moving.about.com Flickr.com Usually moves happen with plenty of notice and people have an average of 8 weeks or so to complete the moving process, however, there are times when quick moves (4 weeks or less) need to happen. Here are a few tips in case you ever find yourself in
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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.
No Vacation Plans This Summer? Try Out These Staycation Ideas!
Freerangestock.com Try Geocoaching: A real world treasure hunting experience-participants use GPS devices to search a specific set of coordinates to find a hidden container. Go paintballing or try laser tag Visit a nearby state park such as Starved Rock Go to a local theater Visit Six Flags Head to
Continue readingRefreshing Summer Wines
Consumer Reports Freedigitalphotos.net Looking for the perfect glass of wine to enjoy this summer? Pinot grigio and White blends are both excellent choices for this warm weather as they are both refreshing and able to cleanse the palate. These vinos are wonderful on their own or enjoyed with small snacks such as
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Consumer Reports Freerangestock.com Today’s kitchens are being built as ‘social kitchens’ and are being designed to accommodate more than just cooking. Electronics are finding special nooks and the heart of the home is now being used for parties, homework, more than one cook….you get the picture. Here are some tips
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Flickr Plainfield Historic Downtown Farmer’s Market The farmer’s market will take place every Saturday from June 6-September 26 from 8 am till 1 pm on the southwest corner of Route 59 and Lockport Street (just down the road from the Plainfield RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals office). For more information about this
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Reboot Illinois Flickr Hike at Starved Rock State Park Attend a Kane County Cougars or Peoria Chiefs minor league baseball game Go to the Ribfest in Naperville Catch a show at Ravinia Have fun at the Illinois State Fair in August (Aug. 13-23) and the Sandwich Fair (Sept. 9-13) in
Continue readingHome Ownership Leads To Wealth
realtor.com Flickr The Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University recently conducted research about the correlation between homeownership and wealth. After the study was completed, they stated that “as a means to building wealth, there is no practical substitute for homeownership.” How does owning a home help to build wealth? Here’s
Continue reading10 Spring Family Activities
petakids Flickr Go to the beach Go kayaking Go hiking Fly a kite Do an outdoor scavenger hunt Go canoeing Take a family bike ride Go mini golfing Plant a garden Take a family camping trip
Continue reading9 Things To Ignore While House Hunting
Msn Flickr It can be easy to focus on the little things you see in a home that you don’t particularly care for and to miss the positive attributes of the home. It can be difficult to envision yourself in a home when you are surrounded by memories of a
Continue reading4 Tips For Selling In The Spring
Flickr Know your plan: One mistake that sellers often make is not knowing what their plan is once their home sells. Are you going to purchase another home? Can you stay with family or friends while you figure out your next move? Do you want to rent? Speaking with your lender
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