I have been writing recently about the housing market and how the market is down which is not new to anyone. Because the housing market is down pricing your home right is what is going to sell your home. This is important for both buyers and sellers. Real estate agents are getting bad reputations now a day for something that is completely out of our hands. Please remember we do not control the economy and the housing market. We are here to represent the buyers and sellers and use the knowledge we have, in the best way that we know how, in order to get what our buyers and sellers want. That is why it is so important to work with a knowledgeable agent, in my case a team of agents who know what your needs are, and we make sure that you get taken care of. I am continueing to blog about diff... 01/22/2010

RE/MAX SuburbanEric Egeland Office: 847.557.8552Website: ChicagolandHomeSeller.com 1515 East CHURCHILL Drive #104 PALATINE, IL 60074 MLS#: 07395655 Price: $90,000 House Type:   Condo Bedrooms:   1 Full Bathrooms:   1 Half Bathrooms:   0 Short sale listing in move in condition. This condo features generous room sizes, wood laminate flooring, granite counters with newer cabs. Bosch washer/dryer. Pool, fitness center and generous patio.**100% tax pro-ration**   Listing information courtesy of: RE/MAX SUBURBANThe data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity program of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than RE/MAX Northern Illinois are marked with the Broker Reciprocity logo o... 01/21/2010

Streamwood Real EstateDennis Toomey continuously monitors local real estate statistics to keep his clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends.  Below, at the end of the page you will find Streamwood real estate statistics for the last 12 months as of January 15, 2010.To find the value of your home with a free, over-the-net home evaluation, please visit: www.KnowYourHomeValue.com/active or use this link http://www.knowyourhomevalue.com/remaxil/modules/global/forms/marketevaluation.asp?&acc=32722&s=active If you would like a free list of homes for sale in this area/neighborhood or would like more information about Streamwood, please visit: www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/active or use this link http://www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/remaxil/modules/agent/agent.asp?p=findahome.asp&pa... 01/15/2010

Palatine Real EstateDennis Toomey continuously monitors local real estate statistics to keep his clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends.  Below, at the end of the page you will find Palatine real estate statistics for the last 12 months as of January 15, 2010.To find the value of your home with a free, over-the-net home evaluation, please visit: www.KnowYourHomeValue.com/active or use this link http://www.knowyourhomevalue.com/remaxil/modules/global/forms/marketevaluation.asp?&acc=32722&s=active If you would like a free list of homes for sale in this area/neighborhood or would like more information about Palatine, please visit: www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/active or use this link http://www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/remaxil/modules/agent/agent.asp?p=findahome.asp&page=se... 01/15/2010

Some of the subjects covered:     * Roles of the Lender/Mortgage Broker    * Credit    * Pre-Approval    * Roles of the Real Estate Agent    * Searching for Properties    * Contracts    * Negotiation    * Closing Class Location: Palatine, IL Palatine Library, 700 N Court, Palatine, IL Thursday, January 28th at 6:30 p.m. Class Location: Palatine, IL 1232 West Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL Thursday, February 18th at 6:30 p.m. To RSVP, please call or e-mail Ryan at:RyanGable@StartingPointRealty.com(847) 348-1154 01/11/2010

Eric P. Egeland | RE/MAX SUBURBAN | 847.337.7090 1515 Churchill, Palatine, IL Short sale listing. Move in ready. 1BR/1BA Condo offered at $100,000 Year Built 1973 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 1 Uncovered spaces Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $231 per month DESCRIPTION Short sale listing in move in condition. This condo features generous room sizes, wood laminate flooring, granite counters with newer cabs. Bosch washer/dryer. Pool, fitness center and generous patio.**100% tax pro-ration** Eric P. Egeland RE/MAX SUBURBAN NorthShoreREO.com see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Granite countertop - Washer - Dryer COMMUNITY FEATURES - Swimming pool(s) - Lake - Playground ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Ph... 01/04/2010

                               Fox River in Mchenry. The market statistics for home sales in Palatine IL for the month of November 2009.  The current inventory of homes for sale in Palatine Illinois Zip Code 60067 is up vs last month and sales this month over last month up for single family homes and down for attached single family homes.  Our average LP of sold homes is down for single family homes and up for attached single family homes.  Average Sale Price of homes sold is down for single family homes and up for attached single family homes, and our LP/SP ratio is even for single family homes and down for attached homes.  The average market time for homes sold in Palatine IL 60067 zip code has gone down for single family homes in Palatine and up for attached single family homes in Pa... 12/11/2009

Palatine Market Trends Today, November 30, 2009 Median Sales Price in Palatine Embed Info 1 Br 2 Br 3 Br 4 Br All properties 1 yr 5 yr Max No. BedroomsAug - Oct '09y-o-y3 months prior1 year prior5 years prior 2 bedrooms - - - - - 4 bedrooms - - - - - All properties$275,000+7.8%$246,750$255,000$239,500 Select chart to embed:   Median Sales Price Number of Sales Copy & Paste HTML to embed this graph in your website:   Palatine Summary The median sales price for homes in Palatine IL for Aug 09 to Oct 09 was $275,000. This represents an increase of 11.4%, or $28,250, compared to the prior quarter and an increase of 7.8% compared to the prior year. Sales prices have appreciated 14.8% over the last 5 years in Palatine. The average listing price for Palatine homes for sale on Trulia was $312,6... 11/30/2009

Some of the subjects covered:     * Roles of the Lender/Mortgage Broker    * Credit    * Pre-Approval    * Roles of the Real Estate Agent    * Searching for Properties    * Contracts    * Negotiation    * Closing Class Location: Palatine, IL 1232 West Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL Thursday, January 14th at 6:30 p.m.   To RSVP, please call or e-mail Ryan Gable at: RyanGable@StartingPointRealty.com or (847) 348-1154 11/25/2009

                               Homes in Palatine Illinois. The market statistics for home sales in Palatine IL for the month of October 2009.  The current inventory of homes for sale in Palatine Illinois Zip Code 60067 is down vs last month and sales this month over last month down for single family homes and up for attached single family homes.  Our average LP of sold homes is up for single family homes and down for attached single family homes.  Average Sale Price of homes sold is down for single family homes and for attached single family homes, and our LP/SP ratio is down for single family homes and up for attached homes.  The average market time for homes sold in Palatine IL 60067 zip code has gone down for single family homes in Palatine and up for attached single family homes in ... 11/19/2009

I recently found this site for Palatine Communiity Events(click on link) Restaurants, things to do, and upcoming Holiday Events.  Check it out as I enjoyed looking at it myself 11/13/2009

Palatine Real EstateDennis Toomey continuously monitors local real estate statistics to keep his clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends.  Below, at the end of the page you will find Palatine real estate statistics for the last 12 months as of November 6, 2009.To find the value of your home with a free, over-the-net home evaluation, please visit: www.KnowYourHomeValue.com/active or use this link http://www.knowyourhomevalue.com/remaxil/modules/global/forms/marketevaluation.asp?&acc=32722&s=active If you would like a free list of homes for sale in this area/neighborhood or would like more information about Palatine, please visit: www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/active or use this link http://www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/remaxil/modules/agent/agent.asp?p=findahome.asp&page=se... 11/06/2009

Some of the subjects covered:    * Roles of the Lender/Mortgage Broker    * Credit    * Pre-Approval    * Roles of the Real Estate Agent    * Searching for Properties    * Contracts    * Negotiation    * Closing Class Location: Palatine, IL 1232 West Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL Thursday, December 3rd at 6:30 p.m. To RSVP, please call or e-mail Ryan Gable at:RyanGable@StartingPointRealty.com(847) 348-1154 10/28/2009

Palatine Real EstateDennis Toomey continuously monitors local real estate statistics to keep his clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends.  Below, at the end of the page you will find Palatine real estate statistics for the last 12 months as of October 23, 2009.To find the value of your home with a free, over-the-net home evaluation, please visit: www.KnowYourHomeValue.com/active or use this link http://www.knowyourhomevalue.com/remaxil/modules/global/forms/marketevaluation.asp?&acc=32722&s=active If you would like a free list of homes for sale in this area/neighborhood or would like more information about Palatine, please visit: www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/active or use this link http://www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/remaxil/modules/agent/agent.asp?p=findahome.asp&page=se... 10/23/2009

                               A Home in Palatine Illinois we sold in 6 days. The market statistics for home sales in Palatine IL for the month of September 2009.  The current inventory of homes for sale in Palatine Illinois Zip Code 60067 is down vs last month and sales this month over last month up for single family homes and down for attached single family homes.  Our average LP of sold homes is down for single family homes and down for attached single family homes.  Average Sale Price of homes sold is down for single family homes and for attached single family homes, and our LP/SP ratio is up for single family homes and even for attached homes.  The average market time for homes sold in Palatine IL 60067 zip code has gone up for single family homes in Palatine and for attached singl... 10/22/2009

Palatine Real EstateDennis Toomey continuously monitors local real estate statistics to keep his clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends.  Below, at the end of the page you will find Palatine real estate statistics for the last 12 months as of October 17, 2009.To find the value of your home with a free, over-the-net home evaluation, please visit: www.KnowYourHomeValue.com/active or use this link http://www.knowyourhomevalue.com/remaxil/modules/global/forms/marketevaluation.asp?&acc=32722&s=active If you would like a free list of homes for sale in this area/neighborhood or would like more information about Palatine, please visit: www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/active or use this link http://www.GetYourRealEstateHere.com/remaxil/modules/agent/agent.asp?p=findahome.asp&page=se... 10/17/2009

 1.  How many people do you have working directly with you?  2.  What is your plan for Advertising and where do you advertise?  3.  What type of Virtual Tour is done and how long does that take?  4.  How long with it take to get professional color brochures in our home?  5.  How many color pictures will be on the web?  6.  What type of Direct Mail campaign do you have to market our home?  7.  Do you market on Google, Yahoo, or Bing?  8.  What do you do when you are with clients or at an appointment and someone wants to see our home?  9.  What is your feedback program? 10. How often will I hear from you and get data from you regarding the market? These are 10 great questions to ask any agent when you call them in for an interview and they should be able to provide you data and show you e... 09/29/2009

www.410Mahogany.com Sharron Kelley | The Sharron Kelley Team at Coldwell Banker | 847-465-3638 410 Mahogany Court #212, Palatine, IL Great End Unit! 2BR/2BA Condo offered at $264,800 Year Built 2004 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking Unspecified Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $328 per month DESCRIPTION Beautiful End Unit with Gorgeous Upgrades! Unit Features Gleaming Hardwood Floors in Entry, Kitchen, Eating Area, & Living Room. Laundry is Located Inside The Unit, With Washer & Dryer. Kitchen Boasts Cherry Wood Cabinets, Stainless Steel Appliances, & Granite Counters. The Master Bedroom Has Walk-In Closet and The Attached Bathroom is Upgraded with Cherry Cabinets, Tiled Shower & Floor. Parking is Located Underground, Along With Storage. There ... 09/24/2009

  www.NorthernIllinoishomes.com   Sharron Kelley | The Sharron Kelley Team at Coldwell Banker | 847-465-3638 1367 N Winslowe Dr. Unit 104, Palatine, IL Adorable Condo with Updates! 2BR/1BA Condo offered at $105,000 Year Built 1985 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Uncovered spaces Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Absolutely Adorable Condo With Totally Updated Features, In A Great Location Backing to Open Area. The Kitchen Features New Granite Like Counter Tops And New Stainless Steel Appliances Including Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range, And Range Hood. The Oak Cabinets And Sink Are New, Along With The Tile Floor. Carpeting is Newer Throughout And The Interior Has Been Freshly Painted. The Unit Features A Laundry Area... 09/21/2009

                               Gorgeous Kitchen in our listing for sale in Palatine, Illinois The market statistics for home sales in Palatine IL for the month of August 2009.  The current inventory of homes for sale in Palatine Illinois Zip Code 60067 is down vs last month and sales this month over last month up for single family homes and up for attached single family homes.  Our average LP of sold homes is down for single family homes and the up for attached single family homes.  Average Sale Price of homes sold is down for single family homes and for attached single family homes, and our LP/SP ratio is up for single family homes and down for attached homes.  The average market time for homes sold in Palatine IL 60067 zip code has gone up for single family homes in Palatine and for a... 09/19/2009