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northwest suburban homes: Northwest Suburban Real Estate Market Report - March 2012 - 04/11/12 06:00 AM
Real Estate Market Update - Northwest Suburbs - March 2012 Interest rates are low and housing affordability has been the best in decades and yes, the market is getting better! How much, where and all the particulars is what I'll be telling you! The graphs below show that sales have been up for most towns in our area in both housing styles. Just within my office our showing appointments have increased a whopping 60%. Another good indication that the market is improving is the number of homes that go under contract each month. Currently we are between 10 to 25%. This … (4 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Northwest Suburban Real Estate Market - Is it Spring yet? - 03/10/12 02:47 PM
Real Estate Market Update - Northwest Suburbs - February 2012 Interest rates are low and housing affordability has been the best in decades and yet I was hoping the market would be ending a little better. FHA buyers will be taking a hit to their pocketbooks in April with higher monthly mortgage insurance costs looming on the horizon. It seems that with each slight lowering of interest rates the banks are elevating the closing costs for buyers to offset that bonus. Makes you wonder who's side they are on? Obviously, their own and not the consumer. The graphs show that February … (3 comments)
northwest suburban homes: How an agent can help you .... - 04/19/08 05:27 PM
If you are currently in the market for your first home, you may be interested in how a real estate agent can help you. You are about to make a great investment of both money and time. I have a wealth of experience helping first time buyers, like you, make sound and informed decisions. Did you also know that we don't cost you a thing? That's right - zip, nada, zilch!
Here are some ways that a real estate professional can help you: Agents can help establish a plan for a home that fits your needs. Style, size, amenities, and other preferences will … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: TODAY'S MARKET OUTLOOK! Northwest Chicago Suburbs, Schaumburg IL - 04/04/08 03:34 PM
EVERY REAL ESTATE MARKET IS LOCAL. ASK A SEASONED REALTOR, LIKE LYN SIMS, WHAT'S GOING ON LOCALLY! This time may be your "best opportunity" market in years! Mortgage interest rates are low and prices in Northwest Illinois are still holding fairly well, generally area prices are flat. The median price home sale in Illinois is actually UP at $198,768*. The Chicago Median Price for a home is $264,271* which is also UP. NOT EVERYWHERE IN EVERY NEIGHBORHOOD ARE PRICES FALLING. That's why I'm saying the real estate market is local - it even makes a difference from subdivsion to subdivision in every single town! But, … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Pet Rules - Humor for Dog & Cat Lovers from Lyn Sims RE/MAX Suburban - 02/19/08 08:27 AM
PET RULESTo be posted VERY LOW on the refrigerator door - nose height.Dear Dogs and Cats,The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food. The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Please note, placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest. The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack. Beating me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help because I fall faster … (11 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Northwest Chicago Suburbs Schaumburg IL, Multi-family Homes, Townhomes, Manor Homes, February 2008 - 02/11/08 03:56 PM
There is a large amount of inventory thruout the Chicago Northwest Suburban Market which includes the Schaumburg IL area. SMART PEOPLE ARE BUYING REAL ESTATE NOW! Sellers are hot to compete and make their home standout above their competition. SO WHY NOT GET IN THE GAME? This is a great time to get your first home, move to a smaller home or get that larger home of your dreams! Prices have held from 4 to 5% of listing price over the last few months of 2007. To some buyers 100% financing is still available with a decent credit score and history! Here is … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Schaumburg Area Real Estate - $163,900 to $228,900 - 01/23/08 03:38 PM
Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban is a 20+ year veteran serving the areas of Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Bartlett, Streamwood, Medinah, Itasca, Carol Stream, Elgin, South Elgin, Hanover Park, Roselle and St. Charles areas. … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Glens of Schaumburg Sales, Lyn Sims, Schaumburg IL Real Estate, Northwest Suburban Chicago IL - 12/26/07 01:54 PM
Sales summary about the Glens of Schaumburg Manor homes/Coach homes in Schaumburg IL area.The Glens is a popular area with commuters because it is close to the Schaumburg Train Station (Metra Milwaukee West) which you can walk (if your athletic) or a short drive away. The complex was built in 1986 and at the time offered very contemporary floor plans with 9 ft ceilings and sunken livingrooms on the 1st floor units and vaulted ceilings in all the main rooms on 2nd floor units. All homes offer an eat-in style Kitchen and a formal Diningroom area. 2nd floor homes have balconies that are … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Northwest Chicago Suburbs, Schaumburg IL, Multi-family homes, Townhomes, Manor Homes, December 2007 - 12/22/07 03:10 PM
There is a large amount of inventory thruout the Chicago Northwest Suburban Market which includes the Schaumburg IL area. Sellers are hot to compete and make their home standout above their competition. This is a great time to get your first home or move to a smaller home. Prices have held from 4 to 5% of listing price over the last few months. Here is a chart of ACTIVE Multi-family Homes in Schaumburg with the MARKET TIMES posted as "Average Days on the Market". There are currently 356 homes in various styles and types available with the Average Market Time of 140 days. The median … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: MLS SEARCH - Elk Grove condos, duplexes, townhomes for sale here! Lyn Sims, RE/MAX Suburban - 12/20/07 03:22 PM
If you are currently in the market for your first home, you may be interested in how a real estate agent can help you. You are about to make a great investment of both money and time. I have a wealth of experience helping first time buyers like you make sound, informed decisions. Did you also know that we don't cost you a thing? That's right - zip, nada, zilch! Here are some ways that a real estate professional can help you: Agents can help establish a plan for a home that fits your needs. Style, size, amenities, and other preferences will help … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Glens of Schaumburg Sales, Lyn Sims, Schaumburg Area Real Estate, Northwest Suburban Chicago IL - 10/24/07 11:35 AM
Sale summary about the Glens of Schaumburg Manor homes/Coach homes in Schaumburg IL. The Glens is a popular area with commuters because it is close to the Schaumburg Train Station which you can walk (if your athletic) or drive. The complex was built in 1986 and at the time offered very contemporary floor plans with 9 ft ceilings on the 1st floor units & vaulted ceilings thruout on 2nd floor units. The subdivision has put on some new "lipstick" with new roofs, gutters, new siding etc. over the last few years. Because of this great planning, no special assessments are planned here. 2BR … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: FINISHED BASEMENT & GARAGE IN SCHAUMBURG! - 10/23/07 09:04 AM
Great 2BR townhome offers familyroom AND garage! New carpet, new custom cabinet in this great Familyroom area. Fenced yard with deck, large country Kitchen with oak cabinets & lots of space. 2BR's upstairs have lots of closets! 1 car garage for storage, pool & clubhouse in assn. Great area to start with a great price of $207,900! ML#06571153 Lyn Sims at Re/Max Suburban 847-230-7324. Home search website at www.LynSims.net MLS search, mortgage calculator & all the info you could need to get you in that new home! I also have homes in Bartlett, Elgin, Hoffman Estates, Hanover Park, Streamwood, Carol Stream, and Roselle IL just … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: SCHAUMBURG CONTEMPORARY BELOW MARKET! - 10/18/07 10:41 AM
Largest 3BR 2BA end unit manor home in the Glens of Schaumburg! Vaulted ceilings in all rooms, neutral carpeting, skylites in Livingroom & bath, Large Master with dressing area & walk-in, Luxury Bath, private balcony for summer. 1 car garage, close to train station for commuters. EZ access to Elgin-O'hare Expressway too. Low taxes & Assn fee! You'll be surprised at the size! $209,900 Priced below market - seller wants to sell quickly! ML#06719565 Lyn Sims at ReMax Suburban - Schaumburg Area Homes 847-230-7324. My househunting website is www.LynSims.net for lots of great information to help you with your search. Mortgage calculator & EZ … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Vaulted ceilings in Schaumburg! - 10/16/07 04:11 PM
2BR 2BA coach home in Schaumburg offers alot of open space for the $$. Livingroom/Dinrm has pergo floors, unique open wall kitchen, private balcony area, customized shower in luxury bath, Master has dressing area & walk-in closet. One car garage, very close to Schaumburg Train Station (Milwaukee West Line). Very nice area for a very little price! $195,900 ML#06571218 Lyn Sims at ReMax Suburban Schaumburg Area Homes 847-230-7324 or 847-985-7050 My home search website is www.LynSims.net to start looking for your new home now! Mortgage calculator, MLS tours, helpful advice for the entire process! Please send me more information, contact me. Lyn Sims RE/MAX Suburban … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Northwest Chicago Suburbs, Bartlett IL Homes and Market Times October 2007 - 10/10/07 04:19 PM
There is a larger than normal amount of inventory thruout the Chicago Northwest Suburban Marketplace which includes the Bartlett area. Sellers are competing to make their homes standout and enhance their chances of an offer. Prices have sold between 4 to 5% of list price over the last 9 months. Here is a chart of ACTIVE Single Family Homes prices in Bartlett IL with the MARKET TIMES posted as "Average Days on Market". Bartlett is located in both Cook and DuPage Counties but all statistics are included together for this report. There are currently 239 single family homes available with the average market … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Northwest Chicago Suburbs, Roselle IL, Market Summary & Market Times October 2007 - 10/10/07 10:42 AM
There is a larger than normal of inventory thruout the Chicago Northwest Suburban Marketplace which includes the Roselle area. Sellers are competing to make their homes standout and enhance their chances of an offer. Prices have held between 3 to 4% of the listing price over the last 9 months. Here is a chart of ACTIVE Home prices in Roselle IL with the MARKET TIMES posted as "average days on the market". Roselle is located in both DuPage and Cook Counties but all statistics are included together in this report. There are currently 221 homes available with the average market time of 147 … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Northwest Suburban Chicago, Hoffman Estates IL, Homes Available and Market Times, October 2007 - 10/09/07 01:49 PM
There is a larger amount of inventory thruout the Chicago Northwest Suburban Market which includes the Hoffman Estates/Schaumburg areas. Sellers are competing to make their homes standout and enhance their chances of getting an offer. Prices have held between 3 to 4% from the listing price over the last 9 months of 2007. Here is a chart of ACTIVE Single Family Home Prices in Hoffman Estates with the MARKET TIMES posted as "Average Days on the Market". There are currently 235 single family homes available with an average sale price of $376,700 with the Average Market Time of 181 days. There have been 280 … (1 comments)
northwest suburban homes: Northwest Chicago Suburbs Schaumburg IL, Multi family homes, Townhomes, Manor Homes, October 2007 - 10/09/07 12:40 PM
There is a large amount of inventory thruout the Chicago Northwest Suburban Market which includes the Schaumburg IL area. Sellers are hot to compete and make their home standout above their competition. This is a great time to get your first home or move to a smaller home. Prices have held from 4 to 5% of listing price over the last few months. Here is a chart of ACTIVE Multi-family Homes in Schaumburg with the MARKET TIMES posted as "Average Days on the Market". There are currently 398 homes in various styles and types available with the Average Market Time of 114 days. The median … (0 comments)
northwest suburban homes: NW Chicago Suburbs Streamwood IL Homes and Market Times, October 2007 - 10/09/07 12:13 PM
There is a larger amount of inventory thruout the Chicago Northwest Suburban Market which includes the Streamwood IL and Schaumburg IL areas. Sellers are competing to make their homes standout and enhance their chances of an offer. Prices have held between 3 to 4% from the listing price over the last 9 months. Here is a chart of ACTIVE Single Family Home Prices in Steamwood with the MARKET TIMES posted as "average days on the market". There are currently 254 single family homes available with an average market time of 136 days. The median price is $259,000 and the highest listing price is $690,000. There have … (0 comments)
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Real Estate Market Update - Northwest Suburbs - March 2012 Interest rates are low and housing affordability has been the best in decades and yes, the market is getting better! How much, where and all the particulars is what I'll be telling you! 
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