Real Estate
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Scenic location near downtown works for Winfield communityJul 30, 2009 11:00 pm - Two townhouse models at the new Shelburne Crossing community in Winfield hit a home run with buyers at its recent grand opening. The M/I Homes' community, framed by fore...
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Vinyl tile installation is so easy, you'll be flooredJul 30, 2009 11:00 pm - Vinyl floor tiles are an easy way to give a room a whole new look. They are fairly easy to install, tough in most applications and, when you do it yourself, can give you...
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Battle has begun over proposed consumer-protection rulesJul 30, 2009 11:00 pm - WASHINGTON - Health-care reform has drawn most of the attention on Capitol Hill lately, but for homebuyers, sellers and mortgage applicants the legislative ballgame will...
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Foreclosure focus a new trend for real estate brokersJul 28, 2009 11:00 pm - Christian Chase of Naperville wanted to be a stock broker. Instead, he's using his "buy low, sell high" training as a Realtor selling foreclosed residential properties. ...
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Liability exposure is great for inspector who works for wifeJul 25, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. In my area, there is a very successful real estate agent who is married to a home inspector. On all of her listings, she has her husband do the home inspection and th...
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Moisture is the enemy of exterior brick wallsJul 25, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. I am planning to build a new house using brick veneer walls. I like the look of old, recycled bricks. What precautions should I take to make sure the brick wall holds...
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Several books offer great advice for maintaining a first homeJul 25, 2009 11:00 pm - Q. I'm a huge fan of your column and have gotten a lot of great advice from it. I have two questions for you. First, what do you recommend to clear a clogged sinks? Seco...
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Some believe Federal Reserve unsuited as regulatorJul 25, 2009 11:00 pm - A major focus of the Obama proposals to redesign the regulatory system is to bring all the major financial institutions that were implicated in the current financial cri...
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Chandelier lighting: This Southern style travels well
Jul 25, 2009 11:00 pm - NEW ORLEANS - Duke Morgan and Keith Malvitz were strolling through French Quarter antique shops when Morgan spotted the perfect lighting fixture for his big new bathroom...
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Smaller suburb Winfield tucked away amid heavily wooded areasJul 23, 2009 11:00 pm - With a bounty of parks and forest preserves, Winfield is paradise for those who enjoy nature, wildlife and outdoor recreation. More than 20 miles of footpaths and trails...