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remax joliet il: Can You Find Us Another House Like The One You Said We Should Have.... - 05/11/12 06:01 AM
"Do you think you can find us another house just like the house we should have written an offer on, but didn't?
And the next evening the bank accepted an offer?
You know, the house that matched our criteria EXACT and it was in the location we loved and the price range we wanted to spend?
The house that was perfect and we were so excited and didn't want to leave and was imagining where we would put our furniture and talked about how wonderful the walk-out basement would be for parties in the summer?
The house that was bank-owned … (5 comments)
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remax joliet il: Joliet Home Sales April 30-May 4, 2012 - 05/08/12 05:48 AM
Eighteen single family homes sold in Joliet IL during April 30 - May 4, 2012.
Of the 18, 5 were short sales and 5 were foreclosures.
Sold prices ranged from $28,000 - $170,000.
Average market time was 147 days.
Sold properties closed averaging 89.42% of the final list price which is a 10.58% difference between the sale prices and the final list price.
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remax joliet il: The RIGHT Buyer WILL Come Along and She Did! - 05/08/12 05:39 AM
I had a listing with the nicest couple. Original owners and just wonderful, wonderful people.
The house was perfect and so well-maintained.
I listed it last July.
We had a lot of showings but not one offer.
I could tell my sellers were getting anxious. They always wanted to know the exact feedback and checked in with me before I could check in with them! They didn't want to do any open houses as in our area, they just aren't popular to do anymore. You worry more about nosy neighbors and people that might steal from you!
FINALLY in March … (7 comments)
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remax joliet il: How Many Homes Do You Show Your Buyer? - 05/07/12 06:01 AM
At a yard sale over the weekend I bought two books: The Book of Useless Information" and "The Best Book of Useless information Ever." These books are AWESOME and very entertaining!
I got to a section that read "The average buyer views 8 homes before purchasing a home." Now this book was published in 2006. But it got me to thinking the average number of homes I'm showing to MY buyers before they write an offer."
So, I went back to the last 15 buyers and pulled all the MLS sheets. I actually keep all the MLS sheets with notes from all the … (6 comments)
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remax joliet il: Buyers Decide Within 8 Seconds Whether They Are Interested In A Home - 05/07/12 05:33 AM
I am a huge fan of Real Estate Agent and Mogul Barbara Corcoran. Barbara is a Real Estate Contributor on NBC's Today show and the wonderful addition to ABC's Shark Tank. Per Barbara:
"BUYERS DECIDE WITHIN 8 SECONDS WHETHER THEY ARE INTERESTED IN YOUR HOME."
I'm not surprised by this at all. It's the first impression when walking in and hearing "Wow, this is cute" or "Ugh, what is that smell?" pretty much sums of the next few minutes of the tour of that home.
I always tell my buyers that they will know when they walk in if this is … (93 comments)
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remax joliet il: Drury Lane Theatre Presents..."The Wizard of Oz" - 04/24/12 04:46 PM
The Wizard and Dorothy are coming to Drury Lane Theatre located in Oakbrook Terrace!
April 25 - June 16th with shows mostly Wednesday thru Saturday! Children and adults are $12.00 each and groups of 20 or more, just $10.00 per ticket. Seating is assigned and doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime.
There is a special breakfast buffet with The Wizard of Oz characters on April 28, May 12, 19, 26 and June 16 at 11:30am. The buffet and tickets are just $25 for adults and $22 for children 12 and under. Tax and gratuity are included.
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remax joliet il: Hairspray - The Broadway Musical at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace - 04/24/12 03:35 PM
I'm so excited! I had no idea that Hairspray is playing at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace! From April 12 - June 17, come see the cult classic John Waters film! Hairspray was remade in 2007, starring John Travolta and Michelle Pfeiffer.
Set in Baltimore in 1962, Hairspray is the story of pleasantly plump teen, Tracy Turnblad, who does whatever it takes to fulfill her lifelong dream of appearing on the popular Corny Collins Show!
Go to www.ticketmaster.com to order tickets! Or order by phone at 630-530-0111
Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
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remax joliet il: Home Sales in Joliet, IL for the Week of April 16-20, 2012 - 04/24/12 11:50 AM
Twenty homes sold during the week of April 16-20, 2012.
Of the 20 homes, only 5 were foreclosures and just one was a short sale.
Prices ranged from $14,000 - $235,000.
Average list price was $129,169 with the average selling price at $121,460.
Average market time is 175 days.
Sold properties closed averaging 5.97% of their final list price.
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remax joliet il: Paula Deen's Kitchen at Harrah's Casino in Joliet - 04/20/12 07:27 AM
Paula Deen's Kitchen is the first Paula Deen buffet-style and ala carte restaurant and retail store located outside of the South. Paula Deen's Kitchen was created with the personal touch of the Queen of Southern Cooking herself and aims to create a memorable dining experience that goes beyond great food, but also provides patrons the feel of a home cooked meal served right from Paula's dining room.
Menu highlights include "build your own" savory skillets and omelets for breakfast. For lunch and dinner, indulge in Paula Deen's renowned crab cakes, baby back ribs, shrimp and grits and much more. The Saturday … (4 comments)
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remax joliet il: "Ride the Rock" in Joliet! - 04/14/12 11:46 AM
Looking for a fun family event to do in May? "Ride the Rock" is a free, family group bike ride and festival sponsered my the Forest Preserve District of Will County and Provena Saint Joseph Medial Center! This it the 6th year they will be doing it. Ride SIXTEEN MILES!
Saturday, May 12th from 9:00am - 3:00pm.
The ride will being at I&M Canal Access, located on Empress/Hollywood Road (Houbolt Road), 0.25-mile south of I-80 in Joliet.
Additional activities include music, bike decorating, a climbing wall, a stilt walker, face painting and food will be available to be purchased from Heroes … (0 comments)
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remax joliet il: HAIRBALL at Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet - 04/14/12 11:12 AM
HEY ALL YOU 70'S AND 80'S ROCK BAND FANS....COME TO HAIRBALL!
When was the last time you saw Guns & Roses, AC/DC, Aerosmith, KISS, Van Halen, Queen Twisted Sister, Alice Cooper, Poison, Bon Jovi, Judas Priest and more all in the same night? Hairball is the world's ultimate "80's Rock" impersonation act, recreating the good-time party atmosphere of the decadent decade with unmatched authenticity. A pyro show that would make KISS jealous, more costumes and make-up than a traveling circus could ever dream of and an ever-evolving, endless play list of hit songs, Hairball produces a rock concert like nothing … (0 comments)
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remax joliet il: Beauty and The Beast by Alphabet Soup Productions - 04/14/12 11:07 AM
Alphabet Soup Productions, winner of the 2008 Illinois Theatre Association Award of Excellence in the Children's Theatre...is bringing "Beauty and The Beast" to Joliet!
April 23, 24 and 25 with all performances starting at 10:30am
Billie Limacher BiCenntenial Park Theatre located at Jefferson/Bluff Street in Joliet.
Go to www.absproductions.com for other performances at North Central College, Governors State University, Museum of Science & Industry and more!
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remax joliet il: Joliet Drama Guild - Deathtrap - 04/14/12 10:56 AM
Come see this five character (3 male roles and 2 female roles), two act thriller!
"Sidney Bruhl" sorely needs a hit when young playright "Clifford Anderson" offers him a stunning new thriller, Deathtrap. Deathtap is a "play" within a "play".
Friday, April 20th, 2012 at 8:00pm
Saturday, April 21th, 2012 at 8:00pm
Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 at 2:00PM
Location: Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. at Bluff Street.
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remax joliet il: Rialto Square Theatre - Laughter & Reflections with Carol Burnett - 04/14/12 10:46 AM
Remember The Carol Burnett Show? It was on for 11 years and earned 25 Emmy Awards!
If you were a fan then you remember Carol Burnett, at the beginning of each of her shows, would ask audience questions. This is a rare opportunity to talk to Ms. Burnett in the same enjoyable and intimate audience-interactive format. So bring your questions!
Carol Burnett is doing two shows: Tuesday, May 8th and Wednesday, May 9th; both at 8:00pm.
Go to www.rialtosquare.com for more information!
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remax joliet il: Joliet IL Real Estate Update April 2012 - 04/06/12 05:21 PM
JOLIET ILLINOIS HOMES CURRENTLY ON THE MARKET
$100,000 and higher: There are 468 single family homes
Average list price is $154,070
The average number of bedrooms is 3 and the average number of bathrooms is 2
Average days on market: 192 days
Information is taken from the Midwest Real Estate Data MLS.
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remax joliet il: Testimonial from Seller - SOLD in Channahon, IL - 04/01/12 07:29 AM
SOLD! 22613 S. Joseph Avenue in Channahon, March 30, 2012 "The Whyte family has discussed how a house sold for such a high percentage of the asking price in a such a down market, with so many other properties still on the market. I'm convinced it's due to two major contributors: my mom's devotion to keeping a well-maintained house which showed well against other properties with better features but less maintaned, and LaNita's ability to drive traffic (especially Internet) and "sherpa" the process. (Sherpas are guides that live high up in the Himalayas and whose bodies have adjusted to the … (1 comments)
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remax joliet il: Rockdale Ramblin' Run 10K Race - Saturday, April 14 at 8 am - 03/20/12 08:32 AM
The Joliet Park District brought back this popular event from the 1970's and 1980's known as the "Toughest 10K in the Midwest". In 2011, over 500 runners participated. This is the first race in the 2012 Run3 series. The USATF/CARA Certified Course runs through the streets of Rockdale and Joliet, Illinois. The course is on paved streets with some hills. The event begins and ends near the Rockdale School. Includes Post Race Party with food, beverages and raffles. Custom hooded sweatshirt for the first 600 registered runners. Custom finisher's medal to all finishers.
All Ages
$35/$45 race day
Deadline is Race … (0 comments)
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remax joliet il: Cute West Joliet Home For $119,900! - 03/19/12 05:34 PM
1009 Highland Avenue in Joliet, 60435
Priced at only $119,900!
Three bed, 1.1 bath....Beautiful hardwood floors LR, DR, 1st floor BR, and Den (could be a 4th Br). New vinyl kitchen floor. Remodeled kitchen with Corian countertop and breakfast bar. Marble back splash. 4 ceiling fans. Oversized 1.5 car garage and 2 car attached carport. Newer furnace. Large deck. 1 block from grade school. HMS Home warranty. Normal sale. Quick/Easy Close.
Contact Ken Saieg with REMAX Realty of Joliet 815-741-5656 or kensaieg@remax.net
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remax joliet il: 2012 Plainfield Hometown Irish Parade! - 03/05/12 05:35 AM
Bring on the bagpipes! When the Irish dancers come stepping up Lockport Street, you know spring is here at last.
Our own old-fashioned St. Patrick’s Day celebration will soon be here. The 10th annual Plainfield Hometown Irish Parade is set to step off at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 11, and we want you there!
With special thanks to our returning primary sponsor Fox’s Restaurant and Pub. The Village Preservation Association and MainStreet Plainfield invite you and your loved ones to come out for the 2012 edition of this fabulously fun event.
This year, music will … (0 comments)
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remax joliet il: HopScotch & Vine is back in Business with New Owners - 03/05/12 04:54 AM
Two months after it suddenly closed, HopScotch & Vine is back with new owners, a new menu and new hours.
The goal is to create a "neighborhood place with a city feel," Vaughn said, and to come up with menu items you can't find in downtown Plainfield or elsewhere in the village.
To that end, she and husband Mike have developed a menu with their chef, Trinidad Z, featuring such specialities as stuffed burgers, five types of loaded baked potatoes and, coming soon, fondue, Vaughn said.
They have also opened a small store to sell wine and cheeses to go, she … (1 comments)
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