Maples at the Sonatas, Woodstock, Illinois About Maples at the Sonatas Maples at the Sonatas is a townhouse and single family home subdivision built in the late 2000's. Maples at the Sonatas is located in Woodstock east of Route 47 and north of Ware Road. Average taxes in Maples at the Sonatas $12 Average association fees in Maples at the Sonatas $153 ($150 - $155) Average home size in Maples at the Sonatas 1,864 ft2 Average lot size in Maples at the Sonatas 0.00 acres Average year built in Maples at the Sonatas 2012 Homes for sale in Maples at the Sonatas Address Beds Baths Built Price 607 Schumann St. #21-A 3 2.0 2011 $249,990 614 Handel Ln. 2 2.0 2011 $235,990 Lot 101 Handel Ln. 2 2.0 2012 $207,990 Lot 126 Verdi St. 2 2.0 2011 $229,990 Lot 127 Verdi St. 2 2.0 2012 $235,990 615 Schuma... 11/12/2012

Autumn Ridge, Woodstock, Illinois About Autumn Ridge Autumn Ridge is a single family home subdivision built in the 1990's. Autumn Ridge is located in Woodstock, Illinois off of Northwest Highway and South Street. Average taxes in Autumn Ridge $8,073 Average association fees in Autumn Ridge $0 Average home size in Autumn Ridge 2,434 ft2 Average lot size in Autumn Ridge 0.25 acres Average year built in Autumn Ridge 1997 Homes for sale in Autumn Ridge Address Beds Baths Built Price 1263 Amber Ct. 4 2.2 1996 $279,900 1109 Amber Ct. 4 2.1 1997 $180,000 Sales Summary for Autumn Ridge  (Nov 13, 2011 - Nov 12, 2012) # of Sales Average Days on Market Average List Average Sale Ratio% 2 110 $218,750 $170,750 78.1% Recent home sales in Autumn Ridge Address Beds Baths Sold 1007 Golden Ave. 4 2.1 $16... 11/12/2012

Villas at Bull Valley, Woodstock, Illinois About Villas at Bull Valley Villas at Bull Valley is a golf course community with 62 duplexes built in 2000 by Par Development. Villas at Bull Valley features duplexes with floor plans ranging from 1,812 to 2,242 square feet of living space. Villas at Bull Valley is located on White Oak Lane and Berltsum, off of Galloway in Woodstock, Illinois. Average taxes in Villas at Bull Valley $7,732 Average association fees in Villas at Bull Valley $300 ($150 - $450) Average home size in Villas at Bull Valley 2,598 ft2 Average lot size in Villas at Bull Valley 0.00 acres Average year built in Villas at Bull Valley 2000 Homes for sale in Villas at Bull Valley Address Beds Baths Built Price 1401 Boulder Ln. 3 3.1 2000 $299,000 11122 Berltsum Ln. 3 2.1 2000... 08/05/2012

3rd Annual Helping Our Heroes Motorcycle Run Saturday, July 28 2012 100 Mile Group Ride START and FINISH: WOODSTOCK HARLEY-DAVIDSON at 2050 S. Eastwood Drive (Rt. 47), Woodstock, IL. REGISTRATION: 9:00 am to 11:00 am 1st BIKE OUT: 10:30 am LAST GROUP OUT: 11:30 am REGISTRATION FEE: $25 Rider and Passenger $15 From the HelpingOurHeroes.org website: Helping Our Heroes™ is a program sponsored by the MORe Charitable Foundation dedicated to raising money to help active duty Illinois Military Personnel, Veterans, Fire Fighters, and Police Officers facing residential-expense related hardships. Many Illinois Military and Public Service personnel face financial difficulties, including foreclosure and eviction from their residences. Though loved ones are trying to help, the expenses are often be... 07/19/2012

Just sold as buyers agent 331 Becking Avenue in Woodstock!  This property appraised $13,000 more than it sold for. If you are in the market to buy or sell a home anytime soon call me.  We may discuss your needs and find out how to get you the best deal as either buyer or seller.  It may or may not be the best time to buy or sell your home.  Let's talk about your specific situation. If you are upside down on your home and need help, call me.  We may discuss how to gracefully exit your home with the least amount of pain. I look forward to helping you with your real estate needs.             09/13/2011

Just sold as buyers agent 331 Becking Avenue in Woodstock!  This property appraised $13,000 more than it sold for. If you are in the market to buy or sell a home this Fall call me.  We may discuss your needs and find out how to get you the best deal as either buyer or seller. If you are upside down on your home and need help, call me.  We may discuss how to gracefully exit your home with the least amount of pain. I look forward to helping you with your real estate needs.             09/06/2011

Fair Diddley is an old time craft show with over 300 juried crafters and artist. Fair Diddley® 2011 will be held on Sunday, May 15th from 10am - 5pm, on theHistoric Woodstock SquareParking and Admission is Free.Shuttle buses will be available to take patrons to and from the Woodstock Square. Shuttle buses will pick-up from the west end of the Government Center parking lot and drop-off at the corner of Calhoun and Johnson Streets, just outside the Woodstock Square. Shuttles will run from 10:00AM until 5:00PM every 10 minutes. There is no fee for the shuttle service. It is sponsored by the Mental Health Resource League for Mchenry County. MHRL is a non profit 501c3 organization that raises funds for grants for Mental Health agencies in Mchenry County.   Date: May 15, 2011 Time: 10:00 AMPl... 05/12/2011

Homes In Historic Downtown Woodstock Illinois Well I made it to Woodstock in good time with no snow to slow me down, however, it is snowing now...it's beautiful and I miss it.  I also miss being able to just log on and visit my AR friends and these trips make that a little difficult.  The worst is reading on my Droid all the comments left at my posts and not being able to respond...at least until now.  Currently I'm at the mercy of the Woodstock Public Library which is closed...on to plan "B"...Starbucks.  Actually, this is my first Internet visit to Starbucks and it's not as bad as I thought it would be...after all everyone else here has a computer...wow how coffee shops have changed.   Earlier this morning I drove around historic Down town Woodstock and thought I'd share some photo's ... 12/24/2010

Woodstock Illinois...My Last Look At The Neighborhood. On my last day in Woodstock I thought I'd take a couple of photos's looking out the front and back door of my home there just as a reminder and to show you why I miss it so much.  Now these are not views like Craig Rutman had on his Thanksgiving trip to Florida, but still it's home to me and just as peaceful.  The next time I visit home there will probably be several inches of snow that always make for great photo opps.  Hope everyone had a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving. View out my front door. View out the back Looking north. Looking south Okay, sunny Florida it's not and I would have had a great time with Craig in Florida, but home is where the heart is and the heart was in Woodstock Illinois this Thanksgiving Day. If you need a... 11/28/2010

When You Find Something That Works...Stick With It...My thankful plug for Swedish Car Specialists Just like in real estate, when you find a plan that works...stick with it.  When you find an agent or business partner that act in your best interest, share your ethics...stick with them.  As many of you know I've taken a trip north to Woodstock Illinois for Turkey day, home maintenance and car repairs.  Why the strange intro???  Because about 30 years ago a man named Randy Keller worked on my first old Volvo and because of his honesty and high skill level I've stayed with him ever since.  Randy Keller and Lester Fahlgren owners of Swedish Car Specialist Inc. in Schaumburg Illinois are knowledgeable, honest and share the same work ethics that I have.  If you are a Volvo Nut...Swedish Car Sp... 11/24/2010

As a buyer you may be wondering, "Is it really worth my time to pursue a distressed property?" Foreclosures and Short Sale Homes continue to be the hot topics these days.  Purchasing one of these proerties can present multiple challenges that is not found when closing on a typical home. Is it really worth your time? I have had quite a few clients approach me about buying one of these homes.  There is some information I put together below that you may find helpful as you consider whether or not this is right for you. You will need a lot of patience as these can range from being a big time fixer upper to being in great condition.  They can also receive multiple offers which drives up the price and take a long time to close.  It's also quite possible that the lender can decide to sell it t... 04/05/2010

As a buyer you may be wondering, "Is it really worth my time to pursue a distressed property?" Foreclosures and Short Sale Homes continue to be the hot topics these days.  Purchasing one of these proerties can present multiple challenges that is not found when closing on a typical home. Is it really worth your time? I have had quite a few clients approach me about buying one of these homes.  There is some information I put together below that you may find helpful as you consider whether or not this is right for you. You will need a lot of patience as these can range from being a big time fixer upper to being in great condition.  They can also receive multiple offers which drives up the price and take a long time to close.  It's also quite possible that the lender can decide to sell it t... 04/05/2010

As a buyer you may be wondering, "Is it really worth my time to pursue a distressed property?" Foreclosures and Short Sale Homes continue to be the hot topics these days.  Purchasing one of these proerties can present multiple challenges that is not found when closing on a typical home. Is it really worth your time? I have had quite a few clients approach me about buying one of these homes.  There is some information I put together below that you may find helpful as you consider whether or not this is right for you. You will need a lot of patience as these can range from being a big time fixer upper to being in great condition.  They can also receive multiple offers which drives up the price and take a long time to close.  It's also quite possible that the lender can decide to sell it t... 04/05/2010

The Ponds of Bull Valley subdivision is located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago in Woodstock, Illinois off McConnell Road and Route 47. Located close to the Square and famous for the filming of Groundhog Day with Bill Murray. Models range in square footage from 1,656 to 2,870 with 3-4 bedrooms. All models offer 3 car garages with city water and sewer. The neighborhood amenities include a public park with playground, basketball, and tennis court. The Ponds named for its proximity adjacent to the Bull Valley Golf Club offers homes on a quarter acre, many backing to parkways, ponds, or the fairways of Bull Valley’s prestigious golf course... Homes Sold in 2009: 7 Average Sales Price in 2009: $220,285 Homes Currently for sale: 4 Average Asking Price: $308,425 Are you interested in Buyin... 02/20/2010

Attention Homeowners: If your home is not currently listed and you hope to get your home sold this Spring, NOW is the time to put your home on the market.  Traditionally in our area homesellers have waited until AFTER the Superbowl to list for the Spring market.  But this year is different. Why? 1. Homebuyers have a great incentive to LOOK EARLY this year. Perhaps you've heard of the $8,000 tax credit for 1st time homebuyers.  This credit expires at midnight on April 30, 2010.  For any 1st time homebuyer who has NOT Contracted to buy a home by this date, THEIR TIME IS UP! 2. Homesellers have a great incentive to LIST EARLY this year. Perhaps you've heard of the $6,500 tax credit incentive for long-time Homeowners.  This credit also expires at midnight on April 30, 2010.  This means that... 01/30/2010

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 MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE 2007 PONDS OF BULL VALLEY EVENTSNovemberCanned Food Drive for McHenry County Programs  Here is a list of top 20 items needed at the food pantry.coffee (reg & decaf) - evaporated milk - juice - spaghetti sauce  - canned fruit (peaches, pears, fruit cocktail) - dry pasta (spaghetti,elbow,eggnoodles) - canned pasta (ravioli,spaghettio's,etc) - pancake mix/syrup - canned meat/meal (chili,stew,ham,hash,etc) - sugar (4-5 lbs) - oil (any kind) - flour - shampoo - dish soap - laundry detergent - toothpaste - toilet paper (4/pack or single) - kleenex tissue - diapers (any size) - napkins Driveway pick up at 8am on the November 21st         (Feel free to place in bag for pick up - call 815-382-2957 if you wish to participate)  11/16/2007

 What's new in the real estate market in Woodstock! Bill & Luanne Hauck with Remax Unlimited Northwest  present     "The Ponds Of Bull Valley".           New construction at a very affordable price. Here's what's available right now in the Pond's including  NEW CONSTRUCTION.     Mls#                Address                              Zip     Price     Bedr     BathsACTV 06560157   2001    SERENITY LN               98    279,900    3      2.1 ACTV 06559684   2213    SERENITY LN               98    294,925    3      2.0 ACTV 06536711   2114    GREENVIEW DR           98    300,000    4      2.1ACTV 06479750   2029    GREENVIEW DR           98    304,900    4      2.1 ACTV 06512334   2106    PRESWICK                 98    304,900    4      2.1 ACTV 06540993   2300    SERENITY LN           ... 07/17/2007

Most home inspections occur at the time a home is bought or sold. Buyer-seller inspections may assure that a home is suitable for sale or purchase, but buyer-seller inspections don't prevent natural wear-and-tear on a home. Even after the closing contract is signed, the structural and mechanical systems of a home continue to deteriorate.· The average family occupies a home for eleven years. This means that there are eleven years of damage that accrue on the home from normal usage, obsolecense of building materials, obsolecense of mechanical systems, inclement weather, and more.· Heat causes building materials to expand. As building materials expand due to extreme or continuous exposure to heat (such as from the Sun), those materials can, and often will, twist, warp, bend, pull apart, an... 03/27/2007