With spring nearly upon us, we are entering prime home selling season. If you are planning on selling your home or need more information, give the Dawn Dause Group a call at (815) 954-5050!
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Helpful and Informative information. Homes for sale, helpful real estate information, and also what is going on in the community. Information about Plainfield, Shorewood, Minooka, Lockport, Joliet, and other local areas.
Spring Activities For Kids
Go for a walk and play I-Spy spring edition Go on a scavenger hunt-create a list of spring items with your child and go on a hunt for them Collect 26 cool rocks and write an uppercase letter on one side and the lowercase letter on the other side
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Fill your home with fresh flowers: Whether it’s bouquets of flowers or potted plants, bringing a touch of nature into your home signals that spring is finally here! Paint: Give the furniture, walls, and front door a new coat of paint. Try a vibrant spring hue, stick with your old
Continue readingDon’t Plant These Trees In Your Yard!
Silver maple: Although these are large and fast growing trees, they often snap during severe weather due to weak bark. They also have shallow roots that are inclined to damage pipes, driveways and sidewalks. Ash: These trees are durable yet they are very prone to the Emerald Ash Borer which is a
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Thinking of selling your home this spring? Did you know that spring is only 30 days away? Call the Dawn Dause Group today for a FREE home estimate! (815) 954-5050
Continue readingTop 10 Home Repairs If Your Home Is On The Market
Although curb appeal is important and can help make a good first impression, the interior of a home needs to be in good shape as well. Here are the top 10 home repairs to make if your home is on the market (or will be soon): Dry basement: A damp, musty
Continue readingThinking of finishing your basement? Keep these things in mind!
Before you get too far with designing your dream basement, check your local municipal code for any restrictions that you need to incorporate into your plan Hire a professional to come in and check for any signs of water in the basement before you begin the project; any water issues
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According to HomeAdvisor, these are the 6 most popular bathroom remodel projects and their average cost: Install cabinets: $4,633 Reface cabinets: $6,676 Install bathtub or shower liner: $2,522 Install flooring: $2,969 Install a shower: $3,169 Install a bathtub: $2,849
Continue readingWhat’s Out From 2015 And What’s In For 2016
Trends from 2015 that are out Chalkboard paint Mason jars Burlap 2016 trends Artisan accent accessories Art deco shapes and patterns Wool rugs Encaustic tiles
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Wellness properties, a branch of the sustainable housing movement, are made to keep the occupants healthy. Health conscious homeowners can now live in homes that actively work to keep the home clean and keep the homeowner healthy. So far these homes are exclusive to a company called Delos Living out
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