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Thursday, March 5, 2015

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10619 Hoover Road, Rock Falls

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3 bedroom 1.5 bath. Features large oak kitchen, all appliances, lunch bar and adjoining dining area with French doors to the hot tub. Main floor laundry. 3 year old washer & dryer. Bonus room could be the 4th bedroom. 2 car attached garage. Easy to show! $115,000

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110 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, IL 61081

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#08819139

3 bedroom, 2.5 bath ranch with finished basement located in central Dixon location. Main floor laundry, remodeled bathrooms, large kitchen with stainless steel appliances.

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John Rosengren Broker/Owner 815-631-8550

511 E. 3rd Street, Sterling, IL 61081

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$119,900

$229,900

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This beautiful home features a stone exterior and a classic tile roof. Completely new kitchen, 4 bedrooms, formal dining room, large living room with a fireplace and a sunroom. Newer boiler & lots of updates.

The kitchen features a granite breakfast bar, custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances and wood floors.

SPACIOUS ONE LEVEL RANCH

This home offers 1.940 Sq. Ft, and everything is on one level. Features include a large formal living room, a formal dining room & an eat-in kitchen, family room, large main floor laundry, 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths. This home also features a full basement 2 car garage and a deck off the family room.

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$59,000

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NICE BEDROOM, 1 BATH POLO

MOVE IN READY

2 bedroom home with full basement, central air, large rooms & 2 car garage.

Owned and cared for by the same family since new. Cheaper to buy than rent.

www.FrankMurphyRealtor.com #08845693

$263,500

BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME Located in Historical Grand Detour. Redone from the top to the bottom, 2.5 bathrooms, 4 bedrooms, sits on double lot with 2 additional lots available.

Nice 1 bedroom, 1 bath home in Polo. Hot water heater is 3 years old, roof and gutters 5 years old. Nice backyard with room for a garden.

Call Mike Hoff 815-677-1939

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815-499-1590 $125,000

#08508113

FANTASTIC 3-4 BEDROOM HOME ACROSS FROM POLO

Full basement home built in 2004. 2 car attached garage. Huge pole shed with loft.

All the bells & whistles.

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#08803860

$69,900

3 BEDROOM HOME ON 1 ACRE

Easy access to Morrison, Sterling or Rock Falls. Home is freshly painted.

Updated carpeting, 2 decks large enough for small party.

See @ www.BardierTeam.com Call Lee Bardier 815-716-3604

5 BEDROOM - 4 BATH SPACIOUS HOME

Rebuilt from studs up, beautiful kitchen, sunroom, deck, new 2+ car garage.

815-440-0689 $89,900

$179,900

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$57,900

#08830740

RANCH WITH BASEMENT

3 bedroom ranch home. 4th bedroom and second bath in basement. Eat-in kitchen. New furnace in 2015. New water heater 2014. New gutters 2014. Call Jill Ramirez (Hablo Espanol) 815-7167379 See @ www.BardierTeam.com

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Updated home close to schools and library, with the fairgrounds practically in your backyard! An enclosed back porch opens to the roomy backyard, while living and dining rooms feature beautiful hardwood flooring.

The home offers a gas fireplace, newer roof & recently remodeled bathrooms.

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$175,900

#08794456

PERFECTION

Everything is on one level in this newer ranch & offers absolute move-in condition. Custom built with upgrades everywhere. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and a deep, full finished basement with a wet bar & plenty of storage. Additional features include a 3 car garage & an irrigation system for the yard. Adjacent to park and close to everything.

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Built in 1885 by EF Lawrence, this property has served as a stately residence, private key club, fine dining restaurant, medical offices and a tattoo parlor. With approximately 6,300 Sq. Ft, this unique property offers a tremendous opportunity! Solid Cherry woodwork, fireplace on each level, rental cottage & more! Come see it to believe it!

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Townhouse style duplex with a proven record of wealth building cash flow. Call John for a 15 year profit projection analysis.

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$299,000

#08844620

$45,270

#08758709

$91,000

SMALL TOWN LIVING

Large 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with fireplace.

Call Gary for more information 815298-1357 www.garycorwell.com

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$129,000

RANCH ON 1 ACRE WOODED LOT

Nice 2 bedroom, 2 bath outside of town.

Call Gary for more information 815298-1357 www.garycorwell.com

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CUSTOM & QUALITY BUILT

3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 5 acres plus a 24x36 Cleary Pole building. For more details and pictures log on to: www.19656PenningtonRoad.com

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C2 • Sauk Valley Media Lee County Property Transfers

www.saukvalley.com ley, Kimberly S. Bottomley, Dixon, Block 112,Lot 4, $50,000.

Sept. 8 Sept. 10 Daniel H. Hansen, Dorothy J. Hansen, QCDD to Anthony F. Brookhouse, Woodhaven Lakes, Block 2, Lot 263.

Julie A. Enright, Julie Ann Sterba AKA, QCDD to Julie Ann Sterba, Thomas John Sterba, Woodhaven Lakes, Block 2, Lot 67,68.

Dawn M. Karpiesz, Harry Kirkpatrick, QCDD to Mary Catherine Sanders, Woodhaven Lakes, Block 5, Lot 446.

Margarita Colon, Miguel A. Colon, dec., QCDD to Moraima Cruz, Woodhaven Lakes, Block 8, Lot 4.

Elvira Diaz, QCDD to Javier L. Diaz, Woodhaven Lakes, Block 22, Lot 42.

Javier L. Diaz, QCDD to Wieslaw Zaskowski, Woodhaven Lakes, Block 22, Lot 42.

JB Esmers Land Care Company, WDD to Mary Strom Goral, Tim Goral, Dixon Township, Tract Section 31,SE-NE, $10,000.

Midwest Tulsa Property, Inc., WDD to Helpisis M. Genao, Janice Genao, Woodhaven Lakes, Block 19, Lot 44, $4,000.

Michael A. Mey, Teresa L. Mey, WDTR to Ryan L. Mackey, Tara L. Mackey, Crestview Heights Unit One, Lot 1, $190,000.

Donna K. Fredericks, QCDD to Donald J. Wearmouth, Sandra K. Wearmouth, East Grove Township, Tract Section 10,SE,EH. Sept. 9 Nathan W. Richards, WDD to Joseph P. Rankin, Walnut Sub (Hines Addition), Lot 3, $95,000.

Dustin Kelly, WDTR to Dark Land Trust #1, Thomas Murray, trustee, Fargo Addition, LOt 52, $37,000.

David O. Halvorson, Paul D. Halvorson, Ann Marie Rowley, WDTR to Timothy R. Hinrichs, Judith K. Ross, trustee, Special Needs Trust, Pollock Subdivision, Lot 7, $54,000.

Stacie L. McCullough, WDD to Jeffery M. Bottom-

Charles J. Blaisdell Jr., Lee County Sheriff, SHDD to Carrington Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2006 FRE 1, Wells Fargo Bank, NA, trustee, Rogers (FE) Second Addition, Block 1, Lot 1,3.

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Thursday, March 5, 2015

Help your home’s exterior rebound from harsh winter weather

their roofs or hire a professional to get a closer look.

Another way to determine if the roof was damaged is to go into your attic and check for water damage near roof trusses. Water damage indicates something went awry over the winter.

(MS) — The seasons can be harsh on homes, and perhaps no season is more taxing on a home’s exterior than winter. Harsh winter weather can take a toll on roofs, gutters, landscaping, and just about any other part of the home that must face the cold head-on.

The following are a few areas of your home that might need some help rebounding from winter now that spring has finally arrived.

Russell L. Beck, QCDD to Nancy L. Beck, Ricky R. • Gutters: Gutters are vulnerable to winter weather, Beck, West Dixon, Block 19, as strong winds may blow debris into the gutters or even blow the gutters off of the house. Gutters should Lot 1,4. be cleaned prior to and immediately after winter to ensure they’re working properly and not backing up Russell Beck, QCDD to to the point that water can build up and damage the Ronald W. Beck, Stacey L. roof. Reattach any loose gutters and clear them of any Beck, Suburban Acres, Lot debris left behind by winter winds.

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• Roof: The roof is another area of your home’s exteSept. 12 rior that may have been beaten down over the winter.

Examine the roof for cracked, missing or deformed Patricia Ann Whitmore shingles that can allow water to enter a home and Rod, trustee, Patricia Ann damage its interior. Some roof damage is visible from the ground, but homeowners who just endured Whitmore Declaration of Trust, QCDD to Patricia Ann especially harsh winters may want to climb up on Whitmore Rod Declaration of Trust, Patricia Ann Whitmore Rod, trustee, Sublette Township, Tract Section 32,NW,EH;NE-SW;NWSE;NE,WH; Section 29,SE,WH;SE-SW,EH.

• Walkways and driveways: Heavy snowfall or significant accumulation of ice over the winter can result in cracked or damaged walkways, driveways and porches. Some of this damage may have resulted from aggressive shoveling or breaking up of ice. Look for any cracks in areas that needed shoveling over the winter, as such cracks can be safety hazards and may even prove to be entry points into your home for water or critters.

• Landscaping: Landscaping also tends to take a hit in areas that experience harsh winters. Winter storms may damage trees, which can put a home right in the line of falling limbs or worse. Walk around your property to inspect for tree damage, removing any fallen limbs or cutting down any limbs that appear dead or that might eventually prove a safety hazard. In addition, check the grass for any dead spots that might have fallen victim to winter freeze, and address those spots when the time comes to revitalize your lawn.

• Appliances: When surveying your property after a long winter, inspect appliances like a central air conditioning unit or even dryer vents to make sure they made it through the winter unscathed. Such appliances may have proven an attractive nesting spot for animals over the winter, but damage can be significant if vermin or other animals seek shelter from winter weather inside appliances.

Jennifer R. Sprague, Jennifer R. Summers FKA, QCDD to Anthony E. Sprague, West End Addition, Block 8, Lot 7,8.

Janet L. Hoyle, Roger W. Hoyle, WDD to Sophroana L. Chambers, Country Club Estates Phase II, Lot 26, $2,000.

Sophroana L. Chambers, WDD to Kasey T. Paul, Country Club Estates, Lot 10, Country Club Estates Phase II, Lot 26, $176,500.

John R. Mekell, WDD to Anna Bida-Dudan, Idle Oak Run Phase IV, Lot 7, $235,000.

Howard D. Wiemken, WDD to John F. McBride, Henson’s Riverview Sub, Lot 21, $100,000.

Georgina G. Meusel, Travis E. Meusel, WDD to Jeremiah V. Kresanek, Adelheid Addition, Block 7, Lot 9, $80,000.

Alan D. Stephens, Terri L. Stephens, WDD to Sameer S. Jain, Poonam Sachdev, Rockview River Run, Lot 183,184, $195,000.

Ben Ricci, Sara Ricci, WDD to Elizabeth Ciciora, Walter Ciciora, Elaine Pikula, Woodhaven Lakes, Block 5, Lot 364, $3,000.

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$67,000

MLS# 08767756

Brick Ranch with great open floor plan. 2 Large bedrooms with hard wood floors, screened room attached, gas fireplace, oversize scenic lot. Nice, convenient location. Very clean. Immediate possession.

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Above ground pool with new liner, large deck and play set. Large baths, hardwood floors, central air and walk-up attic.

$75,000

MLS#08750462

Country Cape Cod on 2.42 Acres. 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths with hardwood floors. Newer kitchen with oak cabinets and the appliances stay. Newer roof and replacement windows. Full basement.

Located on a hard road.

MLS#08754661

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$47,900

Cute Starter Home.....2 bedrooms, main floor laundry, basement. Newer siding and roof. Fenced backyard.

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Over 1,500 sq. ft. features 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, main floor family room with fireplace. Main floor laundry, appliances stay and fenced backyard.

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MLS#08760829

Sterling 2 story, good size - 3 or 4 This adorable Cape Cod offers a newer oak bedroom home with dining room, kitchen with appliances, hardwood floors newer windows. Full basement, large main floor bedroom and 2 car &wrap-around deck and 1 car garage. Great garage. starter home.

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1978 Skyline Mobile Home. New carpet, kitchen floor and window blinds throughout. New shutters, eve spouts and back door. Fresh paint in bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and hallway. Lot rent $205/month includes water, garbage, sewer and cable.

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$17,900

2009 Mobile Home offers three bedrooms, 2 bath, - master bath and large master bedroom. Open kitchen and living room. Shed and vinyl siding - clean, clean, clean!!

$36,500

$69,900

3 bedroom bedroom, 3 bath, bath brick ranch situated on a nice treed lot.

Interior all new including furnace, windows, kitchen, and flooring.

Large great room, main floor laundry and updated baths. NEW WELL and 2 car attached garage plus storage shed.

MLS#08841130

$174,900

STERLING CHARMER!!!

Hardwood Floors. Nice oak kitchen with separate butler pantry.

3 bedroom, brand new ceramic bath. Formal dining room, open oak staircase. Newer windows and newer 2 car garage.

$67,900

MLS#08749476

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Not many this nice for the price! A well decorated 3 bedroom home with a FULL BASEMENT. One bath, eat-in kitchen with very nice appliances, living room, one car garage and cozy backyard.

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$37,900 #08768480

DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY

Great commercial property with endless development potential. Just off the corner of North Galena Ave. & Lowell Park Rd., with high traffic count. Next to Burger King and across the street from Walgreens. Owner will sell smaller parcel or the whole 5 acre M.O.L parcel.

Many options available. Zoned B2.

Call Kevin Considine for Details.

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Established bar located in downtown Dixon with events that include art, theatre, music and amazing fine dining nearby. Downtown Dixon has become the place to be with events, festivals and the nearby Multimillion Dollar Dixon Riverfront which is seasonally active almost every weekend. The downtown has just undergone a massive renovation with street-scaping, new sidewalks, roads and MLS#08693954 landscaping.

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A business opportunity close-in location in Rock Falls steps away from the new hotel & convention center.

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Lovely 1 bedroom on Rock River with 60 ft. of frontage.

30x7 deck with beautiful view of river. Constructed in 2002. Vinyl siding, 1 car garage. Kitchen has oak cabinets, full bath with shower, gas fireplace. Excellent condition with modern septic system and good well system, high quality water. Walking distance to Moonlight Bay Marina & Restaurant. Sterling. Realtor related.

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Dixon home on one of a kind riverfront lot. 2 stories with 200 ft. river frontage, incredible views. Large rooms, formal dining, updated kitchen, enclosed front porch, open staircase & grand foyer compliment this home. 2nd floor laundry & attached MLS#08761112 garage. Virtual Tour @ www.UCBurkeRealty.com

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815-285-3444, 124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon MLS#08848249 NEW LISTING

$179,900

728 HEIGHTS RD, DIXON

Charming 3 bedroom ranch home near Lowell Park won’t last long! Beautiful, private back yard. Many updates since 2009 & just a bit outside of city limits without the city taxes!

$69,900

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MLS#08848091 NEW LISTING

$125,500

1115 DEMENT AVE., DIXON

Move in ready! 3 bedroom ranch has a lot of updates & fenced back yard. Completely repainted and hardwood floors make this a MUST SEE! Call for your private showing!

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$85,000

MLS#08846634 NEW LISTING

$40,000

517 MORGAN ST., DIXON

Great investment at this good north side address.

Needs your sweat equity and skills and this 3 bedroom could be a jewel. Wonderful deep lot, newer roof, walking distance to school and park.

MLS#08845530

$79,500

510 E MCKENNEY STREET, DIXON

1111 W. 6TH STREET, DIXON

Adorable home with large fenced lot & large heated 2 car garage has 3 bedrooms 1.5 baths.

Lots of NEW! Call today for a showing!

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MLS#08845503

000 CHICAGO STREET, DIXON

Great property for building your dream home or using for recreation. These 2 lots are situated between Dixon & Rock Falls in Woodland Shores Subdivision.

MLS#08825783

$64,900

215 E 3RD ST., DIXON

This home features 2 good sized bedrooms, a large 2 car garage and a full basement. All this and a great location! Call today!

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15 W. MAIN STREET, AMBOY

2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 2 car garage, privacy fenced backyard. Completely remodeled in the last six years.

MLS# 08762728

$239,000

693 BLOODY GULCH RD., DIXON

Looking for a beautiful home just a little ways out? See this great 3 bedroom 2.5 bath on almost an acre. Main floor laundry, 3 car garage, nicely landscaped, park like yard. This is an impressive home! Call today!

MLS#08746219

$39,000

408 W FULTON ST, POLO

French doors in dining room/living area, large eat in kitchen, wrap around porch, remodeled upstairs has skylights. Extra wide lot, alley access, 2 car garage.

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Adorable craftsman style home with loads of character. The home has natural woodwork throughout & beautifully refinished hardwood floors. Many updates include wiring, walls & ceilings have been textured and painted, new bathroom, new kitchen, roof, back porch and more.

MLS#08834631

$51,000

1221 LONG STREET, DIXON

Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, fireplace, mud room off of three car attached garage, his & hers dens (or offices) 4 good sized bedrooms & main floor laundry & a huge master suite. Home is located just outside city limits and offers a low county tax rate.

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$33,000

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2 bedroom 1 bath with enclosed porch & 2 car garage on a corner lot. Updates include: Central Air in 2012, Roof and New Furnace in 2013.

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On 2 acres completely redone plus addition; eat-in kitchen, 5 bedrooms includes master bedroom suite, weight room, huge shop & 2 garages, multi-tiered deck covered patio & gorgeous in-ground pool, floor to ceiling fireplace, hardwood floors and 3 car plus out building.

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230 EAST AVE., AMBOY

Small living in this 1 bedroom, living room, kitchen and full bath with tons of garage space including a workshop. Double driveway plus extra storage.

MLS#08815445

$74,000

833 N OTTAWA AVE, DIXON

1604 3RD ST., DIXON

4 bedroom home on corner lot with loads of potential!

MLS#08799439

$139,900

1100 HENDERSON AVENUE, DIXON One of a kind home on large lot with 2 additional lots with creek. This is not a drive by property. “YOU MUST SEE” what it has to offer.

MLS# 08762250

$199,900

387 WOODSIDE PL., DIXON

3 bedroom 2 bath ranch home, 2 x 6 construction, 9 ft ceilings. Large kitchen with breakfast bar. Enjoy the deck and the partially fenced yard. Main floor laundry and a 3 car garage.

MLS#08738782

$125,000

606 CRAWFORD AVENUE, DIXON

4 bedroom,1-1/2 bath home, 2 car detached garage, open floor plan, eat-in kitchen, french doors to patio, walk up attic, partially finished basement, and a patio deck with built in benches.

3 bedroom 2 full bath home offers main floor laundry, office, and sunny front porch, 1 car garage and an expansive, privacy fenced yard with patio great for entertaining.

MLS#08774087

$99,000

118 E. MCKENNEY STREET, DIXON

Lovely & charming home in great NE location, this home offers many possibilities

MLS#08751613

$86,900

1254 SOUTH ST., NACHUSA

Very nice 2 story home located in Nachusa. Completely remodeled with new carpet and new vinyl flooring in kitchen & bathrooms.

MLS#08733265

$125,000

611 S. 6TH ST., OREGON Large 4 bedroom home on corner lot has 2 garages, a 2 car detached garage and a 1 car detached garage, fenced yard and above ground pool.

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But even homeowners without any space or budget constraints should give careful consideration to which fire pit they ultimately install, especially if they plan to make that installation themselves. The following are some dos and don’ts of fire pits for those homeowners about to add this relaxing and popular accessory to their backyards.

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DO confirm you can legally build a fire pit in your yard. Fire pits have become so commonplace that homeowners may think there are no regulations governing their construction. However, it’s still best to confirm with your local government planning or zoning offices if you can build a fire pit and if any restrictions apply.

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DON’T proceed with the project until you have been granted official approval. Assuming you have the go-ahead to build a fire pit is not the same thing as knowing you have been approved. Starting early could result in fines if it turns out you aren’t allowed to have a fire pit. But you may also begin building a bigger fire pit than the local government allows, and that could be money down the drain later. Wait until you get

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DO build on flat ground. The fire pit should be built on flat ground to reduce risk of accident and/or injury. A fire pit built on flat ground also means everyone can enjoy it comfortably and equally once the project is finished. If the ground around the pit is not flat, some people may be forced to sit crooked or lean forward just to enjoy the pit.

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Spring swimming pool installation tips

Is my yard suitable for a pool?

Some yards may not be large enough for pools, while others may not meet the zoning requirements set forth by the town. Still other yards may have soil that’s not suitable for putting in an inground pool, or may have a high water table that can delay construction.

DON’T build near flammable structures. Build the fire pit far enough away from existing structures, such as your home, garage or shed, so flickering flames do not catch some wind and lead to disaster. Before building in a given spot, monitor the wind patterns for a few days by sitting in a lawn chair at the spot you ultimately want the fire pit to be. If you notice the wind is blowing toward your house, you will want to choose another area for the pit so smoke from the fire will not be blowing into your home every night.

What is the average weather?

Will a pool be enjoyed enough to warrant the cost?

Homeowners who live in areas that get many hot days will likely get their money’s worth. But if the climate suggests that a pool will sit unused more often than not, perhaps a pool is not the best investment.

DO choose the right size. The size of your fire pit will depend on the space you have available, but even if you have a vast swath of space, keep in mind that professional contractors typically recommend building a fire pit no bigger than 44 inches wide. Anything larger can be unsightly and may not appeal to prospective buyers down the road. In addition, an especially large fire pit may result in potentially unruly flames that can present a fire hazard.

DON’T go it alone if your DIY skills are suspect.

Installing a fire pit is a relatively inexpensive DIY job, but that does not mean anyone can do it. Ground needs to be excavated and the slope of the yard must be measured so the fire pit is safe and functional for years to come. If your DIY skills are not up to snuff, hire a professional contractor so your backyard oasis does not become a costly headache.

A fire pit can turn a boring backyard into a relaxing retreat. But homeowners must adhere to the dos and don’ts of fire pits to ensure their retreat is something they can enjoy for years to come.

Can we afford it?

A pool can range from a few hundred dollars for inflatable or self-installing models to many thousands for elaborate inground designs. You budget will dictate which type of pool you can afford to install.

How will we use the pool?

Decide if you’re putting in a pool for the kids, to entertain the family or to make an architectural statement in the yard. Having a clear sense of purpose will help to guide the decision-making process.

Who will maintain the pool?

(MS) — Now that the weather is warming up, many homeowners’ thoughts are drifting toward relaxing days spent soaking up some sun by the pool. Early spring is a great time to install a pool so the family has a go-to hangout by the time summer arrives.

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Are there any safety concerns?

Parents of young children may be hesitant to install a pool, but today’s pool installation codes consider many of the potential hazards of a pool and attempt to eliminate them. Fences surrounding inground pools with self-locking gates, as well as locking ladders for above-ground pools can eliminate accidental falls into unattended pools. Your municipality will have a list of requirements for pools, so peruse the list prior to making your final decision.

If the decision has been made to move ahead with a pool, it can be helpful to understand a few facts about the process of installing a pool.

Sand, soil backfill or gravel may be needed to level out a landscape, and things may get noisy and messy when the installation hits full swing.

Always work with a pool-installation company that has earned positive reviews and has a stellar record of service. While this does not guarantee that the job will not encounter problems, contractors with glowing reviews tend to have earned those reviews. Read reviews from unbiased, online customers as well as any friends or family members who have used a particular pool company.

Some homeowners can handle installing aboveground pools on their own, but less DIY-savvy homeowners may want to leave the installation to a professional installer to ensure the job is done right.

It’s important that homeowners recognize that the installation of a pool may require some heavy machinery, which can damage lawns. Fence panels may have to be removed to let in excavation equipment.

Backyard swimming pools make for an enjoyable place to congregate when the weather is hot. Follow a few guidelines and ask the necessary questions to make a pool installation go more smoothly.

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Michael Hoff 815-677-1939 MichaelHoffRemax@gmail.com

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$112,000

110 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, IL 61081

Jim Cesarek Tim McCaslin Managing Broker Broker/Owner 815-716-0976 815-716-7653

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1319 N. Galena Ave. Dixon, IL 61021

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$69,900

#08812422

$56,500

#08628538

Michael Hoff 815-677-1939

EASY ACCESS

OWN WITH EASE

2 family property, lots of remodeling throughout. Close to shopping, schools & downtown area. Good income potential.

Large off street parking.

Inside & out this has it all. Large living room, dining area, newer oak kitchen with appliances. Full partially finished lower level. 1 garage with attached small apartment area. Plus additional 3 car garage and lot.

Call Louise 815-632-8942

Louise Gibbons 815-632-8942

Call Louise 815-632-8942

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(815) 284-4663

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For All your Real Estate needs in the Sauk Valley and All Surrounding areas, give Mike a call. Whether buying, selling or leasing, Mike has the tools and sales experience you need!

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www.louisegibbons.com

$65,000

#08809435

$28,500

#08759257

Brian Corwell 815-716-0772 Keith Zoeller 815-622-1598

SAY HELLO TO A GOOD BUY!

Move in ready from top to bottom! Newer kitchen floor & double oven. Hardwood floors in the 3 bedrooms. Master .5 bath.

Attached 2 car heated garage. Plenty of storage in the partial basement. Call today and move tomorrow!

Call Patti Sword 815-590-0130 Or Visit PattiSword.com/08819409

Patti Sword 815-590-0130 www.PattiSword.com #08810770

$229,900

#08741270

$299,000

IMAGINE...

Hosting family and friends around your beautiful in-ground pool. Walk out lower level with wet bar, 2nd kitchen & huge family room/game room. 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths.

Huge master suite with adjoining sun room overlooking the pool. So much to offer here!

Call today!

Call Patti Sword 815-590-0130 Or Visit PattiSword.com/08741270

BIG FAMILY? LOVE THE RIVER? Entertaining is a breeze in this spectacular Rock River home. Super spacious bi-level styling. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Upper level family room, lower level family room and large deck. Loaded with perennials! Perfectly situated between Sterling & Dixon with great views! Summer will be here soon! Call now!

Call Patti Sword 815-590-0130 Or Visit PattiSword.com/08810770

LOOKING FOR YOUR FIRST HOME? This 2 bedroom, 1.75 bath home is located on a corner lot one block from the Rock River. The partial basement features a bath and a family room with a wet bar. New shingles were installed in 2013. Large fenced yard. Shed. Covered front porch and covered patio. This is a nice home that needs some updating.

Call Linda Today!

This 2-3 bedroom ranch style home is located on a large lot (.64 acre) on the outskirts of the Village of Coleta. Nice open floor plan features a handsome oak kitchen with dining area and a spacious living room. Remodeled full bath and several new windows. Full basement. New shingles were installed in 2013.

Covered patio. Shed. See it at: www.LindaSanders.com

Jill Ramirez 815-716-7379 $44,900 ew ng N sti Li

www.jimandtim.com

#08842440

Dave Twining 815-499-6711

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2 bedroom, 1 bath, great location. Nice investment property or starter home.

Single level property with full basement and entry deck.Call Dave 815-499-6711.

Visual tour @ www.davetwining.com

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815-499-6711

DON’T DEPEND ON LUCK

zoellerag.com

#08786414

With this Proctor there is no Gamble.

DUPLEX OR SINGLE FAMILY

#08670332

#08769346

$99,900

#08232029

$69,900

Chris King 815-499-8279 Jim King Jr. 309-716-6755

$1,625,000

Linda Sanders 815-499-9461

RIVER FRONTAGE

SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME!

NICE RANCH IN A COUNTRY SUBDIVISION

Suzi VanOosten 815-440-0689

$73,900

Nice corner lot 2 story duplex with garage. freshly painted inside, new carpets, several recent updates, new roofs in 2013, all appliances stay. Two 2 bedrooms units.

Call Keith for a showing!

Remodeled 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with new flooring, new electric service and new bay window. Freshly painted interior and newer drilled well. MOVE IN READY!

Edson Cox 815-499-0821

815-622-1598

Call Deb Proctor 815-213-0164 www.DebProctor.com

$84,900

Dave Twining 815-499-6711

Keith Zoeller

WORK WITH A REALTOR WHO SPECIALIZES IN INTEGRITY, SERVICE & RESULTS...

#08839258

Jerry Bartlett 815-535-8427

IF 2 WILL DO!

www.DaveTwining.com dtwining@comcast.net

YOUR PLACE IN THE COUNTRY!

Single level, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 3.7 acre farmette has attached garage, deck, partially finished basement & 4 outbuildings. Call Dave 815-499-6711.

Lee Bardier 815-716-3604

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$179,900

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www.jimandtim.com

#08769060

Gary Corwell 815-298-1357

www.LindaSanders.com

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• NEW LISTING: MLS: 08845350, $229,900, 28548 Summer St, Rock Falls, 4BR/2.5BA, 2-Story with extra 36x46 detached garage • NEW PRICE: MLS: 08795508, $20,000, 110 S. Main St. Coleta, 1BR/1BA, 1.5 Story • NEW PRICE: MLS: 08763272, $125,900, 1200 Lenore St, Rock Falls, 3BR/1.5BA, Ranch FEATURED LISTINGS • MLS: 08799283, $34,000, 510 8th Ave, Sterling, 2BR/1BA, Ranch • MLS: 08748450, $39,900, 1208 3rd Avenue, Sterling, Duplex, both units 3BR/1BA • MLS: 08832673, $43,500, 1505 14th Avenue, Sterling, 3BR/1BA, Ranch • MLS: 08820204, $54,900, 1904 13th Ave, Rock Falls, 3BR/1BA, Ranch • MLS: 08713792, $56,900, 413 2nd Ave, Rock Falls, 3BR/1.5BA, Ranch • MLS: 08843029 $69,900, 104 8th Ave, Sterling, 2BR/1.5BA, 2 Story • MLS: 08802372, $69,000, 1212 12th Avenue, Sterling, Duplex, 4BR/1BA & 1BR/1BA • MLS: 08632326, $79,100, 2101 E. 7th St, Sterling, 3BR/1BA, Ranch • MLS: 08790850, $82,500, 1305 11th Avenue, Sterling, 3BR/1BA, Completely Remodeled Ranch • MLS: 08798604, $94,900, 15752 Habben Rd, Sterling, 5BR/1BA 2-Story on 1.7 acres • MLS: 08822499, $108,500, 806 E. 16th St, Sterling, 3BR/2BA, 1.5 Story • MLS: 08806838, $109,900, 707 10th Ave, Rock Falls, 3BR/2BA, 1.5 Story • MLS: 08810588, $121,900, 809 W. 12th St, Sterling, 4BR/2BA, Multilevel • MLS: 08810031, $158,500, 27859 Knief Road, Rock Falls, 3BR/2.5BA, Ranch • MLS: 08596052 $174,900, 1007 Island View Rd, Rock Falls, 4BR/2.5, 2 Story • MLS: 08786230, $184,900, 28337 Logan Drive, Rock Falls, 3BR/2.5BA Ranch

Yes, this property needs work, but it’s a lot of house for the money! Boasting almost 1,700 sq. ft. this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home features hardwood floors, a large living room with french doors and a tin ceiling. Formal dining room. It has a one car attached garage and is located on a corner lot.

Call today! See it at:

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www.PattiSword.com • 815-590-0130

TEAM JIM CESAREK AND TIM McCASLIN See full listings, pictures and virtual tours at www.jimandtim.com

GOOD SPRING PROJECT

$78,900

#08746312

Historic parcel of land 16.5 acres in Port Bryon.

Frontage on Route 84 and the Mississippi River.

Many possible uses for developmental, residential or recreation. Includes timber, a rail line, and old camp buildings. Owner will divide into smaller parcels to suit buyers!

Call Keith for a showing!

This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home has hardwood flooring throughout, formal dining room, main floor laundry and updated wiring.

Freshly painted wraparound deck and 2 garages.

LOCATED IN AN AREA OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES.

$20,000

#08771189

#08691482

Deb Proctor 815-213-0164

$109,900

Patti Sword 815-590-0130

6TH AVENUE RANCH

EXCELLENT COMMERCIAL LOCATION!

212 ft. of highway frontage with a 26x60 ft. storage building and ranch home that could be an office. ALL THIS ON 1.2 ACRES.

3 bedroom ranch home in Rock Falls with freshly painted interior, new roof, gutters, newer water heater and more! Oak hardwood flooring, updated kitchen, full basement.

Call Keith for a showing!

2 ACRE BUILDING SITE

This level site is zoned for single family and duplex housing. CALL JERRY FOR MORE INFORMATION.

www.jerrybartlett1.com

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www.zoellerag.com 815-622-1598

815-535-8427

#08795517

$89,900

#08742260

Barb Kophamer 815-772-4850 Tracey DeCrane 815-677-2164

$290,000

ALMOST NEW!

Melissa Ellefsen Jim King Jr. 309-912-2820 309-716-6755 Chris King 815-499-8279 www.MissyandJim.com www.ChrisKing.IllinoisPoperty.com #08654265

$87,000

WHEN SPACE MATTERS!

This 1.5 story home in Dixon has 4 bedrooms! large eat-in kitchen, comfortable living room with den. Family room with fireplace. Main floor laundry/mudroom. Detached 1 car garage with enclosed porch. New roof & furnace in 2012.

Call Melissa or visit Visual tour @ www.debproctor.com www.MissyandJim.com/08654265 •

SAVING OF THE GREEN!

Great bi-level with 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Kitchen includes all appliances & has access to the nice deck and backyard all fenced with covered patio attached to the garage. Open stairway & ceramic tile foyer.

Main bath has a jetted tub. New roof in 2012. Call Chris today or visit the visual tour @ www.

ChrisKing.IlliniosProperty.com/08795517 #08763304

$1,400,000

GET A RETURN ON YOUR INVESTMENT!

Commercial property on 3.11 acres located OPEN on a high traffic count corner in Sterling.

3 buildings totaling ?24,000 with 21,000 Sq. Ft. currently leased! $ # Call for more information! Call Melissa 815-716-6755 or Jim 309-716-6755 or visit Hosted by visual tour www.debproctor.com @ www.MissyandJim.com/08763304

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3 year old custom built ranch has 2,425 Sq. Ft. with 3 bedrooms & 3 baths. Custom cherry cabinets in kitchen with granite sink & counters.

Living room with fireplace. Master suite with 2 walk in closets & master bath with jetted tub. Design & quality throughout! Call for an appointment today! Call Chris today or visit the visual tour @ www.ChrisKing.

IlliniosProperty.com/08742260 #08752023

Melissa Ellefsen 309-912-2820

Tim Rosengren 630-803-0320

$40,000

AFFORDABLE COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Nice office space for sale in Milledgeville.

Shop area with 2 overhead doors. Property also has a basement for extra storage. Call today! Call Melissa 815-716-6755 or Jim 309-716-6755 or visit visual tour @ www.MissyandJim.com/08752023

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Frank Murphy 815-499-1590