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746 Kennedy Dr, Antioch IL 60002. An impeccable home for an unbelievable price! Call for an appointment to see today!

Elizabeth Splitt | Keller Williams Realty | 847-987-4941 746 Kennedy Dr, Antioch, IL 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $254,900 Year Built 2006 Sq Footage 2,160 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 3,650 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month   DESCRIPTION If you are looking for a larger home and not a larger price tag-then this is it! All repainted in neutral decor. Family room has a gas fireplace. The huge kitchen has an eating area as well. The first floor also has a den/office. The four bedrooms and two full bathrooms can be found on the second floor. The second floor also features a game room and office nook. The master bedroom has a sitting area as well as a private master bathroom. The master bathroom has his and her vanities and a walk in closet. This home also has a true 2.5 car garage and a private backyard!   see additional photos below    PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Fireplace - Walk-in closet - Family room - Living room - Office/Den - Dining room - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Attic - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area - inside - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard       COMMUNITY FEATURES - Garage parking         OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES - Impeccable Home-Unbelievable Price     ADDITIONAL PHOTOS 746 Kennedy Dr Family Room w/fireplace Living Room Dining Room Office/Den Kitchen   Contact info: Elizabeth Splitt Keller Williams Realty 847-987-4941 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: May 28, 2010, 7:06am PDT

Price Improvement!!!

Reduced from $239,500 to $229,900! Call for an appointment today!

Elizabeth Splitt | Keller Williams Realty | 847-987-4941 4528 Swallowtail St, Waukegan, IL 3BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $229,900 Year Built 1996 Sq Footage 2,850 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 2,850 sqft HOA/Maint $90 per month   DESCRIPTION Beautiful three bedroom and 2.5 bathrooms. 60% of the basement is finished with shelved storage rooms. The family room, dining room and guest bathroom all have pergo flooring. All appliances are in great condition. This home is in the Pleasant Hill subdivision, and has a private pool, secured gated entrance, fully fenced in backyard with a full size deck! Easy access to the North and South tollways, and Priced for todays market!   see additional photos below    PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - High/Vaulted ceiling - Family room - Living room - Dining room - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Basement - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area - inside - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard     COMMUNITY FEATURES - Swimming pool(s) - Playground       OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES - Gurnee Schools & Easy Interstate Access!     ADDITIONAL PHOTOS 4528 Swallowtail Backyard Deck Nearby Park Photo 5   Contact info: Elizabeth Splitt Keller Williams Realty 847-987-4941 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: May 25, 2010, 7:10pm PDT

We will be holding an open house at 614 Filly Lane, Grayslake on Saturday May 29th from 12-2pm. Come and visit us at this exceptional home in Saddlebrook Farms (an over 55 community)

See you there.

Price Improvement!!! Reduced from $297,900 to $275,000!!! Call for more information or an appointment to see today!

Elizabeth Splitt | Keller Williams Realty | 847-987-4941 778 Oakmeadow Ct, Grayslake, IL 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $275,000 Year Built 1995 Sq Footage 2,419 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking 3 Car garage Lot Size 5,875 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month   DESCRIPTION This one has it all! Cul-de-sac location! 3 Car garage. Formal living and dining area. Kitchen with granite, island, eating area and more. Great open family room. Four bedrooms on the second floor. master bedroom with walk in closet. Master bathroom with his and hers sinks, seperate shower and soaking tub. Finished basement with two recreation areas and seperate work out room. Large fenced backyard with patio, gazebo and hot tub! Wow!   see additional photos below    PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - High/Vaulted ceiling - Family room - Living room - Bonus/Rec room - Dining room - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Granite countertop - Basement - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area - inside - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard - Jacuzzi/Whirlpool     COMMUNITY FEATURES - Playground         ADDITIONAL PHOTOS 778 Oakmeadow Ct Living/Dining Room Kitchen Family Room Den Recreational Room Contact info: Elizabeth Splitt Keller Williams Realty 847-987-4941 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: May 18, 2010, 6:41am PDT

How To Show Your Home For Maximum Profit

      There’s a right way to show a home…and a wrong way.  Many homeowners lose money, or turn-off buyers because they simply didn’t know how to handle a home showing.  Here are 13 tips that will help you show your home for maximum profit:

Tip #32:  Save those receipts.  If you completed any substantial work on your home, save the receipts and ONLY take them out if someone questions the value of the work performed (in the negotiating process).  Many times extra work will increase the value of your home beyond your costs.  So only use the receipts if you need support to justify the work.

Tip #33: Save those utility bills.  Buyers frequently have questions about utility costs of owning a home.  If you have past utility bills, you will greatly increase your credibility and help provide precise answer

Tip #34:  Go away during organized showings.  Three’s a crowd when your home is being shown.  The only exception to this rule is if you have specific knowledge about features of the home a Realtor cannot answer.  But in most cases, don’t stay.

Tip #35:  Turn on ALL lights.  Illumination is like a welcome sign. 

Tip #36: Open all drapery and bring in as much natural light as possible.  Buyers hate dark homes.  Anything you can do to brighten your home will help.

Tip #37:  Turn off any radios and TV’s.  Turn off the football game.  Tell the kids that the loud music will need a reprieve while the home is being shown.  Occasionally very soft, background music can enhance a showing.  But generally, no music at all is your best bet. 

Tip #38: Plan a pleasant aroma.  Cinnamon sticks or vanilla boiled in a pot of water on the stove emit pleasant aromas and make a home smell inviting.  Apple and cherry wood smoldering in a fireplace do the same.  And who can resist the smell of apple pie or fresh bread baking in the kitchen.  Often, these pleasant smells can override other odors your home may have.

Tip #39: Keep pets out of the home during showings.  It’s best to keep them out of the home for an entire day before an open house.

Tip #40:  Do NOT volunteer conversation.  Be courteous but don’t force conversation with a potential buyer.  They want to inspect your home, not make a social call.

Tip #41:  Stay positive:  Never apologize for the appearance of your home.  Let the showing Realtor answer any objections – they’re trained to know how.

Tip #42:  DO NOT Tag Along.  It makes buyers fearful and uncomfortable.  The showing Realtor knows the buyer’s requirements and can better emphasize the features of your home.  They will call you if needed.

Tip #43:  Never negotiate during a showing.  Let your Realtor discuss price, terms, possessions, and other items with any potential buyers.  If any negotiations arise prior to an offer, politely request the buyer to submit an offer and you can consider it.

Tip #44:  Protect  Your Largest Investment By Getting REALTOR^® Representation

Someone with vast experience and extraordinary professionalism usually costs the same as someone with little or no experience, or with compromising standards.  You need to know how to tell the difference up front. 

Choosing a competent and experienced realtor can mean the difference between a higher negotiated sales price and losing money, selling in less time or in more time (costing you potentially $1,000’s in added interest), and experiencing problems and hassles or a problem-free transaction.

Our community is loaded with agents who are wrong for you, your area, and your home.  Some agents are in business part time for a little extra cash.  Others are subsidizing other businesses or careers.  And then there’s your “cousin Harry,” whom you feel obligated to because he “really needs your business.”

Selling your home is probably the most important financial transaction you will ever make. That’s why I take my business so seriously.  It’s also why I have developed customized home marketing programs meant specifically for your situation. Just give us a call to learn more at 847-987-4941

The Interior Of Your Home!

      There’s a little known secret about home buyers that you need to know.  People buy homes based on the emotional FEELINGS they get from the home.  They fall in love, for example, with the kitchen or the master bedroom.  Or perhaps the roaring fire in the family room fireplace touched off an old memory.

      And while they’re viewing your home, they’re visualizing in their mind’s eye what it would be like to live there – the backyard barbecues they’ll host…Sunday dinners with family…college graduation celebrations of their children.  Or simply relaxing in the backyard hammock.

 It’s all about emotions.  And if your home doesn’t feel right, you will quickly lose interest from buyers.

 So remember this: Purchase decisions are EMOTIONAL.  Once a decision to buy is made, we usually justify our purchase with logical reasons. 

 By dressing the interior of your home right, you’ll encourage your buyers to stay.  People buy with their eyes, ears and noses, and the longer they stay in your home, the greater the likelihood of an offer.

Here are 18 interior tips to help you “dress” the interior of your house so it feels like home to your buyers.

 Tip #14: The entry way sets first impressions.  So make sure it’s in great condition with fresh paint and clean floors.  If the entry tile floor has build-up, consider using a commercial stripper and re-waxing.

Tip #15: Clear out about one-third to one-half of your furniture.  You want your home to look uncluttered, and the rooms to feel open and bright.  The average home has too much furniture for showing, and you need to move anyhow.  So you might as well pack away any furniture that clutters any rooms in the home.

Tip #16: Put away nick-knacks and items that make the home look overly personal to YOU.  You do not want your buyer feeling that they would never fit in the home because it has so many of your personal items in it.  Put away cluttered photos and other objects that will detract away from the home.

Tip #17: Do a thorough interior maintenance review.  Oil squeaky doors, tighten doorknobs, clean and repair ALL windows, and repair leaking taps and toilets.  Look for chipped paint and cracked plaster or drywall that needs repairing.

Tip #18: It is a good idea to have all windows professionally washed.  And clean all window shades and blinds. 

Tip #19: Replace all burned-out light bulbs and clean lighting fixtures.

Tip #20: GIVE YOUR HOME A SPACIOUS LOOK.  If you’ve ever toured a model home, you’ve noticed that the home is spacious and bright.  Make your home look the same by: 1) Clear out stairs and halls of clutter and excess furniture, 2) Clear counters in the kitchen and bathrooms, and 3) Make closets and storage areas neat and tidy.

 Tip #21: Make sure your home is clean by doing the following:  1) Shampoo carpets, 2) Clean washer, dryer, and laundry tubs, 3) Clean the furnace, 4) Clean the refrigerator and stove, 5) Clean and freshen the bathrooms.  Hire a professional cleaning service if needed.  The money you spend on these areas will come back to you in purchase price.

 Tip #22: Wax or polish floors, and glue down any seems if you have vinyl flooring.

 Tip #23: Make sure windows and doors operate properly and lubricate closet door tracks with a silicon spray.

 Tip #24:  Glue loose wallpaper seams and remove soiled wallpaper.

 Tip #25: Clean around fireplaces and remove ashes.

 Tip #26: Organize all closets, pack up unnecessary items for storage, and put all toys away.

 Tip #27:  Make sure all beds are made, bedrooms are neat and clean, and laundry is clean and folded.

 Tip #28:  Consider holding a yard sale BEFORE you place your home on the market to get rid of excess items that can make your home look cluttered or small.

 Bathrooms and kitchen are some of the most influential areas of a home.  Spending a small amount of money in these areas frequently nets owners many times their investment.  Here are a few suggestions for each.

 Tip #29:  Your Bathrooms.  Repair loose tiles.  Remove loose grout using a grout file, and apply new grout.  Faded tile colors can be improved using an epoxy spray.  Remove old tub and tile caulking with a hooked scraper, install new white silicone tub, and tile caulk.  Concentrate on areas such as counter corners, shower corners, and base of toilet.  Clean mildewed caulk by spraying Tilex, or use diluted chlorine bleach and let stand for at least 30 minutes before rinsing.  Old tubs can often be sprayed with an epoxy coating.  Remove all soap scum and dirt build-ups.  Again, diluted chlorine bleach will help here.  Clean glass doors with vinegar, and replace badly soiled shower curtains.  Don’t forget to vacuum exhaust fans.

 Tip #30:  Your Kitchen.  Clean ovens thoroughly.  Clean cook tops and exhaust fans.  Remember to clean behind your appliances.  Double-check all burners to make sure they’re working.  Defrost freezers, and thoroughly clean the interior of your refrigerator.  Remove mold from refrigerator gaskets.  Empty the water collection tray under the refrigerator.  Neatly arrange soaps and cleaning accessories.  Thoroughly wash fronts of cabinets using Murphy’s Oil Soap or Pine Sol.  Cover counter burns with ceramic tile or heat resistant glass.  Make sure all handles are securely in place.  Install new shelf and drawer liners.

Tip # 31: Save your receipts.  If you need to make substantial repairs to your home, save the receipts in a manila envelope.  This will show what has been updated in the home.

If you are ready to list your home give us a call at 847-987-4941. We will "leave the lights on" as they say.

When you are thinking about getting your home on the market and ready to sell in Lake County Illinois, pay attention to the exterior of the home. This is the first impression you are going to give the buyers.   

Overall, buyers are looking for a home that looks clean, neat, and well-maintained.  By addressing exterior issues, you immediately give your buyers a positive “first impression.” 

Here are 13 first impression items to examine:

Tip #1: Get into your car and drive away from your home.  Drive towards your home the way a potential buyer would.  Notice your first impressions of your home. Is the landscaping well groomed?  How about the driveway and curb?  Can you easily see the architecture of the home, or is it blocked by trees and bushes.  Notice your roof.  Is it in good condition?  Make a list of items that need attention.

Tip #2: Paint your front door and mailbox.  Polish your door and entry hardware.

Tip #3: Make sure your doorbell is functional.

Tip #4: Wash or thoroughly clean wood, aluminum, and vinyl sided homes.  You can hire a contractor to pressure wash an entire house for about $200.  Pressure washing can remove dirt, grime, peeling paint, and mildew.

Tip #5: Rake leaves, trim shrubbery and trees, cut the lawn, and plant a few new, fresh flowers.  Put down fresh mulch or peat moss around shrubs and flower beds.

Tip #6: Sweep and hose off the walkways and driveways.  Pressure wash if necessary.

Tip #7: Clean the gutters and extend downspouts to prevent flooding or basement water seepage.

Tip #8: Organize the garage.  Get rid of clutter by either putting it in boxes, or pack ahead of time and rent a storage locker for your garage belongings.  Make sure you wash your car.

Tip #9: Check the locks of your home at both the entry, back entry, and garage.  Locks can give a first impression of a home that needs maintenance.  And they’re the first thing a buyer sees.  A small dab of graphite will make them work like new.

Tip #10: Clean oil stains from your driveway and garage.  This is best achieved by using poultice with Portland cement.  Scrub with a detergent and rinse.  Clean rust stains beneath rails with the commercial product, Zud.

Tip #11: Clean up any litter in the yard or walkways.  Remove any leaves or debris in the yard or walkways. 

Tip #12: Touch-up the paint on the exterior of the home if necessary.  In some cases, it pays to repaint the entire exterior if it hasn’t received a coat of paint in years.  Hardwood trim on the exterior of the home can make or break its appearance.  Make sure it looks clean.

Tip #13: Look for any cracks in exterior plaster, and make sure they’re fixed and repainted to match exterior paint.

The second part of the this series looks at the interior of your home. Learn how to create emotion and attract the buyer as the second step into selling your Lake County home.
If you are ready to sell your home and need some more advice give us a call at 847-987-4941

Price Improvement!!!

New Price $239,500. Call Pam for details and appointment today! 847-840-8565

Elizabeth Splitt | Keller Williams Realty | 847-987-4941 4528 Swallowtail St, Waukegan, IL 3BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $239,500 Year Built 1996 Sq Footage 2,850 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 2,850 sqft HOA/Maint $90 per month   DESCRIPTION Beautiful three bedroom and 2.5 bathrooms. 60% of the basement is finished with shelved storage rooms. The family room, dining room and guest bathroom all have pergo flooring. All appliances are in great condition. This home is in the Pleasant Hill subdivision, and has a private pool, secured gated entrance, fully fenced in backyard with a full size deck! Easy access to the North and South tollways, and Priced for todays market!   see additional photos below    PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - High/Vaulted ceiling - Family room - Living room - Dining room - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Basement - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area - inside - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard     COMMUNITY FEATURES - Swimming pool(s) - Playground       OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES - Gurnee Schools & Easy Interstate Access!     ADDITIONAL PHOTOS 4528 Swallowtail Backyard Deck Nearby Park Photo 5   Contact info: Elizabeth Splitt Keller Williams Realty 847-987-4941 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: May 15, 2010, 7:31am PDT

The Way You Live In A Home And The Way You Sell A Home Are TWO Very Different Things!

Each year thousands of homeowners unnecessarily lose money when they sell their homes. They don’t lose money because someone took advantage of them. And they don’t lose money because it wasn’t “marketed” well.

Even Seasoned Homeowners Lose Thousands of Dollars Because They Didn’t Know About The Important Factors
That Influence The Value Of Their Homes

If you desire to sell your home for top dollar, and in your time frame, you need to do two things: 1) Get control of your personal emotions about your home, and 2) Place yourself in the shoes of potential buyers. Look at your home the way they would, and make it appealing in the right areas.

I know that putting your “homeowner emotions” aside may be tough to do. But doing so will help you to position your home to sell for top dollar, and in your time frame.

After all, selling your home is very different from any other financial transaction. Your house isn’t just a “thing.” It’s your HOME!

It’s the place where you raised your children. The place where you hold countless family memories…Thanksgiving dinners, family reunions, birthdays, anniversaries and more. It’s the place where you solved problems over the kitchen table late at night.

So it’s no surprise that selling your home may involve a bit of sadness, fear…or even excitement for the next move in your life.

Try not to let these emotions get in the way of a prudent sale. The tips and suggestions in this report will help.

Here Are Six Problems Your Home May Have That Can Instantly Turn Buyers Off

Potential buyers are much more likely to return to a home that impresses them at first glance, while homes that appear disorderly or poorly maintained seldom sustain buyer interest.

1. Home Odors. Because homeowners become desensitized to the odors in their homes, they rarely realize how obvious odors can be to visitors. This is particularly true of pet owners and smokers.

2. Carpet and Flooring. One of the most visible areas of your home is your flooring. If your carpet is worn or dirty, get it replaced or cleaned. If you have vinyl flooring with corners coming up, get it glued down. Special note: Replacing flooring in smaller areas, such as kitchens, with high quality flooring can bring in premiums in price.

3. Paint and Walls. Paint is one of the least expensive ways to “spruce-up” your home. Consider painting outside trim and interior walls and doors.

4. Clutter. Excess clutter is a big buyer turn-off. You have to move anyway, so you might as well pack away items that make your home feel good to you, but turn off buyers. This includes nick-knacks, furniture, pictures, wall hangings, plants, etc.

5. Signs of Pests. If you have any sign of mice, rats, roaches, spiders, or bees, you should immediately contact a local pest control company and have them eliminated. There’s no better way to show your home is filthy than by infestations. Remove all spider webs with a broom.

6. Landscaping. If your landscaping is messy, overgrown, or looks cluttered in any way, you need to fix it. Buyers make positive or negative conclusions about your home within the first five minutes. Don’t lose the battle before you’ve even begun.

To learn more check out our three part series of simple, quick and inespensive things you can do to prepare your home for sale. The first in the series is about selling the exterior of the home, second selling the interior of the home, and third how to show your home for maximum profit.

To find out more about selling your home please give us a call at 847-987-4941!

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Price Improvement!!

Reduced from $183,500 to $179,500. Call for an appointment to see today!

Elizabeth Splitt | Keller Williams Realty | 847-987-4941 231 Rodeo Dr, Grayslake, IL 2BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $179,500 Year Built 2005 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $550 per month   DESCRIPTION Beautiful almost new home in Saddlebrook Farms. Large eat in kitchen. Spacious porch for warm spring eveings ahead. Large master bedroom suite with walk-in closet and bathroom with full shower. Private study just off the master bedroom. Nice sized second bedroom or office/den. Kitchen includes all appliances. Living room/dining room combination. Enjoy the clubhouse, meetings and the lake. Come see and stay.   see additional photos below    PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Living room - Office/Den - Dining room - Breakfast nook - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Attic - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area - inside - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard         COMMUNITY FEATURES - Garage parking - Clubhouse - Lake     OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES - Dock Community & Water Rights     ADDITIONAL PHOTOS 231 Rodeo Living Room Eating Area Dining Room Den Deck   Contact info: Elizabeth Splitt Keller Williams Realty 847-987-4941 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: May 13, 2010, 6:56am PDT

Price Improvement!! Reduced from 185,500 to 183,500. Call for an appointment today!

Elizabeth Splitt | Keller Williams Realty | 847-987-4941 231 Rodeo Dr, Grayslake, IL 2BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $183,500 Year Built 2005 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $550 per month   DESCRIPTION Beautiful almost new home in Saddlebrook Farms. Large eat in kitchen. Spacious porch for warm spring eveings ahead. Large master bedroom suite with walk-in closet and bathroom with full shower. Private study just off the master bedroom. Nice sized second bedroom or office/den. Kitchen includes all appliances. Living room/dining room combination. Enjoy the clubhouse, meetings and the lake. Come see and stay.   see additional photos below    PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Living room - Office/Den - Dining room - Breakfast nook - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Attic - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area - inside - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard         COMMUNITY FEATURES - Garage parking - Clubhouse - Lake     OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES - Dock Community & Water Rights     ADDITIONAL PHOTOS 231 Rodeo Living Room Eating Area Dining Room Den Deck   Contact info: Elizabeth Splitt Keller Williams Realty 847-987-4941 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: May 11, 2010, 12:33pm PDT

Are you a seller in trouble? Are you behind in mortgage payments? Here are some of the answers you have been looking for.

A short sale is when the home's current value is less than the mortgage and the closing costs that a seller will incur when selling a house. The seller does not have the funds available to make up the difference. A short sale is different from a foreclosure where the bank takes the necessary steps to take the property from the owner through legal action.

Consider contacting your lender to arrange a loan modification. Your lender may have programs available to help you. You may be able to lower your interest rate for a period of time or the length of your loan. Another option may be to refinance the loan.

If you are not able to do a loan modification or this is not enough to help and you need to sell your home, look for help with an experience Realtor. When you interview agents make sure to ask if they have experience with short sales. Have they taken any classes to learn about the process to help you get through it? There are currently a few designations available to Realtors to learn about what the process is and how to best help a client. You will also need the help of an attorney that has handled short sales before.

You will need to show some sign of distress to the bank. Distress could be loss of a job, divorce, or in some way your income is not great enough to make the payments on the loan.  Gather your information before an offer comes in. You will need to have a distress letter written to the bank explaining your situation, your past two years of your federal taxes that have been filed, along with proof of your assests and income. These will be delivered to the bank once your have an accepted contract with a buyer.

Buyers will need to be prepared to wait for the bank approval. This typically can take anywhere from 2 months to 9 months depending on the lender. Your realtor and attorney will help you along the way. The bank will review the papers and order an appraisal to verify the price of the home compared to the purchase agreement.

The lender has approved the contract and typically will responsd with a time frame to close within. This is usually within 30 days. While going through this process you usually can stay in the home. Make sure your attorney reviews the banks response so you know how the short sale will effect you. They do effect your credit, although less than a foreclosure will. You may also have to pay taxes on the mortgage forgiveness.  Having experience people help is key.

If you have more questions, we can help. We have experience with short sales, foreclosures, and are also CDPE (Certified Distresses Property Expert) certified.

Visit us at Team Splitt and give us a call to learn more.

Price Improvement!!!

Reduced from $240,000 to $230,000

Elizabeth Splitt | Keller Williams Realty | 847-987-4941 947 W Cambridge Ct, Grayslake, IL 3BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $230,000 Year Built 1995 Sq Footage 1,938 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 12,797 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month   DESCRIPTION This beautiful home has a great cul-de-sac location just east of town. The second story entrance brings you through the foyer into the living room and dining room combination. Just a little further brings you to the kitchen, with granite countertops, eating area, planning desk, and breakfast bar. The family room has a stone fireplace to keep you warm in those wintery nights. And a great first laundry room for your convenience. The master bedroom is located on the second floor, with a private bathroom that has a double vanity, and walk-in closet. There are two more bedrooms and another full bathroom on the second floor as well. A full basement, huge fenced yard, and patio top this house off! You will not be disappointed!   see additional photos below    PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Fireplace - Walk-in closet - Family room - Living room - Dining room - Breakfast nook - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Granite countertop - Attic - Basement - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area - inside - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard     COMMUNITY FEATURES - Garage parking - Tennis court(s) - Playground     ADDITIONAL PHOTOS 947 W Cambridge Ct Family Room w/fireplace Living Room Dining Room Kitchen Master Bedroom Contact info: Elizabeth Splitt Keller Williams Realty 847-987-4941 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: May 3, 2010, 6:05pm PDT