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Posted on 07/21/2021
Install Impact Resistant Film to Your House Windows
Photo by OpenClipart-Vectors via Pixabay The windows in your home not only supply security while allowing fresh air and natural light to filter in, but they are also essential to keeping energy costs down and they contribute to the overall value of your home. During a windstorm, here are some ways you can protect your entire home as...
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Posted on 07/17/2021
Waukegan, IL Real Estate Market Update 7/17/2021
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Posted on 07/14/2021
What Are the Best Alternatives to Pressure Treated Wood For Decks & Patios?
Many homeowners choose pressure-treated pine to build decks based on its price and longevity. While the material ranks as the undisputed go-to lumber for decks and patios, it may not be a perfect fit for every homeowner. That's largely because pressure-treated pine brings a few negatives to the table. About Pressure-Treated Lumber Originally, pressure-treated lumber used to contain...
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Posted on 07/11/2021
Zion, IL Real Estate Market Update 7/11/2021
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Posted on 07/07/2021
What Is Step-Up Basis?
Image by Steve Buissinne from Pixabay Suppose you’ve inherited your parents’ longtime home. Suppose they paid $100,000 for it, and it’s now worth $300,000. Had they sold it while it was in their possession, they would have avoided paying capital gains tax due to the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997. Now that it’s yours, has that tax avoidance...
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Posted on 07/04/2021
Wadsworth, IL Real Estate Market Update 7/4/2021
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Posted on 06/30/2021
Bathrooms: 6 Interior Design Mistakes to Avoid
Photo by Christa Grover from Pexels Bathrooms play a big role in everyday usage and home values overall, so it’s important to make sure they look their best. Whether you’re sprucing up bathrooms in an existing home you just purchased or planning to put your house on the market, interior design changes can significantly improve the appearance of...
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Posted on 07/23/2021
Another Property Sold - 2540 Dunlay Court, Waukegan, IL 60085
Great Duplex featuring 3 bedroom unit and one bedroom unit. Exterior updates are new siding on home and garage, newer roofs, gutters, facia etc., new windows, new concrete driveway, patio and walkway. Hardwood floors throughout each unit. Three bedroom unit with large kitchen with breakfast counter, formal dining room and finished basement with additional rooms and 2 full bathrooms and jacuzzi. Spacious One bedroom unit with large living room, spacious bedroom, bright kitchen and dining area. Two car garage. Large backyard. Family home has never been...
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Posted on 07/23/2021
Video Tour - 1260 Vista Drive, Gurnee, IL 60031
Spectacular, Spacious home on huge corner lot with underground sprinkler system. Home boast beautiful 2 way stairs and vaulted ceilings. Stunning and bright living and dining room combo with crown molding. Gourmet kitchen with beautiful oak cabinets, center island, desk, granite countertops, glass backsplash, recessed lighting, pantry and newer stainless steel upgraded appliances. Main floor family room with fireplace and gas starter. Main floor office has French doors and built in shelving. Lovely and spacious powder room. Main floor also has a large bonus room that can be several uses and main floor laundry area with new washer and dryer....
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Posted on 07/23/2021
1260 Vista Drive, Gurnee, IL 60031 is now new to the market!
Spectacular, Spacious home on huge corner lot with underground sprinkler system. Home boast beautiful 2 way stairs and vaulted ceilings. Stunning and bright living and dining room combo with crown molding. Gourmet kitchen with beautiful oak cabinets, center island, desk, granite countertops, glass backsplash, recessed lighting, pantry and newer stainless steel upgraded appliances. Main floor family room with fireplace and gas starter. Main floor office has French doors and built in shelving. Lovely and spacious powder room. Main floor also has a large bonus room that can be several uses and main floor laundry area with new washer and dryer....
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Posted on 07/16/2021
Another Property Sold - 3305 Harbor Ridge Drive, Zion, IL 60099
This super Ranch in Harbor Ridge looks like no one has lived there! Very clean three bedroom. Very nice and bright kitchen with open space and counter breakfast bar. Skylights in Kitchen, and very large living room also has two skylights! Good sized rooms, and master has master bathroom. Hardwood floors are impeccable! Full unfinished basement, Two car garage. Brick paver patio, and very nice yard. This is a good one. Will go FHA, Very easy to...
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Posted on 07/07/2021
1260 Vista Drive, Gurnee, IL 60031 is now new to the market!
Spectacular, Spacious home on huge corner lot with underground sprinkler system. Home boast beautiful 2 way stairs and vaulted ceilings. Stunning and bright living and dining room combo with crown molding. Gourmet kitchen with beautiful oak cabinets, center island, desk, granite countertops, glass backsplash, recessed lighting, pantry and newer stainless steel upgraded appliances. Main floor family room with fireplace and gas starter. Main floor office has French doors and built in shelving. Lovely and spacious powder room. Main floor also has a large bonus room that can be several uses and main floor laundry area with new washer and dryer....
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