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Fire safety measures are an important component of the holiday season that can prevent this joyous time of year from turning tragic.

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Live Christmas trees are aweinspiring, but they also pose a significant fire risk. The National Fire Protection Association urges celebrants to purchase only healthy trees with fresh, green needles that do not fall off when touched.

Such trees are less likely to dry out, especially when well-watered throughout the season. Dry trees can catch fire more easily than healthy trees if embers from nearby fireplaces or candles drift in their direction.

The NFPA notes that Christmas trees should always be placed at least three feet away from any heat source, including fireplaces, space heaters, heat vents, candles, and even overhead lights.

If decorating with candles, never place them on the tree or on tables where other flammable decorations have already been placed. Chanukah menorahs should never be placed near curtains or other decorations.

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Safety might not be the first thing people think of as the holiday season approaches.

Faith, celebrations, decorations, and holiday dinners all come to mind when considering the holiday season. But that doesn’t mean safety should be left out of holiday planning.

Fire safety bears special consideration during the holiday season, when the prevalence of fire hazards like Christmas trees, holiday lighting displays and other decorative items increase the risk for home fires. Such tragedies can be averted with a few simple safety measures.

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The holiday season brings family and friends together. Now that in-person celebrations are being planned again, there’s no better time to focus on home improvements that guests will appreciate and you will love.

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Many people are happy to welcome back friends and family in their homes again. In anticipation of the holiday season, you might consider updating your house now, so entertaining is a joy in the many months of celebration to come.

Home improvements that add function and support when entertaining are key.

Whether you’ll be hosting a grand holiday party with out-of-town guests or an intimate affair with local loved ones, these top improvements will prepare your home for holiday merriment.

Refresh the fireplace The quintessential holiday gathering always seems to be set around a warm and welcoming fireplace. If you have one in your home, consider getting maintenance done now before the holiday rush. A tune-up, chimney cleaning and glass-door

cleaning will ensure your fireplace is ready to inspire guests to cozy up and create memories.

Beyond proper functioning, you can also update your fireplace to create a new aesthetic. If the surrounding brick, rock or tile is dated, consider special masonry or tile paint that can help you refresh the materials with a contemporary neutral color such as gray, beige or white.

You can also paint the mantle to accent your new fireplace surround for a cohesive look that will serve as a backdrop for holiday photographs for years to come.

Research functional additions Adding a guest bathroom or wet bar is sure to impress visitors and add to your home’s value. But this may seem impossible in spaces without below-floor drainage for plumbing - like a basement or

garage.

A simple, affordable solution is abovefloor plumbing systems from Saniflo that avoid the hassle and expense of busting through concrete to create conventional drainage or installing a sewage ejector system.

For example, the Saniaccess 2 from Saniflo is ideal for creating an additional half bathroom virtually anywhere, thanks to a 1/2-horsepower macerator pump system. Above-floor systems like this can process waste from sinks and toilets before pumping it to the nearest drain line that connects to the home’s septic tank or a sewer system.

Create a contemporary kitchen The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but it’s also the hub of the holiday season. From roasting that golden turkey to

Define dining areas Whether you have an open concept home or the layout features a formal dining room, it’s important to update eating spaces. After all, enjoying food together is one of the crowning events of holiday get-togethers. Painting the space in a modern hue provides a big visual impact without much cost or effort. An area rug can also redefine the dining room and pull elements together. New linens add a holiday vibe.

More casual eating spaces can benefit from a refresh as well. Tidy up breakfast nooks and buffet tables so they are ready to use. Stools for countertop spaces create an ideal place for cooking, casual noshing and conversation. If you’re hosting children, you may want to set up tables and other areas for them to eat and play games.

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Little touches like holiday scented soaps and themed-towels will make your guests feel right at home during their visit.

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baking and decorating favorite holiday treats, the kitchen is a functional gathering place for your family and guests. Simple updates can make a big difference in style and functionality, such as enhancing organization and adding seating options.

If you want bigger changes without the expense of a complete remodel, consider thoughtful updates that revive your kitchen with notable style. Painting the existing cabinets and adding new hardware provide a visual facelift that revives the room. New countertops are nice, but sometimes just adding a new backsplash transforms the space, plus makes for easy cleanup during sometimes messy holiday cooking.

You might also consider adding an island with running water and a sink. An above-floor plumbing solution, like the Sanivite from Saniflo, can create that functionality where no below-floor drain currently exists.

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Heating costs expected to soar It’s news no homeowner likes to hear heading into the heating season, but the cost to keep warm this winter is projected to skyrocket.

“This year seems to be an exceptional year,” said Ty Faust, co-owner of H.J. Faust Heating and Air Conditioning in Burlington. “Consumers are expected to see a 54% increase this year and it’s already begun.”

Faust said they have been following the energy cost trends that are forecasting a 54% increase in the cost of propane, 40% increase in the cost of heating oil and a 30% increase in the cost of natural gas.

“It’s nuts,” Faust said. “It’s more than we’ve seen in a very long time. Even electricity is going up, not as much, but we’re looking at a 6% increase in that too.”

Faust explained that the reason for

the increase is simple, if painful, for homeowners – supply and demand.

“A lot of this has to do with the demand in Europe and the cost in Europe,” he said. “Our stockpiles are lower on natural gas and our prices are going up with the squeeze on the demand. Couple that the projected colder-than-normal winter we’re expected to have and you’re seeing an overall rise in heating costs.”

Faust said there are ways to lower a home’s heating costs in both long- and short-term investments.

“If you can, we’re recommending anyone who may need a new furnace upgrade to a high-efficiency furnace,” he said. “Utilize the low interest rates available right now. If your current HVAC system is old, now is a good time to upgrade.”

Faust said even a 10-year-old furnace might not be operating at full efficiency

and an upgrade might be a good idea.

“As opposed to a furnace that’s operating at 80% efficiency, a new furnace is at 99%, which is a big difference,” Faust said. “Older systems will still heat a house, but they are not as efficient as new system, especially if they have not been maintained over the years.”

If someone is looking into a new system, Faust advised they contact their preferred HVAC contractor immediately.

“Like a lot of other industries, we have very long lead times on equipment right now,” he said. “Lead times can go from 6 to 8 weeks up to several months depending on the equipment.”

However, many HVAC contractors have existing stock, like H.J. Faust, and not every job will have a long wait time.

“Call sooner than later,” Faust advised.

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With home heating costs expected to rise this winter, homeowners with furnaces more than 10 years old should consider upgrading to a high-efficiency unit that will save energy costs, according to Ty Faust of H.J. Faust Heating and Air Conditioning, Burlington.

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Time spent at home during the COVID-19 pandemic had many Americans tackling the home improvement project they had been dreaming of. The top reason Americans haven’t completed their pandemic project is because it takes too much time, according to a survey conducted

by Delta Faucet. Nearly 50% of people in the study think they need a professional to cross the finish line.

Home improvement experts Mike and Hannah Maiorano of Monarch Homes in Indianapolis, Indiana, weighed in on the study results and share some of the easiest, fastest and most affordable home improvement projects that have big payoff for the look and function of your space.

New kitchen faucet One of the top home improvements Americans want completed in a weekend is a kitchen refresh, according to the study.

The Maioranos’ favorite way to update a kitchen is to install a modern faucet. “It only takes about two hours to complete – even for DIY beginners – and has a great impact on how you experience your kitchen every day,” said Mike.

Popular features include a pull-down spout and touch operation, where you simply touch the faucet on, and touch it off.

They prefer Delta Faucet kitchen faucets, which offer both of these technologies, as well as a large range of modern styles and finishes. You can shop these styles at DeltaFaucet.com/Kitchen.

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Nearly a third of survey respondents said a bathroom refresh is the project most nagging them to complete. When a full renovation isn’t in the plans, it’s surprisingly easy to achieve a modern look by swapping out your toilet. As for not having the right tools, some manufacturers actually make toilets that install with no tools at all.

If you don’t have the option of switching your toilet, consider upgrading your from top: Replacing the kitchen faucet is a great way to freshen up the space. The project bathroom accessories like towel bars and typically takes about 2 hours and has a big impact.; Replacing a toilet in the bathroom can give toilet flush levers. These require very little the space a more modern look and save on water usage. time, but 72% of survey takers think they STOCK PHOTOS Homes impact the look of a newly completed space. “Remember, it’s OK to mix and match metals like chrome, brass and black,” and switches to smart switches. This Make an entrance technology allows you to turn on lights said Hannah.

Another quick and easy home upgrade is from your phone or a voice command to update your door hardware, like knobs, to a smart home assistant. They’re fairly Get smart levers and hinges, with modern styles and easy to install with a screwdriver in about One way to easily bring your home or finishes. “These are often overlooked, but 15 minutes or less and open a world of apartment up to date is by updating outlets customization to your space.

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What to know about refinancing a mortgage Historically low interest rates have made now a good time to be a homeowner.

According to the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, also known as Freddie Mac, the average interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in midSeptember 2021 was 2.86.

Just ten years earlier, the average rate was 4.09. That’s a significant dip, and one that’s saving today’s homeowners tens of thousands of dollars over the life of their mortgages.

Interest rates dipped during the pandemic and have remained low ever since. That’s unlikely to last forever, which has given many homeowners a sense of urgency regarding refinancing. Refinancing can be financially advantageous, but there are some things homeowners should know prior to contacting their lenders.

Not always a money saver It’s hard to blame homeowners who jump at the chance to refinance their mortgages. Refinancing is often associated with significantly lower monthly payments, and such savings can be used to finance home improvements, pay for tuition or build retirement nest eggs. However, homeowners

Refinancing is an option for homeowners who want to save money. Homeowners can speak with a financial advisor to determine if this is the best way to save money over the long haul or if refinancing will ultimately cost them more over the life of the mortgage.

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won’t necessarily save money over the long haul if they’re refinancing an existing 30-year mortgage with another 30-year mortgage.

The mortgage experts at Mortgage Calculator note that a Change Terms mortgage refinance is characterized by a

shift to a loan charging a lower interest rate.

The initial savings with such a refinance are undeniable, but changing from one 30-year to another 30-year restarts the mortgage clock, which can add years to the time homeowners will be repaying their debt.

As a result, homeowners may end up paying more interest over time than they might have had they just kept their initial mortgage. Homeowners interested in a Change Terms refinance may want to look into switching from a 30-year to a 15-year mortgage. A shorter-term mortgage will increase the monthly payment, but the loan will reach maturity much faster, greatly reducing the amount of interest homeowners will pay over the life of the mortgage.

Refinancing can be costly Lower monthly payments might be the number that catches homeowners’ eyes as they look to refinance, but it’s important that homeowners recognize that refinancing is not free. In fact, the personal finance experts at Kiplinger note that refinancing incurs many of the same costs that homeowners • CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs guarantees loans made by qualified lenders for the benefit of servicemembers, veterans and their families. Fortunately, these once-limited home loans have become increasingly easy to find and remain one of the most cost-effective products on the mortgage market.

“A couple decades ago, a lot of lenders thought VA loans were too difficult to navigate,” says Rashalon Hayes, assistant vice president of field mortgage at Navy Federal Credit Union. “Today, there are plenty of lenders experienced with VA loans that can walk you through the process.” In fact, roughly 45% of the mortgages Navy Federal originates are VA loans.

Meeting VA home loan requirements can help you buy, build or renovate your home with little or no down payment. Because the VA backs a portion of each loan in their VA Home Loan Guaranty Program, lenders can offer more favorable terms for new home purchases and refinancing.

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HEATING COSTS • CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 “Request a free estimate and get on the list so they know you’re interested. If you have a preferred HVAC company, reach out to them, or if you don’t call us.”

Faust said he expects the industry to be able to meet emergency demand for broken heating systems this winter, but if entire systems need to be replaced there may be limited options.

“Have your current system inspected before winter,” Faust said. “Know what your situation is. We’ve got stock for winter but that doesn’t mean that stock will last very long.

A lot of people are upgrading their systems.”

Lead times for emergency situations might be a little longer, but Faust said he expects to be able to do repairs and even replacements in a timely manner. Again, it is supply and demand that is gumming up the works.

“If it’s not a chip shortage for our smarter systems, it’s that we can’t get cardboard to ship

systems, or we can’t get enough trucks to ship,” he said. “It’s industry-wide right now. Our industry is still seeing rising prices and the manufacturing industry in general hasn’t gotten a lot of reprieve. We don’t see that slowing down, either.

“We’ve seen more price increases over the last two years than in the last 10 years, it’s been significant.”

Other long-term investments Faust said homeowners should consider include upgrading windows and doors, better insulation and in walls, attics and basements.

“They also might want to consider switching to geothermal energy which doesn’t rely on oil,” he said.

“It is more expensive, but over time it pays for itself.”

In the short term, Faust said simple, less-expensive investments will help.

“Install window treatments, run ceiling fans to push the heat down and install a smart thermostat,” he said. “These

are all things most homeowners can do quickly.”

Faust did offer one word of caution about tightening up a home to save one fuel costs.

“Making a home more energy efficient to prevent heat loss can bring concerns about indoor air quality,” he said. “Make sure your filtration system is doing its job. You

need air circulation in a home.

HVAC contractors can help you with that. We can come out and check your air quality and recommend any fixes you might need.”

H.J. Faust, Inc. Heating and Air Conditioning is at 1008 S. Pine St., Suite A, Burlington.

Call 262-763-7866 or visit hjfaust.com.

COZY & SAFE • CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 Turn off lights Turn off all lights and extinguish all lit decorative items when leaving the home or going to bed. Lit candles and menorahs should never be left unattended. The NFPA recommends turning tree lights and exterior decorative lights off when leaving the home or going to bed.

Use a fire screen Embers can catch on trees, decorations or anything else that’s flammable if they escape the fireplace. Fire screens prevent that from happening by ensuring embers from burning logs stay in the fireplace. Like candles and menorahs, fires

burning in a fireplace should never be left unattended. Make sure all embers have been extinguished before leaving the home or going to bed.

Discarded trees properly A 2014 analysis from the NFPA found that none of the 10 days with the largest share of Christmas tree fires were before Christmas. Dried out trees still pose a fire risk even after they’ve been removed from a home. When discarding a tree at the end of the holiday season, place it at the curb or keep it a safe distance away from your home and garage until you can.

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had to pay when they signed their initial mortgage papers.

That includes fees, taxes and appraisal costs.

These costs are sometimes paid up front, but they also might be rolled into the loan balance. In the latter instance, homeowners could be paying interest on their refinancing

costs. Homeowners who are refinancing solely because of lower interest rates should know that some lenders raise interest rates to compensate for refinancing costs. That can negate the savings and end up costing homeowners more money than the original mortgage.

(METRO CREATIVE)

SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES Racine • 1023 Albert St..............................$ 32,000 • 952 Marquette St.........................$ 29,000 • 1436 Lincoln St............................$ 32,200 • 1617 Oregon St......................$ 49,056.36 • 1833 N Main St............................$ 77,500 • 1001 Gideon Ct............................$ 52,345 • 3512 Kinzie Ave...........................$ 69,900 • 1309 Rapids Dr............................$ 67,000 • 1811 W 6th St..............................$ 72,000 • 811 Hagerer St............................$ 76,000 • 1115 Hartman Ct.........................$ 61,000 • 1653 LaSalle St...........................$ 76,500 • 1823 Marquette St.......................$ 82,000 • 1232 Marquette St.......................$ 77,000 • 819 12th St...................................$ 95,000 • 1520 Arthur Ave.........................$ 105,000 • 1536 Flett Ave............................$ 103,500 • 1704 Flett Ave............................$ 110,000 • 2431 Hansen Ave........................$ 92,000 • 2817 Wright Ave.........................$ 114,700 • 3356 Charles St.........................$ 118,000 • 2824 Wright Ave.........................$ 110,500 • 1016 Cleveland Ave...................$ 107,000 Caledonia • 11503 7 1/2 Mile Rd.....................$ 65,000 • 10553 Caddy Ln........................$ 160,000 • 10036 Caddy Ln........................$ 170,000 • 2628 6 Mile Rd...........................$ 177,000 Mount Pleasant • 3427 Sheridan Rd......................$ 140,000 • 1131 N Emmertsen Rd..............$ 141,250 Waterford • 4602 Sunset Rd.........................$ 138,000 Sturtevant • 3113 90th St...............................$ 174,900 Burlington • 241 E Highland Ave...................$ 185,000 • 33316 S Honey Lake Rd............$ 200,000 Raymond • 664 Shirley Dr............................$ 230,000

CONDOS Racine • 3601 St Andrews Ct 201..............$ 73,000

Mount Pleasant • 5827 Cambridge Cir 6...............$ 135,000 • 1401 Oakes Rd 6.......................$ 122,000 • 940 Prairie Dr 25........................$ 140,000 • 3128 Wood Rd 15......................$ 151,000 Caledonia • 3740 Cheyenne Ct.....................$ 125,000 Norway • 26532 Lilac Ln 1........................$ 126,500 Sturtevant • 1680 96th St 1...........................$ 169,000 Union Grove • 1746 State St 23........................$ 177,500 Waterford • 409 Trailview Crossing...............$ 322,000 Burlington • 1200 Raptor Ct 11.....................$ 358,500 Rochester • 233 Settlement Dr......................$ 350,000

VACANT LAND Burlington • 8901 Fishman Rd......................$ 111,000 Dover • Lt1 Schroeder Rd.......................$ 285,000

KENOSHA COUNTY SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES Kenosha • 6716 24th Ave............................$ 110,000 • 6708 15th Ave............................$ 135,000 • 7421 24th Ave............................$ 134,900 • 7807 27th Ave............................$ 118,000 • 6521 32nd Ave...........................$ 150,000 • 6607 17th Ave............................$ 140,000 • 7944 46th Ave............................$ 149,000 • 6628 11th Ave............................$ 160,000 • 7007 27th Ave............................$ 143,500 • 6824 34th Ave............................$ 149,900 • 7403 8th Ave..............................$ 145,000 • 1712 24th St...............................$ 156,000 • 5425 41st Ave............................$ 161,000 • 1888 18th Ave............................$ 135,000 • 6019 39th Ave............................$ 159,900 • 910 70th St.................................$ 140,000 • 5223 37th Ave............................$ 170,000 • 2013 73rd St..............................$ 173,000

• 7846 14th Ave............................$ 175,000 • 6339 27th Ave............................$ 162,000 • 6326 Pershing Blvd....................$ 170,000 Somers • 1367 Sheridan Rd........................$ 85,000 • 6120 63rd St..............................$ 200,000 • 1080 Sheridan Rd......................$ 257,000 Salem Lakes • 23504 80th Pl.............................$ 103,900 • 23308 82nd Pl............................$ 105,000 • 10414 268th Ct..........................$ 115,000 • 23433 124th Pl...........................$ 108,000 • 23925 126th Pl...........................$ 129,000 • 27550 94th St............................$ 112,900 • 21808 121st Pl...........................$ 130,000 • 31011 75th Pl.............................$ 135,000 Wheatland • 8118 335th Ave..........................$ 141,000 • 6707 400th Ave..........................$ 230,000 Randall • 39201 87th St............................$ 141,500 • 40709 101st St...........................$ 215,000 Pleasant Prairie • 9018 26th Ave............................$ 169,000 • 5701 85th St...............................$ 165,000 • 5211 85th St...............................$ 195,000 • 9252 11th Ave............................$ 222,000 Twin Lakes • 121 Oak Ln................................$ 182,900 • 800 Lake St................................$ 250,000 • 308 Knobes Ave.........................$ 262,500 • 1508 Musial Rd..........................$ 290,000 Paddock Lake • 6506 236th Ave..........................$ 200,000 • 6313 244th Ave..........................$ 252,000 Bristol • 19605 81st St.............................$ 235,000 • 20602 82nd St...........................$ 423,000 Brighton • 24715 17th St............................$ 366,000

CONDOS Kenosha • 420 57th St 208.........................$ 140,000 • 7107 98th Ave H........................$ 171,000 • 3323 85th St 4B.........................$ 175,000 Salem Lakes • 536 N Cogswell Dr 1..................$ 199,900 Pleasant Prairie

DEC. 2021

RACINE COUNTY

HOMES & DESIGN • HOME BUYER, OWNER & RENTER

home and property sales

Here is a listing of recent single-family home, condominium and vacant land sales in Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties.

The information is provided through the Multiple Listing Service.

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home and property sales Here is a listing of recent single-family home, condominium and vacant land sales in Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties. The information is provided through the Multiple Listing Service.

• 6709 102nd St 9DD...................$ 244,900

VACANT LAND Twin Lakes • 1030 W Main St...........................$ 25,000 Kenosha • 7729 70th Ave..............................$ 58,000 Pleasant Prairie • Lt0 116th St..................................$ 90,000 • Lt 0 120th St.................................$ 97,900 Wheatland • Lt10 373rd Ct.............................$ 125,000

WALWORTH COUNTY

HOMES & DESIGN • HOME BUYER, OWNER & RENTER

DEC. 2021

SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES

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Bloomfield • W804 Florence Rd.......................$ 70,000 • W1353 Chestnut Rd..................$ 137,000 • N1101 Walnut Rd.......................$ 185,000 Lyons • 1436 Fairlawn Blvd......................$ 69,900 Whitewater • 209 N Queen St...........................$ 75,000 • 133 N Wakely St........................$ 113,500 Geneva • N3383 Apple Pl..........................$ 100,000 • N3339 Queen Rd.......................$ 194,000 • W2690 Krueger Rd....................$ 180,000 • N3178 Poplar Rd.......................$ 212,500 Troy • N8695 County Road N................$ 82,000 Lake Geneva • 204 W Main St...........................$ 136,000 • 1151 Center St...........................$ 184,900 Elkhorn • 117 Olsen St..............................$ 132,000 • 11 W Walworth St......................$ 180,000 Delavan • 722 Grove St..............................$ 144,900 • 832 Shady Ave...........................$ 165,000 • 1024 E Wisconsin St..................$ 170,000 • 406 1st St...................................$ 205,000 • 132 S 2nd St..............................$ 215,000 Sugar Creek • W5431 Delavan Dr.....................$ 169,900 • W5181 Wisconsin Dr.................$ 240,000 Williams Bay • 194 Williams St..........................$ 186,000 • 402 Chesterfield Ct Lot 184 Jackson...........................$ 387,495 Genoa City • 201 Fenmore Ln........................$ 200,000 Walworth • 312 Read St...............................$ 198,300

East Troy • 2852 Main St..............................$ 187,900 • 2810 Thomas Dr........................$ 255,000 Darien • 340 W Beloit St..........................$ 195,000 Richmond • N6852 Lake Dr...........................$ 200,000 Spring Prairie • W1985 County Road D..............$ 229,000 Linn • N1659 Williams Plaza................$ 360,000 • N1674 Linn Rd...........................$ 370,000 La Grange • W5212 Jason Rd.......................$ 398,400 Fontana • 841 Brickley Dr...........................$ 750,000

CONDOS Lyons • 1412 Park St................................$ 57,500 Lake Geneva • 123 Center St 208........................$ 95,000 • 235 Country Club Dr 3A............$ 112,000 • 1321 W Main St 103A................$ 125,000 Delavan • 521 Lawson School Rd 1...........$ 129,975 Walworth • 226 N Main St 4.........................$ 160,000 Geneva • 32 Lausanne Ct 32-07...............$ 177,000 • 761 Hillview Cir 47-07................$ 240,000 Whitewater • N7317 Chapel Dr 7....................$ 204,000 Elkhorn • 808 Dylan Dr 7...........................$ 227,900 Fontana • 800 Aspen Dr C5.......................$ 275,000 Williams Bay • 22 Willabay Dr B........................$ 330,000

VACANT LAND Geneva • Lt27 Sunset Hills Lt28..................$ 12,500 La Grange • Lt77 Woods Ln.............................$ 39,000 Lafayette • Lt42 Briar Dr.................................$ 72,000 Genoa City • Lt1 Carter St................................$ 65,000 Linn • Lt1 Hillcrest Dr Lt2-Lt6.................$ 75,000 Bloomfield • N1694 County Trunk H Lt4..........$ 91,500 East Troy • Lt40 Carriage Dr........................$ 108,900

CLASSIFIEDS CALL 262.728.3411 TO PLACE YOUR AD FOR RENT Burlington Apartments LG. ONE BEDROOM LOWER appl incl., basement, W/D, freshly painted & new carpeting, small pet considered, no smoking. $895 mo + sec,first and last 262-539-3384.

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