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True Productions
Since 2000, True Productions has been Chicagoland's premier video and web production studio. Successful businesses and entrepreneurs choose to work with us because of our vision, creativity, and performance.
What this means is that we listen to your goals and develop beautiful, engaging online experiences that grow your database and generate more sales. In other words, we create a “true production.”
These productions utilize video, membership websites, graphics, mobile tools, online storefronts, email campaigns, affiliate marketing, and more to tell your story and generate more interest in your brand.
We feel the tools we have built and researched should be for everyone to enjoy and prosper from. Nearly every type and size of organization has found satisfaction through our company; including small businesses, start-ups, Fortune 500 companies, sports teams, and manufacturers of niche products.
Ultimately, the real benefit is the excitement and confidence our clients gain when they see their production in action. To start your own production, contact us at 630.325.8030 or hello@trueproductions.net.
We will feature a different individual's hobby or career each month. If you know of someone that would like to be featured, email me at lisa@wenzelselectproperties.com.
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Looking for a report that provides you with today's Housing Trends from Realtors across the nation! Check out the monthly Campbell/Inside Mortgage Finance Housing Trends Update for May 2014. Click below for report.
An Improving Economy is Key to an Improving Housing Market
The economy is on the path to recovery. Consumer confidence has reached its pre-recession levels and the unemployment rate is expected to fall from 6.7 percent in 2014's first quarter to 6.2 percent in 2015's fourth quarter. What's more, big ticket items like motor vehicles and home furnishings are selling at a faster pace than in years past. If the high prices of these big ticket items are not scaring consumers away, then neither should the prices of real estate... Read More
Lisa did a wonderful job of helping us find the right home as first-time home buyers. She provided us with the right resources to cover everything from where to start our mortgage research, a MLS search tailored to our wishlist, and everything else needed from offer to close to make sure we picked the right house. She took us through several houses and we all knew which one was "the one" when we were in it. At that point, after a couple months of searching, we were ready to take the leap and put an offer in. Once accepted, the inspection and subsequently the closing were a breeze. Now, a year later from the day of the showing, we couldn't be happier with our home.
May Happenings
Congratulations!!
Jennifer E. on the purchase of her new home.
Marie P. on the sale of her home.
Bobby D. & Aurea L. on the rental of their new home.
Jonathan W. & Konstantine K. on the purchase of their new home.
Doug P. & Araceli R. on the rental of their new home.
Thank you for allowing WSP to assist you
with your most valuable investment.
Lisa M. Wenzel
Managing Broker/Owner
4 Signs of a Seller's Market
Around the nation, the number of homes listed for sale is down and buyers are left chasing after a shrinking supply of decent real estate. Basic economics tells us that if the trend holds, prices will continue to go up. This trend is called a seller's market. You may be wondering what it means for those about to buy or sell a home.
Supply and Demand
The housing market is, like any other market, driven by supply and demand. In a seller's market, there are few homes for sale relative to the number of buyers wanting to make a purchase. Buyers compete for the low housing stock, which drives the prices up. You'll only ever see bidding wars and contingency-free offers in a seller's market... Read More
Recipes for Green Cleanings
It's not necessary to use harsh chemicals and toxins to achieve a cleaner, fresh-smelling home. Homemade cleaning products and earth-friendly tactics can help you clean green. Here are green cleaning ideas and a supplies list that will make your home happy:
Window Cleaner
Clean windows instantly brighten your house inside and out, and they're one of the easiest household cleaning chores to do with natural tools. A simple... Read More
7 Gorgeous Garden Perennials
Choosing plants for the garden and patio can be a daunting task given the wide range of beautiful plants to choose. The following perennials, however, are worth considering for a focal point of the landscape.
Beebalm is a distinctive ornamental plant with gorgeous flowers. Although it can be an aggressive spreader, when held at bay it will add beauty to any setting. This perennial prefers moist soil and plenty of sunlight.
Autumn joy sedum offers lovely deep pink tufted blooms to the garden. Full sunlight and a well-draining... Read More
Are Lending Standards Loosening?
Pre-housing crisis, it was easy for a buyer to get a mortgage. Post-housing crisis, banks set the strictest rules for lending the housing market had seen in decades. Mortgage approvals were hard to come by as banks increased their credit standards; by 2011, it took an average credit score of 750 to get a mortgage approved. According to the Urban Institute, as many as 1.2 million loans were denied as a direct result of the increase in borrowing requirements. The banks'... Read More
Lisa & Freddy Wenzel, 924 Warren Avenue,
Downers Grove IL 60515 The material in this publication is provided for your informational purpose only and is not intended to substitute professional advice.
If your property is currently listed with a Real Estate Broker, this publication is not intended as a solicitation.
The economy is on the path to recovery. Consumer confidence has reached its pre-recession levels and the unemployment rate is expected to fall from 6.7 percent in 2014's first quarter to 6.2 percent in 2015's fourth quarter. What's more, big ticket items like motor vehicles and home furnishings are selling at a faster pace than in years past. If the high prices of these big ticket items are not scaring consumers away, then neither should the prices of real estate... 
Around the nation, the number of homes listed for sale is down and buyers are left chasing after a shrinking supply of decent real estate. Basic economics tells us that if the trend holds, prices will continue to go up. This trend is called a seller's market. You may be wondering what it means for those about to buy or sell a home.
It's not necessary to use harsh chemicals and toxins to achieve a cleaner, fresh-smelling home. Homemade cleaning products and earth-friendly tactics can help you clean green. Here are green cleaning ideas and a supplies list that will make your home happy:
Choosing plants for the garden and patio can be a daunting task given the wide range of beautiful plants to choose. The following perennials, however, are worth considering for a focal point of the landscape.
Pre-housing crisis, it was easy for a buyer to get a mortgage. Post-housing crisis, banks set the strictest rules for lending the housing market had seen in decades. Mortgage approvals were hard to come by as banks increased their credit standards; by 2011, it took an average credit score of 750 to get a mortgage approved. According to the Urban Institute, as many as 1.2 million loans were denied as a direct result of the increase in borrowing requirements. The banks'... 
