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Halloween Fest at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL

Annual Halloween Fest at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL

Bring your family and come out for face painting, games and a tour of the Haunted House. This is a fun evening. Have a great time and help your community. The donations will benefit a local service agency.

For more information call: (630)515-7615

WHEN: Friday, October 4, 2008

TIME: 5 to 8 P.M.

WHERE: Midwestern University, Downers Grove Campus, 555 31st Street

COST: $1 per person or a canned food donation

Westchester Open House - Sunday, October 5, 2008 from 1 to 3 P.M.

Pride of Ownership in this Braun Bi-Level
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Location: Westchester, IL
Located on a large corner lot this Meticulous Braun Bi-level features 3 large bedrooms and 2 baths. Neutral. Many windows give plenty of natural light. The eat-in kitchen features a bay window, newer tile floors and appliances along with oak cabinets. Living room with vaulted ceilings, huge windows and berber carpeting. Large lower level family room with gas fireplace and sliders to patio. The lower level also features a bathroom and laundry room with exterior access.

Newer windows thru-out home, hardwood flooring under carpet in most rooms, newer front & back doors, central vac, attached 2 car garage, newer privacy fence & cement crawl.

Located close to 294, 290, Oak Brook Mall, Yorktown Mall & tons of restaurants.
Information
Pricing
Asking Price: $335,000.00
Flexibility: Negotiable
Additional Pricing Information: Homeowner & Senior Exemption on taxes
Property Location
2418 East Martindale Drive
Westchester, IL 60154
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Features
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Parking: Garage
Year Built: 1959
Lot Size: 132.68x36.17x88.42x66.18
Garage Size: 2 Car Attached
School District: 92.5 & 209
Square Footage: 1354
Agent Name: Laura Karambelas
Broker: Baird & Warner
MLS #: 07010958
Attributes
Appliances
Range/Oven
Full Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Dishwasher
Microwave
Central Vacuum
Interior Amenities
Fireplace
Hardwood Floors
Vaulted Ceilings
Tile Floors
Oak Cabinets
Exterior Amenities
Patio
Fenced Yard
Grass Lawn
Convenient Location
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Westchester Open House-Sunday 10/5/08 from 1 to 3 P.M.

Dates and Times: 10/05/08 1 - 3 PM Laura Karambelas| Baird & Warner | laura.karambelas@bairdwarner.com | 630.964.3276 2418 E Martindale Dr, Westchester, IL 60154 Split Level; Bi-Level $ 335,000 Click here to view the full details of this property. Year Built: 1959 Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2.0 Sqr Footage: 1354 Lot Dimensions: 132.68X36.17X88.42X66.18 Lot Size: Less than .25 Acres Parking Space: 2 Garage Type: Attached; 2 Car Garage MLS Number: 07010958 DESCRIPTION Lrg Crnr Lot! Meticulously Maintained Braun Bi-level! Light & Bright. Neut T/O. Eat-in Kit W/Bay Window, Appls & Tile Flrs 1 Yr & Oak Cabs. Lrg Open Liv Rm W/Vltd Ceil. 3 Lg Br's W/Plenty Of Closet Space. Lg Ll Fam Rm W/Gas Fp & Sliders To Patio. Ll Laundry Rm W/Ext Access. HW Flrs Under Crpt In Most Rooms. Nwr Chimney, Fence & Hwh. All Wndws Replaced Past 10 Yrs. Nwr Front & Back Doors. Conv To I88 & 294. Immaculate ADDITIONAL FEATURES • Living Room • Kitchen • Family Room • Basement • Fireplaces • EAS Laura Karambelas Baird & Warner Email: laura.karambelas@bairdwarner.com Direct: 630.964.3276 Office: 630.964.1855 View Featured Properties OTHER LINKS • Map to Property • Local Schools • My Agent Profile • My Links All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. School assignments are subject to change. Please consult with the appropriate school system for student assignment. For mortgage preapproval, contact Baird & Warner Financial Services Jim Martin at 630.964.4005 jim.martin@bairdwarner.com

Don't sellers HAVE to accept the HIGHEST offer?

I have recently been asked this question many, many times so I thought this would be a GOOD post.

The ANSWER is "NO".

When an offer is presented to a seller, there are 3 things that may happen with that offer: The seller CAN:

1. Counter the offer

2. Accept the offer

3. Reject the offer

When a seller is reviewing an "OFFER" there are OTHER aspects of the contract that are just as important as price! I have listed some IMPORTANT Seller considerations below:

Is the buyer financing the home or are they a cash buyer? If they are financing the home, have they been pre-approved? How long will it take to get their loan approve/commitment? How much earnest money is being put down? Are they asking for closing costs...if so, how much? When would the buyer like to close? Does the buyer have a home to sell? If there is a home to sell, is it on the market? If so, for how long? How do they plan on selling it by the contingency date? If their home doesn't sell in a a few weeks, are they willing to lower their asking price? If their home isn't on the market, when will it go on the market? Does the buyer have to close on a home....if so, what is their buyer like? Can their buyer get financing? Is their buyer pre-approved? Does their buyer have a home to sell?....... ETC.

Those are just a few questions that a seller may ask when reviewing an "OFFER" on their home. There are many more scenarios that may come into play when considering an "OFFER". Buyers and sellers all have different situations.

If your "OFFER" wasn't accepted and another one was, please remember PRICE is not the ONLY factor a seller is considering and "NO"...sellers don't have to accept the highest offer. There has to be a "meeting of the minds", in other words...both the buyer and the seller have to be satisfied with ALL the terms of the contract.

1st Day of School is quickly approaching for Downers Grove North High School Students

I can't believe how quickly this summer has gone by and the 1st day of school is quickly approaching.

Here are some upcoming important dates to remember:

August 18, 2008 is SCHEDULE PICK-UP & FEE PAYMENT DAY. The hours are 9:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. and from 3:00 p.m to 6:00 p.m.. Students will also pick-up their yearbooks.

If you have a Freshman like I do, FRESHMAN LINK DAY is scheduled for Tuesday, August 19, 2008. Students need to arrive at 7:45 a.m.. Orientation will take place from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.. Upper Classmen will be there to welcome incoming Freshman to North, show you around the school, answer your questions and have some activities planned. Freshman students need to bring their schedule, their locker number and combination. Bus Service will be available.

1st DAY OF SCHOOL is scheduled for Monday, August 25, 2008. Sophmores, Juniors and Seniors will attend their classes on a shortened scheduled which begins at 8:00 a.m.. Freshman students will report at 11:00 a.m. and a light lunch will be provided.

For more information visit Downers Grove North High School's website at:

http://www.csd99.k12.il.us/north/