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Thursday, November 17, 2016

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THIS WEEK’S FEATURE

NEED 5 BEDROOMS?

2206 14th Avenue, Sterling

5 bedrooms! 1.5 car garage. Newly remodeled home in Northeast Sterling.

Kitchen, baths, flooring, freshly painted interior, brushed nickel fixtures and hardware, all new in 2016! Also new windows, spray painted siding, garage roof, garage door opener and blacktop driveway, all new in 2016. Hot water heater in 2014, furnace in 2008. New AC to be installed prior to closing. Broker owned.

102,900

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MLS# 09381459

Call John Dorenbos at 815-718-0956 John Dorenbos Broker Associate 815-718-0956

or go to johndorenbos.com for details

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745 N Ottawa Ave, Dixon

3BR 2BA home on a corner lot.

Spacious rooms, main floor bed & bath, enclosed porch. $59,000

Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

700 W FULTON ST, POLO

622 E 3RD ST, DIXON

Wonderful 4BR 3BA ranch w/finished

New roof Nov ’16! 2BR 1BA ranch w/

walkout basement. Attached garage,

hardwood, fireplace, built-ins,

plus 24x32 detached shed/garage.

updated kitchen & baths.

$138,500

$75,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

605 E Webster St, Polo

Quality 3BR 2.5BA ranch on a large lot.

Finished basement w/workshop & custom cabinetry throughout! $159,900 Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

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

709 Wiker Dr, Rock Falls

Spacious 3BR 2.5BA Tri-Level in great neighborhood. Many recent updates- come take a look! $119,900 Call Bill Dempsey: 631-4295

1405 W 1st St, Dixon

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

317 Fox Trot, Dixon

113 E 10th St, Dixon

Great little 2BR starter w/ new roof, new furnace, newer windows, hardwood floors, walkout basement. $64,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

1311 3rd Ave, Sterling

Spacious 2 story home on large corner lot. Huge master bedroom,

2BR w/lots of updates, incl: kitchen & bath, refinished hardwood, electrical & flooring is

inground pool. $189,900 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

being completed. $49,900 Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

15715 1250 North Ave, Wyanet

2 story duplex, each unit has 1BR 1BA. Nice investment or possible single family home.

Rural property w/beautiful 3BR 2.5BA home, stocked lake & outbuildings. Entire 82 ac, or 10

$37,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817

ac w/home- call for details!

992 Mile Rd, Dixon

3+BR 2.5BA rural ranch on 1 acre.

Move-in ready, finished basement, attached 2 car garage $109,000

Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369 E PRIC ED C REDU

503 Depot Ave, Dixon

4BR 2BA 2 story on a corner lot. Newer roof, furnace, windows. Lots of potential- call today!

$76,000 Call Karen Didier: 973-2686

1082 Peter Dr, Dixon

2182 Peek Home Rd, Dixon

Fantastic 3BR 2.5BA ranch on 1.16 acre S of Dixon. Huge master suite,

5 Ac property N of Dixon w/2 houses! 5BR 1.5BA 2 story farmhouse & a 3BR ranch.

3 car attached garage. $234,500.

Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

Unique opportunity! $234,900 Call Bill Gorski: 441-4811

1024 Myrtle Ave, Dixon

207 Willett Ave, Dixon

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

4BR 2BA in quiet neighborhood near the river.

New roof, huge yard, w/great views!

$157,500 Call Patt Gjonola: 973-7997

$77,900 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

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2 S Mason Ave, Amboy

Affordable family home, or great rental property.

Vinyl siding, newer windows. Great downtown

SM-ST11220-1117

location. $38,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

718 Woodlawn Dr, Prophetstown 4BR split level, great space for a reasonable price! Deck & a large fully fenced yard.

$79,900 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

3785 Rock St, Dixon

603 W Colden St, Polo

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

Lovely 4BR (2 main floor) 1.5BA home on oversized lot. Marble fireplace, newer roof,

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

furnace & water heater! $92,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

1017 Woodhill Cir, Dixon

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

$180,000 Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

Anne Karen Jim Bill Bill Nancy Diane Patt Matt Hermes Hermes Didier Smith Gorski Dempsey Fritts Schnake Gjonola Managing Broker 815-288-4648 815-441-4811 815-631-4295 815-440-3369 815-440-4817 815-440-7370 815-973-2686 815-288-6229 815-973-7997

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Thursday, November 17, 2016

Enjoy an eco-friendly holiday season (MS)

The color green is synonymous with the holiday season, as Christmas trees, mistletoe and holiday wreaths feature prominently throughout the month of December. But there are ways to make this holiday season even greener.

Going green around the house can save homeowners substantial amounts of money and benefit the planet in various ways. Yet come the holiday season, many people unintentionally eschew eco-friendly practices in an effort to make their homes as festive as possible.

Fortunately, there are several ways to enjoy an ecofriendly holiday season.

• Choose LED holiday lights. Holiday lighting displays help make the season even more special. But traditional incandescent holiday lights consume considerable amounts of energy and burn out much more quickly than more eco-friendly alternatives. According to Energy.gov, LED holiday lights consume less energy than incandescent holiday lights, and they’re also safer because LED lights burn cool, reducing the risk of combustion. In addition, LED lights are more resistant to breaking than incandescent bulbs, which should please homeowners who want to avoid broken or burned out bulbs that can ruin holiday lighting displays.

• Get creative with wrapping paper. The United States Environmental Protection Agency notes that household waste increases by 25 percent between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. That translates to about one million extra tons of waste in the roughly fiveweek holiday season. Much of that waste is wrapping paper. Instead of purchasing holiday wrapping paper that will ultimately end up in landfills, wrap gifts in reusable gift bags or old newspapers lying around the house. If you must use wrapping paper, choose recycled paper. In addition, save bows, ribbons and undamaged wrapping paper to use again next season.

• Turn down the thermostat. Holiday music fans know that the weather outside can be frightful during the holiday season. But holiday hosts inviting friends and family over this year can turn down the thermostat to save energy and make conditions inside the home more comfortable. Extra bodies inside the house will warm the place up, allowing homeowners to turn down the thermostat during parties. If you’re traveling for the season, program your thermostat so you’re not heating an empty home.

• Send e-cards. Holiday cards are a tradition in many families. But paper cards contribute heavily to that extra million tons of holiday-related waste noted by the EPA. In lieu of paper cards, send e-cards. E-cards can be emailed to friends and family, saving the cost of postage and the fuel required to deliver those cards.

511 E. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL 61081

815-626-7450

Judy Powell 815-716-7450

Jenni Dace 815-716-7675

Ed Hook

815-499-4848

NEW LISTING

In addition, e-cards save families the hassle of signing each individual card.

The holiday season is not the most eco-friendly time of year, but celebrants can take steps to reduce their carbon footprints between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. Newng! i List

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406.04± FSA tillable acres - No Improvements Open Lease for 2017 2± mi. NE of Monroe Center, Secs. 11 & 14, Monroe Twp. Call Timothy A. Harris, Managing Broker 815-875-7418

Sterling Family Home. Beautiful corner lot. 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Hardwood floors and ceramic tile. Lots of storage and builtins galore. Gorgeous kitchen, full basement (partially finished) with family room and new furnace & water heater, and newer central air.

$109,500

E L A S ING D N E P

Tree-Lined Acre Lot. Cape Cod 3-4 bedroom Montmorency home. Everything is newer and top of the line quality. Custom Walnut kitchen (John Martin), dining room, formal living room with fireplace. Main floor laundry. 2 updated modern baths. Walnut hardwood floors. Replacement windows. Finished basement. 2 ½ car attached garage plus 16x22 detached garage. One owner home.

$164,900

MLS# 09368743

Close to School … Cute 3 bedroom home with many updates. Newer roof, gutters, fence, pool, furnace and central air. Hardwood floors, updated bath, enclosed heated front porch, main floor den/office with French doors to the fenced backyard. 2 car detached garage with alley access.

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.

MLS#09370459

MLS#09326669

$82,000

$169,900

Information available at www.capitalag.com 22263 1365 North Ave., Princeton, IL 61356

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.

MLS#09342430

$62,900

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

MLS#09212322

$102,900

BIG GARAGE …... 36x21 with workshop plus an extra 1 stall garage with loft area. 3 bedrooms, oak kitchen with appliances, newer flooring, large full bath, 3-season room, newer water heater, chain link fenced backyard with multiple gates and alley access.

MLS#09372752

$76,000

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Rock Falls – 2 big bedrooms, covered front porch and new bathroom. Nice basement has plenty of storage and laundry. Alley and shed. Freshly painted exterior.

MLS#09255748

$44,900

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

Great office building located near downtown Sterling. 4-6 offices, hardwood floors, full basement. Previous seller used as home office. Has kitchen, full bath, CA and 2 car garage (heated & cooled). Excellent condition.

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$174,900

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Great starter or investment home. Located on 2 lots in Sterling. 2 bedroom features newer windows, updated electric and 1.5 car garage with additional 18x22 storage shed.

Updated 2 bedroom ranch has a nice floor plan. 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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MLS#09313547

$39,900

$73,900

$134,900

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Ranch all on one floor, 2 bedrooms – family room could be the 3rd bedroom. Large eatin kitchen and all the appliances stay. Brick paver patio and large utility shed. Nice treed lot in Sterling.

MLS#09347167

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$44,900

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Remodel for fire safety (MS)

By Scott McGillivray

www.CrawfordRealtyOnline.com

It’s surprising that, although millions of homes are remodeled in America each year, few homeowners realize the importance of remodeling with fire safety in mind.

815-285-3444, 124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon $63,900

MLS#09375028

While smoke alarms and fire extinguishers are top of mind, do you know how you can improve passive fire protection in your home?

Passive fire safety installations do not alert you to, or react to, the presence of fire in your home. This type of fire precaution is part of the core of the building and will help to control the fire by limiting its spread.

MLS#09369365

$115,000

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

311 W. BRAYTON RD., MOUNT MORRIS

743 HARRIET ST., DIXON

Cute two bedroom ranch home. This home features; one full bath, nice size kitchen open to dining area, living room, full basement, fenced yard, and patio. Nice size yard with storage shed. Call today for a showing!

One very effective form of passive fire protection is the installation of insulation.

When adding or upgrading insulation, look for products made from naturally fireresistant, inorganic materials. A favorite among builders, contractors and homeowners is a stone wool insulation called Roxul Safe ‘n’ Sound, which offers fire resistance up to 2,150° F. Its melting point is higher than the temperature of a typical house fire, which means it will stay in place longer to provide passive fire protection when every second counts.

Move right in!! This home has a lot to offer including, 4 bedrooms 2 1/2 baths, living room and separate family room plus large lot. All the work is done with newer furnace, windows and siding! Come check it out today!

$69,000

MLS#09361810

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

705 COTTONWOOD CT., DIXON

Cute home just outside of town. 3 bedrooms 2 bath home with updated windows, siding, roof, bathrooms and much more! Nice deck on back of the house with hot tub. Call today for a private showing.

$83,900

MLS#09366530

$69,900

MLS# 09356301

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

406 7TH AVE., STERLING

1201 14TH AVE., ROCK FALLS

4 bedroom home that’s been lovingly cared for and has had only 3 owners. Beautiful hardwood floors, fireplace, 2 summer porches, full walk-up attic, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and new windows on second floor. Plus a newer garage.

Effective compartmentalization through the use of fire-resistant materials can help avoid the spread of fire to other areas of the home, and more importantly, protect vital escape routes. Consider installing a fire-resistant insulation in walls, floors and ceilings to maximize protection and escape time.

MLS#09338129

109 S. SYCAMORE ST., FRANKLIN GROVE

Scott McGillivray is the award-winning TV host of the hit series “Income Property” on DIY Network, a full-time real estate investor, contractor, author, and educator.

$254,900

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

MLS#09297803

$239,900

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

7929 GREEN ST., DIXON

504 N. 5TH ST., OREGON

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.

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618 NACHUSA AVE., 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.

$43,500

MLS#09322244

$41,900

MLS#09327992

Five acre country property with beautiful views of Franklin Creek. Large 45X53 pole building.

Kitchen completely remodeled in 2013. Vinyl siding & windows updated in 2013. Zoned AG.

$164,900

One Story Living in newer ranch home has a grand great room with fireplace, master bedroom suite plus much needed main floor laundry, two decks on 1.08 acres in Wild Cat Subdivision.

$69,900

MLS#09264717

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

1950 COUGAR CT., DIXON

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!

$139,900

MLS#09267033

Grand brick 2 story home. Complete with walk up attic, lots of character in the woodwork, moldings, fireplaces, and more.

An in-ground pool, large shed, approximate 2 acre parcel. Tremendous possibilities.

1626 IL ROUTE 38, FRANKLIN GROVE

Great Rental Opportunity! Main floor laundry, large room on main floor could be additional living area, large eat-in kitchen and full bath. Large lot with one car detached garage and alley access.

MLS#09323616

526 E. MAIN ST., AMBOY

2 bedroom 1 bath ranch home on a corner lot with alley access and an attached 1 car garage.

$42,000

MLS#09355241

MLS#09255033

$184,900

901-1/2 W. Route 30 • Rock Falls, IL 61071

815-625-7183

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$144,000

MLS#09369364

Pat Leonard

Suzette Hanover

535-1274

718-1307

Managing Broker

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Broker

310 WILD RICE LN., DIXON

2015 SUGAR GROVE RD., DIXON

Lost Lake Cedar wood-sided home with attached 2 car garage. The 2 bedrooms have large closets. Home sits on 3 lots. Partially finished basement offers a 1/2 bath with a family room or additional bedroom. Must See!

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401 AUTUMNWOOD LN. UNIT 401, DIXON

Nice ranch home between Dixon and Sterling on large lot. Home has two bedrooms, one car attached garage, full basement plus walk up attic. Nice threeseason/mud room.

$249,500

MLS#09254101

MLS#09247856

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Autumnwood Home - 55 and older community. Two bedrooms and two baths plus large open floor plan and two porches.

Main floor laundry. Text 13463 to 46835.

$219,000

$89,500

MLS#09223143

PRICE REDUCED

1211 12TH AVE., STERLING 704 11TH AVE., ROCK FALLS 3 Bedroom, 1 bath home features living room Maintenance free 2 bedroom, 1 bath, partially with wood-burning fireplace, main floor bedroom, finished basement has 3rd bedroom and fenced yard, covered patio and 1-car garage. additional bath. 1-car garage.

Priced $10,000 below appraised value for quick sale.

202 11TH AVE., STERLING 3 Bedroom (possible 4th bedroom) with NEW living room addition. Updated kitchen and bath, newer roof and siding. 2-car garage with workshop.

#09386885

# 09342686

$49,900 #09340836

$59,900

MOTIVATED SELLER Owner would like an offer on this 2 bedroom home sitting on a corner lot in Tampico. Has a partial basement and a 2 car detached garage.

#09135177

#09271244

$525,000

$21,900

SEE OUR VIRTUAL TOURS ONLINE!

1024 IDLE OAK RUN, DIXON

7960 W. RENEE RUE, DIXON

Contemporary Home boasts endless space with its 4-5 bedrooms and 4 baths, 2 garages, finished lower level on wooded double lot.

$87,500

CUTE AS A BUTTON 3 STEEL BUILDINGS This 2 bedroom home is move-in ready. It has All have 3 phase electric. 130’ deep well feeds all newer flooring in living room & kitchen. Enclosed front porch with carpeted floor. Some replacement 3 buildings. Each building has its own septic and windows. Full basement, fenced yard, and a 1 car drainfield. Sitting on 2 acres. garage.

$39,900 #09273067

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Kirsten Crawford Managing Broker 815-973-0841

SM-ST11221-1117

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Dave DeVries Managing Broker 815-441-1446

815-380-2500

Dawn Nielsen 815-441-3515

Wes Anderson 815-499-5146

Very nice brick ranch with updated kitchen, stainless steel appliances, attached garage, main floor laundry and master bath. Nice location in walking distance of shopping, church, school and park. See it today.

Vickie Gutierrez 815-973-4444

Piper Grazulis 815-631-4446

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314 MARCLARE ST., DIXON

Chateau Woods – Beautiful wooded lot and spacious home with gorgeous curb appeal, circular drive, over-sized garage and home with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, deck, screened porch – this is a must see with a long list of updates!

Merdita Heald 815-718-2272

Patti Shoemaker 815-994-8794

Vicky Turner 815-973-5548

Tracy DeVries 815-564-8732

Drew DeVries 815-909-8330

1201 1st Avenue, Rock Falls www.MyXtremeRealty.com NEWNG I LIST

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and bath in this renovated 3 bedroom home with main floor laundry, fenced yard, and a 2 car garage.

Great location on this 2 bedroom foreclosure in NE Sterling. Full basement, 1 car garage, and patio. Sold As Is!

Move right into this spacious home on Dixon’s North side. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, huge living room and a lower level family room with a gas fireplace & wet bar. 2 car attached garage and a storage shed. Call today for your private showing!

3 total bedrooms. Sterling area. Lots of updates including remodeled bathrooms, flooring throughout, new driveway & sidewalks, and sewer line. Hot tub and fenced in yard.

Call Tracy DeVries 815-564-8732 www.SuperDaveHomes.com

$74,900

#09385808

Call Dave DeVries 815-441-1446 www.SuperDaveHomes.com

$28,000

#09383715

Tracy DeVries 815-564-8732 $119,900 MLS#09273623

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

$85,000

#09374926

EAST COLOMA SCHOOL DISTRICT

LOTS OF UPDATES!

KILGOUR PARK

SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM HOME

3 Bedrooms, 3+ car garage, 2 lots, newer furnace and air.

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

Charming 2 bedroom, 2-story home with hardwood floors, formal dining area, 4-season room and a newer bath. Newer roof and central air. Full basement and fenced yard.

Main floor bedroom, eat-in kitchen with snack bar open to dining room.

“Rent to Own” possible.

Dawn Nielsen 815-441-3515 www.815home.com

$75,900

#09324493

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

INCOME PRODUCER

CUTE & COZY!

Spacious 2 unit duplex on 11th Avenue in Sterling. Vinyl siding, newer roof, replacement windows. Motivated sellers settling an estate.

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

Wes Anderson 815-499-5146

$47,000

#09085095

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

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$59,900

#09032671

Dawn Nielsen 815-441-3515 www.815home.com

$49,900

#09130750

BRING ON THE TOYS Lots of room on this 2 ½ acre property for the family to enjoy. Just 2 miles from town in Montmorency School area. Gas and electric to the property. Easy hard road access.

$24,900

Wes Anderson 815-499-5146

#08757352

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Thursday, November 17, 2016

How to avoid the cold comfort of a drafty house

Sauk Valley 110 E. LYNN BLVD. STERLING, IL 61081 (815) 625-3722

(MS)

For those who live in older homes, the transition to colder weather can be extra disheartening, as the vision of expensive heating bills, chilly rooms and drafty windows dance in their heads. However, it’s easy to change the outlook from cold to cozy with a few simple DIY solutions.

The most effective way to improve the comfort level in your home is to properly insulate. Insulation can be inadequate in older homes. Over time, it can settle and compact, creating gaps. Topping up attic insulation will help keep the warm air in, reducing heating bills and preventing stress on your furnace. For easy installation, homeowners and professionals alike recommend a stone wool batt insulation product called Roxul Comfortbatt. For attics, aim for an r-value of R-50 or a depth of 16 inches.

A little preparation can go a long way to keep the cold at bay. Seal out drafts by replacing worn weatherstripping and caulking along windows, doors, baseboards, and trim. For other ways to beat the cold, consider inexpensive window insulation kits along with thicker drapes, and don’t forget to reverse ceiling fans to push warm air back down.

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Vacation every day with this open floor plan LAKE FRONT ranch built in 2008.

Extra deep finished/heated attached garage perfect for a “Man Cave”. Additional garage with 2 separate sections for more garage/storage space. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 4-season room and main floor EVERYTHING. Call Laurie at 815-4991587 or Eric at 815-973-6768 to view.

This CLEAN lake front 2-story is waiting for you. Currently set up as a duplex, but easily converted back to a single family – lots of possibilities! Live in one unit and have the other provide income, or as a single family you will have tons of space for everyone. All this with a large 2 car garage and a million dollar view. Call Laurie at 815-499-1587 or Eric at 815-973-6768 to view.

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Gorgeous wooded lots in country subdivision with city sewer and community water. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 for more details or go to BirdRealtySells.com.

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CHANDRA MEYER

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DAVE TWINING

815-499-6711 dtwining@comcast.net davetwining.com

DEB PROCTOR

815-213-0164 deb@debproctor.com debproctor.com

FRANK MURPHY

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Immaculate 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath custom home on over 2 acres, featuring oak flooring, doors and trim, 25x35 great room, wood burning fireplace, walkout lower level, 3.5 car attached heated garage plus a 2 car detached heated garage with shop. This home is one of a kind! Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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60 Acres Class “A” Soils

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

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3 Bedroom, 2 bath mobile home offering a master suite with walk-in closet and large garden tub. Large living room, storage shed, deck and much more! All appliances stay.

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

815-677-2164 traceyd@remax.net sellsaukvalley.com

815-716-7379 jill@bardierteam.com bardierteam.com

JIM CESAREK

815-716-0976 sold@jimandtim.com jimandtim.com

TIM MCCASLIN

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Check out this 2 bedroom home with many updates including remodeled kitchen, newer paint and flooring, newer furnace, 2 large decks and much more! Call Eric today at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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This 3 bedroom home offers a large living room, vaulted ceilings, full basement, large deck, large wooded lot, and much more. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to BirdRealtySells.com for details.

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Prime location between Dixon and Sterling on a quiet cul-de-sac. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch has been remodeled and is in exceptionally clean, move-in condition. Features include a master bedroom/bath with whirlpool tub, living room fireplace, full basement with family room and more space, newer Trane furnace and water heater, lots of closets and storage, all located on a ½ acre lot with a tree-lined back yard for privacy. Call Laurie for a showing at 815-499-1587.

Cute 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath bungalow in move-in condition.

Garage roof and water heater new in 2015. All appliances stay.

Call John at 815-718-0956 to see or go to johndorenbos.com for more information.

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