Real Estate
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The steep costs of living so far apart from each otherMar 29, 2015 7:15 am - WASHINGTON — In strictly economic terms, sprawl is inefficient. Spread people out, and it takes them longer to drive where they need to go, and it costs them more in gas...
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New home's 'noises' won't be easy to silenceMar 29, 2015 1:00 am - Q. We live in a 16-month-old house. There are noises coming from pipes in two areas: the water heater - a few thumps happen each time water starts to flow; and the furna...
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Make overnight guests fell at easeMar 29, 2015 12:01 am - It is common to stress out about hosting overnight visitors, but those living in a confined space seem to worry most. While everyone hopes their small space will provide...
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Delayed closing results in lodging costs for buyersMar 29, 2015 12:00 am - Q. My husband and I recently signed contracts to sell our last home and purchase our current home. Both deals were scheduled to happen on the same day. Our movers were...
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Dist. 211 renames new special-needs buildingMar 28, 2015 7:30 am - Palatine-Schaumburg High School District 211 will start next school year with an additional building to house new and relocated programs serving students and graduates w...
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How to keep cheery colors in check in your homeMar 28, 2015 7:00 am - Usually I groan when I see Easter candy and decorations migrate into the drug and grocery store aisles well before the actual holiday, but not this year. This year, I wa...
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Closed session and executive session are the sameMar 28, 2015 1:00 am - Q. Can you please clarify the difference between a "closed session" and an "executive session" of the board? I know there is a difference between the two and would like ...
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Average family can afford more for homeMar 28, 2015 12:01 am - The average family can now afford nearly 63 percent of homes offered in today's market, according to a recent study. Low interest rates and home prices helped lift housi...
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Mortgage points: a powerful option that is often neglectedMar 28, 2015 12:00 am - What are points? Mortgage points are an upfront payment to the lender, expressed as a percent of the loan amount. For example, one point on a $210,000 loan is $2,100. Po...
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Oak Park family builds a dream kitchenMar 28, 2015 12:00 am - Most homeowners consider the kitchen to be the heart of their home. The kitchen is where daily meals are prepared, stories are shared and memories are made. Thanksgiving...