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2 - Madison County Homes - October, 2011 - TheIntelligencer.com 2205 State Route 157 Edwardsville, IL 62025

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2621 Plaza Drive Highland, IL

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530 Edwardsville Road Troy, IL

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305 Watt, Troy 3 bedroom close to schools!

Move-in ready! $144,900

15 Kensington Dr., Glen Carbon Gorgeous 5 bedroom with remodeled kitchen. $368,000

111 Forest Grove Dr., Glen Carbon 4 bedroom/3 bath with hearth room & large kitchen. $299,999

303 Barnett Drive, Edwardsville 3 bedroom ranch with 2 car garage on large lot. $159,900

666 Chapman St., Edwardsville Charming 2 bedroom bungalow with wood floors. $98,000

7227 Renken, Dorsey 4 bedroom/2 bath with county charm on 1.5 acres! $150,000

418 S. 7th Street, Wood River 3 bedroom/2 bath in great neighborhood. $69,900

2561 Boyle Avenue, Granite City 3 bedroom/1.5 bath all brick with 2 car garage. $94,900

2532 Ruth, Granite City 3 bedroom/2 bath home with interstate access. $110,000

68 S. Meadow Lane, Glen Carbon Completely remodeled 4 bedroom/2 bath. $166,900

4825 Hazel Road, Edwardsville 5 bedroom country living on 2.75 acres +/-. $569,900

68 Lucinda Drive, Glen Carbon 3 bedroom on great, fenced corner lot. $149,900

2213 Hunters Pointe Dr., Granite City 4 bedroom/3 bath custom built in 2007. $175,000

725 St. Louis St., Edwardsville Historically detailed 5 bedroom Victorian home. $240,000

1643 Fountainbleu, Worden Ranch 2 bedroom/2 bath with private deck. $149,000

403 Langdon Street, Alton Spectacular views from this 2 bedroom/2 bath. $72,500

5729 Old Alton/Edw. Rd., Edw. Historic 3 bedroom/2 bath on 5+ acres. $290,000

140 Shadowbrooke, Troy 3 bedroom/2 bath split bedroom with above ground pool. $200,000

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TheIntelligencer.com - October, 2011 - Madison County Homes - 3 2205 State Route 157 Edwardsville, IL 62025

Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

(618) 656-2278 (800) 338-3401

2621 Plaza Drive Highland, IL

(618) 654-1234 (800) 314-6862

530 Edwardsville Road Troy, IL

(618) 667-3404 (800) 342-1411

6300 Pierce, Godfrey Spacious 6 bedroom/3 bath with finished walk-out. $294,000

8 Crimson Court, Glen Carbon 2 story 4 bedroom/3 bath open floor plan. $213,500

608 Garfield Ave., Edwardsville Cozy 3 bedroom/2 bath cottage with upgrades. $169,900

33 Belair Court, Maryville 3 bedroom/2 bath on corner lot with fenced yard. $152,000

210 Washington St., St. Jacob Attractive 1.5 story 3 bedroom/1 bath. Nice lot! $71,900

408 Alderwood, Edwardsville Gorgeous custom built 3 bedroom/3 bath. $233,500

1 Briarwood, Collinsville Immaculate 3 bedroom/1.5 bath with hardwood. $147,000

126 Forest Court, Troy 3 bedroom/3 bath 2137 sq. ft. home on cul-de-sac. $179,900

50 Sunray Drive, Highland Nicely updated 3BR/3BA 2 story brick home main floor laundry. $169,000

537 Coventry, Troy 4 bedroom ranch with space!

Sits on 1 ½ acre corner lot. $299,900

1338 S. Clinton Road, Caseyville 249 Hamel Avenue, Hamel 10.1 acres farm land with Very well maintained 3BR/2BA 2 bedroom home & 55x43 barn. ranch full basement. Agent related. $265,000 $164,500

7355 Hearthstone Blvd., Edw. Exceptional 4BR builder’s personal home built in 2010. Salt water pool. $650,000

308 N. Douglas, St. Jacob “New as old can Get”.

3BA/2BA main floor laundry. $130,000

559 W. Country Lane, Collinsville Great opportunity automotive repair shop 5-bays lifts with separate house. $279,900

75 Sun Court, Highland Great family home!

3BR/3BA ranch w/full bsmt. $160,000

438 Reid, Troy 3BR/2BA w/sunroom & 2-car gar.

Fenced yard. $147,900

156 Blue Bell Lane, Highland Fantastic custom 4 bedroom/ 5 bath home on 2.5 acres +/-. $380,000

913 Copper Ridge, Maryville Nice 3BR/3BA ranch finished bsmt. Main floor laundry. $164,900

4 Foxboro Court, Troy Exceptional ranch on 2 acres. 3-car gar., walkout bsmt, tiered deck, nice landscape. $288,900

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4 - Madison County Homes - October, 2011 - TheIntelligencer.com 2205 State Route 157 Edwardsville, IL 62025

Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

(618) 656-2278 (800) 338-3401

2621 Plaza Drive Highland, IL

(618) 654-1234 (800) 314-6862

530 Edwardsville Road Troy, IL

(618) 667-3404 (800) 342-1411

30 Foxmoor Drive, Maryville Exceptional 4BR/4BA 2 story on cul-de-sac. Custom upgrades. $315,000

30 Ginger Lake Dr. S., Glen Carbon 618 Goldfinch, Troy Nice 3BR brick ranch Villa w/frpl, sunroom, Charming New England style 2 story. community pool, & tennis courts.

Beautiful interior finishes. Wooded lot. $178,000 $199,900

7 Hill Valley, Pocahontas Custom ranch w/finished lower level. Highland School District. $269,900

3 East Huntington, Maryville 4 bedroom 3 full baths finished lower level with 3-car garage. $272,500

2145 Hidden Creek, St. Jacob 4 bedroom, 3 bath atrium ranch on over 1 ½ acres. Triad Schools. $372,000

9017 East Kirsch, Troy Beautiful 5BR/4BA custom ranch on 2.27 acres w/upgrades. Triad Schools. $323,900

973 Lakewood, Troy Beautiful 2 story 5BR/3BA home with in-ground pool & fish pond. $229,000

628 East Main, Collinsville 4BR 2+ garage freshly painted new carpet in most rooms. Agent related. $121,500

1501 Malia, St. Jacob Gorgeous custom 1½ story 5BR/3BA, oak cabinets & floors. 3-car gar. $479,900

800 Westwood, Maryville Great Condo Living! 3BR/2 BA 2-car garage. Open floor plan. $125,500

8924 Wendell Creek, St. Jacob Unique craftsman style 1 ½ story dramatic great-room 5BR/4BA fin. LL. $325,000

960 Wagon Trail Court, Troy Price Reduced! 4BR/3BA, family room w/wet bar, fireplace, & large yard. $169,900

437 Spring Street, Collinsville Beautifully remodeled home new HVAC, water heater, gutters, windows. $119,900

6 Mackinac Court, Highland Exquisite! Custom brick 4BR dream home/gorgeous 2+ac. $649,900

33 Deer Run East, Pocahontas Fantastic 1-owner 5BR with many updates on 2 ac (+/-). $325,000

1321 Old Trenton Road, Highland Original charm/modern conveniences.

4BR on 2 lots in sought-after location. $269,000

270 Canterbury, Highland Updates just added! Lovely quality built 4BR/lake lot. $199,900

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1767 State Route 160, Highland Fabulous porch welcomes you to this spacious 4BR/5+ ac. $319,500

RR2 St. Rt. 40, Mulberry Grove 21 ac (+/-) unique horse property/ inviting home/pond. $246,500

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TheIntelligencer.com - October, 2011 - Madison County Homes - 5 2205 State Route 157 Edwardsville, IL 62025

Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

(618) 656-2278 (800) 338-3401

2621 Plaza Drive Highland, IL

(618) 654-1234 (800) 314-6862

530 Edwardsville Road Troy, IL

(618) 667-3404 (800) 342-1411

24 Black Oak Drive, Highland Lovely 3BR, 3BA brick ranch on a cul-de-sac lot. $195,000

3048 Grotefendt Road, Marine Nicely rehabbed 3BR/approx 2 ac (+/-) with outbuildings. $189,000

3435 Pierland, Pocahontas Beautiful split BR ranch/approx ½ ac. Easy I-70 Access. $179,900

325 Hampton Court, Highland Spacious 3BR/lg rooms & extensive landscaping/fenced lot. $179,500

9689 Conrad Road, Alhambra 3BR, 2BA home/5.8 ac (+/-)/pond, shop, shed, & outbuildings. $174,500

3404 Highron Dr., Pocahontas 3BR, 3BA/Highland School District/2 mi outside of Highland. $173,500

490 Pike Drive East, Highland 2800 sq ft of living space in this imposing ranch. $173,000

47 Memorial Drive, Highland Attractive Updates! Brick 3BR, 3BA nicely finished. $165,000

100 Keeven Drive, Highland 3BR with main level laundry & finished basement. $162,500

6 Legacy, Granite City Enjoy Living! 3BR quality built nestled on Legacy Golf Course. $159,000

35 Northwest Manor Dr., Highland Looking for a 1 story 3BR with kitchen island? This is it! $150,000

800 West Dolphin Dr., Highland Gorgeous Quality Kitchen! Well maintained 3BR. $144,500

18134 St. Rose Road, Breese Nicely updated 4BR on huge corner lot. Lots of storage! $133,000

1121 18th Street, Highland Well maintained 2BR on corner lot. $132,000

1314 Pine St., Unit A-3, Highland Great Location! 2BR, 2BA brick jewel has lots of storage. $89,500

120 Suppiger Ln., Apt. 101, Highland 1st floor Condo offering 2BR & covered parking. $69,000

8929 Pleasant View Dr., Fairview Hgts Numerous upgrades! 3BR on large corner lot! $56,000

13001 US Highway 40, Highland 605 St. Rt. 143, East Pierron Investor Opportunity in this Affordable 3BR/updates & 2BR, 1BA. Needs Rehab. oversized detached 2 car garage. $50,000 $44,900

2807 Progress, Caseyville Nice 3BR Starter home/privacy fence & deck. $42,000

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WARM & INVITING "new" floor plan, 5 bedroom, 5 baths, finished W/O, & incredible details! $579,900 Edwardsville PR9867 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

EXCITING NEW floor plan in Ebbets Field!

5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 fireplaces & finished LL. $479,900 Edwardsville PR9526 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

SPACIOUS & INVITING! 5 bedroom, 5 bath, 1.5 story with 4 car garage is amazing! $469,000 Edwardsville PR9801 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

LAKEFRONT HOME with 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, screened porch, 2 fireplaces & numerous upgrades. $435,000 Edwardsville PR9899 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

REMODELED inside and out with 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and 3 acres with pond! $420,000 Edwardsville PR9463 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN! Atrium ranch with 4 bedroom, 3 baths, wet bar & gas fireplace.

Corner lot! $319,900 Edwardsville PR9540 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

OPEN FLOOR PLAN with vautled ceilings, see-through fireplace, & master suite with wall of windows. $309,900 Maryville PR9885 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

LARGE TRADITIONAL 2 story with 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2 fireplaces, finished walkout & enormous yard! $300,000 Glen Carbon PR9932 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

BETTER THAN NEW with laminate floors, gas fireplace, kitchen with large center island, finshed lower leve and large deck. $235,000 Glen Carbon PR9892 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

LARGE RANCH with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, finished LL, huge yard next to Maryville Park. $189,900 Maryville PR9523 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

BETTER THAN NEW! Atrium ranch with open floor plan & upgrades galore! $179,900 Worden PR9698 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

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INVITING & UPDATED with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, walk-in closets, 12x27 deck, great price! $145,000 Hamel PR9595 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

SPLIT-LEVEL with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large yard, has newer roof, HVAC & gutters. $134,900 Glen Carbon PR9642 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

RENOVATION & ADDITION down to the studs & trusses!!! Huge 2+ car garage. $132,800 Edwardsville PR9565 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

BUNGALOW-ST YLE near Historic Glen Carbon with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and many updates. $114,900 Glen Carbon PR9917 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

ALL BRICK TOWNHOUSE with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, private patio, on cul-de-sac, near SIUE. $112,000 Glen Carbon PR9836 MICHELLE HEINLEIN (618) 781-2322

LAKE FRONT! What views! 3 season room, & electric covered boat lift. $269,000 Vandalia PR9772 GIGI VIRTA 781-6875 JUDY CONNOLLY 830-9899

"GiGi" VIRTA A M A Z I N G S PAC E ! M a n y b u i l t - i n s : bookshelves, curios, chests, desks & more! $145,000 Edwardsville PR9820 GIGI VIRTA 781-6875 JUDY CONNOLLY 830-9899

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UPDATED WITH RURAL SETTING. On large lot near SIUE, extra 2-car detached garage. $164,900 Edwardsville PR9887 GIGI VIRTA 781-6875 JUDY CONNOLLY 830-9899

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LOCATION! Ranc close to schools, YMCA, shopping, 3 BR, 3 bath, hardwood floors. $254,000 Edwardsville PR9898 LARRY COOPER (618) 971-9036

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BARRY MAULDEN LOT OF HOUSE for the money! Extensively rehabbed in 2008. Easy interstate access. $62,500 Caseyville PR9880 LARRY COOPER (618) 971-9036

TREE LINED, FENCED backyard, 4 bedrooms, formal DR, kitchen with granite & finished LL. $319,900 Edwardsville PR9782 DONNA DOCTOR (618) 558-5058

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SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM, 3 BATH CONDO! Spectacular view of Sunset Hills Golf Course. $249,900 Edwardsville PR9930 BARRY MAULDEN (618) 779-4755

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The sale price of a house depends on many factors, including the market, location, size of the property, age of the house, condition of the structure, what appliances might be included in the sale and even how nicely the property and building were landscaped and decorated - just to name a few.

Having a qualified professional inspect your house prior to putting it on the market - or for prospective buyers, before closing on a sale - can help guide your decision. But many homeowners and prospective buyers are unsure what’s included in a standard home inspection, according to the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). A qualified home inspector will review these aspects of a property: * Roof, attic and visible insulation

• Foundation, basement and structural components • Walls, ceilings and floors • Heating and central air conditioning systems • Windows and doors • Water fixtures and faucets • Decks Nearly two out of three homeowners recently surveyed by ASHI reported they saved a lot of money as a result of having a home inspection during the selling/ buying of a house. Sellers use inspections to help determine potential problems that can be repaired or replaced prior to listing - potentially getting them a higher sale price. And buyers use the inspections to determine if they want to invest in the property, or help negotiate for a better price that would include the repair and replacement of potential problems.

Not all home inspectors are certified and licensed. ASHI’s “Find an Inspector” tool allows homeowners to locate an inspector in their area. Always check with your local inspector for a complete list of services provided.

“It’s important for homeowners to do their homework before hiring an inspector,” says Kurt Salomon, ASHI president.

“Look for a home inspector certified through the ASHI Certified Inspector Program, which is the only home inspection association program approved by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.”

The following elements are not included in a standard home inspection: • Septic system • Electrical wiring and plumbing that is not readily accessible (for example, behind drywall or plaster) • Water conditioning or softening system • Swimming pool • Backyard fences • Lawn irrigation system • Household appliances • Compliance with local codes • Appraisal to determine market value Before hiring a home inspector, inquire about what is covered in the inspection and ask to see a sample report.

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Associated Press

This undated photo courtesy of Kitchen Magic shows Abe Abuchowski’s kitchen in Califon, N.J., after the cabinets were refaced.

Refacing cabinets saves a bundle NEW YORK (AP) – The kitchen in Abe Abuchowski’s Califon, N.J., home needed updating, but he didn’t want the expense of replacing the cabinets. So he chose a less costly option.

“The old cabinets were in really good shape,” he said. “They were high-quality cabinets, solid wood. It was the doors that really needed to be replaced.”

Replacing the doors and covering the cabinets’ remaining exposed parts with a matching veneer can be done for about half the cost of buying new, said Kit Selzer, senior remodeling and projects editor at Better Homes and Gardens. The process is called refacing.

Abuchowski said there’s another advantage to refacing. “There’s a minimum amount of disruption,” he said.

“It’s a simpler and quicker installation,” agreed Brett Bacho, president of Kitchen Magic, the company that did Abuchowski’s kitchen. Bacho said that refacing cabinets typically can be completed in three to five days.

For refacing to be a viable option, however, the cabinets must be in good shape.

“If we had bad cabinets, just putting the new fronts on them wasn’t actually where we wanted to go,” said Claudia Phelps, who had the cabinets in her Washington, D.C.,

home refaced about 10 years ago. She said her cabinets were “very well built” and worth saving.

Refacing also might not be a good choice if you want to do major changes to your kitchen’s layout.

“You do nothing to improve the function or the convenience of the kitchen,” said David Alderman, owner of Dave’s Cabinets in Chesapeake, Va. Nor, he noted, does refacing increase storage.

It is possible, however, to add cabinets that match the refaced ones. Both Abuchowski and Phelps did that.

See “CABINETS” on Page 14

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6 Bedrooms/4 Baths $289,900 4011595

4 Bedrooms/4 Baths $254,900 4001911

3 Bedrooms/3 Baths $187,500 4005282

4 Bedrooms/2 Baths $159,900 4009612

3 Bedrooms/3 Baths $157,500 4007254

4 Bedrooms/2 Baths $150,000 3013215

2 Bedrooms/2 Baths $135,000 4007101

2 Bedrooms/2 Baths $125,000 4007482

3 Bedrooms/2 Baths $119,500 4007342

1 Bedroom/2 Baths $85,000 2914366

2 Bedrooms/2 Baths $84,900 4009908

3 Bedrooms/2 Baths $80,000 4008043

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Cabinets Continued from Page 9 Many people also choose to replace their countertops at the same time the cabinets are refaced. That, obviously, adds to the cost.

Cabinet companies say it’s impossible to estimate the cost of refacing cabinets without seeing the kitchen and talking to the homeowner about the job.

“We’ve refaced kitchens for as little as $4,000 to $5,000, and for as much as $80,000,” Bacho said.

Doors can be made of a variety of woods, for example, such as cherry, oak or maple, or of an engineered material like laminate, including some that look like wood.

Abuchowski chose a laminate. “It’s very easily cleaned and it will stay looking newer longer,” he said.

In refacing, the cabinet doors are removed, and the sides and exterior face of the cabinet are prepared for the veneer covering. After that covering is measured and applied, the new doors — made to fit the existing cabinets — are installed. Some companies replace the full drawers, others just the front. But the inside of the cabinet usually is not changed during the refacing process. “You could definitely paint the inside to go along with the outside,” Selzer said.

She advises going with a professional unless you’re a very

skilled do-it-yourselfer.

For those who want to try it themselves, there are how-to videos on YouTube or step-by-step instructions on the Web. Otherwise, many companies do refacing, from big ones like Sears to smaller ones like the one Alderman owns.

Of course, there is an even cheaper way to give the cabinets a fresh look.

“Virtually any cabinet can be painted,” Selzer said. “It just takes the right product to do it.”

She said there are kits on the market that provide the materials you need, from preparation to stain to glaze, along with step-by-step instructions.

“Really what you want to do is be patient with it and give yourself time,” she said. That means giving each coat enough time to dry.

When people paint cabinets, Selzer said, they are likely to choose white. “For new cabinetry,” she said, “people are looking for the wood look.”

A good reason to paint, she said, is for the enjoyment of a fresh-looking kitchen.

Upgrading cabinets, either by replacing or refacing them, can make your house more marketable if you’re considering selling it.

“Just a few years ago,” Selzer said, “people were buying houses with rundown kitchens knowing they were going to replace them. Now there’s a little more conservative attitude about it. People look for a kitchen and a house that has move-in qualities.”

The smart move from renting to owning (ARA) - If you’ve paid attention to any news media over the past few years, you know that the housing market has dropped off. From a seller’s perspective, that makes life a lot harder. But for a buyer, it can mean a wider world of options and opportunities.

For those want to become owners rather than renters, it’s vitally important to make smart decisions - as the markets have shown.

Many factors contribute to the real estate market’s current sluggishness, and one of them is the fact that lenders are reluctant to give loans to homebuyers. After the housing market crisis, it’s not surprising that they would be more demanding in their lending practices, but for those eager to buy, it means that you need to present a pristine financial profile.

There’s no limit to the amount of real estate browsing you can do - either online or in your ideal neighborhood - but before you get serious about purchasing a home, take these tips into consideration.

• Pay down your debt. Before you even apply for a mortgage, it’s impor-

tant that you reduce your debt load.

The smaller it is, the better for your debt-to-income ratio, which lenders use to determine how much they’ll allow you to borrow. Items like car loans, child support and alimony, credit card bills and student loans are all factors that the lender will consider. Paying down debt can have the added benefit of improving your credit, as well.

• Check up on your credit. Having good credit is another essential element in smart home buying - it can affect how lenders view you, and the terms of your mortgage. The better shape your credit is in, the better your potential to get the mortgage of your dreams. Every year, you’re entitled to a free credit report from one of the three major reporting agencies, like Equifax. Use it as a starting point that will give you an idea of your overall credit picture.

Look for areas that can be improved upon and track your progress by checking your credit again after you’ve put in some work to bring it up.

• Make the biggest down payment possible. The era of zero-down is over, and for good reason. A down payment

- and a sizeable one - can help ease the strain of a mortgage in coming years.

A minimum of 20 percent down is a good idea, and if you can do more than that, so much the better. If you don’t think you can afford a down payment of 20 percent or more on a house you’re considering, it might be time to shop around for a less expensive home that is more budget friendly.

• Be an informed buyer. There is a seemingly endless list of things to know about buying a home, and the faster you want to buy, the faster you’ll need to learn it all. One of the best things you can do is take a first-time homebuyer class offered by a reputable organization - some cities even offer them for free. Be sure you know the ins and outs of items like closing costs, adjustable rate versus fixed rate mortgages, how your credit report affects mortgage rates and the documentation you’ll need to get a mortgage. The more you know, the better equipped you’ll be to make smart decisions that will make you a happy homeowner for years to come.

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16 - Madison County Homes - October, 2011 - TheIntelligencer.com 1324 Troy Road Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618)656-9011 1-800-882-3934 58 Airport Plaza 3049 Godfrey Rd. Bethalto, IL 62010 Godfrey, IL 62035 618-377-2112 618-466-1513

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Associated Press

This undated photo courtesy of HGTV shows a kitchen makeover, featuring brown painted cabinets, by designer Sabrina Soto.

Small home renovations can buy time NEW YORK (AP) – It’s a reality of our fragile economy: Many homeowners who dream of the perfect kitchen or master bath are putting full-scale renovation on hold in favor of more limited changes.

“What’s on everyone’s minds is making the space feel a little better and function a little better until you can reach the ultimate kitchen or bath that you want,” says Danny Lipford, host of the nationally syndicated home-improvement radio show “Homefront with Danny Lipford.”

He says he often hears from listeners planning smaller redecorating projects to tide them over until real renovation fits in

their budgets.

But which small projects are worth it if you’re going to remodel the space within just a few years?

Choose projects that offer big change at little cost, or that serve as first steps toward eventual full-scale renovation, says Sabrina Soto, designer and host of HGTV’s new series “The High Low Project.”

LOOK TO THE LARGEST SURFACES Lipford suggests making changes to the biggest surfaces in a room, such as countertops or floors. Old laminate countertops can now be painted for less than

$50, he says, and the results look surprisingly good. Using a type of paint sold in a kit (Lipford recommends one found at Gianigranite.com), homeowners can paint over the old countertop and then seal it with a coating that mimics the look and solid feel of laminate.

Tanya Memme, host of A&E’s “Sell This House,” agrees that big surfaces are a good place to start. “Any room will look bad if the floors aren’t in decent shape,” she says.

Cover a soon-to-be-replaced wood or tile floor with a colorful new rug, or put down peel-and-stick vinyl tiles.

See “UPGRADES” on Page 19

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Upgrades Continued from Page 18 Good quality vinyl tiles resembling granite can cost several hundred dollars if you’re covering a full kitchen floor.

But the change is dramatic, so it may be worthwhile even for just a few years of use.

Old ceramic tile floors and tile walls can get a facelift for just a few dollars if you use grout stain, Lipford says. You can make dingy grout a pristine white again or change it to a new color that contrasts with your old tile.

Memme suggests adding a tile backsplash to a kitchen wall for a burst of new style. Do it yourself to save money.

“It might seem difficult to put up tile,” she says, “but actually it’s very easy to do.” Small tiles come on a mesh sheet, so you’re not placing each one.

Another way to bring big change to walls: Michael Hydeck, president of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, suggests painting with different textures. Try a faux finish like granite or marble, or buy the same shade of

paint in two different finishes — one shiny and one matte — and paint alternating stripes in each.

SHED SOME LIGHT Installing under-cabinet or over-cabinet lighting probably isn’t wise if you’ll be removing the cabinets in a year or two, Hydeck notes. But a new ceiling light can be installed now and still be used when kitchens or bathrooms are renovated.

Changing window treatments also can change a room’s lighting and bring in fresh color. “Everybody gets used to what’s up on their windows,” Memme says, “because they’ve been living with it. They don’t see the wear and tear.” Remove old blinds or shades and replace them with inexpensive curtains.

UPGRADE APPLIANCES Soto suggests phasing in new major appliances ahead of a full kitchen renovation. If need be, they can be relocated elsewhere in the room once the remodeling is done. She also suggests buying new countertop appliances, such as microwaves or toaster ovens, now, with the anticipated redesign of the kitchen in mind.

If you can’t replace appliances now but

are craving change, Lipford says appliance paint is available from Rustoleum and other companies. It can give new life to an old refrigerator or dishwasher, and is easy to apply yourself.

THINK HARD ABOUT HARDWARE Small items such as drawer pulls, electrical switch plates and doorknobs can easily be changed. Swap out old knobs for new door handles, switch from brass to nickel, or bring in jeweled or glass or ceramic pieces for added style.

Faucets also can be changed now and then re-used when you eventually replace the entire sink.

OUT WITH THE OLD Old glass shower doors can be removed relatively easily and replaced by a stylish fabric shower curtain. Swap out old kitchen chairs with cool, fleamarket finds, or recover chair cushions yourself with a few yards of new fabric.

Replace a dated bathroom mirror with an inexpensive framed one, or build your own frame with strips of molding.

These projects can give an outdated kitchen or bath enough new life to keep a homeowner happy until true renovation is possible.

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Unlocking the secrets of home buying (ARA) - High-tech know-how can help you find a house or get rid of one.

“The last five years have seen a massive shift in consumer behavior, which has driven Realtors and other real estate professionals to embrace websites, social media and online videos,” says Mark Flavin, director of information technology at Bay East Association of Realtors in Pleasanton, Calif., and winner of a 2010 Realtor Technology Spotlight Award.

While online listings serve as the starting point for many house hunters, a recent survey from financial services provider USAA reports that about one in five respondents would use smartphones to take photos while looking for a home. About the same number say they’ve already used mobile Internet service to search for a home or mortgage information. Flavin expects searches to begin with mobile devices more often in coming years.

Tools of the trade If you’re one of the 40 million Americans who typically move in a year, here are six technology trends in real estate, and ways you can use them to your benefit.

• Comprehensive online listings With popular sites such as Realtor.com and Zillow.com, buyers can research homes for sale and sellers can advertise their listings to a national audience. One site, USAA’s Home Circle, even offers rental listings for those who are not ready to buy a home. “Consumers have access to a picture of the market 24/7,” says Flavin.

• Automated paperwork and cloud storage E-signing, or electronic signature, on an iPad or smartphone, will soon become commonplace for mortgage and closing documents, predicts Brad Nix, a real estate broker in the Atlanta area and another 2010 Realtor Technology Spotlight Award winner. The U.S. lags behind other countries in e-signature use, but it will greatly improve commerce, says Stephen Ezell of the Information Technology & Innovation Foundation in Washington, D.C. The rise in cloud computing - housing data off-site instead of in on-site hard drives - also will play a major role in real estate. “Tech-savvy real estate brokers and pros can help you create a virtual folder that gives all parties access to the sales contract, inspection report, appraisal, insurance documents and closing documents,” says Nix. • Mobile apps “Buyers want real-time access to what’s on the market based on where they’ve parked their car,” says Nix. Smartphone apps do that now, but what’s new is their growing use. And sellers benefit, too, attracting traffic not just with a “For Sale” sign, but with a mobile, media-rich listing that just might lure people down the street and across the threshold.

• Online videos Videos help showcase homes and communities on an emotional level. “They sell more than just four walls,” says Nix. “They sell a lifestyle.” Video style can range from simple, man-on-the-street shots to a full-scale production.

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FABULOUS HOME ON 2+/- ACRES on small, spring-fed, stocked lake, lake fed irrigation system and amazing theatre room. Seller offers ups to $2,500 toward buyer closing costs! $488,000 #E3205 DIANE MALENCH 779-7701

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Jane and William Merrill also decided that they didn’t want his mother living on her own any more. Then 81, Jane Merrill, who shares her daughter-inlaw’s name, was still active but in need of companionship.

Both families considered nursing homes, assisted living and retirement communities. In the end, they came to the same conclusion: Their homes were the best place for their mothers. But they needed more home.

So McCann and Forbes added a 400square-foot bedroom and bathroom to their Escondido, Calif., home; the Merrills converted a two-car garage at their 8-acre spread in Carmel, a suburb

of Indianapolis.

Now, both older women live with their adult children, with a large degree of independence and privacy.

Although it isn’t for everyone, it is a choice many families are making. Home builders across the country say they are getting an increasing number of requests for such additions, known as motherin-law suites, granny flats or accessory dwellings.

According to the National Association of Home Builders, 62 percent of builders surveyed were working on a home modification related to aging in 2010. About one in five builders added an entry-level bedroom.

About 3.5 million American households last year included adult children and their parents — a number expected to rise as the country ages and baby boomers move into retirement, said Nancy Thompson, an AARP spokesperson.

To accommodate the growing demand,

AARP teamed up with the home builders’ association to create a designation for Certified Aging in Place Specialists, who are trained in designing and modifying buildings for the elderly. About 3,000 builders, contractors, remodelers and architects have been certified.

One is Todd Jackson, CEO of San Diego’s Jackson Design and Remodeling, which handled the room addition at McCann’s home.

“There’s both a physical component and a sensitivity side to these projects. The family needs to take that into account,” said Jackson, who noted that aging parents may be reluctant to move into their children’s homes, and may worry about losing their independence.

“The transition will go over a lot better if you bring the parent into the conversation,” said Jackson. “Ask them: ‘What do you need?’ ‘What color do you want?”’

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Suites Continued from Page 26 That’s what McCann and her husband did when they decided to build an addition in 2008. Brocas, now 93, was part of the planning.

“We didn’t want her to feel like a guest intruding on our house,” said McCann.

“She kept telling all her friends about how she was involved in the design process, and that the paint colors were her choice.”

Brokus now proudly calls the addition, which includes a bedroom, wet bar and wheelchair-accessible doorways and bathroom, “her apartment,” said McCann. Every month, she writes a rent check covering the cost of utilities — an act that adds to her sense of independence.

The arrangement has given the family more time together and greater peace of mind, and may have averted a tragedy in July when Brokus suffered a heart attack.

Had she been alone, McCann said, she might not have called 911. As it was, she just had to walk a few feet for help.

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The addition, which was part of a major renovation to other parts of the house, cost the McCanns $250,000. The average price for a bedroom addition can run from $100,000 to $400,000, depending on size and amenities, according to builders.

For the Merrills, who used a company called Next Door Garage Apartments to do their garage conversion, the cost was much lower.

The Indianapolis-based company remodels two-car garages into complete apartments within 10 days for $35,000.

(The Merrills, who converted their garage 11 years ago, paid $25,000).

The company’s owner, Susan Jennings, came up with the idea when she was managing a trust department at a bank and often worked with widows yearning to live with their adult children.

Jennings worked with a designer to come up with a dwelling attractive to both the adult children and the older parent. For privacy and independence, the apartment has a separate entrance, full kitchen and wheelchair-accessible features.

“The biggest advantage is that my husband can sit down with her every evening. Because of that constant contact, he

has learned much more about his parents and their lives,” said the younger Jane Merrill. “He would not have had that if she was in assisted living.”

However, both Betsy McCann and Jane Merrill caution that this may not work for every family. For one thing, their mothers-in-law are self-sufficient and do not need daily medical care. In both families, they got along well before moving in together.

Nancy Thompson, of AARP, offered other tips for families considering building a mother-in-law suite for an aging parent: • Decide what your expectations are well in advance and make sure everyone agrees. Involve the elderly parent in the process.

• Make sure the addition is built following universal design guidelines.

Are counters, bathrooms and doorways wheelchair accessible? Is there a walk-in shower with grab bars? Opt for entrylevel additions to eliminate stairs. Look for a contractor or builder with experience in universal design or aging in place.

• Check municipal building codes to make sure that accessory dwellings are allowed.

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Myth: Checking your credit score is a hassle, and it can’t really help you manage your credit in the long run.

Truth: Websites like FreeCreditScore.com make it easy to check your credit score. Keep in mind that lenders use a variety of scores when evaluating credit worthiness, and the one you

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Myth: When you apply for a mortgage, the lender could share your personal information (including your credit score and history) with other companies.

Truth: The law limits how banks and other financial institutions can use your information and to whom they can disclose it.

If you’re not sure how a lender may use your information, ask.

Depending on the situation, you may be able to limit disclosure of your information.

Home prices and interest rates are still low across the country, making it a good time to buy a house, real estate experts say.

Knowing the truth behind some common credit myths - and understanding your own credit history and score - can help you take advantage of the many opportunities still available for home buyers.

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5429 MaRyViLLE Rd., GRaniTE CiTy Small grocery store & restaurant, + two, 2BR appts. Great location & income opportunity. $249,900 Judy browning

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HIStORIC AWARD WINNER! Stunning 2+ story home in Historic district. #12571 - $315,000 - 692-1030

GOlF COURSE VIEW at The Orchards! 4 BR, 3 BA, 2-story has new carpet throughout. #12584 -$259,000-622-9797

MUSt BE SEEN tO BE BElIEVED! Spectacular in every way. Decorators Dream! #12778 - $255,000 - 463-9797

WONDERFUl one owner home situated at the very back of Timberwood on a cul de sac. 3 car att garage.. #12836 - $249,900 - 377-8206

BEAUtIFUl HOME on 4 acres! Features 4 BR & 2 ba w/over 2200 sq. ft. Horses are allowed! #12825 - $239,900 - 692-1030

ONCE IN A lIFEtIME OPPORtUNItY to own one of this area’s most unique pieces of property. #12578- $225,000 463-9797

QUAlItY HOME ON QUIEt DEAD END StREEt!!! DON't MISS tHIS ONE!!! #12824 - $214,900 - 692-1030

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Private setting! Call for more info!! #12783 - $214,900 - 692-1030

MOtIVAtED SEllER! Brand new 3 BR 2 BA w/open floor plan. Hardwood floors in great room and dining area. Move in ready. #12823 - $184,999 - 463-9797

BEAUtIFUl HOME with many updates. Beautiful back yard and fireplace. Call today for your tour! #12792 - $184,900 - 377-8206

BEAUtIFUl 3 BR 2 BA home brick combo in a fantastic location. Very nice, open floor plan. #12699 - $165,900 - 377-8206

FANtAStIC 1.5 story w/full walkout LL! Home features 4 BR 1.5 BA, 2 car garage, built in storage and much more. Move in ready! #12805 - $154,900 - 692-1030

BEAUtIFUl ClASSIC 3BR, 2 BA Design in Montclaire! BUYER INCENtIVES - DON't MISS! #12827 - $132,900 - 692-1030

lARGE FAMIlY HOME IN GODFREY! Newly redecorated kitchen & new flooring throughout. #12685 - $129,900 - 463-9797

VIllA w/NEW CARPET throughout has open floor plan w/ vaulted ceiling & fireplace. Move-In Ready! #12789 - $129,900 - 622-9797

FUll BRICK HOME on a corner lot w/hardwood floors throughout, Cozy LR w/FP & built-in bookshelves. #12743 - $104,000 - 463-9797

CUtE three BR two bath home located in historic LeClaire. Call today for your personal tour! #12848 - $96,000 - 692-1030

CUtE, UPDAtED HOME in Quiet Neighborhood!

3BR Wheel-Chair Accessible Home! Won't last long! #12837 - $89,900 - 463-9797

VERY NICE 3 BR 2 BA home. 1 car attached garage & fenced in yard. Centrally located. #12522 - $89,900 - 377-8206

MOVE IN READY! 3 BR 1.5 BA home has new flooring. Home warranty provided by seller. #12828 - $85,000 - 463-9797

1,000 MOVES YOU IN! Great neighborhood, walking distance to shopping. #12832 - $75,900 - 463-9797

WEll MAINtAINED home has lots to offer. Finished attic with 2 BRs & built in's. #12651 - $75,000 - 377-8206

MOVE-IN READY! Clean 2 BR 1 BA home w/ kitchen appliances included. Great location! #12800 - $63,000 - 377-8206

INCREDIBlY SHARP, Updated Home in Move-In Condition @ Bargain Price! #12795 - $59,000 - 622-9797

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