schaumburg il real estate: You've Got Mold... - 10/17/10 07:10 AM
Obviously this is MOLD.  Bad mold that needs to be taken care of by a professional.  Just wanted to show you how bad that it can really get.  These are pictures from a home inspector in Tennessee - Mike Thornton.
This stuff is no joke.

You've Got Mold...Anybody who has ever dealt with bank owned properties knows that they will be in varying states of disrepair. Oftentimes, this starts while the home is still occupied. Having given up hope, what was once their American Dream has now turned into their American Nightmare.Deterioration continues as there is no longer a loving … (4 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: 276 Days on the Market - 08/28/10 07:12 AM
276 Days on the Market ...... Is not uncommon now in our Schaumburg IL housing market.  We Realtors© have all kinds of ways and tricks to disguise it but sometimes that's the time that it takes.  In today's market things are taking longer to sell and unfortunately the economic signs are pointing to it becoming even longer. The clock is ticking on the forward momentum of your family plans, desires, have too's in life. Retirement for some is no longer looking so rosy after all.  Possibly they'll be no money for retirement at all.  Stability is in question for your old age.I … (7 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Lyn Sims offers mobile search for Schaumburg Homes! - 08/05/10 08:33 AM
Introducing m.lynsims.net! Now your real estate search and favorite properties can go wherever you and your phone go!  THE MAGNIFICIENT 7 FEATURES OF MY NEW MOBILE SEARCH ~  
Search the full MLS anywhere anytime including access to property details. Registered members, like yourself, can see all available listings in the MLS. Access your saved searches and favorites from your mobile device. Unlike most mobile real estate searches on the market today, you can save your searches and your favorite properties. There is no learning curve. The mobile process is completely intuitive. You can search and save just like you do on … (7 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: What you should know about Pricing your Schaumburg Home - 07/28/10 05:48 AM
Listing your home soon?  Here's a couple of things you should know about 'Price'.
There’s actually a few factors that are embroiled together – Price, condition, location.  Together all three will actually make your home either sell or be rejected by prospective buyers. Obviously in this market and the elevated inventory for Schaumburg Homes you have to be ‘dead on’ with your homes price.  Too high and no one will take your home seriously and it will be passed over.  Too low?  Well that really doesn’t happen too often except in distress sales, foreclosures and the like.  A fair price – what … (8 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: SELLERS ADVICE - SMELL-A-VISION? WHAT PICTURES CAN'T CONVEY! - 07/27/10 06:19 AM
Boy I wish we had Smell-A-Vision or do I?  This is a great post from Paula Hamilton in Texas about odors in homes that sellers are so used to they don't even notice them anymore.  Remember when Fido used to stink?  He still does!  You've just gotten used to it.  Your nose 'knows' that odor and blocks it out.  But that buyer won't!
I think that on occasion you should 'air out' your home for 10 minutes or so even with the hotter summer months.  Think of buyers as the best visitors you can have & give them your best efforts.  It … (13 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Schaumburg IL Homes - How many Short Sales are there really? - 06/21/10 07:32 AM
Ever wonder how many short sales are REALLY on the market? I know I have.  We hear in the media day in and day out about the short sale epidemic.  Short sale this, short sale that.  I decided to find out for you what is really going on.  So much hype but what is the real story?  How many?
With Schaumburg IL Homes that closed within the last 6 months there has been virtually a small percentage of homes going short sale.  Also a small number of foreclosures which my graph will represent.  'Arms Length' transaction is a regular sale between … (4 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: 1325 Kingston, Schaumburg IL $219,900 - 05/09/10 10:32 AM
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schaumburg il real estate: 225 Winnsboro Ct, Schaumburg IL ~ $142,900 2BR 2BA ~ HEATHERWOOD - 04/18/10 08:18 AM
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schaumburg il real estate: YOU CAN SELL YOUR OWN HOME AND BE YOUR OWN DENTIST TOO! - 03/29/10 10:18 AM
You can sell your own home (and be called a FSBO or Fizbo as we say) You can be your own dentist too! I supposed you can even do your own foot surgery when in the mood!
But is it really a good idea?  Here's a great post that might give you a few pointers to think about when you want to 'go it alone'.  This originally is from Paula Hamilton an agent in Woodlands Texas.
I've got a wicked sense of humor and she does too so I hope you enjoy this.  Please call me BEFORE doing your own dentistry!  I'll be … (9 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Schaumburg IL Real Estate Market - December thru February 2010 - 03/26/10 03:38 AM
Schaumburg Housing Market - December '09, January and February 2010 What's up with the Illinois and Chicago Market real estate you ask?  The impact on foreclosures in our market is substantial and their impact on prices since a buyer would obviously prefer to buy a foreclosure that had the same features as one being offered through a regular seller.  It is also having an impact in opposite directions - again, foreclosure sales up and prices go down!  As a consequence we have 'Two Levels of Pricing':  distressed sales and traditional sales. Foreclosures and short-sales tend to carry prices as much as … (2 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Red Rock - Schaumburg Townhome Market Update - 01/30/10 05:03 AM
Red Rock, a popular community in Schaumburg that features one level and 2story townhomes each with a private entrance. Tucked behind the intersections of Barrington and Schaumburg Roads, it was built in 1994/1995 by Town and Country Homes.
There are 4 different models available with square footage between 1098 and 1333 square feet.  Upgrades can include: skylites, fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, 6 panel doors, 9 ft volume ceilings, greatroom concept with open kitchens, family room extensions, cabinetry upgrades.  All homes come with an attached 1 car garage.
Currently for 2016 there have been 12 sales ranging from $139,000 to $185,000. 
 
Red Rock is close to either … (1 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: If I sell my house, I'll be saving $500 per month! - 06/26/09 09:05 AM
If I sell my house, I'll be saving $500 per month!
This is what one seller said to me recently at a listing appointment.  Due to the economy being the way that it is things have definitely changed around!  This seller has been downsized now with no guarantee of overtime which she needed and expected to keep her household afloat every month.  So ... if this seller sells her townhome she would obviously get rid of her mortgage payment, the assn. fee of $165.00 and a water bill.  Sounds like a good deal huh?

If you are faced with … (0 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Schaumburg Homes - Top Selling Subdivisions - Schaumburg Illinois - Lyn Sims (847)230-7324 - RE/MAX Suburban - 11/12/08 09:27 AM
Top Selling Schaumburg Subdivisions – Multi-family homes which is 'MLS computer speak' for condos, coach homes, manor homes, quads, townhomes, and duplexes.  They will be done by price range because there are alot of different subdivisions to go through! 
Well you must be interested in Schaumburg if you're here!
Or are you just curious?  This is a short piece on the top selling subdivisions in Schaumburg over the last few months of June thru October 2008.  There were a total of 221 Multi-family sales.  Only 7 are marked as short sales and I suspect a few are foreclosures.  
One note of interest about the market - the … (0 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Schaumburg IL - Top Selling Subdivisions - Lyn Sims (847)230-7324 RE/MAX Suburban - Schaumburg Agent - 11/10/08 09:11 AM
Top Selling Schaumburg Subdivisions by Price Range

Well you must be interested in Schaumburg if you're here!  Or are you just curious?  This is a short piece on the top selling subdivisions in Schaumburg over the last few months (June thru October 2008).  There were a total of 113 single family sales.  Only 4 are marked as short sales and I suspect a few are foreclosures.
 
 

Under $200,000         Weathersfield - One of the largest and the 1st subdivisions in the area.   Normally there wouldn't be anything under $200,000 but there have been some foreclosures … (0 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Schaumburg IL Homes - Market Conditions - Lyn Sims (847)230-7324 RE/MAX Suburban - 10/23/08 05:28 AM
You know what makes me crazy?  Market graphs that don't tell you what is really going on in the real estate market.  Let me tell you what I've noticed from the local media and alot of my own real estate compadres recently - graphs that point to the past!  Yes we are down from 2006 and 2007 but do you really care if you have to sell your home now?  I am thinking you are reading this post because you want to sell your house NOW - TODAY - OR SOON!
BUT CAN YOU?  WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?  So I've decided to … (4 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Homes for Sale Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates Illinois - Lyn Sims (847)230-7324 - Schaumburg Realtor - 10/10/08 09:48 AM
Now is a Smart Time to Buy!  Here's what's Available by Price Range in Hoffman Estates and Schaumburg!
Now is a great time to buy a home, say the financial gurus at the Wall Street Journal, so GET OFF THAT FENCE!   (Not to mention is just huuuurtsssssssss your keester after awhile!)
The Journal calls it a buyers market and offers these suggestions for first-timers getting their feet wet. While their advice is solid, it's not revolutionary, but some potential customers might find it reassuring.
 
Remember this is a place to live not a stock market investment, they say. Lenders want buyers … (0 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Schaumburg IL Commuters - Save over $4000 a year by taking the train! Lyn Sims (847)230-7324 RE/MAX Suburban - 08/21/08 12:58 PM
Gas is now over $4.00 a gallon so how can we save money getting to work everyday?   Take the Train - it could save you over $4000 a year.
Schedules at www.metrarail.com - Milwaukee West Line link. Metra trains offer convenient daily service between Schaumburg and Elgin to the west, and downtown Chicago to the east.
Annual savings using Metra totals over $4,000! Additionally, commuters benefit because taking the train helps reduce the carbon imprint by approximately 4.93 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year. Visit www.carboncounter.org to calculate your carbon footprint and find out ways to offset and reduce climate impacts.
 
A side-by-side … (3 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Sheffield Towne, $198,900 2BR Basement & Garage, Lyn Sims (847)230-7324 RE/MAX Suburban - 07/23/08 07:46 AM
BASEMENT, GARAGE, GREAT PRICE!Location: Sheffield Towne2BR private entry townhome with garage and finished basement familyroom. New carpet & custom TV cabinet just installed, new oak stairs and entry foyer remodeled. Spacious BR's both offer walk-in closets, Master has dressing area too. Super sunny Kitchen with oak cabinets exits to fenced yard and deck. Furnace & AC 1.5 years old. Association offers pool and clubhouse and close to 2 area golf courses. Lots of great space for a great price!FLEXIBLE SELLER WANTS AN OFFER! We've just reduced the price!InformationContact Information Lyn Sims847-230-7324Contact Reply FormForward to a FriendPricingAsking Price: $198,900.00LinksLyn's BlogSearch for HomesFeaturesBedrooms: … (0 comments)

schaumburg il real estate: Get in on a great deal in Schaumburg! 4BR $199,900 Lyn Sims (847)230-7324 RE/MAX Suburban - 06/18/08 06:06 AM
Wow a 4BR at this price!  Weathersfield Area just South of Schaumburg Rd, East of Springinsguth.
Perfect place for your family - blocks to Grade School & Parks!
Contact Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324 FOR YOUR APPT TODAY!
Homesearch Website is:  www.LynSims.net            Email her at:  LynSims@remax.net

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schaumburg il real estate: Top Selling Schaumburg Subdivisions by Price Range, Lyn Sims (847)230-7324 RE/MAX Suburban - 06/12/08 05:13 AM
Top Selling Schaumburg Subdivisions by Price Range  -
Well you must be interested in Schaumburg if you're here!  Or are you just curious?  This is a short piece on the top selling subdivisions in Schaumburg over the last year. 
Under $300,000        Weathersfield - One of the largest and 1st subdivisions in the area.
Under $350,000        Weathersfield
      Sheffield Park - Probably the 2nd planned subdivision in Schaumburg.
      Timbercrest - Known for it's nice tree-line streets and huge garage sale! 
 
 
Under $400,000        Kingsport - known for it's large 2-story Colonials.
                                    Weathersfield West - Known for it's large Ranchs.
Under $450,000       Timbercrest
                                   Heritage Homes
                                   Country Grove
Under $500,000       Park … (3 comments)

 
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