| Wenzel Select Properties Newsletter-Vol 2 Issue 2 |
February 2012 |
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 Congratulations to Lisa Wenzel who was selected as one of the semi-finalists in the 2011 Downers Grove Chamber Choice Awards!!
I am so honored and very excited to have been selected as one of this year's semi-finalists in the Category of Business Excellence - Professional!!! Click on logo to view entire article!
from all of us at
Wenzel Select Properties
We hope you have a wonderful Valentine's day and remember this year is a leap year. We have a few new featured properties listed below in Hampshire, Downers Grove, and Algonquin! Please take a look at the bottom of the newsletter. Remember to like us on our Facebook Page at facebook.com/wenzelselectproperties or entering your email address at rechick.wordpress.com to receive our blog updates!
Saint Valentine's Day, commonly shortened to Valentine's Day, is an annual commemoration held on Febru ary 14 celebrating love and affection between intimate companions. The day is named after one or more early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine, and was established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD.
Leap Day is every fours years....almost. It's every four years except years ending with "00" that are not divisible by 400. The year in which this occurs, is called a Leap Year.
Washington's Birthday, also known as Presidents' Day, is a federal holiday held on the third Monday of February. The day honors presidents of the United States,  including George Washington, the USA's first president.
Chicagoland Family Activities-February 2012
Here is a sampling of some of Chicago's best February events
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Is it a Good Time to Invest in a Rental?
 If you've been watching the housing market's long-term slump, you've probably wondered if it's time to pick up an investment property. Here are the things you need to check before you make that commitment:
1. Your finances are solid and your emergency fund is in place. You have cash on hand to cover unexpected repairs. You're either paying cash for the property or your credit is sound enough to get a good loan... Read More |
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Positive Housing Market Trends
 Mortgage rates have hit record lows, which means housing affordability is at an all-time high. But are home buyers taking advantage of this opportunity? The latest real estate news suggests that potential home buyers are becoming actual home owners.
According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), pending home sales for November increased 7.3 percent to the highest level in 19 months. The Pending Home Sales Index assesses the health... Read More |
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Tax Resolutions for 2012
Courtesy of ARA Content
 Many people resolve to be wiser with their money in the new year, and it just so happens that being smart about your taxes is a good way to get started.
Whether it's your only resolution or just one of a few, sticking to your new year's tax resolutions throughout the whole year is the trick to being successful. And just like resolving to be healthy during the year will have you in better shape for the future, following your financial resolutions... Read More |
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Four Simple Ways to Raise Your Credit Score
 Raising your credit score can improve your life in many ways. You'll have access to cheaper mortgage rates, you'll pay less for insurance, and you may even have a better shot at your dream job. Here's how to proceed:
1. Know what's going on.
Annual credit report.com allows you a free report from all three credit bureaus once a year. (Avoid other "free credit report" sites, which are really attempts to sell you something.) You're also entitled to a free report if you're turned down for credit. Dispute any misinformation that negatively impacts your score. Creditors have 30 days to verify their report or they must remove... Read More |
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Removing Popcorn Ceilings: Should You DIY?
 Popcorn ceilings were wildly popular in the 1960s –1980s, at least among residential contractors. Left untouched for years they become unsightly, but removing the material can be expensive and, sometimes, hazardous.
The bad news:
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Popcorn ceiling material may contain asbestos. When disturbed (sanding, scraping), asbestos fibers release into the air. Inhaling asbestos fibers can cause lung cancer, mesothelioma, or asbestosis. According the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the risks... Read More
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45W381 Pioneer, Hampshire
Nestled on approx. 3 acres
4 Bedroom, 5.1 Bath, 4 Car
2500 sf deck and pool
150,000 in Landscaping |
1341 Maple, Downers Grove
Breathtaking 3 Bed 2.1 Bath
2 Car Garage
Indoor Air Quality
Close to Town/Train/Schools |
184 Iona, Algonquin, IL
Short Sale
3 Bedroom, 2 bath,
1 car garage
Bsmt offers in-law suite |
RENTAL-1112 Norfolk, DG, IL
3 Bdrm, 2.1 bath, 2 car gar
Finished Bsmt, w/bar
Near Schools
Close To Shops/Expressways |
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Broker: Lisa Wenzel - 630 430-4797
Agent: Christine Leonchik - 312 303-0094 |
Agent: Freddy Wenzel - 630 430-4790
Agent: Danny Reed - 708 703-4653 |
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