Wenzel Select Properties Newsletter-Vol 3 Issue 11 November 2013

Happy Thanksgiving from Wenzel Select Properties!

 Visit Wenzel Select Properties' Pinterest for Thanksgiving decorating ideas, recipies & home decor! Click on the icon


 Quick Tips to Cut Heating Costs This Winter

As winter quickly approaches, the thought of heating bills makes us cringe.  However, there are some easy ways to help cut those costs that anyone can do!

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  The Curious Career of Sue Becker

Lost paperwork; too much clutter; too much to do – sound familiar? Sue Becker is an organizing and productivity consultant and coach who helps people conquer their piles of paperwork, pare down their overwhelming clutter, and streamline their jam-packed schedules.

“Disorganization can be costly in terms of time and money,” says Sue, “but the biggest cost can be personal relationships or even one’s job.” Sue specializes in helping people who are chronically disorganized – those for whom disorganization has been a lifelong problem that negatively impacts their daily quality of life, especially people with Attention Deficit Disorder. “Your disorganization doesn’t have to define you,” says Sue. “With a bit of help, you can turn your biggest challenges into strengths and areas of comfort and productivity.”

Sue is Illinois first Certified Professional Organizer in Chronic Disorganization. Visit her website at: 

www.PilesToSmiles.com

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.


  October Happenings

Congratulations!!

Jim D. & Brandee C. on the rental of their new home.

Jinna B. & Todd H. on the rental of their investment property.


If you have worked with us in the past, please feel free to submit a review or read some of our client testimonials by clicking on the links below.

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

Lisa M. Wenzel

Managing Broker/Owner



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Chicagoland Family Activities - November 2013

Here is a sampling of some of Chicago's best 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 2013.  Click below for report.

National Housing Market Trends

Home sales are up, setting the highest pace since February 2007. In August, total existing home sales increased by 1.7 percent, setting a sales pace 12.2 percent higher than a year earlier. What's more, every region posted year-over-year gains. Existing-home sales in the Northeast remained steady between July and August but were 12.7 percent higher than a year earlier. The Midwest and South also saw year-over-year increases, with sales... Read More
What Do Buyers Pay in Closing Costs?

A real estate closing is the time when all the agreements between the buyer and the seller are finalized. Since most closings do not involve a cash purchase, the final mortgage agreement is also signed on this day.

Lenders will provide buyers with a good faith estimate (GFE) of closing costs at the beginning of the loan origination. The day before closing, buyers will a receive a HUD-1 Settlement... Read More
4 Kitchen Renovation Ideas to Add Style and Function

The kitchen is the second most renovated room in American homes after the bathroom. Now, more than ever, it's the heart of the American home. There are basic kitchen renovation ideas that appear on everyone's list of wants—hanging lights are a must—and more extravagant ones that most of us can only dream about (like the walk-in pantry). Here are four upgrades that will add style and function to your kitchen.

1. Wood floor.
Yes, this can be a high-maintenance item... Read More
Thanksgiving Decorating
Made Easy


Hosting the family meal for Thanksgiving this year? Pull out the stops and follow the full tradition of festooning the venue with fitting décor as well as food. This is America's foremost feast day, and the purpose of the day is to gather, eat and be thankful. Decorating is not only fitting, it is a wonderful opportunity to truly honor the day.

Nature Inspired
The bounty we find outdoors should be on display to inspire a grateful attitude for the simple joys of this life. Use colorful leaves as place cards, using a paint pen to inscribe names. Keep little hands busy by painting acorns with acrylic craft paint. Place them in tall... Read More

What's Your Home's Price Tag Now?

As the housing market bounces back in many parts of the country, you may be wondering: What's my home worth now?
There's actually more than one answer, according to Scott Halliwell, a certified financial planner at USAA. He says your home has three potentially very different price tags based on its:

1. Market value
2. Replacement value
3. Property tax value

"Since different values can be used for different reasons, it's important to understand when each applies," Halliwell says, adding that some of these values may move in different... Read More
Featured Listings
3515 Frontenac Aurora
2 bdrm, 2.1 bth
hardwood, vaulted ceilings
Full finished basement
Bike/walking trails nearby
1306 61st LaGrange Highland
4 bedrooms, 3 bath
Master Suite w/bath
Highland School Dist.
Many Upgrades/over 1/2 Acre
1117 Woodland Hills Batavia
Hardwood, SS appliances
2.5 car garage
Fully fenced backard
Great curb appeal
1954 Muirfield, Elgin
Cozy Rental!
2 bdrm, 1.1 bth
Washer/dryer in-unit
Minutes from Elgin College!
Managing Broker: Lisa Wenzel - 630 430-4797

Broker: Julie Thresh - 630 632-6635

Broker: Christine Leonchik - 312 303-0094
Broker: Freddy Wenzel - 630 430-4790

Broker: Danny Reed - 708 703-4653

Broker: Melissa Nelson – 630 392-5171

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