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Mortgage rates are coming down — and homebuyers are ready to pounce

By Abha Bhattarai, Rachel Siegel
Sep 20, 2024 1:41 pm - For Americans mulling a home purchase, this week’s interest rate cut meant just one thing: It’s time to get back in the game. The Federal Reserve lowered interest rates b...
Violation fines should come after written notice and hearing

By David M. Bendoff
Sep 19, 2024 6:00 pm - Is your board handling violation fines properly? Illinois law allows the board to levy a fine for a violation of the declaration or rules, after providing written notice of a violation and an opportunity for a hearing. Further, the decision to levy a fine must be made at an open board meeting.
Bathroom lighting options can save money

By James Dulley
Sep 19, 2024 4:40 pm - People don’t often think about lighting and efficiency when it comes to bathroom remodeling, it is as important a factor as installing the proper vanity or plumbing fixtures.
10 fall garden tasks to help you prepare for winter

By Kate Morgan
Sep 18, 2024 12:18 am - As the growing season winds down, it’s time to think about cleaning up your garden before winter weather arrives. But there’s more to it than stripping away this year’s plants and removing leaves and branches.
Home and garden calendar, Sept. 22-28

Sep 17, 2024 11:50 pm - Flower shows, house walks, garden talks and more.
Negative space is the secret to a nicer looking home

By Dina Cheney
Sep 17, 2024 11:34 pm - There’s magic in negative space, the empty areas around objects like furniture, art and accessories. Areas of blankness lets focal points shine, adds interest and allows spaces to breathe. Get more tips from interior design pros.
No water service during home inspection

By Barry Stone
Sep 17, 2024 10:36 pm - For a home inspector to inspect a home completely, the water service needs to be functional.
How to choose flowers resistant to animal nibbles

By Tim Johnson
Sep 17, 2024 9:35 pm - Many gardeners have issues with deer and rabbits browsing their gardens. To prevent this, choose flowers that don’t attract these animals.
Dispute between neighbors over beehive leads to calls for regulations in Geneva

By Brenda Schory
Sep 17, 2024 1:17 pm - Geneva City Council members have been asked to regulate beekeeping after a dispute between neighbors.
Mortgage rates just fell again. Here’s what you need to know.

Scott Sowers
Sep 15, 2024 5:22 am - Mortgage rates fell on Thursday to their lowest level since April 2023 — 6.2% for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, down from 6.35% a week before, according to Freddie Mac.That’s a sharp drop from the high of 7.8% recorded last October and welcome news for would-be home buyers who have been priced out of the property market, as well as homeowners who bought at high rates and are eager to refinance.

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