lyn sims: Meribel - Schaumburg IL - 01/09/11 09:23 AM
Meribel Sales Summary
Meribel is a great townhome community built in 1993/1994 and located near the intersections of Barrington and Schaumburg Roads just behind and north of Home Depot. (Google Map on the right will take you there and show you around). 
Meribel is comprised of 2-story styled townhomes each with a private entryway and one car garage.  Features and upgrades could include:  9 foot volume ceilings on 1st floor, hardwood floors, over sized windows, lofts, upgraded cabinetry, skylites, vaulted Master Bedroom.  ALL HOMES IN MERIBEL HAVE 2.5 BATHS.
There have been 9 homes sold and closed for 2010.  Meribel has only 2 models for sale … (0 comments)

lyn sims: Briar Pointe - Schaumburg IL - 01/09/11 01:25 AM
Briar Pointe - Schaumburg IL
Briar Pointe Townhomes were built in 1996/1997 and located near Springinsguth and Irving Park Roads in Schaumburg.  Briar Pointe is surrounded by open areas, parks, walking paths and nature sanctuaries.  Popular area with the current residents because of it's close proximity to the Schaumburg Train Station (Miwaukee West) and the Alexian Field Minor League Baseball Stadium.  Short drive to access the Elgin-O'Hare and then a connection to 355 North/South and into Chicago.  Within Briar Pointe boundaries the Schaumburg Park District operates a baseball field, socceer field, tennis courts, kids play area and covered picnic area with benches. (The … (1 comments)

lyn sims: Weathersfield Lakes - Schaumburg IL Home Sold! - 01/07/11 03:08 AM
Sold in Weathersfield Lakes! Largest model available which has a first floor Familyroom or 3BR if you desire.  Many homes have a wet bar in this model.  The one I sold had real hardwood floors on the 1st level.  Formal Diningroom was open to the Kitchen. Both baths were remodeled and the 1st floor bath has a whirlpool.  The BR's are large upstairs with plenty of closet space.

If you are looking to sell your home in Weathersfield Lakes, please visit this post to see what has recently sold for 2010.  I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you.If … (3 comments)

lyn sims: Weathersfield Lakes - Schaumburg IL - 01/06/11 09:42 AM
Weathersfield Lakes
Weathersfield Lakes is a community of quad homes (group of 4) built by Campanelli Builders in the mid 70's.  One of the 'top 10' most popular subdivisions in Schaumburg IL, it's closely located to Volkening Lake for paddle boating in summer and ice skating in the winter months.  There is also a popular walking path around the lake for joggers and dog owners.   The association offers a large clubhouse with party or meeting rooms and an outdoor pool.  
There are 3 different models in Weathersfield Lakes and all offer a private entry and 1 car attached garage. One of the … (1 comments)

lyn sims: Wildberry - Streamwood IL - 01/06/11 08:15 AM
Wildberry - Streamwood IL 
Sales summary for Wildberry Townhomes in Streamwood IL near Barrington and Bode Rds. Very popular area across the street from the Cook County Forest Preserve with wonderfully maintained walking, jogging and recently added bike paths.  Wildberry is comprised of private entry 2-story or ranch styled townhomes with a 1 car garage.  The association has an outdoor pool and clubhouse available for all homeowners. Map on the right will take you right there.
 
Wildberry is in the popular Schaumburg School District 54 and 211.  Prices range in 2010 from $87,000 to $176,000.  Great value and square footage for your money here!  Two … (3 comments)

lyn sims: High End Foreclosure Sales in the Chicagoland Area 2010 - 01/05/11 04:47 AM
High End Foreclosures in the Chicagoland Area for 2010  
You'd have to admit that 2010 has been an unusual year for all of us in real estate.  I've recently stumbled upon some interesting foreclosures in our area.  Obviously, not your average foreclosures as you'll see.  
Lake Forest     $1,900,0003 Stories, 5BR's, 5.2BA's, 7 Fireplaces, 6 Car Garage. Built in either 1870 or 1903 with 2.25 Acres and 6738 square feet.
 
My territory is in the Northwest Suburban market near Schaumburg.  If you are looking to purchase or sell your home, please don't hesitate in giving me a … (3 comments)

lyn sims: SHORT SALE Q & A ~ Short Sales for Dummies - 10/17/10 09:37 AM
Short Sales for Dummies!  This is a great Short Sale Q & A from an agent in California, Debbie Lynn.  She says it so well in her explanation that I thought I would repost it for your reading.
This is a very complicated and confusing subject where there is so much INCORRECT information on the internet.  You must be sure to hire an agent that is knowledgeable in Short Sales and be represented from an real estate attorney who is also very knowledgeable.  You cannot wing it!  This is a financial strategy that you must compile so one size does not … (3 comments)

lyn sims: 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)

lyn sims: Northwest Suburbs Market Trends - July and August 2010 - 09/11/10 02:46 AM
Hello, is anybody there?   (long echo ............ crickets)That's what the market has been like here in the Northwest Suburbs for the last 2 months.  It's been very lonely and I'm sure most sellers will agree with me.  No action!  What I've noticed is lots of internet 'shopping and lurking' but no real foot traffic into the homes themselves.  Inventory is UP over last year and in a few instances 2009's sales total have surpassed 2010.  So if we stop for a moment and wonder where the buyers actually are?  (crickets again)  I can't actually say.  But they are lurking.Interest rates are … (7 comments)

lyn sims: Septemberfest Parade 2010 - Wells Fargo and RE/MAX Suburban - 09/08/10 01:39 AM
Septemberfest Parade 2010 - Wells Fargo and RE/MAX Suburban have a great time!Was happy to participate in the Septemberfest Parade this year with the Wells Fargo Stage Coach & horse team.  We had so much fun it was like being a kid again! Yeeeeehawwww!BTW the stagecoach driver was afraid I was going to yell that too loud & the horses would start to run down the street!  Anyway, the weather was great and tons of Schaumburg residents & visitors lined the parade route!  We had a couple members of our RE/MAX Suburban 'Zipper Club' (guys that have had open heart surgery) that … (4 comments)

lyn sims: Why shall I pay top dollar to rent Grandma's House? - 09/07/10 01:40 AM
Why shall I pay top dollar and rent Grandma's House? Sellers that cannot sell their Schaumburg Home in our market area are turning to becoming landlords.  They really don't have a clue what is expected or what they should do to prepare for this new moniker but most are financially pushed into the situation.  I'll call you the reluctant landlord!Here is some advice ~1)  If you haven't painted your homes interior since 1990 (exterior too!) why would you think that a renter would want to live in your property?  Most expect a nice neutral paint job without your youngest child's crayon marks. … (10 comments)

lyn sims: Roselle IL Homes - Mobile Search - 08/28/10 04:11 AM
Introducing m.lynsims.net! Now your real estate search and favorite properties can go wherever you and your phone go!(Click on 'The Who' and hear the original 'Goin' Mobile')  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 … (0 comments)

lyn sims: Tall Ships Chicago 2010 - 08/27/10 08:50 AM
Tall Ships Chicago 2010
Visited the Tall Ships at Navy Pier and the weather was spectacular!  Not a cloud in the sky and 72 degrees when we set sail.  We took the 'Red Witch' out for an hours sail to see how it felt to be on a vintage sailing ship. A few passengers got to hoist the sails going out which took a little bit of muscle!  I took lots of great pictures (just watching all those sailors of course) of our fabulous skyline and lake front along the way.  

If you've never been to Navy Pier … (6 comments)

lyn sims: Streamwood IL Homes - Mobile Search - 08/23/10 03:16 AM
Introducing m.lynsims.net! Now your real estate search and favorite properties can go wherever you and your phone go!
(Click on 'The Who' and hear the original 'Goin' Mobile')  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. … (2 comments)

lyn sims: Roselle IL Homes - Looking for real estate? - 08/14/10 08:49 AM
Looking for a home in the Roselle IL area?   Check out what's available in Roselle IL Homes now!  Interest rates are at a 40 year low so why not take advantage? These are the current market numbers and availability for Roselle IL Homes.  Lots of great home selections (121 total) with some below the $200,000 range and we've got great custom construction for price ranges above that!  Best selection is between $200,000 to $300,000. The current average listing price for Roselle IL Homes is $330,916.  Some 'handyman specials, foreclosures and fixer uppers' are available for buyers trying to get instant equity in … (0 comments)

lyn sims: 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)

lyn sims: Roselle Homes - What were the results of the Tax Credit? - 07/26/10 01:17 PM
What's the results of the tax credit with Roselle Home Buyers? I've been waiting to write this update now for quite sometime on Roselle Home Sales and to be honest, it sure is a let down!  Yep, anti-climactic end to the Home Buyers Tax Credit.  Like a sharp object aimed at a balloon, it's a total fizzle (or as Snoop Dogg would say 'a total furrrschnizzle').The graph illustrates sales for single family and multi-family Roselle Homes from January to June 2010.  With all the media hype, I would have expected better numbers.  What I see here is the standard increases that we … (7 comments)

lyn sims: My most popular blog posts ....... - 07/09/10 08:50 AM
Top Blog Posts What never ceases to amaze me is the different and varied information that we can find on the internet and on ActiveRain.  Some entertaining, some life changing.  These are my top posts (wow, a compilation) that I published (or reblogged) so you can get an idea of what is 'popular' with the public and to also give you idea 'seeds' for your own blog.Cook County Fingerprinting - just press here please!Real Estate 'Advice' takes the Frisbee ApproachTitle Companies change the rules in IllinoisShadow Inventory, Housing Overhand and YouShort Sale Process - the psychology.Staging your Home really helps it SELLThe … (7 comments)

lyn sims: Trash Out - The World of Foreclosures - 06/23/10 03:29 AM
Foreclosed Homes - What's a 'Trash Out'?
A 'Trash Out' is often a gut wrenching clean out of a home where the owners have left their belongings behind.  Often valuables, cherished family items, important paperwork are just left where they are.  The people vanish and move quickly on to their new location.  Poof.

I think personally one of the most heart wrenching is when you find family photos that should have been taken.  Why not?  It would only take a minute to throw these into a pile for future memories.  The last 'Trash Out' I attended the owners left … (8 comments)

lyn sims: Schaumburg IL Homes - Pricing your home to SELL - 06/14/10 04:33 AM
Pricing your home to sell - how shall we arrive at a good price?  
Well there’s actually 3 things that are enmeshed together:  they are Price, Condition, Location.  All 3 actually make your Schaumburg IL home either sell or be rejected by prospective buyers.
Obviously in this market with the elevated inventory you have to be ‘spot 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 … (1 comments)

 
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