chicagos north shore: Giving Thanks, North Shore Edition
- 11/15/11 11:46 AM
Giving Thanks, North Shore Edition As Thanksgiving approaches I'm feeling incredible gratitude. Next week my husband will tackle the turkey (it's like a religion for him) while I whip up the sides and we gather around the table with family to celebrate and reflect. In that spirit, I am thinking about my local and online communities and wanted to share a few thoughts. I am thankful for many things - - I am thankful to work as a Realtor in Highland Park, IL. I feel lucky every time I meet a new client and have a chance to show them the … (1 comments)
chicagos north shore: Do You Want To Sell Your Home ... Have It Priced Right!
- 11/20/10 10:04 AM
Do you want to sell your home - have it priced right! Listen to your REALTOR - the comps that he/she provide, their marketing plan and THEIR suggested list price. The post below, written by Judy Greenberg, spells it out in very simplistic terms. Homes that are selling today are priced right. I have been showing homes to several buyers in various north shore suburbs -from Kenilworth to Highland Park. There are lots of homes to choose from but buyers are resisting putting in an offer on a over-priced listing - for two reasons: 1. They do not want to overpay; … (1 comments)
chicagos north shore: Real Urban Barbecue in Highland Park IL is officially open!
- 11/12/10 02:24 PM
Real Urban Barbecue in Highland Park IL is officially open! Real Urban Barbecue also known as RUB has opened its doors in downtown Highland Park. This amazing eatery is located in Port Clinton Square - 610 Central Avenue Suite #177. Owner, Jeff Shapiro, has been working on the concept and all of his menu items are absolutely delicious. I have had a chance to sample quite a bit - from bbq ribs, pulled pork sandwich, smoked turkey, mashed potatoes, baked beans, sweet potatoes, macaroni and cheese, various salads the list goes on and on - EVERYTHING IS AMAZING!!!! Real Urban Barbecue … (2 comments)
chicagos north shore: Have You Had Your Home Tested For Radon?
- 09/05/10 04:10 PM
Have You Had Your Home Tested For Radon? Radon is a leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is found in homes but it can be mitigated. It is a natural radioactive gas that one cannot smell, see or taste. I have sold homes without elevated levels of radon and homes with high levels of radon which had a mitigation system installed. One home may have radon while another home does not. How do you know if your house has radon? Test it!! In Illinois when a home is on the market a seller is required to sign a disclosure pertaining to … (7 comments)
chicagos north shore: Chicago's North Shore Suburbs Real Estate Market Update
- 09/02/10 02:31 PM
Chicago's North Shore Suburbs Real Estate Market Update Are you thinking about moving to the North Shore Suburbs. Curious what your options may be? The options are endless - from price, style of home, proximity to the lake and various North Shore Suburbs - there is truly something for everyone. Vintage homes, new construction, lake front properties, modest homes to luxurious mansions are all available in Chicago's North Shore Suburbs. Below is a Real Estate Market Update summary of several North Shore Suburbs: Highland Park: There are currently 315 active properties on the market ranging in price from $150,000.00 - $8,750,000.00. … (1 comments)
Looking for a new home on Chicago's North Shore? Stop by 256 Sumac Road in Highland Park IL on Sunday between 1:00 - 3:00 and view this fabulous home.
This classic Colonial exudes warmth & charm along with all of today's amenities. The bright, sun-filled property sits on a lush & deep professionally landscaped lot. The main floor features a handsome Living Room with wood burning fireplace, crown molding & hardwood floors. Adjacent is the Family Room featuring built-ins, hardwood floors & views of the … (4 comments)
chicagos north shore: Mahoney Plumbing Cooling and Heating Serving Chicago's North Shore Suburbs
- 08/06/10 05:21 AM
Mahoney Plumbing is an amazing source for consumers in need of Plumbing, Heating and Cooling who live in Chicago's North Shore Suburbs. Recently, our hot water heater burst - not a pleasant surprise to wake up to. I had contacted several plumbers and only Mahoney was able to switch things around so they could take care of our needs and replace our hot water heater promptly. As a REALTOR on Chicago's North Shore I know that the way I treat my clients goes a long way. Not only did Mahoney Plumbing come through for us they also recognize the importance … (3 comments)
chicagos north shore: Chicago Botanic Garden
- 04/05/10 01:04 AM
Chicago Botanic Garden located on Chicago's North Shore is one amazing place to visit. The weather this past week in the Chicagoland Area was absolutely gorgeous and what a better way to spend the day then to stroll through the Botanical Gardens. As a full-time REALTOR, wife and mother of two very active boys, it is a rare occasion to have some down time for myself. The beauty of living and working in Chicago's North Shore Suburbs is to take advantage of what is in your backyard. The Chicago Botanic Gardens is a wonderful place to visit for an hour or … (3 comments)
chicagos north shore: Staged Home on Chicago's North Shore Looks Amazing!
- 03/14/10 01:13 PM
Staged home on Chicago's North Shore looks amazing. I recently wrote an entry about staging. As a REALTOR serving clients along Chicago's North Shore I believe that staging a vacant home (if it is within the seller's budget) makes a big difference. I currently have a vacant listing which I sold to my clients a few years ago. They absolutely loved this home and the picturesque landscaped yard backing to the forest preserve but felt that they were growing out of it. We are priced very competitively in the market but the house is vacant and does not show its best. … (4 comments)
chicagos north shore: To Stage or Not to Stage? That is the Question........
- 03/04/10 02:06 PM
To Stage or Not to Stage? That is the question.... As a REALTOR assisting buyers and sellers throughout Chicago's North Shore I say - Yes - Stage!! Without a doubt a staged home will show much better than a non staged home and/or a vacant home. First impressions are key and with the abundance of inventory in the marketplace the goal is to make your home look at its best. Many buyers have a hard time visualizing how and where their furniture will work/fit in a vacant home. Empty rooms actually appear smaller then they really are. Staging is an additional expense for a seller … (10 comments)
chicagos north shore: Cures for Cabin Fever in Highland Park Illinois
- 02/25/10 12:34 PM
Cures for Cabin Fever in Highland Park Illinois. Do you or your kids need some? This morning Highland Park IL residents woke up to... surprise! More snow. So what to do when it's too cold and snowy to head outside? There's no shortage of free wonderful options here in Highland Park and on Chicago's North Shore. For grown-ups - Hit the indoor track at the Highland Park Rec Center to get your heart rate up. - Highland Park IL residents can check out a Museum Adventure Pass for free from the Highland Park Public Library for free or discounted entry … (1 comments)
chicagos north shore: Are we in a buyer's market?
- 02/12/10 12:55 AM
Are we in a buyer's market? According to everything I read and everyone who "talks" Real Estate we are in a buyer's market. However, based on my own experience this week I have been pondering this topic.
I have been actively working with a young couple to find a home on Chicago's North Shore since October. We have looked at numerous homes and until last Saturday nothing was even remotely exciting to them. A week ago Thursday I saw a new listing pop up - it was not everything my clients had on their wish list - but I knew … (3 comments)
chicagos north shore: iNorthshore an iPhone/iTouch Application for Chicago North Shore Residents and Visitors
- 01/29/10 02:22 AM
Exciting news..... i3G Software, Inc. Releases iNorthshore an iPhone/iTouch Application for Chicago North Shore Residents and Visitors. As a resident and a Real Estate Professional of Highland Park, IL I think that this application is worthwhile checking out - it was JUST RELEASED. I am excited to share this exciting news with everyone as the developer of this application happens to be a friend and a client who I assisted with Real Estate needs. This is a fabulous tool for a potential buyer moving from out of state or the city of Chicago who may not familiar with what a particular area of Chicago's North Shore has to offer. … (2 comments)
I think that Real Estate on Chicago's North Shore will be good in 2010. First and foremost, I think that anyone who is looking to sell or buy Real Estate needs to have a positive attitude. A big smile and a chin up will yield to positive results. I believe that pricing, for the most part, has stabilized. There are lots of opportunities in the Real Estate Market that were not affordable to many before. You can buy a single family updated home in Highland Park,IL for $550,000 … (1 comments)
chicagos north shore: Home Buyer - Make Your Checklist!
- 12/23/09 12:44 AM
A home buyer should make a checklist - it will make the process of home buying easier and with a checklist there should be less stress too. So one of your New Year resolutions is to move to a new residence within the next six months. So where do you start? Most likely you will dabble on the Internet looking at various areas of choice and various price points. As a REALTOR in Highland Park, Illinois I can help you with a few pointers to make the process easier. 1. Partner with a Real Estate Agent who sells Real Estate in … (6 comments)
chicagos north shore: How "Million Dollar Listing" Plays in Highland Park Illinois
- 11/25/09 03:12 PM
Who else loves Bravo TV's show "Million Dollar Listing?" Sure, Los Angeles is about 2000 miles away from my home turf of Highland Park, Illinois, but it's so interesting to see how market highs and lows play out in such different communities. Much as I love the drama between the real estate agents, I thank my lucky stars that my own relationships with other brokers here on the North Shore of Chicago are infinitely more professional. What's most interesting about this show is the interaction between agents and clients. Those relationships are essentially the same, whether you've got LA Chad with … (5 comments)
chicagos north shore: LETTING YOUR HIGHLAND PARK ILLINOIS REALTOR HELP YOU!
- 11/18/09 01:05 AM
My goal as a Highland Park, Illinois REALTOR is to help you with your real estate needs. In order to do my job and best serve your needs, I need to ask a lot of questions, many which actually don't have anything to do with the house we are viewing, some which don't seem to have any apparent connection to real estate. I recently had the opportunity to assist a young couple moving from Chicago to Chicago's North Shore with their home search. We briefly spoke on the phone and met the following weekend. We looked at several homes in Northbrook, Deerfield and … (8 comments)
I'm just getting my feet wet with this whole blog thing and thought I should take a moment to introduce myself. I am an active real estate agent on Chicago's North Shore specializing in Highland Park IL, Glencoe, Deerfield, Northbrook, Highwood and surrounding areas. I reside in Highland Park IL with my husband, two sons and our big white dog. Highland Park is absolutely gorgeous right now. We had a great time decking out our house with spooky Halloween decorations and are looking forward to Thanksgiving. The leaves have changed colors and are flying everywhere. How did we end … (14 comments)
Giving Thanks, North Shore Edition
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