Over $150 million sold and over 400 happy homeowners Shaunna Burhop | Baird & Warner Real Estate Broker 210 W. Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004 shaunna.burhop@bairdwarner.com
December 2021 Newsletter HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS It’s hard to believe another year has past and the holidays are upon us. Whether you are staying close to home or traveling to see family or friends, I wish you peace, joy, and a beautiful holiday season! If you have a move in mind for 2022, I’d love to help. Call or text me at 847.275.0277 today.
Market Update NORTHWEST SUBURBS* Detached, Single Family • Median Sales Price: $391,000 +5.7% • Average Days on Market: 41 -48.1% • New Listings: 663 -22.6% • Showings per Listing: 10.8 +13.7% • Homes Under Contract: 514 -11.2% Attached, Condos + Townhomes • Median Sales Price: $194,000 +3.8% • Average Days on Market: 41 -34.9% • New Listings: 605 -11.9% • Showings per Listing: 7.5 +29.3% • Homes Under Contract: 508 +17.9% *Statistics October 2021 v. 2020; (+) or (-) indicates change between the month of October 2021 compared to October 2020; Figures from MRED LLC. Info Sparks and reflect the impact of 2020 Covid restrictions.
Calendar SAVE THE DATE! On Wednesday Dec 15 I’ll host a private event for clients and friends at Beer on the Wall in Arlington Heights—a craft beer cafe and shop. Enjoy a tasting flight on me and learn from the experts! Email me to get all the details.
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DESIGN TRENDS:
Feelin’ Green
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he perfect color doesn’t just define a room; it can also impact your emotions, mind clarity, and energy levels. Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year for 2022, October Mist (1495), does all of that and more. It’s a gorgeous, soft, earthy shade of green sitting at the center of the color spectrum, symbolizing balance and harmony—perfect as a backdrop for a spa-like bathroom or creative home office. Nivara Xaykao of Benjamin Moore explains the selection: “It felt so fresh in the moment, but it also has a timeless quality. It’s distinct enough to make an impression of its own, but then it’s subtle enough to pair with so many other colors.” I love the depth and sophistication when combined with a rich charcoal gray similar to Benjamin Moore’s Mysterious (AF-565); and when matched up with Hint of Violet (2114-60), the unexpected pairing sets a sweet tone for a children’s room. Even just a pop of October Mist is a great way to incorporate its emotional properties into a space without having to commit to painting an entire room. Try just painting the shelving in your home office to temper feelings of anxiety or burnout. Or add vases of a similar color to an entry table—a great way to evoke a sense of restoration and peace whenever you walk in the door. n
Evoking the silver-green stem of a flower, Benjamin Moore’s October Mist (1495) quietly anchors a space and creates a canvas for other colors to shine. See the complete Color Trends 2022 palette at benjaminmoore.com
STAGING + SELLING | SEARCHING + INVESTING | RENOVATIONS + DESIGN | RELOCATION + RETIREMENT | SENIOR LIVING + ESTATES
CLIENT CASE STUDY:
The search for a maintenance-free lifestyle pays off
December 2021 Newsletter THE SEARCH
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MUST-HAVES: OPEN FLOOR PLAN
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DESIGN THE KITCHEN OF YOUR DREAMS ESCAPE TO YOUR OWN BACKYARD OASIS
earching but not finding? So was my client, Kim. After moving out of her single-family home, she was targeting a simpler lifestyle within a maintenance-free community and wanted a very specific type of floorplan. It was a long shot as homes of that style rarely came on the market. It took several months but persistent networking and my personal outreach to local owners paid off—we were able to strike a deal with a seller and closed on the home in midNovember. It had been beautifully remodeled by the owner and Kim is now looking forward to making a few more cosmetic updates to truly make it her own. Inspired to start your search? Here are some important things to consider when looking for a home that is part of a maintenance-free community: WHAT DO THE HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION FEES COVER?
access, this can increase the costs—so make sure this is something that you will use and benefit from.
This can vary significantly; while fees in one area might seem high compared to another, they may include basic utilities such as water or garbage. If there are shared amenities such as pools, workout facilities, or golf or beach
ARE THE FINANCIALS IN GOOD SHAPE? Check the reserves and the history of any special assessments to make sure you are not setting yourself up for any unexpected costs after closing.
ARE RENTALS ALLOWED? If you see yourself living in the unit long-term, you may want a community that does not allow rentals. If this is a temporary situation for you, it might be better to give yourself the option to rent it out if the market isn’t great when you are ready to sell, and add some rental income as part of your portfolio. n
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LIVE IT UP! THE BEST OF ARLINGTON HEIGHTS
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My recent private client event at Ottilia was a huge success! We introduced Ottilia, a boutique apothecary in Arlington Heights, to lots of new people and raised money for Lemons of Love—a local Mount Prospect-based organization that provides care packages and free programs for anyone impacted by cancer. Check them both out at shopottilia.com and lemonsoflove.org. Email me to make sure you are on the list for future events. #shaunnasupportssmallbiz n SHAUNNA BURHOP is one of the top agents in the Chicago Northwest Suburbs, and she has consistently been recognized as one of the Top 10 Real Estate Agents in Illinois and also the Top Producing Agent at Baird & Warner NW Suburban. For more information on current listings, or to list your own home, call Shaunna today at 847.275.0277. If your property is currently listed, please disregard this solicitation. Information provided is not guaranteed and subject to change and withdrawal without notice. This newsletter is edited by Shaunna Burhop and designed by Adam Moroschan (adammoroschan.com), all rights reserved. PHOTO CREDITS THIS PAGE (condo) VHT Studios; OPPOSITE PAGE (office, bedroom) Courtesy benjaminmoore.com
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