The Real Estate Book of Chicago West & Far West Suburbs - Vol 8#6

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Beautiful Brick Ranch in Geneva

Geneva, IL

Beautiful all brick ranch is practically new! Built in 2016 this spacious home is great for entertaining! Open concept floor plan, high ceilings, wood floors & expansive rooms feel warm and inviting. The kitchen offers tons of cabinet space & storage, high end appliances, granite counters & farmhouse sink. The kitchen & family room share a wall of windows overlooking a maintenance free concrete patio, outdoor pizza oven & verdant yard! The master suite is fit for royalty with luxurious master bath and walk-in closet. The lower level is finished. Excellent storage. Heated 3.5 car garage. Circular drive provides plenty of parking. 1.2 mile walk to Graham’s Chocolates! Geneva | 4 Beds | 3 Ba | 3,300+ sqft | $899,900

Linda Hoss

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4,650+ SqFt of Finished Living Space on Beautiful Lot will be your Perfect Haven!

Expansive kitchen with granite and abundant cabinets opens to family room with stunning stone fireplace. Roomy home office and powder room could be converted to “in-law” arrangement. Upstairs flexible loft space, grand master suite, laundry. Finished basement with second family room, wet bar for entertaining, full bath, storage. Stunning backyard. Stamped concrete and brick paver patios overlook private yard with mature trees and massive lawn. A pond and waterfall feature to add to the outdoor appeal. North Aurora | 5 Beds | 4.1 Bath

CREATING A ready - to - sell HOME

nce spring comes, for-sale signs pop up with the da odils. An early start to home-selling season helps homeowners move faster and be ready once it’s time to get their houses on the market. If you’re thinking about selling your home, it’s a good idea to get it into a show state before the for-sale sign is out front.

OOnce spring comes, for-sale signs pop up with the da odils. An early start to home-selling season helps homeowners move faster and be ready once it’s time to get their houses on the market. If you’re thinking about selling your home, it’s a good idea to get it into a show state before the for-sale sign is out front.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Everyone has heard that you only have one chance to make a rst impression, and it’s true. Begin with a deep clean. Outdated light xtures are forgivable, but dirt where the carpet meets the baseboard isn’t. It makes potential buyers wonder what else has not been maintained in the house

Everyone has heard that you only have one chance to make a rst impression, and it’s true. Begin with a deep clean. Outdated light xtures are forgivable, but dirt where the carpet meets the baseboard isn’t. It makes potential buyers wonder what else has not been maintained in the house

A deep clean includes steaming carpets, dusting walls, cleaning HVAC vents, washing windows and trim, clean appliances, wipe down all cabinets, polish light xtures and don’t forget the doors and ceiling fans.

A deep clean includes steaming carpets, dusting walls, cleaning HVAC vents, washing windows and trim, clean appliances, wipe down all cabinets, polish light xtures and don’t forget the doors and ceiling fans.

REPAIRS

REPAIRS

Give your home a head start by hiring an inspector before the sale. This enables you to nd problems before a potential buyer does. Plus, having a list of corrections that were made in advance of the sale makes a positive impression that the house is in good shape.

Ready to sell your home? Contact one of our featured REALTORS to sell your home quickly, for the best price!

Melissa Garcia RE/MAX All Pro Sugar Grove, IL 630-878-9868 melissagarcia@remax.net

Melissa Garcia RE/MAX All Pro Sugar Grove, IL 630-878-9868 melissagarcia@remax.net

Cathy & Mike Peters RE/MAX All Pro Sugar Grove, IL 630-677-2406 cpetershomes@gmail.com

Cathy & Mike Peters RE/MAX All Pro Sugar Grove, IL 630-677-2406 cpetershomes@gmail.com

Rebecca Herlien Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, Oswego, IL 630-666-0245 rherlien@coldwellhomes.com

Rebecca Herlien Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, Oswego, IL 630-666-0245 rherlien@coldwellhomes.com

Joanne LaVia Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, Oswego, IL 630-267-7564 Top Sales Producer

Give your home a head start by hiring an inspector before the sale. This enables you to nd problems before a potential buyer does. Plus, having a list of corrections that were made in advance of the sale makes a positive impression that the house is in good shape.

MORE THAN SUPERFICIAL

MORE THAN SUPERFICIAL

Think home buyers won’t look in drawers and under the sink? Think again. Throw out excess, and keep all closets, cabinets and drawers orderly. One rule of thumb is to remove 30% of everything to create more visual space. Clear o countertops in the kitchen and bathroom. If decorating isn’t your strong suit, hire a home stager to help you work with what you’ve got before the Realtor sends a photographer to put up photos that will either close or sink the deal.

Think home buyers won’t look in drawers and under the sink? Think again. Throw out excess, and keep all closets, cabinets and drawers orderly. One rule of thumb is to remove 30% of everything to create more visual space. Clear o countertops in the kitchen and bathroom. If decorating isn’t your strong suit, hire a home stager to help you work with what you’ve got before the Realtor sends a photographer to put up photos that will either close or sink the deal.

ADD STYLE

ADD STYLE

Nothing can sell a house like curb appeal. It’s like a pretty box with a satin bow. Polish up your home’s look so that the sale isn’t lost at the street. Find small ways to update, like fresh mulch in the front yard beds or a pot of welcoming owers by the door. Create a welcoming entrance and before long you’ll be putting “sold” sign out front.

Nothing can sell a house like curb appeal. It’s like a pretty box with a satin bow. Polish up your home’s look so that the sale isn’t lost at the street. Find small ways to update, like fresh mulch in the front yard beds or a pot of welcoming owers by the door. Create a welcoming entrance and before long you’ll be putting “sold” sign out front.

Patricia Romke Realty One Group Excel Aurora, IL 630-927-1207 patriciaromke@gmail.com

Patricia Romke Realty One Group Excel Aurora, IL 630-927-1207 patriciaromke@gmail.com

IL 630-364-8849 jane@janewinninger.com

Jane Winninger Baird & Warner Yorkville, IL 630-364-8849 jane@janewinninger.com

Samantha

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago Geneva, IL 630-967-8068 sbauman@bhhschicago.com

IL 630-247-4337

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Paula Uber Wheatland Realty Naperville, IL 630-247-4337 paula@wheatland-realty.com

Joanne LaVia Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, Oswego, IL 630-267-7564 Top Sales Producer

IL 630-272-7263 melissa@melissawalshgroup.com

Melissa Walsh Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, Oswego, IL 630-272-7263 melissa@melissawalshgroup.com

Diantha Hancock, SRES® Realty One Group Excel Aurora, IL 779-435-3669 diantha@closertohearth.com

Diantha Hancock, SRES® Realty One Group Excel Aurora, IL 779-435-3669 diantha@closertohearth.com

Steph

Keller Williams Inspire Geneva, IL 630-816-4501 stephcurran@kw.com

Steph Curran Keller Williams Inspire Geneva, IL 630-816-4501 stephcurran@kw.com

Michael

Michael Angelo Herrera Baird & Warner Geneva, IL 224-489-8594 michael.herrera@bairdwarner.com

Baird & Warner Geneva, IL 224-489-8594 michael.herrera@bairdwarner.com

Huntley Realty Sun City Del Webb Huntley, IL 847-370-8667 denise@denisepitcher.com

Katrina

Katrina Hish Baird & Warner Geneva, IL 630-930-8093 katrina.hish@bairdwarner.com

Baird & Warner Geneva, IL 630-930-8093 katrina.hish@bairdwarner.com

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, Oswego, IL 773-620-6327 gprado@coldwellhomes.com

Melissa Walsh Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, Oswego,

Paula Uber Wheatland Realty Naperville,

Curran

Jane Winninger Baird & Warner Yorkville,

Gabriela Prado Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, Oswego, IL 773-620-6327 gprado@coldwellhomes.com

Samantha Bauman Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago Geneva, IL 630-967-8068 sbauman@bhhschicago.com

Denise Pitcher Huntley Realty Sun City Del Webb Huntley, IL 847-370-8667

Hish

Angelo Herrera

Gabriela Prado

Bauman

Denise Pitcher

HERE ARE 10 RESOURCES YOU NEED WHEN SELLING A HOME

MORTGAGE LENDER - Getting preapproved by a lender for a mortgage helps you shop for homes within your means and shows you’re a serious buyer. A lender can estimate how much mortgage you’ll likely qualify for and preliminary loan terms.

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

-Homes that use a professional photographer sell faster than homes with standard photos. Homebuyers judge whether or not to walk through a property by first seeing the listing photos online.

HOME STAGER - Home staging helps to prepare your home to sell so it appeals to the most potential buyers who will pay the highest possible price. They will give you advice on decluttering and can provide furniture and accessories if needed.

HOME INSPECTOR - Having a Home Inspection prior to selling lets you know of any issues and what repairs you should make to help improve the buyer’s confidence. There is also less likelihood of price negotiations.

HOME WARRANTY - Offering a home warranty will give your buyers comfort knowing that issues that may arise, such as appliance malfunction, HVAC, plumbing etc are covered by just a small service fee (some restrictions may apply).

INSURANCE - If you are purchasing another home Mortgage lenders require homeowners insurance. You also deserve peace of mind knowing that your most expensive purchase is protected.

TITLE COMPANY - Title companies do a title search which is an examination of public records to determine and confirm a property’s legal ownership, and to find out whether there are any liens or claims on the property.

ATTORNEY - Real estate att orneys help oversee home sales, from t he moment the contract is signed through the negotiating period to closing. A seller’s attorney reviews sales contracts, communicates terms in a professional manner and attends closings to prevent mishaps.

MOVING & STORAGE - Hiring professional movers offloads the stresses of packing, heavy-lifting, and transporting and is well worth the money spent. For others, saving that money through a doit-yourself move is the way to go. There are also ways to mix-andmatch your services to get the help you really need

HOME SERVICES - You may need t o freshen up your home with minor repairs, paint, flooring or landscaping before selling your home. It is good to have some resources before selling. Your REALTOR can usually give you some home services referrals.

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JUNE is the month we celebrate graduations and weddings, and the month for fun camps and picnics! It is also a great month to buy and sell a home. It is a great time to move before the school year starts and while the weather is nice.

JUNE is the month we celebrate graduations and weddings, and the month for fun camps and picnics! It is also a great month to buy and sell a home. It is a great time to move before the school year starts and while the weather is nice.

The REALTORS and service partners in this magazine are the best in the business. Reach out to any one of them for all of your real estate needs. Tell them you found them in “The Real Estate Book Home & Lifestyle Guide!”

The REALTORS and service partners in this magazine are the best in the business. Reach out to any one of them for all of your real estate needs. Tell them you found them in “The Real Estate Book Home & Lifestyle Guide!”

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5 Acre Equestrian Estate with

This beautiful custom built-one owner ranch home features a spacious split floor plan with over 2,600 sqft of living space and is perfectly positioned on 5 acres of land, highlighted by a charming 36’ x 70’ stable with 4 box stalls with direct access to fenced paddocks, 2 tack rooms, a feed room, an adjoining 66’ x 120’ indoor arena for all weather riding and a large fenced pasture for riding or grazing. Dramatic vaulted great room features a floor to ceiling stone fireplace and a wall of windows overlooking the pasture beyond. Custom kitchen with high end cabinetry and appliances. The breakfast area overlooks the 4 season room which has access to the large patio & yard. The generous Master Bedroom is privately located on one side of the home, featuring a luxury bath. Two generous bedrooms and full bath on the opposite side of the home. The open staircase leads to the deep full basement which is partially finished with a home office, a workshop area, a roughed in bath and a 2nd fireplace. Oversized 3.5 car side load garage! Even the driveways are pretty amazing! There is a concrete drive entering the garage and a horseshoe drive leading to the front door, and a side drive leading to the barn. You are going to love the view, watching your horses as they graze in your own fields, just beyond the backyard! Sheridan | $699,900 | 3 Bed | 2 Baths

Spacious Open Floor Plan

Dramatic Great Room

Chef’s Dream Kitchen Dining Room

Box Stalls, Paddocks

36’x70’ Stable Savvy Acres

Indoor Riding Arena