The Real Estate Book of Chicago West & Far West Suburbs - Vol 7#11

Radka

NAPERVILLE - DUPLEX $254,900

Spacious ranch duplex. Living room fireplace. Large kitchen with appls. Master with private bath. Garage with crawlspace. Great yard for with 2 paver patios.

Townhome In Great Location

AURORA - WOW FACTOR $254,900

Spacious kitchen with appliances. Dining room open to patio, family room with fireplace. Updated baths. Flexible loft space.

Private Wooded Oasis

AURORA - COMING SOON $257,500

2nd floor ranch, Living room opens to dining room. Beautiful kitchen. Family room fireplace. Remodeled master bath. Attached garage with crawlspace storage. 2 BDR/2 BA

NAPERVILLE - SPACIOUS $265,000

2 story foyer, Cathedral ceilings in living room. Great kitchen with all appliances, dining room opens to the private deck. 2nd floor laundry. Crawlspace storage. 2 BDR/1.1

AURORA - RANCH $295,000

Sprawling ranch home featuring hardwood floors, beamed ceiling, 2 fireplaces and a partially finished basement. 3 season porch, deck, garden. Half acre lot. 2 BDR/2 BA

AURORA - DISTRICT 204 $369,900

Front flex room could be office.

Spacious family room with backyard views. Kitchen with appliances. Large master suite. Partially finished basement. 4 BDR/2.1 BA

Beautiful Home In Great Location

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THINGS NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT WORKING WITH A REAL ESTATE AGENT

If you’ve never bought or sold a home before, chances are you have a preconceived notion of what real estate agents are all about. Unfortunately, you may also have the wrong idea or be misinformed about just what these professionals can do for you. Here are three things you probably never knew about working with a real estate agent:

1Your relationship with your real estate agent goes way beyond buying or selling a home. A professional real estate agent will be your connection to a myriad of resources you will need before, during and after the transaction, such as mortgage, title and insurance professionals, home improvement and repair services, home stagers, interior designers, painters and landscapers, cleaning services, etc. Many real estate agents are part of a brokerage that offers some of these services within the firm, or that has partner relationships with such firms. They are also well entrenched within the community and can offer great referrals on a whole host of sources that you might need.

2Good real estate agents are not just after a deal at all costs. They’re looking after your best interests because their ultimate goal is to make you happy and create a client for life. Therefore, you can expect your agent to advise you on making the best possible decision, not selling you a bill of goods just to earn a quick commission. For example, if you’re looking at homes in a neighborhood that’s going to put you in a financial bind, a good agent will steer you toward an area that suits your preferences, but also your budget. A good agent is not a money-hungry shark, but a trusted guide.

Remember this: The lifeblood of a real estate agent’s business is referrals, so most are committed to serving you and earning your trust.

3A professional real estate agent is a financial analyst of the local market and will know how to price your home correctly for sale, or will help you make the best offer when bidding on a home to buy. These pricing decisions are based on an in-depth knowledge of knowing what has sold for what price in which neighborhood over the course of the last month, quarter, year, etc. They are also based on granular details of the home, such as a recent remodel that warrants a higher price or a needed repair that requires a price drop. So expect your agent to have a strong opinion when it comes to advising you on how to price your home for sale or put in a bid on the home you want to buy. Know that there’s a lot of research and knowledge that goes into arriving at those numbers.

Remember, there’s more to a good real estate agent than meets the eye! Finding the right professional to work with will make your real estate experience positive and successful.

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Henry

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Margie Thorgesen

Swanson

Debbi

Janet Seego

Carla

Kathy Metzger

KNOW YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION.

Tips For Getting A Home Loan

CHOOSE A TRUSTED LENDER.

Before you begin your home loan application process,

what you can realistically

into consideration your credit

much debt your currently carry,

and what type of down

prepared to make.

COMPARE QUOTES.

Make sure you are familiar with interst rates, loan terms and additional fees when buying a home.

the interest rates, there are closing fees and points and commissions. You’ll want to compare these for all lenders on your list. There are several calculators available online that may help you determine which loan provides the best value.

HAVE YOUR DOCUMENTS READY.

may be

stubs

Get references from family and friends, and do your research. Check with the local Better Business Bureau, to see if there are complaints about any of the lenders you are considering.

READ BETWEEN THE LINES.

TV ads and telemarketers will often offer fast, easy home loans, but will not disclose the details. Read the fine print. If it sounds to good to be true, it probably is.

ASK QUESTIONS.

When in doubt, ask for clarification. Discuss how long the loan process will take, how you will communicate and who will service your loan.

each lender may require different

following information

On the fence about selling?

Unsure how to begin the home selling process? Get your home sold fast by enlisting a professional real estate agent found in The Real Estate Book.

Bobbie Soris

Perfect Home for Mul -Genera onal Living!

Custom Built With Quality & Cra smanship

In-Law has kitchen, family room, bedroom, bath, o ce space, could be second bedroom. e additional suite with bedroom, bath, family room, kitchenette. Main home is impressive. Family room with replace opens to Chef’s kitchen. 1st oor master. Upstairs bonus room. Finished basement. 3.5 car attached garage and 40x26

garage

work shop.

Excep onal Home w h Beau ful Pond Views!

Beautiful Lot In Whitetail Ridge Golf Community

Beamed great room & remodeled kitchen. Sunroom with replace, 1st oor o ce, 2nd level bonus room. Luxury master suite. Finished walk out basement with wet bar, wine cellar, 2 workout rooms, ex space, full bath. Enclosed porch, deck, stunning paver patio all overlooking the same tranquil views. Golfers, 12 years are le on the 25 year golf membership. 4-6 Bedrooms | 4.1 Bath | $995,000 | Yorkville

We Cared for Home on a Large Cul-de-sac Lot

Amazing Back Yard With Deck, Gazebo & Pool

Open family room and kitchen. Formal living and dining rooms with designed ceilings. Master is a suite with 2 closets, and private bath. Additional bedrooms are spacious. Updated hall bath. e basement is nished with a large o ce, built in cabinetry, shelving, and 3 desk areas. A composite deck o the kitchen is one of two decks, one surrounds the 21’ above ground pool. Gazebo and expansive yard.

3 Bedrooms | 2.1 Bath | $365,000 | Yorkville

New Lis ng New Lis ng

Wooded Lot

Main oor master with 3 additional bedrooms upstairs. Full nished basement with o ce space, recreation room, wet bar and ½ bath.

4 Bed | 3.2 Bath $644,500 | Newark

Walk Downtown Great Curb appeal, established 1/3 acre lot. 2 car garage with parking pad. Un nished basement waiting for nishes. 4 Bed | 2.1 Bath $345,000 | Yorkville

Welcome to Sugar G rove

French Provincial Masterpiece

What Makes Sugar Grove Unique?

Magnificently Finished Lower Level

Expansive 2 story family room, high end gourmet kitchen, executive office space. Quality millwork and finishes throughout. Lower level 2nd kitchen, guest suite, rec areas, theater. Deck, outdoor fireplace.

Beds | 5.1 Ba | $1,195,000

Hannaford Dr, Sugar Grove

Renee Dee 630-935-7834

Peaceful Setting and Wooded Views

Village of Sugar Grove

Comfort, Class and Functionality

the band of heavy growth at

area. Sugar Grove

conveniently

local highways. Aurora Municipal

northwest side of town, capable of handling small

a paved bicycle trail connecting the City

College

Main Floor Office & Full Bath

First Time On The Market

Grove Public Library District's mission is to be a unique resource

Family room with fireplace opens to screened porch. Kitchen with SS appls opens to deck. Luxury master suite. Large bonus room upstairs. Lush backyard, views from every window, no neighbors behind.

Beds | 3 Ba | $425,000

Pembridge Pl, Sugar Grove

Jennifer Henry 630-313-0103

IL

Family rooom with custom built-ins opens to white kitchen with SS appliances. Formal living & dining rooms. 1st floor laundry. Flexible loft has built-in workspace. Updated master. Paver patio, basement.

Funks Grove is

Grove

Beds | 2.1 Ba | $385,000 287 E. Park Ave, Sugar Grove

Andrea Houdek 630-802-5000 andrea.houdek@kw.com

five miles of well maintained trails take Waubonsee

Exceptional Home

Upgraded kitchen, breathtaking 2 story family room with fireplace. 1st floor bed/ba, laundry. Luxury master suite. Flexible loft space. Full basement. Oversized garage. Extended paver patio, beautifully landscaped. Near I-88 Sugar Grove | 4 Beds | 3 Ba | $519,000

Amazing Location

Quality Construction

Great Sun Room

8 Acres Off Of Main Street

Opportunity is knocking. With current E1 zoning. High and gorgeous land with beautiful views. Call/text listing agent for permission to walk the land. Minutes to I-88.

Potential for division of property.

Elburn | 8 Acres MOL | $445,000

Flexible Space In Finished Basement

Open layout with spacious kitchen, vaulted dinette with outdoor access opens to large family room with fireplace. Formal living and dining room. Primary suite with amazing walk in closet, 2nd floor laundry. 3 car garage. Sugar Grove | 4 Beds | 2.1 Ba | $465,000

Backyard Retreat

Finished Walk-out Basement

High end kitchen opens to vaulted family with custom fireplace.1st floor bed, bath, laundry. Luxury master. Walk-out basement with rec room, bath. Extended balcony deck, pergola, paver patio, firepit, fenced yard Sugar Grove | 4 Beds | 3.1 Ba | $419,900

Big Backyard With Concrete Patio

Open layout with big kitchen, high end ss appliances, custom backsplash. Huge 2 story family room with custom fireplace. Lovely formal living and dining room. 1st floor office and laundry. Full basement. Firepit. Sugar Grove | 4 Beds | 2.1 Ba | $399,000

Wooded 1+ Acre Lot

Detatched 24’ x 16’ Outbuilding

Kitchen with all appls. Living room/dining room with woodburning stove. Huge 1st floor master, private bath. Upstairs large 2nd family room, 4th bed, 5th bonus/bed or office. Basement with laundry. Paver patio.

Sugar Grove | 4-5 Beds | 2.1 Ba | $315,000

The backyard oasis has in-ground pool, hottub, pergola & patio areas. The 3 or 4 season porch has volume ceiling & stunning fireplace. Gourmet kitchen shares a see thru fireplace with the coffered ceiling great room. Den with built-ins. Main level guest suite. Luxury master suite. Walkout basement with finished rec room overlooks a pond just beyond the property line. Radiant heat flooring in 4.5 car garage, sunporch & basement.

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Grove | 5 Bed | 5.1 Bath | $1,500,000

Family room with coffered ceiling,

with built-ins. Main level master.

with

room,

Backyard

Lovely

Farmette With Pole Barn, Expansive