So why is the grass always greener at your neighbor's house? Try these tips for a gorgeous lawn that will leave your neighbors "green" with envy...and they're gentle on the environment to boot! 1. Don't mow your lawn too short (in the hope of mowing less often). Grass should never be less than ... » Learn More about Who’s got the best grass?
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LIGHTENING SAFETY TIPS
Since we are in the peak of the lightening strike season, I thought I would post a few safety tips from the Villa Park Fire Department. Now we all know the basic stuff we've heard for years, get out of the water, off the golf course, don't stand under a tree...but there are a few I didn't know. ... » Learn More about LIGHTENING SAFETY TIPS
Bank of America giving cities first shot at foreclosures
Bank of America, the nations biggest mortgage lender is trying something new. Cities that are receiving the Neighborhood Stabilization Program grants from the US Department of Housing & Urban Development will have the first shot at Bank of America foreclosed homes in their city (before they are ... » Learn More about Bank of America giving cities first shot at foreclosures
Can I apply for my $8000 home buyer tax credit now?
Yes, you can…right after you close on your new home. You can wait until you file your 2009 taxes to apply for the credit…but why? You can immediatley ammend your 2008 return. You can have your cash in as little as ten days! ... » Learn More about Can I apply for my $8000 home buyer tax credit now?
Should I buy a foreclosed property?
The short answer is… maybe. A foreclosed property is one that has been through the foreclosure process and has been “taken back” by the lien holder of the mortgage. These sales can be safe if done correctly. You would want an experienced Realtor, home inspector and attorney to assist you with ... » Learn More about Should I buy a foreclosed property?
