Blurbs from the Burbs by Chicago Northwest Realtor, Judy Greenberg

Buffalo Grove Real Estate- Strathmore Subdvision

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 21:42:37 -0400

Strathmore Subdivision in Lake County is a wonderful area in Buffalo Grove that is perfect for the new homebuyer, the moveup buyer as well as a retiree choosing a ranch style house. Prices in the Strathmore Subdivision range from $250,000 to almost $500,000 for an updated 4 bedroom home with a basement.

Residents of Strathmore Subdivision in Buffalo Grove attend Willow Grove Kindergarten, Ivy Hall Elementary, and Twin Groves Middle School in District 96. The high schools students attend Stevenson High School in District 125.

The above analysis of homes that have either sold or under contract in the Strathmore Subdivision without a basement are as follows. e

In todays Buffalo Grove's real estate market the sellers have to be extremely cognizant of the competition. It is the Realtors job to position and reposition the price of the home. while on the market since the home has to meet two criteria in this market to sell. The home has to be the prettiest and the least expensive for it to be the next home to sell. In other words, it has to win the price war and a beauty contest!

I recently sold 1 Burnt Ember in the Strathmore Subdivision. It was a Roxbury model without a basement. The listing market time was 13 days since the home was priced to sell. If you are looking to buy or sell a home in the Buffalo Grove area, please do not hesitate to call me at 847-602-5435.

If you would like more information about the Chicago Northwest Suburbs,including Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Vernon Hills, and Lake Zurich please do not hesitate to call me at 847-602-5435 or email me at info@buffalogrovehomes.com

My websites, www.movetolonggrove.com , www.buffalogroveareahomes.com and www.judygreenberg.com will provide you all the information

regardless as to whether you are a potential buyer or seller!

Cubbie Bear in Lincolnshire- Good Luck Jane appearing July 9th!

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 06:47:23 -0400

Cubbie Bear in Lincolnshire is a great place to hear great music, hang with friends and eat good chow.

On July 9th, 5 local 20 year old boys will be performing at the Cubbie Bear in Lincolnshire at 9 pm. The name of their group is Good Luck Jane and their music is appealing to all. You won't want to miss this unbelievable performance and the chance to listen to this great band!

If you would like more information about the group Good Luck Jane, or would like to hear their music please visit their website at www.myspace.com/goodluckjane.

The Cubbie Bear is located at 21661 N. Milwaukee in Lincolnshire Illinois.

The above post,Cubbie Bear in Lincolnshire- Good Luck Jane appearing July 9th!of the Judy Greenberg Real Estate Group at Coldwell Banker.

If you would like more information about the Chicago Northwest Suburbs,including Libertyville, Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Vernon Hills, and Lake Zurich please do not hesitate to call me at 847-602-5435 or email me at info@buffalogrovehomes.com

My websites, www.movetolonggrove.com , www.buffalogroveareahomes.com, and www.vernonhills.homes-for-sale.com will provide you all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential buyer or seller!

Vernon Hills Library opens in 10 days!

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:52:11 -0400

Aspen Drive Public Library Grand Opening in Vernon Hills, IL - 10 days and counting!

"Perhaps no place in any community is so totally democratic as the town library. The only entrance requirement is interest." ~Lady Bird Johnson

The Cook Memorial Public Library District has excitedly announced the completion of construction on the Aspen Drive Public Library in Vernon Hills, IL. The shelves are up, the furniture is in and I'm sure the librarians and volunteers are working steadily to fill the halls with thousands of volumes of books. As an English Literature major, I can't think of anything more important than the opening of a public library. In this day and age where stories can be downloaded to multitudes of electronic devices at the blink of an eye, it's nice to know that there are still places where reading is still a community activity and books are still valued.

As the opening gets closer, I'm sure there will be more news about grand opening activities. Until that time, I want to tell you about a program in which the Cook Memorial Public Library participates. The Musuem Adventure Pass program allows anyone with a library card within the Cook Memorial Library district to check out a pass that allows for free/discounted admission to some of the area's most entertaining museums in Chicago and the Northwest Suburbs. The Kohl Children's Museum, Brookfield Zoo and the Chicago Botanic Garden are just a few of the participating libraries. Click here for more information on the program as well as the participating museums. Just a little something to get excited about!

The Aspen Drive Public Library, the first in Northern Vernon Hills, is located at 701 Aspen Drive in Vernon Hills, IL. Just take Hwy. 60 to Aspen Drive. We'll share more information about hours of service and programs as they start to make them available. Until then, check out their website http://www.cooklib.org/ for the most up-to-date information.

Aspen Drive Public Library

Grand Opening: Saturday, July 10 at noon

701 Aspen Drive

Vernon Hills, IL 60061

The above post,5923 Partridge in the Herons Landing Subdivision Judy Greenberg of the Judy Greenberg Real Estate Group at Coldwell Banker.

Vernon Hills and The Surrounding Suburbs - Fun Festivities for the Fourth of July!

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:36:56 -0400

Fireworks and 4^th of July Activities in Vernon Hills, Buffalo Grove and Long Grove Promise Patriotic Fun for All

So, you've looked in the newspaper and checked online for the fireworks schedules for Buffalo Grove, Vernon Hills and Long Grove (click here for a complete listing). Now, what are you going to do with the rest of the day? Luckily for those of us that live in the Chicago Northwest Suburbs, the fireworks are just the cherry on top of a great day of activities. We're here to give you some ideas for a great 4^th of July.

Morning Activities

What could be more patriotic than a good, old-fashioned 4^th of July parade. The Vernon Hills' 4^th of July parade steps off at 9:00am at the corner of Deerpath and Atrium Drive, just south of Highway 60 and will follow a parade route south to Sullivan Drive and then west to Aspen. I don't know what kid doesn't like a parade, so get your spot early and bring plenty of water. I always bring some of the small containers of bubbles for the kids to play with while we wait for the parade to start. The Vernon Hills website mentions some squirt gun activities, so you may want to have the little ones just wear their swimsuits.

The Vernon Hills Public Works Department with the Assistance of Club Scout Troop 273 and Boy Scout Troop 273 will be doing a Food Drive along the parade route to collect items for the Vernon Township Food Pantry. So when you are packing your items for the parade, remember a couple non-perishable items for those in need.

Afternoon Activities

After a good parade, the 4^th of July just screams for family parties and barbecues. From the Vernon Hills 4^th of July parade, hop on over to Timmy's Sandwiched and Ice Cream in Old Long Grove, grab a couple of sandwiches and then head over to the Heron Creek Forest Preserve (corner of Old McHenry Rd and Rt. 22). There you will find one of the best playgrounds in the area as well as plenty of covered picnic tables for a great lunch. And if you had a little too much potato salad for lunch, you can always walk it off on one of the many walking paths you'll find throughout the forest preserve.

Evening

If you're not totally exhausted by all of you fun by now, head on over to the Buffalo Grove Festivities for evening entertainment and fireworks. The Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band will be playing at the Rotary Green, but if you have kids, I would suggest finding a place to camp out at Willow Stream Park. It's always more fun when the kids have a place to entertain themselves while waiting for the main event to start at 9:00 pm.

Above all else, have fun, be safe and take few moments to remember all of the soldiers that are fighting to secure the freedoms that we tend to take for granted on a daily basis. Jot down a postcard, send a care package or just say thank you when you see a soldier walking down the street. After all, the fireworks are only a symbol of our independence which is fought for daily by the courageous, young men and women in the armed services. Happy 4^th of July!

The above post was written by Tara Arnold and Judy Greenberg of the Judy Greenberg Group at Coldwell Banker.in Buffalo Grove

My websites, www.movetolonggrove.com , www.buffalogroveareahomes.com, and www.vernonhills.homes-for-sale.com

will provide you all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential buyer or seller!

July 4th activities in Buffalo Grove and the Surrounding Suburbs!

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:36:12 -0400

Fireworks and 4^th of July Activities in Buffalo Grove, Long Grove and Vernon Hills Promise Patriotic Fun for All

Morning Activities

Afternoon Activities

Evening

The above post was written by Tara Arnold and Judy Greenberg of the Judy Greenberg Group at Coldwell Banker in Buffalo Grove

If you would like more information about the Chicago Northwest Suburbs,including Libertyville, Buffalo Grove,Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Vernon Hills, and Lake Zurich please do not hesitate to call me at 847-602-5435 or email me at info@buffalogrovehomes.com

5923 Partridge Long Grove in the Herons Landing Subdivision -Now $825,000!

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 08:36:19 -0400

Judy Greenberg, Long Grove realtor just lowered the price of 5923 Partridge in Long Grove to $825,000. This price is too good to be true!

Surround yourself with beauty and elegance in this picturesque home at 5923 Partridge in the Herons Landing Subdivision of Long Grove, IL. As you enter this secluded, gated community you instantly feel the stresses of the day begin to melt away as your senses take in the sights and sounds of the Herons Landing's neighborhood's pristine landscape.

As you enter into 5923 Partridge in Long Grove, the gorgeous foyer complete with exquisite, travertine tile flooring, you can't help but imagine walking down the two-story stairwell and greeting your first house guests.

Continuing through the main floor, you come upon the the Formal Living Room and Dining Room. These spacious rooms were designed for entertaining large parties but maintain a feeling of comfort and charm with a wood-burning fireplace and magnificent views.

The beautiful french doors in the Formal Living Room lead to the First Floor Study. With built-in shelving, exit to private deck and streaming natural light, this room provides the perfect space for an in-home office or art studio.

Whether you fancy yourself a gourmet chef or foodie-in-training, you will fall in love with the gorgeous kitchen with built-in wine refrigerator, custom garden window for growing fresh herbs and 2-tiered granite island and counters. The attached octagonal eating area provides panoramic views of the gorgeous over one acre lot.

Your family will love spending evenings together in the Family Room. The floor to ceiling brick fireplace and grandiose windows beckon you to imagine the perfect winter scene of snuggling up on the couch with a good movie and crackling fire. The cherry wood flooring and ceiling fan add to the comfort of this room.

The neighborhood of Herons Landing is located in Long Grove and has 110 custom homes on well- maintained acre-plus properties. The homes are surrounded by deep woods, conservancies, and ponds. Herons Landing is located less than 2 miles from Stevenson High School, shopping, and the metra commuter line. The neighborhood has 2 entrances, one off of Port Clinton and the other West of Route 83 on Gilmer. In order to pass through the back gate, you need a key card or a resident needs to you buzz you through. ( This is the picture of the back gate of Herons Landing

The residents of Herons Landing attend the District 96 schools. (Country Meadows Elementary, and Woodlawn Junior High). They also attend Stevenson High School District 125

Click here for the available homes in Herons Landing

The above post,5923 Partridge in the Herons Landing Subdivision Judy Greenberg of the Judy Greenberg Real Estate Group at Coldwell Banker.

Long Grove Strawberry Festival and Buffalo Grove Farmer's Market

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 19:42:29 -0400

Food, Fun and Festivals in Buffalo Grove and Long Grove This Weekend.

Strawberries, strawberries, strawberries! I love this time of year when the local strawberries are ready for harvest. This weekend in the Chicago Northwest Suburbs, there are two events going on, each which feature this seasonal, delicious treat. The Long Grove Strawberry Festival, which runs Friday, June 25^th though Sunday, June 27^th, features entertainment, shopping and all things strawberries. On Sunday, June 27^th, the long awaited Buffalo Grove Farmer's Market opens for the first time. No matter which event you attend (and I highly suggest you try and get to both) you're sure to have a deliciously sweet experience.

Long Grove Strawberry Festival

If you love chocolate covered strawberries, you will love the Long Grove Strawberry Festival. Around every corner you will find fruit smoothies, ice creams, strawberry donuts and baked goods.

According to the Long Grove website, there will be free live entertainment all three days at venues all over town and most of Long Grove's many shops, galleries, cafes, and restaurants offer variations of strawberry-themed foods, drinks, and merchandise.

There will be plenty of activities and fun for children at the Long Grove strawberry festival, including a variety of kiddie rides and face painting. Bring the family, bring your appetite and get ready for a great afternoon.

Click here to go to the Long Grove website for more information: www.longgroveonline.com.

Buffalo Grove Farmer's Market

At long last, the Buffalo Grove Farmer's Market is ready to open. Be sure to stop by the Spray and Play parking lot this Sunday, June 27^th from 7:30am to 12:30pm.

In addition to numerous farmers, the Buffalo Grove Farmer's Market will have a knife sharpening vendor who will come 4 times this summer, an Orchid grower coming in July, bakeries, meats, fresh flowers, plants, honey & jams.

There will free entertainment most weekends at the Buffalo Grove Farmer's Market and visitors will be able to buy fresh donuts after watching them be made! I'm planning on going early to take advantage of the best of the produce.

Whether you're in the mood for a day-long festival or a quiet morning of enjoying the sights and smells of the best product summer has to offer, you can definitely find something fun to do this weekend in Buffalo Grove and Long Grove.

The above post,Long Grove Strawberry Festival and Buffalo Grove Farmer's Market was written by Tara Arnold and Judy Greenberg of the Judy Greenberg Real Estate team at Coldwell Banker.

Real Estate Urgency... How to sell homes in a slow market?

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 23:16:55 -0500

No one is in a hurry in today's real estate market...Actually, everyone is procrastinating... Let me explain the real estate strategy of creating a sense of urgency that I have just utilized to help me sell a home in today's slow market.

Creating Urgency! Strategy 6 in selling a home for the highest price in the shortest amount of time..

One of my sellers recently had their beautiful home on the market. The sellers were the original owners and had immaculately maintained this home. The home received many showings and everyone who saw it gave positive feedback. All the prospective buyers were procrastinating.

After 3 months, the sellers were getting a little frustrated and concerned that their home would not sell for a fair price. They actually received a few ridiculously lowball offers from buyers who wanted to test whether my seller would give away the house. All the serious buyers were procrastinating

In another market this house would have sold in a week and the sellers would be able to move on. All that's well and good but as a realtor, I have to deal with the present market and still get the best possible price. I don't know about other realtors, but I'm always thinking about my sellers and what the next plan should be. This is what I suggested to my client and the outcome was most favorable.

I needed to create urgency- there were 6 buyers who expressed interest in my seller's home along the way, but for some reason they weren't going to pull the trigger and pay a fair price... The serious Buyers were procrastinating. Another similar, but not as maintained home house in the neighborhood sold for much lower than it should have, so buyers were actually basing their offers for this home on that previous sale.

In order to create urgency, I suggested to my clients to come to a bottom line in their head and present it to the 5 buyers who had already expressed interest in their home. One of the parties immediately took us seriously and wrote a contract based on this bottom line price. 3 days later, another one of the parties saw that that the home was under contract, and wanted to write a back up offer. My client accepted this back up offer in case their original offer fell through. Although the second offer was a better offer, my clients did not go back on their word to the first buyer, but they did inform the first buyer that since they had another offer... they would not fix any items that came up on inspection... The first party really wanted the house and agreed to take the house as is.. I guess in order for you to beat procrastination, you have to create a sense urgency

This is strategy 6 in my series or tips for selling/ buying your home. If you would like to read my previous posts in my strategy a week series, I have include them below for your convenience.

Strategy 5 Sellers Guide to hiring a realtor whether its in Buffalo Grove Illinois or Topeka Kansas

Strategy 4 How does a buyer find the best deal

Strategy 3 Real estate Marketing 101 the good ole fashion way

Strategy 2 Why you should hire a local realtor when buying a home?

Strategy 1 Why you should take pictures of your home in all seasons

If you want more information regarding specific real estate sales in the Buffalo Grove, Long Grove, and Lincolnshire area, please do not hesitate to call me at 847-602-5435 , email me at info@buffalogrovehomes.com or check out my website at www.buffalogrovehomes.com or www.buffalogroveareahomes.com . I can help you in the purchase or sale of a Buffalo Grove Condo, Buffalo Grove Townhouse, Buffalo Grove single family home or a Buffalo Grove rental. I am available 24/7 to make appointments!

Buffalo Grove Real Estate Analysis- Follow Judy Greenberg's real estate blog for her complete analysis

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:08:56 -0400

Buffalo Grove Real Estate Analysis- May 2010 by Judy Greenberg, Buffalo Grove Realtor

How is the Buffalo Grove real estate market doing?

Everywhere I go these days, whether at my child's volleyball game, my social bowling league on Saturday night or walking my dog, people are asking me the same question, how is the Buffalo Grove Real estate market doing? If you want my complete answer, we need to meet for lunch. I'm definately a straight shooter and will give you the 411 on what is happenning in the Buffalo Grove real estate market.

The long and short of it is that on paper, the Buffalo Grove Real Estate market, especially the $250,000 to 400,000 priced home is definately holding its own and is even showing nice signs of improvement. However, if you talk to a frustrated seller of a higher price Buffalo Grove home, they would not sound as optimistic.

The Buffalo Grove real estate analysis I did last month indicated that the number of Buffalo Grove Real estate sales have almost doubled and Buffalo Grove real estate prices, have even increased, In 2009 the median Buffalo Grove selling price was $285,000 and in 2010 the median Buffalo Grove selling price was $295,000. Although it is only a little increase, it was an increase.

Buffalo Grove Real Estate Analysis- First four months of 2010

Buffalo Grove Real Estate Analysis- First four months of 2009

As of May 31st 2010, the market still seems to be improving in Buffalo Grove. 27 Buffalo Grove homes were closed in May and the selling price increased in one month from $330, 711 to $347,062. Additionally the days on the market decreased from 136 days to 128 days. All good signs!

The above post, Buffalo Grove Real Estate Analysis May 2010- was written by Judy Greenberg, Buffalo Grove Realtor.

Judy Greenberg's websites www.movetolonggrove.com and www.buffalogrovehomes.com all the information regardless as to providewhether you are a potential buyer or seller. If you are a first time home buyer trying to determine how much you can afford, or an experienced buyer who is selling your home, Judy can help you with all your real estate needs . As a seller you benefit from Judy's savvy internet marketing skills and strong negotiating skills, and as a buyer you benefit from her passion for finding you your perfect home!

Judy can be reached at 847-602-5435 or via email at info@buffalogrovehomes.com. Judy has helped people move in and out of the Chicago Northwest Suburbs. including but not limited to , Long Grove, Kildeer, Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Vernon Hills, and Hawthorn Woods.

Buffalo Grove realtor, Judy Greenberg lowers price of Buffalo Grove townhome

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:26:35 -0400

Buffalo Grove realtor, Judy Greenberg has substantially lowered the price today of 1377 Bristol Lane in the Buffalo Grove Crossings Subdivision.

The reduced price of this Buffalo Grove townhome at $199,500 and is a steal!

This unique 3 bedroom Buffalo Grove townhome in the Crossings Subdivision in Buffalo Grove is in move-in ready with new carpet and professionally-painted neutral walls.

A full bath on 2nd floor and large hall bath on 1st floor provides ample amenities for a young family or empty-nest couple.

The living room with floor-to-ceiling fireplace is spacious enough that it can also be arranged as a combination living/dining room.

The eat-in kitchen has updated appliances and abundance of cabinet space.

With a full-finished basement, attic and attached garage, storage will never be an issue.

Nearly all the appliances, including furnace, air conditioner, water heater and sump pump have been purchased new within the last 7 years making unexpected repair bills a thing of the past. Sliding glass doors from the family room lead to a private 20x20-foot deck overlooking quiet, secluded lawn that is perfect for outdoor recreation or just enjoying the picturesque natural scenery.

This Buffalo Grove townhome feeds into District 96 and Stevenson High School. The elementary School is Kildeer Country Side and the Middle School is Woodlawn, both located in Long Grove.

The Crossings association dues include the use of fabulous pools, clubhouse with game room, and tennis courts just steps away. It also offers a vibrant social community with scheduled events like night time movies at the pool and holiday parties. Snow removal, lawn care, common insurance and grounds maintenance also included. Shopping and festivals in historic Long Grove are a short walk away. Whether you're just starting your family or enjoying the new freedom of the empty nest, this home is not to be missed!

If you would like more information about the Chicago Northwest Suburbs,including Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Vernon Hills, and Lake Zurich please do not hesitate to call Judy Greenberg, Coldwell Banker Buffalo Grove realtor at 847-602-5435 or email Judy at info@buffalogrovehomes.com

Judy Greenberg's comprehensive Buffalo Grove and Long Grove websites, www.movetolonggrove.com , www.buffalogroveareahomes.com and www.judygreenberg.com will provide you all the information you will need regardless as to whether you are a potential Buffalo Grove buyer or seller!

Vernon Hills library opening soon.... Aspen Drive Public Library

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 07:36:33 -0400

Vernon Hills Library

Aspen Drive Public Library Grand Opening in Vernon Hills, IL - 24 days and counting!

"Perhaps no place in any community is so totally democratic as the town library. The only entrance requirement is interest." ~Lady Bird Johnson

Aspen Drive Public Library

Grand Opening: Saturday, July 10 at noon

701 Aspen Drive

Vernon Hills, IL 60061

The above post, Aspen Drive Library Opening in Vernon Hills, IL, was written by Tara Arnold and Judy Greenberg of theJudy Greenberg Real Estate team at Coldwell Banker.

My websites, www.movetolonggrove.com , www.buffalogroveareahomes.com, and www.vernonhills.homes-for-sale.com

will provide you all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential buyer or seller!

Sellers - Do You Look at Your Home As a Seller or a Buyer?

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:03:48 -0400

Whether you live in the Buffalo Grove, Illinois or Carlsbad California, the seller needs to look at his home as if he or she was the potential buyer. The author of the follwing Blog Post, Jeff Dowler hits the nail on the head!

Judy Greenberg's websites www.buffalogrovehomes.com and www.buffalogroveareahomes.com provide all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential Buffalo Grove buyer or seller. If you are a first time home buyer trying to determine how much you can afford, or an experienced buyer who is selling your home, Judy can help you with all your real estate needs . As a seller you benefit from Judy's savvy internet marketing skills, staging and strong negotiating skills, and as a buyer you benefit from her passion for finding you your perfect home!

Judy can be reached at 847-602-5435 or via email at info@buffalogrovehomes.com. Judy has helped people move in and out of the Chicago Northwest Suburbs. including but not limited to Long Grove, Kildeer, Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Vernon Hills, and Hawthorn Woods.

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/JudyGreenberg

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Via Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate ~ 760-840-1360 (RE/MAX Moonlight Beach (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)):

Sellers - Do You Look at Your Home As a Seller or a Buyer?

Selling your home can be a challenge, especially if you are going to really miss your home, or have been there for a long time.

Many sellers have a hard time looking at their home from an unbiased perspective - and you may too, since you have built many memories while living there. It's likely hard to consider the maintenance issues and undone repairs that you have lived with, for whatever reason, and to see them as something to be concerned about when you go to sell.

You need to know, however, that buyers WILL scrutinize your home both inside and out, and look for defects and repairs that they feel justify a lower price than you are asking...rightly or wrongly.

So, are YOU looking at your home simply as the seller, or as a prospective buyer??

Unless your home is truly immaculate and newly built, it likely has some maintenance or repair issues. That's just the reality of home ownership, especially if you have been there for a while., or unless you are really obsessive about maintenance. Most folks aren't from what I've seen.

Some homeowners are quite good at keeping things in shape, but I suspect many have problem areas that should be addressed...stucco that needs patching, carpet stains, wood that has some rot, bushes that need trimming, paint that needs freshening... the sorts of things that are on everyone's "list to take care of some day" but which never gets done.

And it can be easy to overlook some small problem areas, or perhaps not even recognize them as issues because you have lived with them for so long.

Beware!

While YOU might not think these things are a big deal, because you live with them, buyers will.

Yeah, they may love the home when they walk in but trust me they are looking for defects or deferred maintenance, and once they find something, no matter how small, the looking will continue.

You see, once they see some repair issues they will wonder what else may be wrong or need fixing.

So don't make the mistake of taking the approach that these issues are small and unlikely to make a difference.

A savvy seller these days will take the perspective of a fussy buyer looking at their home, inside and out, and take the time and spend the money to make as many things right as possible. Or get someone in to do it. Often it's the small things that matter.

Is this easy to do? Nope. But if you really put yourself into the mode of scrutinizing your home as a buyer, and perhaps thinking back to when you were buying, it'll help. And it doesn't hurt to ask a friend to help you do this.

Of course a good REALTOR will be able to help you pinpoint those things that really should be taken care of before you go live with your listing.

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Stevenson High School District 125 is rated #3 in Illinois by Newsweek!

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 18:33:29 -0400

Each year, Newsweek picks the best high schools in the country based on how hard school staffs work to challenge students with advanced placement college-level courses and tests. Newsweek ranked Stevenson High School as #167 in the United States and #3 in Illinois! Yea Stevenson High School!

Adlai E. Stevenson High School (AESHS), commonly called Stevenson High School (SHS), is a public four-year high school located near the corner of Milwaukee Avenue and Half Day Road in Lincolnshire, Illinois, a northern suburb of Chicago.

During the 1986-87, 1990-91, 1997-98 and 2001-02 school years, Stevenson High School was recognized with the Blue Ribbon School Award of Excellence by the United States Department of Education, the highest award an American school can receive.

Are you looking for a home in the Stevenson High School District?

Students who live in certain areas of Lincolnshire, Buffalo Grove, Long Grove attend Stevenson Highschool if they are included in the school's district boundaries. A small percentage of Vernon Hills, Riverwoods, Lake Zurich and Hawthorn Woods residents also attend Stevenson High School The Junior High feeder schools include Woodlawn Junior High(District 96), Aptakistic Junior High(District 102), Daniel Wright Junior High (District 103) and portions of West Oak Junior High and Fremont Junior High Schools( District 76).

Whether you have children or not, buying a home in a community with good schools is very important. Well regarded schools increase property values and add to the desirability of a community.

Schools are often the backbone of the community. As both a realtor and mother of 3 teenage boys, I understand the value of a good education and the challenges of finding the right educational match. Please check out my website www.buffalogrovehomes.com to find additional links to school web pages, school activities and just about anything you need to do your due diligence on your quest to determine the best local area schools.

If you would like more information about homes in the Stevenson High School area ,including Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Vernon Hills, and Lake Zurich please do not hesitate to call me at 847-602-5435 or email me at info@buffalogrovehomes.com.

My websites, www.movetolonggrove.com , www.buffalogroveareahomes.com and my blog www.judygreenberg.com will provide you all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential buyer or seller!

Stevenson High School Rental home- Look no further- Chicago Suburbs

Sat, 12 Jun 2010 17:33:49 -0400

If you are looking for a Luxury home to rent in the Stevenson Highschool and District 96 School District look no further.

I specialize in the Stevenson High School rental home market( this includes the cities of Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Buffalo Grove, Hawthorn Woods, Riverwoods and Mundelein. I can find you a rental home for as little as $1800 per month or one for as high as $5800 per month...

One of my clients at 21928 Tall Oaks in Kildeer is looking to sell their exquisite home for $999,000 or rent their home for $5800 per month. You can check out the website for the home at www.21928talloaks.info at your convenience.

Exquisite Home on Cul-De-Sac Lot!- For rent or for sale..... Tall oaks Subdivision This stunning all brick custom built 4 bedroom, 4 bath home on unbelievable cul-de-sac lot in Tall Oaks. This home has a Gorgeous kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite stainless steel appliances and all the bells and whistles of new construction. The kitchen opens to a 2-story family room with a limestone fireplace. Room Details Foyer 15X12 From the moment you walk in the two story foyer you will be amazed by all this home has to offer Family Room 26X21 Sit back and relax in this sun-drenched 2 story fireplace. Impressive limestone masonry fireplace with gas logs. Living Room 23X16 Light and bright living room features bay window 12" crown molding and chair rail and stunning masonry fireplace with painted mantle and granite surround Dining Room 21X16 Step into the spacious Dining room and be dazzled by the custom chandelier wainscoting and custom crown molding Kitchen 16X15 The gorgeous kitchen has maple hardwood flooring, top of the line appliances, decorative center island w/breakfast bar, walk-in pantry w/french doors, granite countertops, limestone diagonal backsplash and a pewter chandelier Master Bedroom 21X13 Master Suite boasts architectural trayed ceiling, spacious sitting area, 2 oversized walk in closets w/extra storage and ceiling fan with light

Judy Greenberg's websites, www.buffalogrovehomes.com www.vernonhills-homes.for-sale.com provide all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential Long Grove or Kildeer buyer, lessee, seller or lessor.

Judy can be reached at 847-602-5435 or via email at info@buffalogrovehomes.com. Judy has helped people move in and out of the Chicago Northwest Suburbs. including but not limited to Long Grove, Kildeer, Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Vernon Hills, and Hawthorn Woods.

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Vernon Hills rental in Lincolnshire School District.

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:11:21 -0400

Vernon Hills Rental- Already furnished.

Are you looking for an executive condo rental in Vernon Hills that is already furnished. Look no further - you have just found it!

This Condo in Vernon Hills at Rivers Edge.... 425 Benjamin Unit 503 in Vernon Hills (off of Milwaukee ave) is listed for $2300 per month( furnished) which includes your heating, water, and gas.

This beautiful executive 2 bedroom 2 bath condo( furnished just like a model) in Vernon Hills is perfect for the traveling executive who needs to be centrally located. If you do have a child, this Vernon Hills condo feeds into the Lincolnshire elementary school district 103 and Stevenson High School

The Vernon Hills condo penthouse unit features gorgeous kitchen w/ granite counters, 42' cherry finished cabinets, upgraded appls and hardwood floors. Beautiful master suite w/ huge walk in closet, whirlpool tub and separate shower.

Its truly spectacular! Please do not hesitate to call Judy Greenberg 847-602-5435 for your own private showing.

Judy Greenberg's websites, www.buffalogrovehomes.com www.vernonhills-homes.for-sale.com provide all the information regardless as to whether you are a potential Vernon Hills buyer, lessee, seller or lessor.

Judy can be reached at 847-602-5435 or via email at info@buffalogrovehomes.com. Judy has helped people move in and out of the Chicago Northwest Suburbs. including but not limited to Long Grove, Kildeer, Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Vernon Hills, and Hawthorn Woods.

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