Wenzel Select Properties Newsletter-Vol 2 Issue 11 November 2012
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Wenzel Select Properties would like to wish you and your family a very

  We are so thankful for our family and good friends that have supported us over the years!!

We would love to hear what you are thankful for this holiday season, please email team@wenzelselectproperties.com and to let us know.

Thanks to all our Veterans!

 

Veterans's Day honors all members of the Armed Forces who served this country valiantly, and in a very big way. They served and fought to protect us, to keep our country safe, and to preserve our way of life.  Read More

 


Continuing our Education

Lisa has completed two certification classes this month!  She finished her Short Sale Foreclosure Resource "SFR" certification and the Broker Price Opinion Resource "BPOR" certification.

Click the links below to find out more about these certifications.

 

 

 


Clean your Refrigerator Day is November 15!

What's that in the back of the refrigerator!? I don't want to find out. Don't open it...... the odor may overwhelm you!!! Hold your breath, scrunch your nose if you must, and get to the task.   Find out More...


  November Happenings


Congratulations goes to:

Clark & Brandi B. on the purchase of their new home!

Paula & Kera  K. for the purchase of their new home.



James & Paula K. for the sale of their home.

Keith H. on the rental of his property.

Thank you for allowing WSP to assist you with your most valuable investment.

Lisa M. Wenzel

Managing Broker/Owner


 

 



 

Chicagoland Family Activities - November 2012

Here is a sampling of some of Chicago's best November events

 

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 October 2012.  Click below for report.
Experts Optimistic on Housing Recovery After Foreclosures Reach Five-year Low

Many people have failed to notice that the real estate market is starting to show surprising signs of strength. The latest piece of good news has come from a report by RealtyTrac, an internet company that specializes in the foreclosure market. According to their most recent numbers, year-over-year foreclosure filings fell by 16% in September, reaching their lowest levels since 2007. In addition, given that year-over-year foreclosure filings have declined for 24 consecutive months... Read More
Tips to Organize a Flawless Family Thanksgiving

Make a guest list.
Set up a Facebook or Evite event and ask people to RSVP by Facebook, email or phone. You'll need a good idea of how many people are coming by at least November 17.

Create a detailed shopping list.
Make a note of all the dishes other people are bringing, then use your cookbooks to make a shopping list for everything else. Visit the grocery store... Read More
Is DIY Renovation Worthwhile for Homeowners?

Renovating your own home is deeply satisfying and—if you know what you're doing—can be a smart financial decision. On the other hand, renovations are easier on paper than in real life. A simple project can spiral into an over-budget nightmare of frustration.

Here are a few things to think about before starting your next home renovation project.

The Cost of the Project
There are two main types of savings... Read More
Mortgage Applications Remain Near Three-year High

The Mortgage Bankers Association's seasonally adjusted index of mortgage application activity fell 1.2 percent in the first week of October. The index measures mortgage applications for both home purchases and refinancing; the former rose, while the latter dropped. Refinancing applications fell 2 percent, but even with the decline, the volume of applications still remains close to three-year highs. Meanwhile, the gauge that measures the number of loan requests from home buyers rose 2.4 percent. Applications for home purchases, one of the key indicators of home sales, reached their highest levels since June.

Mortgage Rates Still at Record Lows
The week ending October 19 saw the fixed 30-year mortgage... Read More
What You Should Know About A Quality Air Duct Cleaning

Your heating and cooling system can be considered the lungs of your home, taking in air and breathing it out. Generally, the cleaner the lungs, the cleaner the air in your home. That's why it's important to get a quality HVAC cleaning done on a regular basis. But beware, not everyone claiming to be an HVAC cleaning professional can do the job the right way.

There are some important things you need to consider so you avoid companies with unethical business practices or bad cleaning techniques:

1. Beware of fly-by-night companies who use scare tactics. Instead of actually cleaning a customer's HVAC system, these scam... Read More
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