Maria's Blog

Attention prospective home buyers and sellers! Rockford Area Realtors in cooperation with the City of Rockford present the 2011 Real Estate Boot Camp - an indispensable informational event for buyers and sellers looking to make the right move in the current economy! WIN A HOME! Get a free chance ...

Took a client out last week to show houses and we found a great one for his low price range.  It was in great shape for being priced at $54,900.  He could move right in without having to do really anything to the property.  I told him if he is even the least bit interested he should jump on it be...

According to 2010 census data released, Rockford is holding onto the spot as Illinois' third largest city. Unless a population boom is in our future, there are several cities poised to pass us.  Some are thinking Elgin will be the next to pass us, but it may take them 10 years to do so.  Their po...

According to the Illinois Association of Realtors January home sales were up. 5% for Winneabgo county 147 sale compared to 140(2010) Median sale price was down 19.6%  105.750 to 85,000 Average sale price was down as well 17.1% 119,237 to 98,794 16.7% for Boone county 42 sale compared to 32(2010)...

Our local school dist has had its challenges.  From a discrimination suit that has kids being bused from the other side of the city, to the recent budget shortfall that will have several schools closing and teachers laid off from their jobs. How do you as an agent explain to your clients that eve...

It's been awhile since I have blogged about anything...I always wonder what in the world should I say?!  Do I just talk about real estate, as this is full of real estate members...or do I just say what is on my mind and just talk about my day.  Well, I figured I would do just that.  It has been a...

3520 Gilbert, Rockford, IL 61101  $56,900 Great, updated house!  Features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath.  Updated kitchen and bathroom.  New carpet throughout, freshly painted.  Roof, siding, windows 5 yrs old. Seller is a licensed Realtor. Broker:  Whitehead Inc Realtors

298 Spring Meadow  Poplar Grove, IL 61065 $150,000 4Bdrms, 3 full baths, Office, media room, Open floor plan. Big corner lot. Short sale!   Broker:  Whitehead Inc Realtors

Is the market really down..or is it that there are just overpriced homes that need work out there?  I took my client out on showing a couple weeks ago and as i was getting ready to leave I thought I would take a quick look to see if there were any more listings that she may like...well there was ...

Was rented for $750 a month...3 bedrooms 2 baths.  Updated kitchen and bathrooms. MLS# 43301  Only $43,000. Dues $140 month.  Listed with Whitehead Inc. Realtors