recent blog posts from Helen Y. Carlsen
Posted by Helen Y. Carlsen | on June 18, 2009, 3:42 pmWhat is the value of my house in the current Grayslake housing market? It’s a question being asked by a lot of homeowners right now, because the economy has changed a lot in recent years. So if you plan to sell your home in the near future, your first step is getting an estimate of » Read more
Posted by Helen Y. Carlsen | on May 13, 2009, 4:12 pmToday’s real estate environment is considered a strong buyer’s market with more home sellers than buyers. Home prices and interest rates are at the lowest they have been in the last 10 years, so now you can get “more house” for your money than ever before. Real estate continues to be a great investment, but » Read more
Posted by Helen Y. Carlsen | on May 11, 2009, 6:03 pmSometimes spring cleaning involves organizing, polishing floors, and moving furniture to get into those hard to reach places. Whatever your spring cleaning needs are for your home, here’s a list of ideas to start with to make your home shine! Cleaning floors and walls can really make a difference in your home. Clean carpeting and » Read more
Posted by Helen Y. Carlsen | on April 23, 2009, 6:43 pmLocation of Chain O’Lakes: In the northeastern part of the state, predominantly along the western portion of Lake County and partially in the eastern portion of McHenry County. The Chain is near the communities of Fox Lake and Antioch. Related Services: Boat Rentals: Many marinas and the state park concession, located off Wilmot Rd in » Read more
Posted by Helen Y. Carlsen | on April 22, 2009, 5:52 pmThe American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (H.R. 1) increases the first-time home buyer tax credit to $8,000 and eliminates the repayment requirement for buyers who purchase a home between Jan. 1, 2009 and Dec. 1, 2009. A first-time buyer is defined under the tax credit as an individual who has not owned a » Read more