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FEATURED HOME: 4BR/4BA Blackhawk Heights, Clarendon Hills IL $569,900

Clarendon Hills, IL: Blackhawk Heights,  Stunning 4BR/4BA  offered at $569,900

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3.8% Home Sales Tax as of January 1, 2013

3.8% Home Sales Tax as of January 1, 2013? Yes, it’s true – but get the facts:

There are rumors about a homes sales tax rate of 3.8% which goes into effect January 1, 2013

The National Association of Realtors helps explain the truths in their phamplet below.

BANK OF AMERICA TO SLASH MORTGAGE PRINCIPAL !

Eligible homeowners could get $150,000 on average knocked off the balance of their mortgages according to offer by Bank of America what’s the catch …I wonder Read more and send me YOUR thoughts

Historic Pullman Tour: 11141 S. Cottage Grove Ave Chicago

Feel this architecturally rich late-19th century industrial community come to life on the docent-led Historic Pullman Walking Tour, and you’ll witness an important part of Chicago history. Next stop Pullman for our 175 Days to Love Chicago pick for Sunday, May 6.

HINSDALE, IL: Lake Rights, Fishing, Boating YES! $938K 4BR+1/4BA

JUST LISTED! Hinsdale, IL – Lake Access  Walk to Hinsdale Central

Custom built home with lake access, accross the street from park, offering scenic views, boating, fishing!

Homeowners own the lake – tear downs available $400k-$600K and build to suit $700K-$900K = $1.3M

Take advantage of this deal!

4BR+1/5BA

Offered at $938,000

Don’t wait this one won’t last long!

DEAL OF THE DAY! WILLOW SPRINGS, IL 3BR/2.5BA TOWNHOUSE WALK TO METRA $162,900

RENAISSANCE STATION – Steps to METRA! in Willow Springs, IL: 3BR/2.5 BATH 

Don’t miss this townhouse in wonderful Renaissance Station

HPF WARNS SPIKE IN FORECLOSURE SCAMS, OFFERS TIPS

Mortgage foreclosure scams have surged nearly 60 percent this year following the launch of several federal programs, the Homeownership Preservation Foundation (HPF) announced.

FEATURED HOME: GLEN ELLYN, IL 751 CHIDESTER 5BR/4.1BA $1.495M

751 Chidester in Glen Ellyn, IL

 This is it, look no further. Custom built Prairie style home overlooks Perry’s Pond, offering scenic and serene with Zen tranquility, inside and out.

5BR/4.1BA

Offered at $1,495,000

SIMPLY GORGEOUS…

DEAL OF THE DAY! LUXURY SHORT SALE $950,000 5BR/5.1BA

SIMPLY GORGEOUS AT A STEAL OF A PRICE ASKING $950,000 UNDER APPRAISED VALUE HINSDALE, IL For private showing call Christine 708/369-8094

PALOS HEIGHTS, IL: Stunning Townhome 3702 Spyglass Circle Unit: B $308,000

PALOS HEIGHTS, IL: Stunning Townhome 3702 Spyglass Circle Unit: B $308,000

Sunny and spacious with open floor plan with “open loft” feel. Private main level 2-story grand foyer, walk up to 1 level living full of upgrades, beautiful Walnut true hardwood flooring throughout, natural Cherry cabinets Cabinets, Granite counters, Stainless appliances, wood-burning fireplace, luxury bath, walk-in closet, laundry, balcony, volume ceilings.

REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT: MARCH 2012

Read the latest Chicago and Suburbs Real Estate Market Report …

FEATURED HOME WESTERN SPRINGS, IL: 4809 Grand Forest Hills 6BR/6BA $1.99M

Western Springs Stunner Private Forest Hills Subdivision 6BR/6BA 3c garage Contemporary Design offered at $1.99M

FEATURED HOME! LISLE, IL: Hidden Lakes Townhomes

LISLE, IL: 1746 Briggs Ct Unit 1746….

STUNNING TOWNHOME 3BR/2.1 ba

3 LEVELS OF LIVING SPACE – MOVE IN READY – LIKE NEW!

LA GRNAGE PARK, IL: Water Bill – Increase Begins March 1, 2012

CLARENDON HILLS, IL: GORGEOUS!! 6425 Clarendon Hills Rd Unit 302, Willowbrook, Illinois 60527 $139,900

Lifestyle living at its BEST! Clubhouse, scenic balcony view, pool + low monthly asessments only $281 (includes: …Heat, Water, Gas, Parking, Common Insurance, Clubhouse, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal!)… 100% OWNER OCCUPIED  -  Pets allowed Call today for private showing (708)369-8094

Senior Home Exemption Filing Deadline is March 28

Attention Seniors! Exemption forms will NOT be mailed you must download or request it be mailed.

Filing deadline is March 28, 2012

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LUXURY HOMES MAGAZINE @luxuryhomemag

Luxury Homes Magazine photographs Hawaii Texas, Illinois … stunning pictures, interiors and architecture from all over

CHECK YOUR 2012 TAX REFUND STATUS

Click on IRS logo to check status of your refund and remember to put $30% into savings if you do get a return for a rainy day !