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Arts & Crafts Fair

This year, the Arts & Crafts Fair is on Saturday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, June 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the weekend before the Fourth of July Festival. It will be held on the Police Department grounds at the corner of Gannon Drive and Golf Road. Free parking will be available onsite and at Hoffman Estates High School.

 

 

 

Looking to buy or sell a home in the Hoffman Estates Area?  Over 20 years experience in the Northwest Suburbs!

 

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324

Home Search Website is:  www.LynSims.net                   Lyn's Email is:  LynSims@remax.net

Originally settled by New England farmers in 1834 and later by German immigrants in 1848, Elk Grove Village flourished along with the crops in its fields. Named for the herds of elk that called the local woodlands home, Elk Grove continued to grow to include commercial enterprises - such as general stores, smithies, creameries and churning houses. In 1868, the first school (Biesterfield School) was built; the building still stands and is used as a private residence.

Elk Grove Village, covering 10 square miles northwest of Chicago in Cook and DuPage Counties, is indeed a great place to live, work and own a business. Due to its high-quality park and recreation programs, low crime rate, good schools, diversity of housing, sense of community, and prime location, Elk Grove was named one of the best places to live in America in the second edition of 50 Fabulous Places to Raise Your Family. With a population of 33,429 and more than 3,500 business enterprises, Elk Grove Village successfully blends a vibrant and growing commercial center with family-friendly neighborhoods, open green ways, parks and forest preserves.

Elk Grove Village is ideally located for both businesses and families. Just 22 miles northwest of Chicago and minutes from O'Hare International Airport and a half dozen interstate highways, Elk Grove's suburban locale offers residents and businesses easy access to Chicago's cultural events, neighboring suburbs, and Midwest, national and international markets.

Elk Grove Village offers the lowest combined Property Tax Rate in the Northwest Suburbs.

The Elk Grove Village Park District makes sure kids and adults keep busy year-round. The district operates 44 parks and a number of recreational facilities - including two water parks, a fitness center, a museum and a golf course. The district oversees the Farmhouse Museum, located in a house dating to 1850, which provides a look at rural life between 1860 and 1900. The park district organizes children's sports programs and also schedules hundreds of classes each year - including dance, art, karate, swimming, aerobics and drama.

Bicyclists, hikers, anglers, naturalists and cross-country skiers head to Ned Brown Preserve - a 3,700-acre Cook County Forest Preserve located between Golf and Biesterfield Roads. The preserve is home to a resident elk herd, a 437-acre nature preserve, miles of trails and 590-acre Busse Lake - a prime location for boating and fishing.

At Pirates' Cove Theme Park, kids and adults enjoy bumper boats, a climbing wall, a 60-foot cable slide and more. Meanwhile, The Fitness and Wellness Center includes an indoor running track, racquetball courts, swimming pools, and more than 175 state-of-the-art exercise machines.

The 18-hole Fox Run Golf Course and Driving Range satisfies every golfer's needs. In addition to offering subscription passes, the golf course organizes leagues, tournaments and classes for residents ages five and up.

Parks and Facilities Map

Village Numbers and Statistics

1.      2nd highest in state in number of manufacturing firms.

2.      90-million pounds of raw material and finished product flow in and out of industrial park every day.

3.      Is home to businesses that represent every major country that trades with the U.S., including over 100 Japanese firms.

4.      Offers 80-million square feet (under roof) of industrial and commercial property.

5.      Average size of building in the Village's Business Park is 25,000-square feet.

6.      Has seen a steady gain of 100 companies per year for the past 10 years.

7.      Elk Grove Village became the 47th Certified City in Illinois recognized for its outstanding economic development programs and activities. Less than 5% of Illinois municipalities attain this recognition.

8.      Over 75 companies in the Business Park have an outlet store, showroom, walk-in counter, etc.

9.      A $30 million, 10-year Revitalization Plan for the Business Park is underway to improve transportation, land use, urban design and boost private sector competitiveness.

Elk Grove Video

Elk Grove Village Residents Information

School District Information & Links

Elk Grove Village Home Prices - Single Family & Townhomes

LYN SIMS at RE/MAX SUBURBAN (847)230-7324

Check out my home search website at www.LynSims.net for up-to-the-minute MLS search!   SEARCH FOR ALL THE HOMES AVAILABLE ALL IN ONE PLACE!

Lyn, Please send me more info OR I've got some questions to ask!

Lyn's Email:  LynSims@remax.net

6/23/2008

This is a great program that provides Kevlar Vests for our Police Dogs in the Chicago Metro area!  Why would Police Dogs need Kevlar Vests???   Cause people try and stab them and shoot them!  They could use your help and protection!

Jewel 'Shop & Share Days' will donate a portion to this great group from June 30th to July 2nd, 2008.  Please click below to print the coupons (to share) 3 on a page.

Official Website

Donation Info - they accept Pay Pal!

Many thanks to our friends at the Illinois State Police Forensic Science Center of Chicago for setting up another wonderful Jewel Shop and Share Days just in time for 4th of July weekend! Please click (here) to find 3 coupons to a page. You can print as many copies as you'd like to share with family and friends. 5% of your total bill at the check out counter on any of the 3 days will be donated to Illinois Vest-a-Dog.

 

What a great way to help our K-9 Friends in need of vests. Thanks for thinking of our four footed friends and thanks to the Illinois State Police for this wonderful program!

 

And I thank you in advance for your help and kindness!

 

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324

Selling homes in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago - Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Itasca, Medinah, Roselle, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Hanover Park, Bartlett, Streamwood, Elgin, South Elgin

Schaumburg, IL - Sunday, June 29th is Petland Dog Day at Alexian Field. Fans are encouraged to bring their dogs out to the park for the day game. Petland will provide a goody bag for each dog in attendance.

The canine festivities will kick off with a pre-game Doggie Parade around the warning track. Water troughs will be available in the lawn area to ensure pooches stay cool and hydrated. Bark Busters training center and Fetch! Pet Care of Greater Schaumburg will also be in attendance providing goodies and information.

All dogs must be registered with the Schaumburg Flyers. Upon arrival, dog owners must register their dog at the booth inside the 3rd base gate.

The Schaumburg Flyers are a member of the Northern League, a 6-team Independent Professional Baseball League established in 1993. For ticket information call (847) 891-BALL (2255) or visit The Schaumburg Flyers are a member of the Northern League, a 6-team Independent Professional Baseball League established in 1993. The Flyers start their next home stand on Friday, June 27th with a post-game fireworks display immediately following the game. The home stand will include three giveaway nights, two fireworks nights (June 27th and July 3rd) and Petland Dog Day on Sunday, June 29th. For ticket information call (847) 891-BALL (2255) or visit www.flyersbaseball.com

 

Thinking of buying a home in Schaumburg?

Thinking of selling your home in Schaumburg?

I've been selling homes in the Schaumburg Area for over 24 years now, I'd be happy to help you with any real estate needs you might have!

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324

In the wake of the credit crisis, lenders have become much, much more selective about whom they lend to. Here are some basic facts that will help potential borrowers understand what they face.

The measurement that most lenders use to assess applicants' credit risk is the 'FICO Score' developed by Fair Isaac Corp. The score ranges from 300 to 850.

There's not one FICO score. Buyers have three scores: one for each of the three credit bureaus which are Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax.

Each credit score is based on information the credit bureau keeps on file.  Since credit bureaus don't share their data with one another, the three FICO scores may differ, sometimes by as much as 100 points.

The components of a FICO score are:

• Payment history: 35 percent
• Amounts owed: 30 percent
• Length of credit history: 15 percent
• New credit: 10 percent
• Types of credit used: 10 percent

A consumer with a 580 credit score might qualify under FHA requirements, but, generally, in order to qualify for a conventional loan, a borrower must have a credit score above 620 (generally) and above 720 for a loan at terms and rates most borrowers would consider the most desirable.

This is the first time that I actually have seen the breakdown percentage of a FICO Score Report and wanted to share it with you.  So being on time with your payments turns out to be their #1 concern!

Advice in PDF Form for INCREASING your Fico score and what not to do to DECREASE it!

8 Ways to Improve your Credit

Budget Work Sheet and How to get your Finances in Order BEFORE you start looking for a home!

10 Things a Lender Needs from You

Glossary of Mortgage Terms    All the 'lingo' you would ever need or hear!  It even gives me a headache!

How a Buyers Agent can help you!

 

If you are looking to find or sell a home in the Northwest Suburbs, please feel free to contact Lyn Sims of RE/MAX Suburban at 847-230-7324.   I can provide you with copious amounts of information on many areas.

H O L D  O N  --  I'll take you to my home search website www.LynSims.net for a direct up-to-the-minute MLS SEARCH!    All the homes for sale are right here in one place!       

 

 

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX SUBURBAN (847)230-7324.

Northwest Suburban Chicago Areas of Elk Grove Village, Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg, Roselle, Medinah, Itasca, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale, Elgin, South Elgin, Streamwood, Hanover Park, St. Charles.

 

 

This is a great program that provides Kevlar Vests for our Police Dogs in the Chicago Metro area!  Why would Police Dogs need Kevlar Vests???   Cause people try and stab them and shoot them!  They could use your help and protection!

Jewel 'Shop & Share Days' will donate a portion to this great group from June 30th to July 2nd, 2008.  Please click below to print the coupons (to share) 3 on a page.

Official Website

Donation Info - they accept Pay Pal!

Many thanks to our friends at the Illinois State Police Forensic Science Center of Chicago for setting up another wonderful Jewel Shop and Share Days just in time for 4th of July weekend! Please click (here) to find 3 coupons to a page. You can print as many copies as you'd like to share with family and friends. 5% of your total bill at the check out counter on any of the 3 days will be donated to Illinois Vest-a-Dog.

 

What a great way to help our K-9 Friends in need of vests. Thanks for thinking of our four footed friends and thanks to the Illinois State Police for this wonderful program!

 

And I thank you in advance for your help and kindness!

 

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324

Selling homes in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago - Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Itasca, Medinah, Roselle, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Hanover Park, Bartlett, Streamwood, Elgin, South Elgin, St. Charles.

Wow all these goodies for this price!  Spacious 1st floor 3BR 2BA offers tons of room for the price!  Below Market Price - others sold for much much more!  Newer styling with 1 car garage!

Oak cabinets, Neutral paint, Formal Diningroom, Super Eat-in Kitchen with sliders to private patio, Box window in Master, Neutral carpet.

NO STAIRS - NO MAINTENANCE - PLENTY OF ROOM!  

LYN SIMS at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324     www.LynSims.net    or  Email her at:  LynSims@remax.net

Attached Single Status: ACTV MLS #: 06878867 List Price: $204,900 Address: 2856 Heatherwood Dr  UN: 7 City: Schaumburg Zip: 60194 Subdivision: Heatherwood North Total # of Units: 4 Area: 193 Bdrms: 3 Year Built: 1994 Baths: 2 Taxes: $1,288.57 Rms: 6 Approx SF: 0 Fplcs:   Master Bath: Y Type: Condo Basement: N Unit Floor Level: 1 Lot Dimensions: COMMON Park Type: Garage #Cars: 1

Coordinates:	N: 10	S: 0	E: 0	W: 27
Directions:	Barrington2 Old Church(NofSchaumRd)W2DebbieS2Home

Remarks:   Vacant & Ready! Sought After 1st floor Unit* 3 Bedrooms* 2 Baths*Laundry Room in Unit* Currently property is being emptied of furniture but come and get a jump on everyone else! Taxes reflect exemptions of homeowner, senior & senior freeze* End Unit - 1st fl on right * LockBox on Far Right Garage Door * Just painted neutral*

Copyright 2008 MRED LLC - INFORMATION NOT GUARANTEED, CHECK FLOOD INSURANCE, ROOM SIZES ROUNDED TO THE NEAREST FOOT

GREAT PLACE TO START IN THIS 3BR HOME, CLEAN AS CAN BE!  $239,900                CLOSE TO ST. HUBERT'S CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL & CHURCH

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324    CALL ME TO HELP YOU GET STARTED IN A HOME NOW!

Website is:  www.LynSims.net            Email her at:  LynSims@remax.net

 

Detached Single Status: ACTV MLS #: 06917827 List Price: $239,900 Address: 290 Lincoln St City: Hoffman Estates Zip: 60169 Subdivision:  Area: 194 Bdrms: 3 Year Built: 1957 Baths: 1 Taxes: $4,218 Rms: 6 Approx SF:   Fplcs:   Master Bath: N Type: 1 Story Basement: N Lot Dimensions: 130X79X130X79 Park Type: Garage #Cars: 1

Coordinates:	N: 11	S: 0	E: 0	W: 24
Directions:	ROSELLE ROAD N OF SCHAUMBURG RD 2 THACKER W2 LINCOLN S

Remarks:   A DOLL HOUSE! PURE CHARM! FABULOUS CURB APPEAL! NOT A THRU STREET! IMMACULATE! UPDTD T/O! BEAUTIFUL! GREAT UPDTD KITCHN W/NEWER CABS & PERGO LAMINATE HRDWD FLRS! LR/DR W/BERBER CARPETING! CEILING FANS IN ALL 3 BDRMS! CSTM COLOR WALLS T/O! BEAUTIFUL UPDTD BATH W/CERAMIC, UPDTD VANITY & SURROUND! NEWER WASHER & DRYER! NEW GARAGE DR, 2 NEW STORM DRS! HUGE FENCED YARD & UPDTD LANDSCPNG! HUGE STORAGE SHED! FALL IN LOVE!

Copyright 2008 MRED LLC - INFORMATION NOT GUARANTEED, CHECK FLOOD INSURANCE, ROOM SIZES ROUNDED TO THE NEAREST FOOT

Detached Single Status: ACTV MLS#: 06917211 List Price: $199,900 Address: 19 S Waban Ct Schaumburg, 60193 Sold Price:   Subdivision: WEATHERSFIELD PIN: 07203120250000 Spec Asmt/Serv Area: N Tax Exmpt: Homeowner Tax Year: 2006 Taxes: $4,516.91 Yr Built: 1960 Built Before 78: Y Ownership: Fee Simple HOA:   Style: Ranch Master Bath: Y HO Freq: Not Applicable Air: Central Air Park Type: Space/s Basement: N Age: 26-50 Years #Cars: 3 Lot Dim: 150X91X180X29 Water: Lake Michigan Sewer: Sewer-Public Closed Date:  Elementary: CAMPANELLI Dist#: 54 Middle: JANE ADDAMS JUNIOR Dist#: 54 High: SCHAUMBURG Dist#: 211

Coordinates:  N: 10  S: 0  E: 0  W: 25  Directions:  SCHAUMBURG RD S WEBSTER LEFT ON WABAN R WABAN CT Bedr: 4  Exterior: Aluminum/Vinyl/Steel Siding (AVS), Brick (BR) Baths: 2 Kitchen: Eating Area-Table Space Rms: 8 Dining Rm: Separate (SEP) Fplcs: 0 Other Rms: Utility/Laundry-1st Floor Appliances:  Remarks:   SPACIOUS RANCH. SPACIOUS YARD WITH DECK. PRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION. BANK OWNED. SOLD AS IS. CALL LISTING OFFICE FRONT DESK FOR SHOWING APPOINTMENT. ROOM SIZES AND LOT SIZE ARE ESTIMATED. SELLER DOES NOT PROVIDE SURVEY. SEND PRE-QUAL & PRE-APPROVAL LETTER WITH ALL OFFERS.

So your Selling Your Home .....

Sometimes, life just hands us the inevitable: just when everything seems right with your home, something happens and you have to sell it!  It could be that unbelievable job opportunity that you just can't pass up OR twins or triplets!

No matter what your reasons are for selling, remember that now is no time to dawdle, the process of preparing a home for sale can take a month or more.  You've got work to do!  So, here's how to start:

 

1. Take a Fresh Look at Your Home

Your home looks great to you, but a buyer wants to see it since he and his family will be living in it -- so take a fresh look at the house. Hop in your car, drive around the block, and then scrutinize your home as a prospective buyer will see it for the first time. First, consider what's called "curb appeal or street appeal;" does it need washing or painting? Does the driveway need repair work? Is the landscaping in good shape? Remember, be very critical; your buyer will be!

Next, pull into the driveway and take a good, hard look.  Is the yard neat and trimmed? What about the view from the front yard? Then, walk inside and size up the interior as though seeing it for the first time. Take a tour and imagine what your real estate agent (like Lyn!) might say about each room, look into cabinets, open doors, check out the bathroom.

Then, make a mental note of the things that might put off potential buyers, along with another list of the things that first attracted you to the house. Remember, the home's become a great place for you, but a new buyer will see things that you don't.  If you don't like the wallpaper in the Livingroom anymore, why do you think a new buyer will?

 

2. Clean Out the Clutter Before You Start to Sell

Before putting your home on the market, get rid of clutter in every area -- closets, attic storage, kitchen cabinets, drawers, bath vanities, and shelves -- everywhere! Remember, this is no time to be sentimental: if you don't use it, lose it! Potential buyers are seriously put off by clutter, and most of us drag a lot more things through life than we really need.

Also, don't forget the furniture and fixtures when getting rid of clutter -- most of us put too much in too little space, which makes a buying prospect, think your home is too small.

Then, have a great moving sale with all the stuff you've collected and use the proceeds for paint or whatever other materials you need for repair projects. If you just can't bear to part with some possessions, store them in the attic or some other place that's out of sight to a potential buyer. (Public storage?)

 

3. To Sell, Sell, Sell -- Clean, Clean, Clean

After you've cleared out the clutter, it's time to really clean. Have the carpets professionally cleaned, strip and polish the floors, scour the bathrooms, go over the laundry room, polish the furniture, scour out the cabinets, wash the windows and window coverings, and spiff up the ceiling fans and kitchen appliances. In short, clean everything!

Don't forget the exterior; paint or power-wash everything that needs the work. Remember, this is a ceiling-to-floor, roof-to-foundation clean-up project.

 

4. Get More for Your Home: Repairs Pay Off

After you've cleaned the place to within an inch of its life, the next project is making all the repairs necessary to attract a buyer.

So, patch up the roof, touch up all the paint, repair the screens, spruce up the porch framing, and make your entry area really shine. Don't forget to water the lawn and landscape beds, and take the time to trim, mow, edge and get rid of sick or dying plants. Inside, fix the grout in the bathrooms and on tile floors, adjust any doors that need it, fix any scratches on the walls, cover any stains, and be sure to fix any plumbing problems. Remember, do what your home needs before the first buyer appears at your door.

Also, it's a good idea to get all this done before getting the 1st appointment from the real estate agent -- a good agent will advise you on what needs to be done.  Also, if you have friends willing to be brutally honest about what your home needs to sell, invite them to assess the fix-up needs.

There is, however, an alternative to the sweat equity you get from a total fix-up --but it carries a price.  An "as-is" sale keeps you from doing all this work, but a buyer will assess about three times the price you would have paid for the repairs. Then, the buyer will deduct that amount from your asking price before making an offer.

 

5. Putting Your Home on the Market:  Show It to Sell It

After you have cleaned, shined, mowed, and generally whipped your property into shape, it's time to attract a buyer.

Regardless of who markets your home, you or an agent, there are other, small things you must do to attract buyers. For example, even if it's bright daylight, open the blinds and turn on the lights. Also, open all the interior doors to make the home appear roomier.  Be sure to remove all your kids and pets -- they're cute, but a prospect wants to see your home, not your pride and joy.  In addition, make sure your pet's litter box is clean so the home smells clean and fresh, not like air freshener.  Remember, you need to make sure your home is available to be seen by a prospective buyer with as little notice as possible. That means less than an hour, or even five minutes, if possible.

 

6. Get a Sense of the Market

Before you put your home on the market, take a weekend day to check out the competition: homes with similar prices and in similar neighborhoods. Remember, you don't have to go out and buy new furniture just to look like that beautiful new model in the new development -- what you want is the feel of that new model -- clean, uncluttered, and fresh.

Remember, after location, the most important item to a buyer is a well maintained home. Many flaws can be overlooked if the buyer knows he can move in without a lot of trouble and expense.

SO ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEPS?  ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?

I HAVE 20+ YEARS EXPERIENCE WORKING THE NORTHWEST SUBURBAN MARKET AREA AND WOULD LOVE TO GET YOU ON YOUR WAY TO YOUR NEXT HOME!

Seller Advice Section of my website can offer you lots of information and common sense tips on selling your home.  Alot of things you might not have even thought about!

Buyer Advice Section offers mortgage advice, payment calculators and again lots of great information to get your mind spinning!

Blog Post - How to make Buyers Hate your House!

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Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324    Email her at:  LynSims@remax.net

Northwest Suburban Chicago areas of Roselle, Elk Grove Village, Hoffman Estates, Palatine, Medinah, Itasca, Schaumburg, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale, Hanover Park, Streamwood, Elgin, South Elgin, Bartlett, St. Charles.

Fabulous Website:  www.LynSims.net

This is a follow up post from a phone call and then another phone call from Zillow to me on a previous post I did just a few weeks ago.  'The Ruckus'

Zillow provided a data table on my Schaumburg IL area stating the Year over Year market change (-5.8%) which I was in total disagreement with.  I provided closed figures that proved them wrong in my area with the current MLS stats.  The info that Zillow is using is such an unbelievably broad territory it's going beyond ridiculous.  There wasn't any way that I could find (Google Earth) what would show you how large the area is except to say probably half of Delaware!  It encompassed the entire City of Chicago, Northern IL with Naperville and Joliet to the south, Indiana (parts?), and Wisconsin (parts?).   But we all know that all real estate is Local.  That each individual market is different - sometimes even subdivision to subdivision.  So what's with those figures?

 

Does Zillow want to perpetuate a negative marketplace?

Let's get back to those numberz again - the MLS stats that Zillow does not have.  Again I asked the question, where does Zillow get it's numberz?  No exact answer, too much reply.

A thought ~~ If Realtors do 80% of the business then they would have the majority of closed sales data in the MLS, not to mention the most up to date.  I know that at any given time I can go to the MLS in my area and pull up CURRENT UP TO THE MINUTE SALES stats for my area.  My numbers were also verified by other agents in my office just to be sure that the info I provided was totally correct.  But Zillow doesn't belong to our MLS?  Hmmm.....

SO WHAT SAY YOU ON A COUPLE OF POINTS ~~

1)   I do not believe that I should have received 'harassment' like phone calls from a Zillow coordinator to 'change my numberz'.  I thought that we were not to contact each other in a harassing manner for any reason no matter what the disagreement.  AR, thru email contact and phone, did not seem to feel that this was at all serious.  Hope your seeing what I mean here!

Not to mention that the post had seen alot of activity saying that Zillow's numberz were not correct in my area would basically give them bad press and a black eye.  Wouldn't I change my mind?

2)   There is no contact phone number for the Zillow coordinator in his AR profile.  There is no business address of a brick and mortar building listed on his profile - why not?  Doesn't seem like good business ethics on the part of AR to let that slip by.  Just curious as to why you wouldn't provide all your contact info? 

3)   I really love AR and all the great contacts and info I've received since joining.  But I would have to say I was deeply upset at the corporate response in this regard.  No policing, heck I read them the rules from the website!  Maybe it's just because I'm a women and someone tried to ruffle my 'Midwest Feathers' and make me knuckle under that I mostly object too.  We are all entitled to our opinions no matter what they are.

So here comes another black eye Zillow!

 

 

 

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324

 

Northwest Suburban Chicago IL areas of Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Roselle, Medinah, Itasca, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Bartlett, Hanover Park, Streamwood, Elgin, South Elgin, St Charles.

 

 

Top Selling Schaumburg Subdivisions by Price Range  -

Well you must be interested in Schaumburg if you're here!  Or are you just curious?  This is a short piece on the top selling subdivisions in Schaumburg over the last year. 

Under $300,000        Weathersfield - One of the largest and 1^st subdivisions in the area.

Under $350,000        Weathersfield

      Sheffield Park - Probably the 2^nd planned subdivision in Schaumburg.

      Timbercrest - Known for it's nice tree-line streets and huge garage sale! 

Under $400,000        Kingsport - known for it's large 2-story Colonials.

                                    Weathersfield West - Known for it's large Ranchs.

Under $450,000       Timbercrest

                                   Heritage Homes

                                   Country Grove

Under $500,000       Park St. Claire

Under $550,000       Haverford

     Plumwood Estates

Under $600,000         Park St. Claire

Under $650,000         Olde Schaumburg

                                    Weathersfield (Teardowns - New Construction)

Under $700,000                      Weathersfield (Teardowns - New Construction)

$700,000 to $900,000             Lions Gate

$901,000 to ???                     Essex Club and Lexington Fields Estates

TOP SOLD PRICE FOR SCHAUMBURG ~~~~         (drumroll!!!)            $920,000  

No matter what your price range if your interested in the Schaumburg Area, please give me a call.  I have over 24 years experience in the area and I bet I've been in the subdivision that YOUR interested in!

If you're a seller interested in selling your Schaumburg home - think of the great plug I've given your Subdivision and give me a call so we can get you into your next home!  I offer you a customized market plan where your home is the star!

My website in full of great buyer information, seller information, staging information and examples, community info, school stats and community benefits for anyone thinking of buying or selling from first timer to seasoned veteran!

Schaumburg - a great place to live! 

Schaumburg a bike friendly community!

Helping our Heroes in Schaumburg

Woodfield Shopping Area - free trolley everyday. 

Schaumburg Townhome Communities - Top 5 Sellers

 

Please give me a call to discuss your plans!  Having someone in your corner with over 20 years experience will ensure every detail of your purchase or sale is handled smoothly!

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324 

Data compiled from Sold Properties from the MLS (MRED) 5/1/07 thru 5/31/08 and my little pencil!

 

 

 

Detached Single Status: ACTV MLS#: 06917211 List Price: $199,900 Address:  Schaumburg, 60193 Sold Price:   Subdivision: WEATHERSFIELD PIN: 07203120250000 Spec Asmt/Serv Area: N Tax Exmpt: Homeowner Tax Year: 2006 Taxes: $4,516.91 Yr Built: 1960 Built Before 78: Y Ownership: Fee Simple HOA:   Style: Ranch Master Bath: Y HO Freq: Not Applicable Air: Central Air Park Type: Space/s Basement: N Age: 26-50 Years #Cars: 3 Lot Dim: 150X91X180X29 Water: Lake Michigan Sewer: Sewer-Public Closed Date:  Elementary: CAMPANELLI Dist#: 54 Middle: JANE ADDAMS JUNIOR Dist#: 54 High: SCHAUMBURG Dist#: 211

Coordinates:  N: 10  S: 0  E: 0  W: 25  Directions:  SCHAUMBURG RD S WEBSTER LEFT ON WABAN R WABAN CT Bedr: 4  Exterior: Aluminum/Vinyl/Steel Siding (AVS), Brick (BR) Baths: 2 Kitchen: Eating Area-Table Space Rms: 8 Dining Rm: Separate (SEP) Fplcs: 0 Other Rms: Utility/Laundry-1st Floor Appliances:  Remarks:   SPACIOUS RANCH. SPACIOUS YARD WITH DECK. PRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION. BANK OWNED. SOLD AS IS. CALL LISTING OFFICE FRONT DESK FOR SHOWING APPOINTMENT. ROOM SIZES AND LOT SIZE ARE ESTIMATED. SELLER DOES NOT PROVIDE SURVEY. SEND PRE-QUAL & PRE-APPROVAL LETTER WITH ALL OFFERS.

LOOKING FOR A DEAL OR JUST A GREAT PLACE TO START - GIVE LYN SIMS A CALL AT (847)230-7324.  SHE HAS OVER 24 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE AREA.  HAVING SOMEONE IN YOUR CORNER WITH HER EXPERIENCE WILL ENSURE EVERY DETAIL OF YOUR PURCHASE IS HANDLED SMOOTHLY.

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324

 

Detached Single Status: ACTV MLS#: 06917165 List Price: $214,000 Address:Elk Grove Village, 60007 Sold Price:   Subdivision: CENTEX PIN: 08282130390000 Spec Asmt/Serv Area: N Tax Exmpt: Homeowner Tax Year: 2006 Taxes: $3,720.34 Yr Built: 1958 Built Before 78: Y Ownership: Fee Simple HOA:   Style: Ranch Master Bath: Y HO Freq: Not Applicable Air: Central Air Park Type: Garage Basement: N Age: 26-50 Years #Cars: 1 Lot Dim: 55X110X60X110 Water: Lake Michigan Sewer: Sewer-Public Closed Date:  Elementary: RUPLEY Dist#: 59 Middle: GROVE JUNIOR Dist#: 59 High: ELK GROVE Dist#: 214

Coordinates:  N: 9  S: 0  E: 0  W: 18  Directions:  ARLINGTON HTS RD TO LANDMEIER E TO CREST Bedr: 3  Exterior: Aluminum/Vinyl/Steel Siding (AVS), Brick (BR) Baths: 2 Kitchen:   Rms: 6 Dining Rm: Separate (SEP) Fplcs: 1 Other Rms:   Appliances:  Remarks:   SPACIOUS RANCH IN NICE NEIGHBORHOOD. FENCED YARD WITH DECK & STORAGE SHED. BANK OWNED - SOLD AS IS. SOME UPDATING DONE. CALL LISTING OFFICE FRONT DESK FOR SHOWING APPOINTMENT. ROOM SIZES AND LOT SIZE ARE ESTIMATED. SELLER DOES NOT PROVIDE SURVEY. SEND PRE-QUAL OR PRE-APPROVAL LETTER WITH ALL OFFERS.

 

Detached Single Status: ACTV MLS#: 06917211 List Price: $199,900 Address: Schaumburg, 60193 Sold Price:   Subdivision: WEATHERSFIELD PIN: 07203120250000 Spec Asmt/Serv Area: N Tax Exmpt: Homeowner Tax Year: 2006 Taxes: $4,516.91 Yr Built: 1960 Built Before 78: Y Ownership: Fee Simple HOA:   Style: Ranch Master Bath: Y HO Freq: Not Applicable Air: Central Air Park Type: Space/s Basement: N Age: 26-50 Years #Cars: 3 Lot Dim: 150X91X180X29 Water: Lake Michigan Sewer: Sewer-Public Closed Date:  Elementary: CAMPANELLI Dist#: 54 Middle: JANE ADDAMS JUNIOR Dist#: 54 High: SCHAUMBURG Dist#: 211

Coordinates:  N: 10  S: 0  E: 0  W: 25  Directions:  SCHAUMBURG RD S WEBSTER LEFT ON WABAN R WABAN CT Bedr: 4  Exterior: Aluminum/Vinyl/Steel Siding (AVS), Brick (BR) Baths: 2 Kitchen: Eating Area-Table Space Rms: 8 Dining Rm: Separate (SEP) Fplcs: 0 Other Rms: Utility/Laundry-1st Floor Appliances:  Remarks:   SPACIOUS RANCH. SPACIOUS YARD WITH DECK. PRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION. BANK OWNED. SOLD AS IS. CALL LISTING OFFICE FRONT DESK FOR SHOWING APPOINTMENT. ROOM SIZES AND LOT SIZE ARE ESTIMATED. SELLER DOES NOT PROVIDE SURVEY. SEND PRE-QUAL & PRE-APPROVAL LETTER WITH ALL OFFERS.

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Detached Single Status: NEW MLS#: 06922109 List Price: $224,000 Address:  Hoffman Estates, 60169 Sold Price:   Subdivision: Parcel C PIN: 07164100150000 Spec Asmt/Serv Area: U Tax Exmpt: Homeowner Tax Year: 2006 Taxes: $3,318 Yr Built: 1959 Built Before 78: Y Ownership: Fee Simple HOA:   Style: Ranch Master Bath: N HO Freq: Not Applicable Air: Central Air Park Type: Garage Basement: N Age: 26-50 Years #Cars: 1 Lot Dim: 70 X 143 Water: Public Sewer: Sewer-Public Closed Date:  Elementary: LAKEVIEW Dist#: 54 Middle: KELLER JUNIOR Dist#: 54 High: SCHAUMBURG Dist#: 211

Coordinates:  N: 11  S: 0  E: 0  W: 24  Directions:  Schaumburg Road to Washington N to Glendale E Bedr: 4  Exterior: Aluminum/Vinyl/Steel Siding (AVS), Brick (BR) Baths: 1.1 Kitchen: Eating Area-Table Space Rms: 6 Dining Rm:   Fplcs:   Other Rms: 1st Floor Bedroom, Utility/Laundry-1st Floor Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal Remarks:   Great Ranch at a SPECTACULAR Price! Remodeled Kitchen & Baths! Many newer items: Roof, Windows, Siding, Flooring, Appliances, Ceramic foyer, Pella sliding door. Well maintained & shows Great! One year globe home warranty. Nice fenced yard w/ shed. Great location near grade school & nice park! CA as is. 4th bedroom was part of garage. Garage is shorter than original. Best combination of value and condition in area!

 

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Detached Single Status: ACTV MLS#: 06917827 List Price: $239,900 Address: Hoffman Estates, 60169 Sold Price:   Subdivision:  PIN: 07221110140000 Spec Asmt/Serv Area: N Tax Exmpt: None Tax Year: 2006 Taxes: $4,218 Yr Built: 1957 Built Before 78: Y Ownership: Fee Simple HOA:   Style:  Master Bath: N HO Freq: Not Applicable Air: Central Air Park Type: Garage Basement: N Age: 51-100 Years #Cars: 1 Lot Dim: 130X79X130X79 Water: Lake Michigan Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm Closed Date:  Elementary: LAKEVIEW Dist#: 54 Middle: KELLER JUNIOR Dist#: 54 High: SCHAUMBURG Dist#: 211

Coordinates:  N: 11  S: 0  E: 0  W: 23  Directions:  ROSELLE ROAD N OF SCHAUMBURG RD 2 THACKER W2 LINCOLN S Bedr: 3  Exterior: Aluminum/Vinyl/Steel Siding (AVS), Brick (BR) Baths: 1 Kitchen: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet Rms: 6 Dining Rm: L-shaped (L) Fplcs:   Other Rms:   Appliances: Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal Remarks:   A DOLL HOUSE! PURE CHARM FROM THE MOMENT YOU ARRIVE! FABULOUS CURB APPEAL! IMMACULATE! UPDTD T/O! SHOWS BEAUTIFULLY! GREAT UPDTD KITCHN W/NEWER CABS & PERGO LAMINATE HRDWD FLRS! LR/DR W/BERBER CARPETING! CEILING FANS IN ALL 3 BDRMS! CSTM COLOR WALLS T/O! BEAUTIFUL UPDTD BATH W/CERAMIC, UPDTD VANITY & TUB SURROUND! NEWER WASHER & DRYER! NEW GARAGE DR, 2 NEW STORM DRS! HUGE FENCED YARD & UPDTD LANDSCPNG! FALL IN LOVE!

 

PLEASE CALL ME FOR AN APPOINTMENT ON ANY OF THESE GREAT HOMES - SCHAUMBURG IS A GREAT PLACE TO START!

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324

Northwest Suburban Areas of Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Bartlett, Bloomingdale, Roselle, Medinah, Itasca, Carol Stream, Hanover Park, Streamwood, Elgin, South Elgin, St. Charles.

Minding my own real estate business when out of the blue came an email from Zillow telling me my Schaumburg Market Area here in Northwest Chicago had decreased 5.3% and had I been aware of it?  WHAT?  CUMON!

I knew the market was in a slight downturn but 5% a quarter in the Midwest?  Seemed suspicious but I left it aside and thought nothing further about it.  But it stewed and stewed in my head!  How did they come to find those numbers?  How could I verify those numbers that were being spread thru the internet like a bad case of athlete's foot?  How could I keep my blood pressure down!

A little background here first.  I have always been suspicious of Zillow and their numbers and on two different occasions have found them faulty and downright ficticious with available listings in my market area.  Duplicates, padding, going outside the area and including them in specific 'high hit' zip codes - naw, that doesn't happen with Zillow!  Yes it's true - that's what I found on two separate occasions.

SO NOW THIS!  After a bunch of exhaustive research this is what I've found.  Using our MLS solds for the 1^st quarter of 2008 this is the scoop.  (Nudge yourself if you fall asleep during the numbers presentation).

Sold Volume May 2007 - $10,604,700     Sold Volume May 2008 - $20,202,201     -402,499 or -3.8%        Down 3.8% FOR THE YEAR   This is only off by $403,000 which is about 1.25 homes in my market area.  SO THAT'S NOT BAD!

Average Sold Price May 2007 - $342,000    Sold Price May 2008 - $319,000      - 7%     Down 7%  BUT WAIT, WHAT IF MORE LOWER PRICED HOMES SOLD WOULDN'T THAT BRING DOWN THE AVERAGE PRICE.  I had thought that first-time homebuyers were spurring on the market here and according to these numbers I think it's true. 

# of Units Sold  May 2007 - 31           May 2008 - 32       I'm not even going to bother figuring this out it's so minuscule.   SO THAT'S NOT A DECENT PERCENTAGE THAT ZILLOW COULD HAVE USED??

Hmmm.  Where does Zillow get the numbers?  I have all the closed sales with fairly certain accuracy from the MLS here in the area.  What does Zillow use to tout these numbers?

The email also went on to tell me how I should help sellers set realistic prices for their home using Zillow!  Yikes - but where did they get those numbers!  I've got numbers too and nothing matches up!  

Working my fingers and pencil to the bone I have come up with one conclusion - THEY MAKE THEM UP!  That's what I think and my pencil proves it.  Why not try it in your market area & see if it isn't true for you too? 

What's truly sad is the public is not aware of this scam.  It's a plain and simple "information" scam that the public doesn't realize yet.  You can provide all sorts of numbers, statistics, and whatever fancy graphs you can chart but they are of no effective use to Mr. Public.  Mr. Public just wants those numbers that the shifty realtors are hiding from them, so in steps Zillow.

SCAM.  The site just doesn't work. 

So folks I've posted what and how the market truly is in my area.  I've got numbers too!

 

 

 Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324

Northwest Suburban Chicago Areas of Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Roselle, Medinah, Itasca, Bloomingdale, Hanover Park, Streamwood, Bartlett, Elgin, South Elgin, St. Charles.

Top 5 Selling Schaumburg Subdivisions by Lyn Sims (847)230-7324 RE/MAX Suburban

Top 5 Selling Schaumburg Subdivisions – Multi-family homes which is MLS computer speak for condos, coach homes, manor homes, quads, townhomes, duplexes. 

 

After starting all this research (551 total sales) the actual total turned out to be 15 and going thru all the different sales, by type, etc. I decided to do it by price range, so here goes ~~~

 

Under $150,000      Lakewood near the corners of Weathersfield and Roselle Rds.

                                 Country Lane Park near the corners of Fairlane and Irving Park Rds.

 

Under $200,000       Weathersfield Commons and Weathersfield Lakes – Near Schaumburg High School just north and south of Schaumburg Rd.

                                  Lexington Green 1 and Lexington Green 2 – south of Meacham and Schaumburg Rds.

Under $250,000      Briar Pointe – near the corners of Fairlane and Irving Park Rds.

                                 Red Rock – just west of Schaumburg and Barrington Rds.

 

Under $300,000      Towne Place and Towne Place West – either side of Schaumburg and Barrington Rds.

 

Under $350,000       Autumn Ridge – Schaumburg and Meacham Rds.

 
Under $400,000       Old Schaumburg – Schaumburg and Roselle Rds.

 

Under $450,000       Georgetown of Schaumburg – west of Mercury and Irving Park Rds.            

 

Under $500,000

 

Under $600,000    Arbor Glen and Old Towne – Roselle Rd and the NW Tollway and just south of Schaumburg and Roselle Rds.  (I’m bettin’ these are pretty nice! What are you thinkin?)

 

If your a buyer, no matter what your price range, and interested in the Schaumburg Area, please give me a call.  I have 24 years experience in the area and I can surely bet that I’ve been in the subdivision that your interested in!

If you’re a seller interested in selling your Schaumburg home – think of the great sales boost and shameless plug I’ve given your subdivision so give me a call so we can get you into your next home!  I offer you a customized market plan where your home is the star!

My website in full of great buyer information, seller information, staging information and examples, community info, school stats and community benefits for anyone thinking of buying or selling from first timer to seasoned veteran!

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What is a coach home or a manor home anyway?   A Schaumburg anomaly explained.

Please give me a call to discuss your plans!  Having someone in your corner with over 20 years experience will ensure every detail of your purchase or sale is handled smoothly!

 Home search Website:   www.LynSims.net

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324  OR   Email her at LynSims@remax.net

Northwest Suburban Chicago Areas of Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Roselle, Medinah, Itasca, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Elgin, South Elgin, Hanover Park, Streamwood, Bartlett, St. Charles.

**Statistics entirely compiled by hand and my little pencil for sold homes from 5/1/07 to 5/31/08, MRED 2008.

 

 

 

 

5 COMMON FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER MISTAKES and STRESSORS that Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban doesn't want her buyers to make!  Guiding her buyers with over 20 years experience, she can help you find the best home in the Northwest Suburban Chicago IL Market.

 

1.  They don't ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal.

Lyn's Comments - All lenders do not carry the same financing. Some do not handle FHA loans or loans with more flexible qualifying ratios that a first-time home buyer might need in order to get into that first home.  I can point you in the right direction so you get the best financing for you.  You MUST be prequalified for a loan BEFORE you begin your home search.

2.  They don't act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house.

Lyn's Comments- I'll help provide you with the information you need to make a confident decision.  Real Estate is local and each neighborhhood is unique.  I can show you which areas are on the upswing and which are not. 

3.  They don't find the right agent who's willing to help them through the homebuying process.

Lyn's Comments- Not all real estate agents are equal.  Not all real estate agents do this full-time.  Some of us have actually perfected their craft and know the in's and outs of each neighborhood you might be interested in.  I have been in the area for over 20 years and I understand the trends both past and present.  I've been in all the neighborhoods in the area - have you?

Did you know that a hiring a Realtor won't cost you a thing?  That's right nada - zip - zilch.  Why not take advantage of my expertise?

 

4.  They don't do enough to make their offer look appealing to a seller.

Lyn's Comments- The sellers main concern is whether you can complete the transaction with your financing!  He says - Show me the money!  That's why going and getting pre-approved is a must.  Low-balling a seller will do nothing for your negotiations but give you a black eye!  There's a misguided "Chicago" adage(custom?) that says "let's start $20,000 under list to see what they will do".  Well, in my experience I can assure you, it'll be nothing!  Not every seller is desperate despite what the media is leading you to believe!  Do you think every seller needs to come down $30,000?  It's just not realistic to expect.

 

5.  They don't think about resale before they buy. The average first-time buyer only stays in a home for four years.

Lyn's Comments- I am able to show you the market trends going back as many years as you would like.  The MLS data available to me can tell you the average increases or decreases in a particular neighborhood.  I also have statistics giving you town to town appreciation increases over a period of years.  All this information and expertise can help you make a great buying decison.

 

HAVING SOMEONE IN YOUR CORNER WITH OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE WILL ENSURE EVERY DETAIL OF YOUR PURCHASE IS HANDLED SMOOTHLY!

Lyn Sims at RE/MAX Suburban can be reached at (847)230-7324    OR    you may email her at LynSims@remax.net with any questions you might have regarding home ownership and how to begin.

Northwest Suburban Chicago Areas - Working the areas of Elk Grove Village, Streamwood, Bartlett, Hanover Park, Hoffman Estates, Medinah, Itasca, Roselle, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Elgin, South Elgin, Schaumburg and St. Charles.

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"Upon Further Inspection"

One of the most important steps in the home buying and selling process is often overlooked: the home inspection. While many buyers and sellers alike are wary of inspections (for fear of finding the dreaded "deal-breaker"), in reality thorough and timely inspections help smooth the process and prevent headaches during or after closing.

The Difference between Appraisal and Inspection

Many consumers are unclear regarding the difference between a home appraiser and a licensed home inspector.  A house appraisal is an independent evaluation of the current market value of the home from your lenders/bank perspective.  Generally speaking, the appraiser's job is to review the property to determine its worth relative to similar properties in the area and recent sales history.  With that value set, the lender can determine how much money can appropriately be loaned to the buyer.  Appraisers typically work for the bank, the FHA, or HUD depending on the type of loan.

In contrast, the house inspector is trained to identify items in the home that need either replacement or repair.  A licensed inspector will carefully examine the home's structural components, heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical systems, insulation, roofing and so on.  A home inspection report will give far more detailed and overall information than a home appraisal.

While an appraiser will perform a walk through of your home, it is typically a cursory examination that lasts between 15 and 30 minutes.  An in-depth home inspection will last from two to three hours.  An appraiser may point out potential problem areas, but they are not trained to spot damage or faulty systems. Only a certified inspector can adequately review the quality and condition of a home for sale.

Seller's Perspective: Informed Buyers, Added Protection

Many sellers choose to have their home inspected before ever putting the property on the open market. Such "pre-sale inspections" are combined with the seller's disclosures to form a comprehensive disclosure package of documents about the home.

Some sellers shy away from this practice, feeling that it is an unnecessary expense when many buyers will obtain their own inspection anyway.  But presale inspections aren't meant to replace the inspection an interested buyer will seek, rather they are meant to increase a potential buyer's knowledge about the property.  Well-informed buyers will be less likely to walk away from a property that they like, and by providing a disclosure package you show buyers that you are negotiating in good faith.

The presale inspection is also a safeguard against potential home defects that might affect a future closing or even worse result in legal action after the sale of the home.  An early inspection can help you identify any items you that will require either repair or disclosure (and possible concessions) as you move forward.

Buyer's Perspective: Cost-Effective Peace of Mind

A pre-sale inspection provided within the seller's disclosure package does not mean that smart buyers should go without a second inspection by an inspector of their own choosing.  In general, a home that has been thoroughly inspected benefits buyer and seller alike.

Buyer-driven inspections are common contingencies in many sales contracts usually within the first 5 days after acceptance.  Sellers must allow the buyer to pick an inspector without restriction.  Look for experienced inspectors with a strong reputation in the community. 

  Inspectors in Illinois are required to be licensed.

Specialist Inspectors

If the general inspection identifies problems or potential defects, seek a second inspection by a specialist.  The reason for this is simple: while home inspectors are trained to spot defects throughout your home, by their very nature they do not have specific expertise with every single structure or system in the house.  For example, an inspector may cite signs of wear on a HVAC system as possible evidence that a replacement is in order.  Calling in a licensed heating contractor may either confirm the existence of a problem or show that the general inspector was mistaken.

Additional inspections do come with an expense, but they can prevent surprises after closing or eliminate unnecessary repairs, the cost is easily offset.  If the general inspector recommends additional inspections (which is often the case), you should heed the advice.

Finding the Right Inspector 

Whether buying or selling, picking the right inspector is an important decision.  A good inspector will be experienced, meticulous and plainspoken.  It pays to use a home inspector with a proven track record in your area.  You'll also want an inspector who will stand by their work and take responsibility for any oversights or errors.  If the inspector is also a general/repair contractor, they should disclose this information upfront.  Both seller's and buyer's agents can typically provide referrals of qualified inspectors. You can also check for local members of the National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHI) or the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), two of the most respected home inspection associations.

National Association of Home Inspectors http://www.nahi.org
American Society of Home Inspectors http://www.ashi.org

Inspect the Inspector Article

What your Inspection should cover

Having someone in your corner with over 20 years experience will ensure every detail of your purchase is handled smoothly! 

 LYN SIMS at RE/MAX Suburban (847)230-7324

Northwest Suburban Chicagoland Real Estate in the areas of:  Roselle, Hanover Park, Bartlett, Streamwood, Elgin, South Elgin, St. Charles, West Chicago, Bloomingdale, Medinah, Itasca, Elk Grove Village, Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg.