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Thursday, September 29, 2016

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THIS WEEK’S FEATURE

SPRAWLING RANCH

1082 Peter Drive, Dixon Sprawling 3 bedroom 2.5 bath ranch in a peaceful location on 1+ acre south of Dixon.

Great living space: open kitchen/dining area, bright living room, & spacious family room with vaulted ceilings. Huge master suite with 8x8 walk-in closet & bath with soaker tub & separate shower. The basement already has a finished 1/2 bath, so whether you just need storage, or want to finish it off - it’s ready for you to do as you please! 3 car attached garage & a back deck overlooking the beautiful, expansive yard.

$234,500

Call Matt Hermes: 815-288-4648

Member of Sauk Valley Association of Realtors SM-ST5373-0929

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815 288-4648

FEATURED HOMES 1320 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Amboy Live like you’re on vacation everyday! Immaculate 3BR 2BA

home on 10 ac S of Amboy. $229,900

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

426 W FLAGG RD, DIXON

3+BR 2.5BA rural ranch on 1 acre.

windows & more. 3BR 2.5BA, Lost

Move-in ready, finished basement,

Lake Sub w/ view of nature preserve.

attached 2 car garage

$185,000

$113,000

Call Bill Gorski: 815-441-4811

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

516 4th Ave, Dixon

garage & extra lot- must see! $60,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

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come take a look! $119,900 Call Bill Dempsey: 631-4295

1311 3rd Ave, Sterling

110 W Webster St, Polo

Quality 3 bedroom 3 bath ranch Spacious with open floorplan & Partially finished basement $137,900

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

2BR w/lots of updates, incl: kitchen & bath, refinished hardwood, electrical & flooring is being completed. $49,900

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

503 Depot Ave, Dixon

4BR 2BA 2 story on a corner lot.

Newer roof, furnace, windows.

1405 W 1st St, Dixon

2 story duplex, each unit has 1BR 1BA. Nice investment or possible single family home. $37,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

515 E 2nd St, Dixon

Lots of potential- call today! $76,000

4BR 1.5BA Victorian in SE Dixon.

Gorgeous staircase, fireplace, built-ins, hardwood floors. $99,000

742 N Ottawa Ave, Dixon

564 Pine Meadow, Dixon

Call Karen Didier: 973-2686

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

711 Nachusa Ave, Dixon

Good investment or starter! This 3BR 1BA home has nice curb appeal in quiet neighborhood. $61,500 Call Karen Didier: 973-2686

700 S Griswold, Woosung

Unique find! This converted church offers open living space, has had lots of remodeling, but some remains to be completed. $97,600

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

RE PRICE DU CE D

31 N Jefferson Ave, Amboy Well maintained 3BR 2 story.

Main floor bedroom, lots of

living space, lovely porch. $69,900 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

1205 Tee St, Dixon

Amazing & spacious 4BR 2.5BA in quiet SE location. Large rooms, private yard w/patio. $155,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

214 N Jackson Ave, Polo

Wonderful 4BR 2BA home in terrific condition. Main floor bedroom & bath, attached garage. $86,000 Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

3 bedroom 2 story home in NE Dixon. New carpet on main floor, shaded lot w/ a great screened porch! $53,000

Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817

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wonderfully maintained. $195,000 Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

709 Wiker Dr, Rock Falls

Spacious 3BR 2.5BA Tri-Level in great neighborhood. Many recent updates-

992 MILE RD, DIXON

Well kept ranch w/new siding,

Unique Lustron home! This 2BR ranch is completely made of metal. 3+ car

3785 Rock St, Dixon

Lovely, inviting Colonial style home in Grand Detour. Comfortably elegant,

13 Oak St, Amboy

Move-in ready 2BR ranch w/3 season porch & 1.5 car attached garage. $99,900 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Lovely 3 bed 2 bath ranch w/approx 100 ft of river frontage. Partially

cute yard w/patio. $99,900 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

finished basement. $157,500 Call Bill Gorski: 285-0123

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317 Fox Trot, Dixon

Spacious 2 story home on large corner lot. Huge master bedroom, inground pool. $199,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Bill Matt Hermes Gorski Managing Broker 815-288-4648 815-441-4811

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1024 Myrtle Ave, Dixon

Move-in ready 2BR ½ duplex in NE Dixon. 1 car attached garage,

975 US Route 52

1017 Woodhill Cir, Dixon

Amboy Immaculate 2BR 2BA ranch w/ finished basement & attached

Desirable 3BR 3BA in Idle Oak. Very spacious ranch w/fireplace & finished

garage on corner lot. $129,900 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

walk-out basement. $180,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Anne Bill Nancy Diane Hermes Dempsey Fritts Schnake 815-631-4295 815-440-3369 815-440-4817 815-440-7370

Karen Patt Didier Gjonola 815-973-2686 815-973-7997

Member of Hometown Association of Realtors

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Address air leaks to save energy and money

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www.CrawfordRealtyOnline.com 815-285-3444, 124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon

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$41,900

MLS#9327992

Rising energy costs coupled with the continued adoption of eco-friendly lifestyles are two factors driving homeowners to seek ways to reduce energy consumption in their homes. Reducing energy consumption is reason enough for many homeowners to make changes around the house, but saving energy sometimes means saving substantial amounts of money as well.

MLS#9323616

$169,000

MLS#9322244

$43,500

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618 NACHUSA AVE., DIXON

7929 GREEN ST., DIXON

Pack up your tools, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home needs some attention. Some newer windows, stained glass in the foyer, kitchen need to have some cabinets put up. Main floor laundry and bath.

Fenced yard with large concrete slab

Energy-efficient appliances and eco-friendly building materials can help homeowners reduce energy consumption. But homeowners looking for additional ways to cut cooling and heating costs can address air leaks around the house to make their homes more energy efficient.

$235,000

MLS#9322215

Brick ranch with full finished walk out basement. 3 bedrooms 2-1/2 baths, master bedroom has large walk-in closet. Lower level has family room, small bar/kitchenette, bedroom, laundry room, 1/2 bath and French doors that walk-out to lower level patio.

MLS#9320822

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3217 N. SILVER RIDGE DR., OREGON

322 S CANAL DR., DIXON

$339,000

MLS#9301744

$104,000

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

Private living on canal with access to Rock River, 2 additional lots that are build-able. Living room and 12x20 family room on main floor. 3 bedrooms and full bath on upper level. Finished lower level walkout has a fireplace and door to patio.

You’ll love the Modern look of this 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath home on the 17th hole at Silver Ridge Golf Course. Stone wood burning fireplace in the living room, separate dining room and custom kitchen. Fenced-in back yard, paver brick patio.

MLS#9295289

$142,500

504 N. 5TH ST., OREGON

Large family home with 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and garage. Hardwood floors, large kitchen, formal dining room, open front porch. Call today to view - a good buy!

MLS#9295158

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

$147,000

1104 TEE ST., DIXON

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, Kitchen, dining area, and nice size living room. 2 car garage with bonus finished room in the back which is great for entertaining!

Large deck and storage shed. This home is move-in ready, call today!

MLS#9294974

$59,900

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

1703 FOREST HILLS DR., DIXON

2006 GRAND DETOUR RD., DIXON

Custom Designed Frank Lloyd Wright inspired Prairie Styled Home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5

Great Grand Detour Rd location for this Quad Level on 2.65 acres.

baths. Located between Dixon & Sterling.

$184,900

MLS#9330310

MLS#9273354

201 N. 2ND ST., HARMON

104 CARR CT., MOUNT MORRIS

2 bedroom ranch style home in quiet neighborhood.

Numerous flowerbeds, shaded patio, close to great dining. Built-in late 1990’s. Low Maintenance. This would make a great starter home and is move in ready.

Gorgeous 5 bedroom, 2 bath, over 3,800 sq. ft. home.

Large kitchen w/ walk-in pantry and a completely finished walk up attic. Ornate staircase, pocket doors, stained glass windows & finished walk-up attic. On 3 city lots with a 2 car garage that has a dog run behind it.

$175,000

MLS#9221590

$73,500

MLS#9216367

$67,500

1102 FARGO AVE., DIXON

2 bedroom 1 car home would make a great starter or downsizing home.

MLS#9246411

$172,000

2110 E. 38TH ST., STERLING

2 story home in Snavely Subdivision. 3 bedrooms, updated Master Bath with beautiful heated tile floor, large family room in basement perfect for watching TV, workout area or to set up as a rec/bar area! This home is a must see!

MLS#9215241

$174,900

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440 RIVER BLUFF DR DIXON

515 E. CHAMBERLIN ST., DIXON

Unique home with balcony overlooking living room. This home features river views and access, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 2 decks that are great for entertaining! Call today for a private showing!

$123,900

MLS#9209049

This home has 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, formal dining room, open staircase, natural woodwork!

MLS#9176738

$120,000

320 FIELDSTONE LN., DIXON

Space you need at a price you can afford. 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath-main floor family room. Large master bedroom with walk-in closet and master bath. 1 1/2 lots in Idle Oak.

MLS#9065939

$45,000

Air leaks around doorways can waste energy and cost homeowners substantial amounts of money.

206 W. MAPLE ST., FRANKLIN GROVE

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Three bedroom ranch home on corner lot with walkout basement. Main floor laundry, large living room and 2 car attached garage. Home also features brick exterior, newer furnace, central air and roof.

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644 REYNOLDSWOOD RD., DIXON

Must see ranch home on outskirts of town! 3 bedrooms, remodeled full bath, large remodeled eat-in kitchen with sliding doors to deck and fenced back yard. 2 car insulated/ heated garage. 4th bedroom in lower level has walk-in closet.

17028 W. BARCLAY RD., MILLEDGEVILLE 3 bedroom 1 bath home on 1 acre lot. Stove is 3 years old, refrigerator, washer and dryer included.

Kirsten Crawford Managing Broker 815-973-0841

Tim Crawford 815-535-3444

Barb Davis 815-441-0900

Vickie Gutierrez 815-973-4444

Patti Shoemaker 815-994-8794

Cynthia Adcock 815-677-0934

Andrea Ragan 815-973-4033

Piper Grazulis 815-631-4446

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Dave DeVries Managing Broker 815-441-1446

REALTY

815-380-2500

Dawn Nielsen 815-441-3515

Tracy DeVries 815-564-8732

Merdita Heald 815-718-2272

Drew DeVries 815-909-8330

1201 1st Avenue, Rock Falls www.MyXtremeRealty.com

ON THE RIVER 1.5 Acres with a stunning 4 bedroom, 3 bath home featuring 2 boathouses, 3 car garage, 24x17 patio and a 19x10 screened porch! Enjoy the wet bar area, or the roof top deck over the boathouse, and take in the views of Lake Sinnissippi on the Rock River.

Dave DeVries 815-441-1446 or Tracy DeVries 815-564-8732

$249,900

www.SuperDaveHomes.com #09244437

LOTS OF UPDATES!

DEER GROVE

3 Possible 4 bedrooms. Eat-in kitchen, new wood laminate, carpet, windows, furnace 2015, water heater 2014. Freshly painted with many updates.

Three bedrooms, 2 full baths, newly remodeled – new siding, windows & roof. Front & back porches, main floor laundry.

Merdita Heald 815-718-2272 www.MerditaServesYou.net $69,900 #09332413

$65,000

www.MerditaServesYou.net Merdita Heald 815-718-2272

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CUTE & COZY!

CLEAN AND READY!

2 Bedroom home with remodeled bath, appliances, privacy fenced yard, 13x4 enclosed porch, updated electric service, and a 1 car garage with opener.

This 2 bedroom has a spacious yard, 1 ½ car garage and a partial basement. Move-in ready! Appliances stay, but are not warranted.

SuperDaveHomes.com 815-441-1446

$29,900

EXECUTIVE RANCH ON 2 ACRES

DEER HUNTING ANYONE?

Beautiful 1,800 sq. ft. brick ranch home on 2+ acres.

3 Bedrooms, 2 baths, full basement with family room.

2 car attached garage, 2+ car detached garage plus 2 storage sheds! 38x16 all weather deck.

This 18 acres mol has 5 acres of timber with about 12 tillable acres bordered by a creek. Approximately 200’ of frontage on a township road.

$224,900

$119,900

Super Dave 815-441-1446 www.SuperDaveHomes.com

Dave DeVries 815-441-1446

#09329282

#08803601

NEW PRICE!

Everything is like new - Rural Development. FHA, VA loan ready! 2 Bedroom ranch was gutted & remodeled in 2007. Open floor plan. On a dead end road.

Dawn Nielsen 815-441-3515

$57,500

www.815home.com #09256095

“YOUR HOME IS WANTED”

PRICE REDUCED

Dave DeVries 815-441-1446 SuperDaveHomes.com $37,900 #09248318

Wes Anderson 815-499-5146

MLS#09259704

Business has been outstanding, but now I need more homes to sell. If you are considering selling, call me today for information on how to maximize the investment in your home.

Wes Anderson 815-499-5146 wesoanderson@gmail.com

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Sharon Bowers 815-757-7462

Maydell Lessen 815-622-4619

6103 S. HICKORY ROAD, OREGON

2170 FOREST PARK CIRCLE, DIXON 2170 Forest Park Circle, Dixon! Beautiful Ranch Home -- Large wooded lot. New paint inside and out. New chimney, gutters & downspouts. New energy efficient windows, front door and porch door. New baths and kitchen. New carpeting, laminate flooring, microwave, Cornice in Living Room. New April air & filter for allergies and thermostat. Also new 1/2 driveway.

113 S. 4TH ST., OREGON, IL 61061

#20154965

$159,900

815-622-4619

Building is 74x49 w/living quarters inside as set forth above. Other building is 63x60 with a living/kitchen 20x35 combo. BR 21.2x14.9. 2 full baths & office 12.3x11. Stove, frig, dishwasher stay in each building.

1 BR has electric heat. Washer & dryer stay in 2 BR. Main building has 13x12 sunroom. Wood shed 36x25.

113 S. 4TH ST., OREGON, IL 61061 #201600849

815-757-7462

Bonita Willis, Broker Associate 815-343-1966

1885 RICHARDSON RD., AMBOY Escape to your dream home! Escape to your dream home! This property is located on 2.5 AC MOL, beautiful back yard with trees and view of creek and neighbors lake to watch the deer and birds, cement patio, back deck with part of a gazebo, grape & rose arbor, perennials, iris, crab apple, pine and red bud trees, garden, clothesline, tall bird house, 2 car attached garage, 4 car detached insulated garage/shop that is heated, nicely landscaped, family room with a fireplace, open dining/kitchen area, living room 3 bedrooms with 2 full baths, and partially finished basement with overhead door for lawn mower/storage area. Call today!

#09266881

1-800-849-9574

$174,500

Mary Lovgren 815-994-1449

378 VAN ORIN ROAD, SUBLETTE

NEW LISTING! Country living at its Best! Very nice twostory home located on 1.95 Acres mol. Features include: 2015 furnace installed, two car detached garage, deck, patio area, great view of the woods, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large kitchen, appliances, first floor laundry, large family room, dining room and so much more. Call for a showing today.

#09340097

1-800-849-9574

Lori Erbes 815-535-6295

232 W. MAIN STREET, AMBOY NEW LISTING! This home is move-in ready! Home is in town, but feels

like you are in the country. Home features 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen with island/ bench area for entertaining. Large living room, heated front porch, and first floor laundry. Large back yard, cement patio, deck, pool with fence, sandbox, 2 separate garages. Man cave in one garage. Great for entertaining! Call today for your personal showing!!!

$226,000

$155,000

Pat Leonard 815-535-1274

291 IL ROUTE 2 UNIT 68, DIXON REMODELED MOBILE HOME. A lovely mobile home that has had many updates, such as new furnace & C/A, new carpet throughout, counter tops, kitchen sink and lighted pot rack. New water heater, gutters and downspouts, new back deck & Tandem carport. A must see!

LEONARD #09324899

SM-ST5377-0929

1-800-849-9574

$114,000

#09286922

REAL ESTATE 815-625-7183

$39,000

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· Identify air leaks around windows and doorways.

Autumn is a great time of year to identify air leaks.

Fall, and particularly late fall, tends to be characterized by cold air that makes it easy to detect air leaks.

Feel for leaks around windows and doorways, ideally conducting such tests on cold, windy days when you can quickly detect if air is flowing in from the outside.

Leaks around windows and doors waste energy because the interior of the home is either colder (in the winter) or warmer (in the summer) than it needs to be, prompting homeowners to turn up their thermostats or rely more heavily on air conditioning units. · Look for leaks elsewhere around the house. While windows and doorways are where many leaks are found, leaks also may be found around plumbing, electrical fixtures and dryer vents. Inspect such areas by feeling for drafts or looking for signs that insects and critters might be entering. · Look up and down. Evidence of air leaks may be noticeable on both the floor and the ceiling. Dirty spots on carpeting and the ceiling may be indicative of air leaks at interior wall/ceiling joints and wall/floor

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· Cover the kitchen exhaust fans when you are not cooking. Kitchen exhaust fans can help prevent fires and unfavorable indoor air conditions when preparing meals at home. But such fans provide opportunities for air to enter a home, so make sure they are tightly closed or covered when no one is cooking in the kitchen.

Air leaks around a house can waste energy and contribute to high energy bills, particularly during the winter and summer when temperatures outside tend to be at their most extreme. Homeowners looking to reduce their energy consumption and save money can inspect various areas of their homes for air leaks and immediately address any they discover.

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Here is an updated 3 bedroom home in Amboy with newer paint, carpet, windows, roof and much more!! Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

Almost a 12% return on your investment. 6 apartments and 17 storage units, all currently rented.

Call John Dorenbos at 815-7180956 or go to www.JohnDorenbos. com for details.

MLS#09265989

MLS#09287566

$74,900

MLS#09256286

$359,900

$59,900

MLS#09106696

BRIAN CORWELL

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Lot rent includes water, sewer and garbage. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for more information.

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Gorgeous 4-5 bedroom Victorian style home featuring hardwood floors, updated kitchen with granite, main floor laundry, some newer windows and paint. Wraparound porch, guest house and so much more! Call Eric at 815-9736768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

$130,000

MLS#09314588

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Hard to find Farmette with 12 acres m.o.l. North of Sterling with updated 3 bedroom home, large garage, approximately 8 tillable acres and some timber.

Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

4 Units, 1 Low Price! This is an excellent value for either the new or experienced investor. Great income potential! Call Eric at 815973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells. com for more details.

Here is your chance to purchase nearly 5 acres located close to I-39, I-80, and I-88. City utilities available. Exceptional opportunity!

Call Eric today at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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MLS#08878834

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815-622-1598 kjzoeller@gmail.com zoellerag.com

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815-716-3604 lee@bardierteam.com bardierteam.com

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This all brick apartment building offers 4 units, each with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, private laundry, and single car garage. Great location and rental history. Agent owned. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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Amazing 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with many updates including a newer master bath, granite countertops, paint, flooring & more.

Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

GARY CORWELL

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$120,000

Room to roam & tons of updates. Nice fenced back yard, 10x15 deck, attached 24x21 garage, patio. “Newer” includes painted exterior, garage door & opener, windows 2 yrs. old, A/C 4 yrs. old, water heater new 2015. New upstairs bath 2013. Bonus 4th bedroom.

New front half of roof 2013. Nice Northside location off Brinton Ave. Priced to Sell! Call Kevin at 815-739-8155.

815-499-1590 fmurphy35@gmail.com frankmurphyrealtor.com

2 car garage, great location and much

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ing the fall a great time to fortify lawns against any harsh conditions to come.

Homeowners must take grass type into consideration before taking steps to prepare their lawns for the winter. Some grasses are best fertilized in late-summer, while others should be fertilized in autumn. Coolseason grasses, including fescue and bluegrass, are best fertilized sometime between the months of September and November. Warm-season grasses, such as Bermuda or zoysia, should be fertilized between July and September. Once homeowners have gained a greater understanding of their lawns, they can begin exploring the various ways to prepare their lawns for whatever winter has in store.

Homeowners who want to make their grasses more winter hardy can consult landscaping professionals to determine if winterizing fertilizers will work for their lawns. These specially formulated fertilizers, many of which are made exclusively for cool-season grasses, contain higher levels of potassium and lower levels of nitrogen than early-season fertilizers. Potassium helps strengthen and harden plants, and cool-season grasses may need extra potassium as winter settles in.

Homeowners who are not sure if they should apply winterizing fertilizer can conduct soil tests to determine the potassium levels in their soil. If the test indicates the soil has sufficient potassium, then applying a winterizing fertilizer is likely unnecessary.

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2.3 Acre Farmette features large country kitchen open with dining room, master bedroom, laundry.

Newer siding, windows, 200 amp electric, furnace and water heater. 2-car attached garage plus additional garage.

111 LOCUST ST, PROPHETSTOWN 4 Bedroom 2-story needs some TLC but has huge potential! Oversized lot, 2-car garage with alley access.

Electric service is updated. GFA furnace, central air and main floor laundry.

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LOVELY BRICK RANCH This 3 bedroom ranch has a large living room with woodburning fireplace, plus a large family room. Has a crawl space and a 2 car attached garage. Private fenced in back yard. Price Reduced!

GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY 3 separate steel buildings. All have 3 phase electric, 130 deep well feeds all 3 buildings.

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While it might seem like common sense to delay leaf removal until the end of autumn when all the leaves have fallen, that, too, can prove harmful to lawns. Leaves left laying on lawns for long periods of time can contribute to the same types of damage as leaves left on the lawn throughout winter, so do your best to remove leaves as they fall.

3. Take steps to fight snow mold.

Homeowners who live in regions where snow falls into spring or where spring tends to be cold and damp may want to take steps to prevent snow mold.

Gray snow mold typically looks fuzzy and gray, and lawns infested with snow mold may develop unsightly gray or brown spots indicative of dead grass.

Pink snow mold may be even worse than gray snow mold because pink mold attacks the roots as well as the leaves. To prevent snow mold, continue mowing into the fall, even as lawns grow dormant, clearing the lawn of grass clippings and leaves after each mow.

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Thick lawns may provide a breeding ground for snow mold, so homeowners whose lawns have a history of developing snow mold may benefit from mowing their lawns into the fall.

“Salute to Veterans” Publishes on November 10,, 2016

Winter is rarely easy on lawns, but homeowners can take several steps to prepare their lawns for potentially harsh winter weather.

John P. Abbott U.S. Army WWII & Korea 1941-1946 & 1950-1954 Passed Away 3-13-2000

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Nice Family Home with 3 bedrooms and 1-1/2 baths, formal

central air, 1 car garage, shed and covered patio. Alley access.

Ranch all on one floor, 2 bedrooms - family room could be the 3rd bedroom. Large eat-in kitchen and all the appliances stay.

Brick paver patio and large utility shed. Nice treed lot in Sterling.

Extremely clean and move-in ready. 3 Bedrooms, 1 ½ baths, hardwood floors throughout. Great kitchen with loads of cupboards, pantry, desk area, and all the appliances. Huge family room walks out to the patio and entertaining area. New roof and quiet neighborhood.

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Full basement is partially finished. Possible 3rd bedroom, utility room, laundry and family room. New flooring throughout. 3 car garage is insulated and has alley access. Sump pump has back up system. Broker owned.

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$75,900

$49,900

Newer ranch offers oversized great room featuring living, dining and kitchen with extensive breakfast bar. Top of the line (self closing) cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Bamboo and ceramic flooring. Gas fireplace and 2 French doors to the wrap around deck. Master suite has it’s own bath with walk-in closet. Main floor laundry room and 200 amp service.

Garage will accommodate 8 cars. Located on 2.6 Acres.

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Close to Schools – Sterling family home. 3 Bedrooms, 1 ½ baths and main floor laundry. Formal living room, dining room, and main floor family room. Newer windows and water heater. Basement and 2 car garage with alley access.

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Move Right In. Ranch offers full bath located in the hallway convenient to the 2 bedrooms. Kitchen has nice wooden cabinets with the stove and refrigerator. Replacement windows. Laundry in the full basement. Newer central air. 1 ½ car garage, alley in the back. Plus nice garden shed.

Unique Property with something for everyone. Ranch with acreage. Sterling Schools. Full walk-out basement. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, family room with woodburning fireplace. Gentleman’s building with workshop wired for machinery.

Barn is sectioned off for small animals, loft for hay, along with electric and water.

The entire property is fenced, sectioned and wired. Rolling hills and pond.

3 bedroom with many updates ... Newer roof, flooring, siding, windows, water heater and bath. 2 car garage with fenced backyard.

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Close to Schools. 3 bedroom ranch with 1.5 baths, newer furnace, central air and roof. Full basement and nice back yard with shed.

Large family home on 2 acres. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, large eat-in kitchen, sunroom off the dining room. Family room with built-ins and lots of windows.

Mudroom off the attached 2 car garage. Finished basement. Wrap-around deck, garden sheds, tree-lined creek. Sterling Schools.

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$156,900

Country Ranch Located north of Sterling on .77/acre in the country with building and fruit trees. Built in 2003 with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and main floor laundry.

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