TheBlogDog.net: September 2008

NEED HELP FINDING A HOME AND DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START?

DID YOU KNOW THAT USING THE SERVICES OF A REALTOR WILL COST YOU NOTHING?  That's right - nada, zip, zero and zilch!  You get the advantages of the realtors experience in contract negotiations, neighborhood knowledge, mortgage programs, and a whole list of other skills wrapped into a nice package! 

Just to mention a 2006 survey, a full 76% of home buyers purchased their home through a real estate agent.  Real estate professionals are relied upon to have experience in every aspect of a typical home purchase.  The home buyer ultimately wants the agent to help the buyer find the right property to purchase (50%) and many more concerns. 

1)  Help find the right home to purchase.

2)  Help buyer negotiate the terms of the sale.

3)  Determine what comparable homes are selling for.

4)  Help with price negotiations.

5)  Help with paperwork.

6)  Help determine how much a buyer can afford to spend on a home.

7)  Help find and arrange financing.

SO ......  WHEN WOULD YOU LIKE TO GET STARTED?

A real estate agent, such as myself, Lyn Sims, has all the available properties for sale listed in one place (MLS) for you to look at.  No hopping around from site to site!  Most listings now have virtual tours and multiple interior pictures so you can get a complete feel for the homes qualities and room sizes.  Another important step that must be taken first is to get pre-qualified for a loan BEFORE you begin your home search!  I can also help with any questions that you might have in the mortgage/loan area also because I've been thru the process before!

I look forward to working with you on finding your new home.

My Bio and Qualifications can be found here for you to check out. I've been working in the area for over 20 years and can answer all your questions about a neighborhood that you might be interested in.

What makes a Good Neighborhood?

I'm excited and I want to start looking now Lyn - take me to the MLS search!

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

Homes for Sale in Bartlett IL and surrounding areas of Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Roselle, Medinah, Itasca, Bloomingdale, Streamwood, Hanover Park, Carol Stream, Elgin, South Elgin, St. Charles.

BARTLETT SPONSORS ABRAHAM LINCOLN TOUR

Bartlett will truly be at the heart of Lincoln-country, when the "Abraham Lincoln: Self-Made in America" Bicentennial Tour stops at 228 S. Main Street from September 16 to 19. The Lincoln Bicentennial Tour is a mobile museum exhibit developed by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois to celebrate Lincoln's 200th birthday on February 12, 2009. The exhibit will travel the United States over the next two years inspiring visitors with the story of Lincoln's life and accomplishments.

The Village's Bartlett History Museum will sponsor the tour's stop in Bartlett, which currently is one of only 13 cities in Illinois to host the event. The exhibit is free to the public and hours are: Tuesday, 9/16, noon to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, 9/17 & Thursday, 9/18, 11a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Friday, 9/19, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The only exhibit of its type in the country, the mobile museum uses an engaging mix of interactive elements, graphics, documents and artifacts inside a 53-foot long, double expandable trailer to examine Lincoln's life, from his poor beginnings to his ascension to the presidency and his assassination.

Below are just some of the additional educational programs that the Bartlett History Museum has planned for visitors to enjoy during the tour stop. All events are at Bartlett Village Hall and are free.

Tuesday, 9/16, 4:30 p.m.
Meet President Lincoln & Mary Todd Lincoln
Open to everyone but geared for children in 4th grade and older. The Lincolns discuss the political and social aspects of the Civil War. Registration is required, 630-837-0800.

Tuesday, 9/16, 6 to 6:55 p.m.
Happy 200th Birthday Abe Celebration!
It's a birthday party and everyone is invited to greet President and Mrs. Lincoln and wish him a happy 200th. NO registration is required.

Wednesday, 9/17 & Thursday, 9/18, 7 p.m.
Evening with the Lincolns & Patriotic Song
Same program offered both nights. An Evening with the Lincolns at the White House --- just before they leave for Ford's Theater. The program begins with the Bartlett International Chorus performing patriotic songs. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required, 630-837-0800.