lived I share.  Plus, just in case someone is going through worse than what I lived through, perhaps this will serve to give them the tools to endure and triumph in the face of mistreatment.   Monday evening at the Homeless Shelter I have managed since 2006, I had a Guest so intoxicated to the point of just raging, looking for any excuse to allow Evil to take control and unleash it on the weakest victim around.   People who excessively consume alcohol rarely recognize it as a drug producing four personaliti... 03/20/2019

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Have you ever sat across a room listening to an individual having a very personal conversation on their mobile phone, heard every word and wanted to approach them and say hey I can hear all your business you are putting in the street?  Well, I got the opportunity last night at the Shelter I manage to approach a Guest and shut it all the way down.  It was 3:30 in the morning as I sat and watched over 38 deep sleeping men, I heard this young adult male Guest complaining on his cell phone how he was awakened by one guy on one side of him snoring like a roaring walrus, and the other guy on the other side of him loud farting up a storm.  A kind quiet mature Gentleman near me said now that is truly a weak young brother over there, all I needed to hear to take action.  I approached the young m... 01/30/2019

A Buyer calls me and says “hey a Relative you served in the past has recommended I work with you.”  “There’s this home I am interested in.”  “Can I forward you the details and arrange for the Agent who shared the property with me to call you to preview it?”  This scenario happens quite often with Buyers because they do not fully understand how real estate works behind the scenes. Realtors take full advantage of technology to affectively serve the Consumer.  When a Consumer initially calls an Agent to inquire about a property they have found online, during the conversation a smart Realtor will ask qualifying questions like how soon you want to move, what is your price range, locations you most desire, your needs, wants, and best way to communicate with you?  This generally involves you s... 10/31/2018

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Key Questions for Owners Thinking of Selling For many cities throughout the U.S. real estate markets, today undeniably favor sellers. With those markets that are particularly competitive, it can be very tempting to list your home even when you haven't made a concrete decision to sell. Taking the plunge and listing can be an exhilarating decision, but doing so without asking yourself some important questions could leave you scrambling to figure out what you're going to do should your home be a highly sought-after property. If you're toying with listing, ask yourself the questions below before you make your final decision. How much is my home worth? Unless you consistently check real estate prices in your area or are comparing comparable homes in your neighborhood, it's likely you may no... 05/30/2018

T.C. WhitingAVP – Senior Mortgage Banker NMLS# 281672 57 W Grand Avenue, 2nd FloorChicago, IL 60654 Phone: 312.962.8788 Mobile: 312.498.7711 EFax: 866.676.9210 TC.Whiting@drmconline.com       7 creative ways to save for a down payment There are some no down payment and low down payment options depending on your situation. Some may want to look a bit further at ways to save for a down payment to purchase a home. See where you can save money. Scrutinize current expenses. Drop cable for Netflix. Forego the gym membership and work out at home. Forget lattes, shop insurance. Go out less. Just remember, none of these changes are permanent. Sell what you own. From clothes rarely worn to duplicate tools and recreational items, you could have a great yard sale. Put valuable things like furnitur... 05/26/2018

Have you ever had one of those uncomfortable moments when you stop yourself from reacting badly, forcing yourself to think this is a teachable moment?   I better learn everything this moment wants to teach me?   In the last 30 days I have learned couple of lessons helping me to be a better Realtor, ultimately a better person.  The first lesson I will share now.  The second lesson in a follow-up post.   I serve as the President of a Bid-Whist Club.  Bid-Whist is a popular card game in which there is a non-spoken communication between two partners.  There are a total of four players with two sets of partners.  Skill in the game grows from closely paying attention to the cards my partner plays, and when it is my turn to lead in play, I play the cards my partner has silently communicated to... 05/22/2018