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4 Timbers Ct, Bloomington $389,999 Walkout ranch has amazing custom built extras!

Quality and condition in The Timbers make this home impossible to pass by! Designer highlights include distributed audio, stamped concrete covered patio, & park-like yard. Vaulted ceiling and exceptional great room accent the open concept floorplan. Travertine floors and granite countertops provide a sleek finish to the eat-in kitchen. Relax with a morning coffee or an afternoon book in the screened porch overlooking a beautiful backyard. Home has four large bedrooms and three full spacious baths with granite vanity tops. All bedrooms feature built-in shelving and planning desks. Master bedroom has a tray ceiling. The walk-out lower level is expansive and includes huge family room, a gas fireplace and full windows in the family room. Property is landscaped with retaining walls and established trees and shrubs.

J.P. Finley Broker, ASP™, GrI™, ABr™

309.585-0500

jp@jpfinley.com www.JPFinley.com

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Worry-free home financing starts with

First Financial Bank

Mike Sturdyvin

• Competitive Rates • Prompt Answers

• Local Decisions • Local Service

NMLS# 657960

Regional Mortgage Sales Mgr. msturdyvin@first-online.com

At First Financial, we understand that every homebuyer’s situation is different. Before recommending a loan option, we’ll take the time to ask questions and learn your specific needs. We’ll also provide feedback every step of the way so there are no surprises when your loan is ready to close. If you’re planning to buy, build or refinance, put our experience to work for you. Contact Mike Sturdyvin or Wayne Bolton at 217-351-6620 for more information or visit our website to check rates, get a Quick Quote or apply online.

Wayne Bolton NMLS# 1397906

Mortgage Loan Officer wbolton@first-online.com

First Financial Bank www.first-online.com EQUAL HOUSING LENDER • NMLS# 401915 • MEMBER FDIC

TOP 10 THINGS TO DO WHEN SELLING YOUR HOME: #1. CALL US WE’LL HANDLE THE OTHER 9

SMITH-STEIN FAMILY REALTORS

Smith-Stein Family Realtors Crowne Realty • 309-826-8614 • www.SmithStein.com Allison 309-826-8614 • Phyllis 825-2958 • Mark 706-0738


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LocaL, NatioNaL aNd State award wiNNiNg team

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10 acreS!!

1 acre Lot! treeS

4 Bed 3 car

13937 BeNjamiN ct

2932 woLF creek

MLS # 2162898

MLS # 2170488

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12542 e 2500 north rD

MLS# 2170396

MLS # 2162442

$449,000

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$299,000

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$275,000

4-UNit iNVeStmeNt opportUNitY

$249,900

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d L So 1324 BryCe Ct, normAl

212 N ceNter #402

201 park

8624 oakmoNt

MLS # 2163707

MLS # 2163734

$249,900

$196,000

$156,600

miNier

compLeteLY Updated

aLL Brick raNch

212 N miNier

206 S waLNUt heYworth

908 S adeLaide

MLS # 2160267

$139,600

MLS # 2164431

$110,000

$139,900

Updated raNch

608 mapLe

MLS #2170341

MLS # 2170467

$109,900

New price!

SoUth BLoomiNgtoN coNdo!

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204 e SULLiVaN St

406 N cLiNtoN

1920 tracY #18

708 w mULBerrY

MLS # 2164087

MLS # 2164451

MLS # 2164321

MLS # 2152566

MLS # 2162645

$118,600

MLS# 2170301

d L So $104,600

$54,000

$44,700

$38,900


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commercial

29+acreS-caNpUrchaSeSmaLLSectioNS

great reStaUraNt opportUNitY

prime commerciaL LaNd

toWAnDABArneS–Bloomington

7 CurrenCy Dr

3495 rAAB – normAl

MLS # 2140354

MLS # 2163067

MLS # 2142974

$5,269,017

$699,900

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velDe Dr – Pekin

1400 Ft JeSSe – normAl

MLS # 2152276

MLS # 2142973

$285,000

$275,000

cUStom BUiLt Former tree Farm!

MLS # 2164033

Cindy Eckols BROKER, Developer, ABR, GRI, CNE 309.532.1616 cindy@cindyeckols.com

CArole Drive

35AirlineDrive,Bloomington

MLS # 2164550

MLS # 2160036

$504,642

New LiStiNg!

ZoNed BUSiNeSS or commerciaL

2401 S mAin St

AirPort roAD – normAl

MLS # 2164537

MLS # 2113795

$243,936

land

7.07 acre BUiLdaBLe Lot iN coLFaX

$820,400

readY For coNStrUctioN

$590,000

$249,000

3637 n 1600 eASt rD

New LiStiNg!

$29,600 MLS # 2161713

miNier

$469,000 oFFice

208 il rte 122

605S.mCClun

MLS # 2131649

MLS # 2164381

$139,600

$79,900

• CrestwiCke Country Club living • CrestwiCke south lots priCed $53,000 $145,000 • City water and sewer • large lots, some walk out and daylight • some lots on golf Course • heyworth sChools • buy now and seller will pay 1 year memebership and initiation fee to CrestwiCke Counrty Club

Greg Lee Broker 309.824.5011 greglee@speednet.com

Local, State, and National Award Winning Team

Sandy Utsler Office Manager & Broker 309.664.8552 office 309.287.7381 cell CindyEckolsTeam@gmail.com

Mike Harmon Broker 309.826.7014 Mharmon5@live.com

Each Office Independently Owned and Oper Operated.


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Bloomington Area Leaders

These LEADING LAWYERS have been identified by their peers to be among the top lawyers in Illinois. Julia B. McCarthy

Brady Connolly & Masuda PC

Normal

309.862.4765

Workers' Compensation Defense

A. Clay Cox

Cox & Associates LLC

Bloomington 309.828.7331

Bankrupt/WO: Comm; Close/Private Held; Employ Benefit; Tax: Bus; Trust/Will/Estate

Thomas J. Arkell

Dunn Law Firm LLP

Bloomington 309.828.6241

Employment: Emp; Employment: Mgmt; Immig: Employ; Immigration: Indiv; School

James P. Ginzkey

Ginzkey Law Office

Bloomington 309.821.9707

Personal Injury: General; Personal Injury: Professional Malpractice

Thomas N. Jacob

Jacob & Klein LTD

Bloomington 309.664.7777

Gov/Muni/Lobby/Admin; Public Finance; RE: Commercial

Larry A. Apfelbaum

Kanoski Bresney

Bloomington 309.829.5700

Workers' Compensation

Todd A. Bresney

Kanoski Bresney

Bloomington 309.829.5700

Personal Injury: General

Timothy W. Kelly

Kelly Law Offices PC

Bloomington 309.820.0600

Personal Injury: General; ADR: Personal Injury

Eitan Weltman

Law Office of Eitan Weltman

Bloomington 309.829.4422

Creditor Rights/Commercial Collections; Real Estate: Residential

Thomas M. Barger, III

Livingston Barger Law Firm

Bloomington 309.828.5281

Closely/Privately Held; RE: Commercial; Trust/Will/Estate

Peter W. Brandt

Livingston Barger Law Firm

Bloomington 309.828.5281

Commercial Litigation; Med-Mal Defense; PI Defense: General

Thomas A. Jennings

Livingston Barger Law Firm

Bloomington 309.828.5281

Agriculture; Real Estate: Commercial; Trust/Will/Estate

Christopher L. Nyweide Livingston Barger Law Firm

Bloomington 309.828.5281

Health; Med-Mal Defense; PI Defense: General

Richard E. Stites

Livingston Barger Law Firm

Bloomington 309.828.5281

Comm Lit; Med-Mal Defense; PI Defense: General; Product Liab Defense; ADR: PI

William C. Wetzel

Livingston Barger Law Firm

Bloomington 309.828.5281

Land Use/Zoning/Condemn; Public Utilities; RE: Commercial; RE: Residential; Tax: Bus

David M. Moss

Moss & Moss PC

Clinton

William A. Mueller, Jr.

Mueller Reece & Hinch LLC

Bloomington 309.827.4055

217.935.8341

Assoc/Non-Profit; Close/Private Held; Comm Lit; Construction; Trust/Will/Estate

Jay D. Reece

Mueller Reece & Hinch LLC

Bloomington 309.827.4055

Close/Private Held; Land Use/Zoning/Condemn; RE: Commercial; RE: Residential

Helen E. Ogar

Ogar & Miller

Bloomington 309.827.8551

Adoption/Reproductive Technology; Family; ADR: Family

Workers' Compensation

Robert T. Varney

Robert T. Varney & Associates

Bloomington 309.827.4444

Ins Coverage/Reinsurance; PI Defense: General; Product Liab Defense; Tox Tort Def

Terence B. Kelly

Thomson & Weintraub LLC

Bloomington 309.829.7069

Civil Appellate; Personal Injury: General; PI: Prof'l Malpractice; Work Comp

Kathleen McDonald Kraft Thomson & Weintraub LLC

Bloomington 309.829.7069

Adoption & Reproductive Technology; Family

Melissa M. McGrath

Thomson & Weintraub LLC

Bloomington 309.829.7069

Civil Appell; Civil Right/Constitution; Employ: Employee; Land Use/Zoning/Condemn

Alan I. Weintraub

Thomson & Weintraub LLC

Bloomington 309.829.7069

Family

Gina L. Wood

Thomson & Weintraub LLC

Bloomington 309.829.7069

Criminal Defense: Felonies/Misdemeanors; Family; Juvenile

These EMERGING LAWYERS have been identified by their peers to be among the top lawyers in Illinois who are 40 years old or younger or practicing law 10 years or less. Noah P. Hamann

Brady Connolly & Masuda PC

Normal

309.862.5740 Workers' Compensation Defense

Neel Mookerjee

Brady Connolly & Masuda PC

Normal

309.862.4845 Workers' Compensation Defense

A. Christopher Cox

Cox & Associates LLC

Bloomington

309.828.7331 Closely/Privately Held Business; Commercial Litigation

Patrick R. Cox

Cox & Associates LLC

Bloomington

309.828.7331 Closely/Privately Held; Tax: Business; Tax: Individual; Trust/Will/Estate

J. Harrison Fulk

Cox & Associates LLC

Bloomington

309.828.7331 Family

Jonathan J. Bobell

Livingston Barger Law Firm

Bloomington

309.828.5281 Med-Mal Defense; PI Defense: General

Elizabeth B. Megli

Livingston Barger Law Firm

Bloomington

309.828.5281 Creditor Right/Commercial Collect; Gov/Muni/Lobby/Admin; RE: Residential

Nathan B. Hinch

Mueller Reece & Hinch LLC

Bloomington

309.827.4055 Construction; Real Estate: Commercial; RE: Residential

Drew R. Quitschau

Thomson & Weintraub LLC

Bloomington

309.829.7069 Family

A lawyer CANNOT buy the distinction of Leading or Emerging Lawyer. The distinction was earned by being among those lawyers most often recommended by their peers. For a full description of our research process, a complete list of all Leading or Emerging Lawyers, and to view profiles of the lawyers listed on this page, go to

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When it R e a lly H A A S to b e SOLD--Call T h e H a a s S iste rs! Tr a c y H a a s R i l e y 309-275-6590 14 Kleggstone, Blm $229,900

So much finished square footage and in a great area! 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms, oversized deck with pergola, finished lower level with 3 rooms plus storage.

3511 St Jean, NL $234,900

1116 W Oakland, Blm $77,900

14 Clinton Place, NL $121,900

Cute bungalow still home with main floor bedroom, huge, private yard and nice eat in kitchen.

Charming home in excellent shape featuring enclosed front porch, working wood burning fireplace, updated kitchen and bathroom and 1 car garage.

1911 Tracy Dr #1A, Blm $39,900

Fantastic, like new 4 bedroom home with extras galore! Walk in pantry, over sized garage, neutral colors, school pathway across the street! Very nice!

This condo will knock your socks off! Like new cosmetically with a full appliance package and in building laundry, secured building and assigned parking.

1031 Canyon Creek, NL $219,900

810 E Taylor, Blm $89,900

Wonderful, like new construction, but better--has fully finished basement, full kitchen appliance package and a fenced backyard! 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths!

Kristen Haas Oliver 309-838-6082

Move in ready 3 bedroom home with a large deck and a garage in a great location! Neutral throughout with nice room sizes.

712 N Roosevelt, Blm $114,900

Lovely Victorian style home with 4 bedrooms and lots of common living spaces. All appliances stay. Two decorative fireplaces, garage, fenced yard and deck too!

108 W Locust, Blm $125,000

Unbelievable 2 bedroom, 2 full bath condo in downtown Bloomington. Historic charm with updated amenities! Full appliance package stays!

2503 Rainbow, Blm $299,900

Fantastic ranch on huge double lot with so much to offer! Finished lower level, four bedrooms, fireplace, two story great room, basketball court. Simply incredible!

48 Parkshores, Blm $139,900

Well kept open floor design that backs to White Oak Lake! Enjoy stunning sunsets on either your deck or patio. Two-three bedrooms and three full baths! 700 N Adelaide #19, NL $55,000

These condos pay for themselves! Buy this for yourself or a as a smart money maker! Two bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths in good condition.

We help you with every step of your home selling or home buying process. Need a moving truck? We own one. Need a painter? We know the best. Need a house cleaner? We know one. Need an inspector? We know several. Need a repair done? We know who to call.

We help you with EVERYTHING! www.TheHaasSisters.com

©2016 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.


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Our commitment to you begins with our people.

502 North Hershey Rd Bloomington, IL 61704 (309) 664-9100

• Easy to do business with • High ethical standards • Community oriented

DESARAE LUDOLPH NMLS# 574971 (309) 287-6773

GRANT BELLIS NMLS# 638036 (309) 664-7070

JAcKIE JAcKSON NMLS# 580827 (309) 530-3941

MARK KIMMERLING NMLS# 618784 (309) 826-7730

MARK LARSEN NMLS# 638040 (309) 287-7822

www.MSIEasyPath.com SUZI NAFZIGER NMLS# 638037 (309) 275-7899

KEITH THOMPSON NMLS# 576669 (309) 275-1179

DAVE USIAK NMLS# 638038 (309) 825-2709

DEEDA WILLIAMS NMLS# 638039 (309) 825-1782

NMLS# 172606

SPRING INTO A NEW HOME! NEW PRICE!

1568 Hunt Drive, Unit F, Normal • $102,000

Beautifully cared for, end unit, condo w/no backyard neighbors! 3 Bedrooms and 1.5 Baths. Big family room in basement. Updated kitchen, bathrooms, lighting, flooring, water heater, sump pump, sliding doors and upstairs windows in last 5 years. Newer garage door, ceiling fan, storm door, blinds, garbage disposal in 2013. New Micro/hood 2016. Mitigated for Radon. Fresh carpets. Move in ready!

NEW PRICE!

402 Michael Court, Normal $144,900

Perfect home for first time home buyers!! Possibility for investors too. Unusual floor plan is somewhat contemporary. Not a cookie cutter. One owner, custom built home. New carpet throughout, new range, dishwasher, refrigerator. Fresh paint. Unique handicap, step in, whirlpool tub/shower in master bath. Plumbed for second floor laundry in 2nd bath closet. Eat in kitchen, great mudroom between garage and family room. Lives big! Over-sized 2 car garage. In ground sprinklers. Home Warranty included. Located on quiet cul-de-sac in the ever popular Pleasant Hills. Excellent opportunity to become a great investment!

Mary Lou Gold, Broker Associate, GRI

(309) 287-3148

www.marylougold.com | MaryLouGold@aol.com

For Open Houses and More Information go to www.MaryLouGold.com


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Now is the time to Buy with the Janet Jurich Realty Group. SOLD

ayS D 5 in MLS#2170299

2245 Emory Lane

• Beautiful 4 bedroom ranch • Northfields Subdivision • Finished lower level

$259,900

2507 Crooked Creek, BL

$419,900

• Beautiful custom built home in Fox Creek • Must see home that backs to golf course • Winding staircase floor to ceiling windows in atrium

MLS#2164031

PRICE REDUCED 1114 N Morris, BL $35,000 • Reduced $35,000 with Investor Opportunity • Oversize garage 42 x 25 • Newer roof and siding

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MLS# 2170003

721 E Washington, Clinton

$65,000

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MLS# 2164248

4 SEASONS ROOM 1219 Kenneth, BL • East side location 5 bedrooms 3.5 baths • Updated move in ready finished lower level • 4 season’s room, fenced yard

MLS#2162605

1002 Franklin, NL

$94,900

• Close to Bromenn and ISU • Open floor plan • Newer carpet throughout, large yard

• Nice 3 bedroom home, corner lot • Newer flooring, ranch 1512 sq ft • Original wood floors in bedrooms

$189,900

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MLS#216407

22416 E 1900 N Rd., Towanda

$156,900

• 3 bedroom 2 bath home on 1.24 acres • Refurbished outbuilding 24 x 66 • All newer windows, newer generator

MLS#2163539

405 W Raab, NL

$98,000

• Walk out ranch with fenced yard • 2 bedrooms plus 1 bedroom LL no egress • 2 full baths, living room up, family room LL

ED C U RED

MLS#2160399

LOT 101 Travis Dr., Carlock Lot $16,000 • One of the largest lots in Stoneman Gardens subdivision • If you are ready to build this lot is perfect!

Janet Jurich Realty Group REALTOR®, BROKER, GRI, CNE, SRS

Janet@JanetJurich.com Phone: (309) 825-2078 .PropertiesInBloomington.com www.PropertiesInBloomington.com Each Keller Williams Realty Office is independently owned and operated. Keller Williams Realty 2401 E Empire St., Ste. B, Bloomington, IL

We look forward to working with you. Becky Harvey 309-532-5306 • Susan Yoder 309-533-3462


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HAS ITS OWN PATCH OF GRASS AT PNC MORTGAGE, we’re committed to making the buying process simpler, and getting you into a home faster. We’ll walk you through the steps one by one, bringing clarity to the process and to your home financing experience with PNC. It’s one of the reasons that the PNC-customer relationship lasts well over a decade. With a lot more confidence in the system, there’s no telling what you can achieve. Find out more at pncmortgage.com/bloomingtonnormal or call Mortgage Officers at 309-823-3020 202 E. Washington Street Bloomington, IL 61701

ACHIEVEMENT is a registered mark of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.PNC is a registered service mark of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (“PNC”). PNC Mortgage is a division of PNC Bank, National Association, a subsidiary of PNC. All loans are provided by PNC Bank, National Association and are subject to credit approval and property appraisal. ©2012 The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. All rights reserved.

MORT PDF 0812-077-111103


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WE ARE MAKING BANKING EVEN EASIER.

Full-service branch opening at 2402 East Washington Street

Spring 2017

309-557-0022 www.IllinoisNationalBank.com/Bloomington

Spring is in the Air!

Great Time to BUY a New HOME! Another listing SOLD in 1 day!

Member FDIC NMLS #477621

NEW PricE!

301 E. Jefferson, Bloomington $209,900

14199 Lara Trace, Bloomington $224,900

1315 W. Market, Bloomington $58,000

SOLD IN 1 DAY! Happy Sellers!

So much space for the price! 3 Bedrooms. 1 Bathroom. Extra rooms can be finished upstairs. Dry Basement. Tall ceilings. All NEW windows & siding in 2004. New roof in 2009 and much more! Great eat for a family at a great gr price.

Great investment property in Downtown Bloomington. Updates include new Boiler in 2004, cast Iron sewer line replaced with PVC, 400 Amp breaker box and new wiring in 2005. Laundry room renovated in 2016, new washer, dryer in 2015. Great cash flow and low maintenance. Units 3 & 7 are vacant. 3 rents for $600 and 7 rents for $400.

NEW PricE!

2 Thomas Drive, Normal $342,000

List with us and see great results! Cathy Denbesten 309.663.5252 Cathy@DenbestenRealEstate.com

Connie Beard 309.824.9394 Connie@DenbestenRealEstate.com

David Paul Blumenshine 309.275.3182 DavidPaul@DenbestenRealEstate.com

Rita Daker 309.200.9285 Rita@DenbestenRealEstate.com

2422 E. Washington, Bloomington 309-662-4228 www.DenbestenRealEstate.com

904 N. center, Bloomington $47,500

Solid

home

on

Center

street, 2 bedrooms, possibly 3. Full basement, carport. Nice setting porch. Fenced back yard. Priced to sell.

©2017 BHH AffiliAtes, llC. An independently owned And operAted frAnCHisee of BHH AffiliAtes, llC. BerksHire HAtHAwAy HomeserviCes And tHe BerksHire HAtHAwAy HomeserviCes symBol Are registered serviCe mArks of HomeserviCes of AmeriCA, inC.® equAl Housing opportunity.


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2002 Fox Creek Rd, Bloomington IL 61701 | (309) 863-5015 CrowneRealty.com Daniel Carcasson Tammy Carcasson, CRP Managing Broker, Owner Broker, Owner (309) 310-5949 General Manager

Our REALTOR ®, Broker Associates

Mindy Ferrill (309) 338-0055

Laurie Lange,GRI (309) 830-0770

Jackie Spencer (309) 825-4375

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Marcie Sharick (309) 531-5098

Ann Fleer (309) 826-2178

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Just off the Lake! Three lots, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home! Master Suite is wonderful with lots of room to enjoy relaxing and enjoying your fireplace or reading in your study area. Lots of sunshine in this unique lay out of a home! Plenty of storage in crawl space area with over 5 ft ceiling, or in the oversize garage or shed.

Spacious home located near award winning Tri-Valley school. 4 bedroom, 2.5 baths with many recent updates: appliances ‘11, windows ‘11, carpet ‘14, central air ‘15, roof, bamboo flooring and fresh paint ‘16. Extra large master suite with master bath and 2 walk-in closets. No backyard neighbors. Partially finished basement.

Enjoy this country setting right in town! 3 bedroom home with large family room and fireplace. Enjoy a bon-fire in your spacious back yard. Some newer windows, appliances stay. Plenty of room in your 2 car garage. Needs some updating but Great space for the $$$. Selling under assessed value!

Beautiful 3 bedroom home, with fenced in back yard! New roof installed 2 years ago, New floor installed in front livingroom/dining room and in family room! Furnace, air and water heater new in 2011. All appliances stay!

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401 Maple, Minonk - NEW PRICE! $289,900

Stunning all brick 2 story Colonial style home with first floor master suite. Nice 3 car garage. Large yard with 16x32 inground pool. Zoned hot water heat, 2 central air units, 2 fireplaces. Awesome kitchen with Granite counters, and pantry. Great for entertaining! Beautiful home office with built-in cabinets.

1318 Townley, Bloomington - $129,900

4 bedroom, 2 bath bi-level with many updates. Hardwood floors in 3 bedrooms. Fenced-in backyard. 2 car garage and large storage shed also.

109 Urban #8, Bloomington - $36,900

NEW PRICE! WHY Rent? Nice 2 bedroom condo in convenient area. Secured building with 1 carport and storage shed. Newer counter tops, paint, tile wood floor.

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THE PANTAGRAPH—179 YEARS STRONG AND GOING THE DISTANCE . *SOURCE: THE LOCAL KNOWLEDGE STUDY, jUNE 2016, AD PLATFORMS: NEWSPAPERS (PRINT, INSERTS WEB, APPS SOCIAL). TV & RADIO (BROADCAST, WEB, APPS, SOCIAL), ADVERTISING DELIVERED TO HOME (VIA DOOR/DRIVEWAY/MAIL)


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Kelly A. Lane Home Mortgage Consultant Office: 309-664-4142 Cell: 309-310-1018 www.wfhm.com/kelly-lane kelly.lane@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 698426

Heather Grizzle Home Loan Processor Office: 309-664-4147 heather.j.grizzle@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 1563800

Erin L Helm Home Mortgage Consultant Office: 309-664-4152 Cell: 309-825-7280 www.wfhm.com/erin-helm erin.helm@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 919070

502 N. Prospect Rd., Suite 17 Bloomington, IL 61704 Information is accurate as of date of printing and is subject to change without notice. Wells Fargo Home Mortgage is a division of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. © 2016 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. NMLSR ID 399801. AS2831079 Expires 10/2017


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New construction 1.5 story in The Grove with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths! 2 story foyer and family room with abundant natural light. First floor master suite with double sinks in private bath, tile shower, and large walk-in closet. 2 bedrooms and 2nd full bath with double sinks upstairs. Finished basement.

2708 Red Rock, NL - $320,000

5 bedroom new construction home in Blackstone Trails! Spacious eat-in kitchen opens to family room with built-ins. First floor laundry room. Finished basement with lookout windows features family room, bedroom & full bath. First floor laundry.

1909 Dunraven, BL - $267,900

New construction ranch zero-lot in Dunraven! 2 bedroom, 2 full baths with upgrades throughout. Open floor plan with cathedral ceiling in main living area. Custom Amish cabinets with granite countertops in kitchen. Sun room overlooking The Links golf course.

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FUNCTIONAL DELIGHT Open concept 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath 2-story in Fieldstone subdivision. Custom cabinetry, beautiful tile work, gorgeous turned staircase to upper level, and much more!

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Our large volume means competitive rates and in 2015 we originated $4.3 Billion in loan volume. Along with the ability to lend in all 50 states, this makes us one of the largest mortgage bankers in the country. Wintrust Mortgage adopted the USA Cares Certified Military Housing Specialist Course encouraging all our loan originators to become designated. To date, we have raised $60,000+ for Wounded Warriors and other military-related charities. • USA Cares Certified Military Housing Specialists • Local Processing and Underwriting

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1120 N Division St, Pontiac, IL - $145,000

Established bar and restaurant. Sale price includes all equipment and inventory on Historic Route 66. Beer garden and dance floor. Sits on over 0.5 acre lot! Almost 5,000 sq. ft.!

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1204 W Reynolds St, Pontiac, IL - $285,000

Serving all of Central Illinois Commercial & Residential Testing Denice McCalip — (309) 828-8729

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Unique property on the west side of Pontiac on five acres. Two-story home with a Dicks Cabinets custom eat-in kitchen, living room, family room, down stairs bedroom with French doors, bathroom and laundry and den. There are three 2-car detached garages on the property, one used as a wood shop has a heater and window air. There are also two 2-bedroom rental properties on this property with separate utilities.

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NEW PRICE 2504 Keystone RD., BL $264,900

Large well maintained home located in desirable Eagle Ridge subdivision - Close to Tipton Park. Large formal living and dining rooms with hardwood floors. Spacious family room features hardwood floors, gas fireplace and built-in bookshelves. Great eat-in kitchen with lots of cabinets, granite c-tops, newer appliances and tile flooring (butler pantry between kitchen & dining room. Main floor laundry. Beautiful 4 seasons (with separate heating/cooling unit) has cathedral ceiling. Huge master suite measures 28x16 and features hardwood floors, vaulted and trey ceiling. Master closet measures approx 21x13. Master bath has 2 sinks, whirlpool tub/separate shower. Other 3 bedrooms up are spacious - 1 with a vaulted ceiling and 2 with walk-in closets. Partially finished basement with full bath, large family room and other room. Lots of storage. Updates include Furnace, A/C, water heater 2013. Microwave 2011, Refrigerator 2013, range/oven 2014.

702 Ironwood Dr., NL $209,900

Great price for this 4 bedroom/2.5 bath home located in Ironwood Country Club. 2 story foyer with open staircase, newer ceramic tile that leads into the spacious eat-in kitchen. Kitchen features brand new stainless steel appliances (2017), Amish cabinets & granite countertops. Main floor family room is open to the kitchen & has a wood burning fireplace. Formal living room & dining room. Laundry and half bath complete the main floor. Upstairs are 4 specious bedrooms including a master bedroom that measures 18x14 with a walk-in closet & master bath with dual sink vanity, whirlpool tub & separate shower. Partially finished lower level with bar, large family room & lots of storage. No backyard neighbors. Large deck with hot tub. Oversized 2 car garage measures 19’3x31. Other updates include high efficiency furnace 2010, architectural shingled roof 2013, water heater 2013. Lot’s of fresh paint throughout & very neutral.

3310 Crossgate Dr., BL $239,900

300 Gambel Ct., NL $234,900

Well maintained 1.5 story home located in White Eagle South. Open floor plan 2 story living room with beautiful open staircase. Living room features gas fireplace. Large eat-in kitchen with ceramic tile floor, lots of cabinets and all appliances remain. Door off kitchen leads to covered back porch. Main floor master bedroom with walk-in closet. Master bath has dual vanity sink, whirlpool tub and separate shower. Main floor laundry room. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and another full bath. Finished lower level has a huge family room that measures 29x27 with a 7x7 nook. Zoned heating and cooling. Fantastic floor plan and location!

Very well maintained 4 bedroom/3.5 bath home located in popular Pheasant Ridge Neighborhood. Home is situated on the corner lot of a cul-de-sac. Nice entryway with hardwood floors that lead to the spacious eat-in kitchen that features all newer stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash and breakfast bar. Formal living room and dining room. Dining room features built in cabinets, trey ceiling with crown molding and chair rail molding. Large main floor family room has a nice gas fireplace. A half bath completes the main floor. Upstairs has 4 bedrooms including a master bedroom with coffered ceiling and walk in closet. Master bath with a dual sink vanity, whirlpool tub and separate shower. Another full bath and laundry room complete the 2nd level. Finished basement has a full bath, a family room, work out area, another room (could be an office) and ample storage. Fenced in backyard and brick paver patio. Great curb appeal with a side load 2 car garage.

2816 Breezewood Blvd. $184,900

Prairie Gardens Starting at $169,900

Great location in Cedar Ridge close to elementary school. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Attractive curb appeal with 2 car side load garage. Spacious living room is open to the family room. Nice eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, pantry and all kitchen appliances remain. Main floor laundry. Master bedroom has walk-in closet and full bath. Partially finished basement with family room, bedroom and flex room. Rough-in for full bath. Fenced in backyard.

Build to suite new construction zero lot lines in Normal. Chose your lot now. Models include 2 bedrooms / 2 baths ranch plans with 2 car garage, full basements, main floor laundry. Neighborhood garden plot and gazebo. Monthly fee covers lawn care and snow removal.

NEW PRICE 1102 North Hinshaw BL $109,900

Very well maintained ranch home. Nice location next to park, near pool, tennis courts and 1 block to elementary school. Tiled entryway with coat closet. 3 bedroom/1 full bath. New carpet, paint and light fixtures throughout. Nice eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar and all appliances remain. Spacious living room measures 18x14 and has 3 big windows giving way to tons of natural light. Large full bath with ceramic tile floors. New custom window blinds and shades throughout. Full basement with opportunity for another full bath (stool/sink and shower are there but not finished). Attached carport and detached oversized garage measures 29x20. Nice patio overlooks backyard. Property backs to wooded property with no houses directly behind.

423 Standish Dr., BL $109,900

Great price for this 4 bedroom/2 full bath home in Colonial Meadows. Open floor plan with living room open to dining room/kitchen. All kitchen appliances remain. Off the kitchen is a 16x15 enclosed porch that overlooks the huge backyard. Hardwood flooring on main level which includes 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath that has been updated. Finished lower level with big family room, wood burning fireplace, 4th bedroom, newly installed 2nd full bath, laundry (washer/dryer remain) and storage. 3 car garage.

211 Rowe Dr., BL $99,900

Great location in Fairway Knolls near shopping, restaurants, business and more! 3 bedroom 1 bath ranch. Spacious living room. Eat-in kitchen (all appliances remain). Newer flooring in full bathroom. Neutral carpeting throughout. Main floor laundry. 1 car attached garage. Pull down attic ladder for additional storage. Large yard measures 70x143.

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