Is your veterinarian using a recalled drug? - 01/25/10 06:59 PM
What if your veterinarian was using a recalled drug -- and didn't know it? That's not a hypothetical question. On Sept. 4, at least two veterinary drugs made by Teva Animal Health, Inc., a division of Israeli-based Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, were recalled by the FDA, which shut the company down in July. But few veterinarians or pet owners were aware of the recall until the end of December.Although the reported deaths of five cats led the FDA to issue public recall notices on Dec. 22 and Dec. 29, just what products are involved, and over what time period they were manufactured … (2 comments)

Selling your Home When Everyone Else Is - Gearing up for Spring - 01/25/10 04:21 PM
Every winter sellers begin to think about moving and putting their homes on the market 'IN THE SPRING'.  This post from Lisa Udy, in Utah gives a perspective on waiting to list your home or doing a price reduction can actually cost you more money.
Are you 'chasing' or setting the market for your home?  Did you wait on an advised price reduction?
More homes are always put on the market in the Spring months and who knows what the 'market' will hold this year of 2010?  It used to be the norm but who knows now?  What used to be … (3 comments)

Seller Advice - I'll have to take a pass on that Dalmation Paint Job - 01/22/10 10:56 AM
I fired myself and here's why! Did you ever have one of those listing presentations that just didn't get off on the right foot from the get go?  Saturday I had an appt. for a listing that was either to be for sale or for rent as the seller was moving shortly to Florida.  She wanted to know her options in this tough market so I offered my expertise and to come see the property. Well, you know what happens when the seller just expounds too much about the condition of her home?  No, Lyn I've lived here 5 years and … (2 comments)

Hanover Park IL - Hanover Township Reassessment - 01/20/10 12:45 PM
Assessment Notices Mailed to Hanover Township Taxpayers First-Ever Downward Market Adjustment Lowers Assessments of Hanover Township Homes; All Hanover Township Taxpayers Being Notified of Changes in Levels of Assessment Chicago – January 19, 2009 – Cook County Assessor Jim Houlihan announced today that residential property owners in Hanover Township were mailed notices reflecting a reduction in the assessed values of their properties. The impact of these reductions will be seen in second-installment tax bills payable in the fall of 2010. "The situation we are facing in the real estate market is extraordinary, and the downturn has had an impact on home … (0 comments)

Streamwood IL - Hanover Township Reassessment - 01/20/10 12:14 PM
Assessment Notices Mailed to Hanover Township Taxpayers First-Ever Downward Market Adjustment Lowers Assessments of Hanover Township Homes; All Hanover Township Taxpayers Being Notified of Changes in Levels of AssessmentChicago – January 19, 2009 – Cook County Assessor Jim Houlihan announced today that residential property owners in Hanover Township were mailed notices reflecting a reduction in the assessed values of their properties. The impact of these reductions will be seen in second-installment tax bills payable in the fall of 2010."The situation we are facing in the real estate market is extraordinary, and the downturn has had an impact on home values," Houlihan … (0 comments)

Dog's really like Pie! - 01/18/10 04:38 PM
Some interesting Dog Facts that you might not know!  This is why the 'Blog Dog' enjoys her pie and ice cream!Meat-Seeking Missiles
Dogs actually have specific taste buds receptors that are “tuned in” to meats and meat-related chemicals. Dogs also have sweet-seeking taste buds which – partially – explains why your dog looks longingly at you while you finish off the last piece of apple pie. It’s believed that your dog’s sweet tooth comes hardwired from his wild ancestors who had to supplement their meat-based diet with berries and fruit.
Cats, on the other hand, who ate exclusively meat in the … (15 comments)

Elgin IL - How long will it take for my house to sell? - 01/18/10 01:43 PM
This is the 'Months Supply of Inventory' for Elgin IL Single Family Homes for 2009
This number is also called the 'Conversion Rate' or the 'Absorption Rate' which is how long and how much inventory is on the market in that particular town. Obviously, the higher the rate, the longer the market time for homes in that community.
Does your agent know the 'Absorption Rate' and will they share that information with you? It shouldn't be kept a secret because it plays a pivotal role in how your home should be marketed.
So we obviously have different levels of 'Absorption' in the market … (3 comments)

Hanover Highlands - Hanover Park IL - 01/15/10 02:33 PM
Hanover Highlands - Hanover Park IL Looking to get your home sold in this area?  I just sold this great split level 3BR's 2.5BA's with a family room addition off the back of the house!  It was previously listed with another realtor for 223 days.  I relisted the property and we went under contract in just 14 days! This is a tough market for sellers and you deserve to give your home the opportunity it deserves by an area expert!  Call me today so we can discuss getting you on to you new location!

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Buyers Advice - This Will Make You a Rate Shopping Genius! - 01/14/10 12:28 PM
 
Buyers Advice - good information is hard to find and this gentlemen, Bill Ladewig, gives great advice when you begin to 'shop rates'.  Not all loan officers will treat you fairly so you must be up on the game and this advice tells you how!
So you will be a Rate Shopping Genius and decide who is giving you the best rate and program that fits your needs.
Don't forget that you must get pre-approved BEFORE you begin looking for a home and have your pre-approval in hand when you make an offer on a property!
When you want to … (0 comments)

Bloomingdale Homes - How long will it take for my home to sell? - 01/14/10 11:01 AM
Bloomingdale Illinois Median Home Prices The graph displayed below is the median home prices in Bloomingdale from December 2007 to December 2009.  The median price is the point at which half of all homes are sold for more and half are sold for less.  
It gives you an idea of what prices properties are selling for in that community.  When the median price is on the lower end, more reasonably priced homes are selling vs. the higher end homes.  In the current market since January 2009, you can see that the median priced home was $244,500 and then rebounded for August 2009 with … (2 comments)

Buyers Agent - Oh No the Credit Nazi: "Bad Credit! NO LOAN FOR YOU!" - 01/14/10 10:07 AM
 
Is it time to start looking for a home? One important step you should do BEFORE you begin the process is to contact a good loan officer in your area that can help.  This post from Ted Canto puts it into perspective and gives you a little chuckle. 
The process can be a little intimidating if the loan officer doesn't make you feel comfortable and IS ON YOUR SIDE.  You want somone that can explain the whole process to you or help you begin credit clean up if that is necessary! Loan officers know the credit process better than you … (2 comments)

Hanover Park IL - What's the real estate market like? - 01/13/10 03:37 PM
Hanover Park Illinois Median Home Prices The graph displayed below is the median home prices in Hanover Park from December 2007 to December 2009.  The median price is the point at which half of all homes are sold for more and half are sold for less.  
It gives you an idea of what prices properties are selling for in that community.  When the median price is on the lower end, more reasonably priced homes are selling vs. the higher end homes.  In the current market since January 2009, you can see that the median priced home was $152,500 and then rebounded for October … (2 comments)

Streamwood IL - What's the housing market like? - 01/13/10 01:08 PM
Streamwood Illinois Median Home Prices The graph displayed below is the median home prices in Streamwood from December 2007 to December 2009.  The median price is the point at which half of all homes are sold for more and half are sold for less.  
It gives you an idea of what prices properties are selling for in that community.  When the median price is on the lower end, more reasonably priced homes are selling vs. the higher end homes.  In the current market since May 2009, you can see that the median priced home was $165,250 and then rebounded for October 2009 with … (0 comments)

Bartlett IL Homes - What's going on with home prices? - 01/13/10 10:59 AM
Bartlett Illinois Median Home Prices The graph displayed below is the median home prices in Bartlett from December 2007 to December 2009.  The median price is the point at which half of all homes are sold for more and half are sold for less.  
It gives you an idea of what prices properties are selling for in that community.  When the median price is on the lower end, more reasonably priced homes are selling vs. the higher end homes.  In the current market since May 2009, you can see that the median priced home was $251,547 and then rebounded for December 2009 with … (0 comments)

Bartlett IL Homes - How to Pick The Right Realtor - 01/13/10 10:18 AM
How to pick a Realtor?  That's a tough subject (ouija boards, psychics don't seem to work) which I'll try to illustrate with some humor from an agent, Greg Nino a successful agent that sells in Texas.  Some interesting 'pawspectives' that might make you smile.
You should interview your agent, either as a buyer or a seller and be sure you are comfortable with their skills and knowledge levels.  Don't be surprised if I don't agree with you as I'm not a 'yes man or uhhh women'. 
I'm a straight shooter that tells the truth, whether you like it or not.  The market 'is' the … (5 comments)

Great Feel Good Story - Richochet the Surfer Dog - 01/07/10 07:51 PM
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