I was blessed enough to attend Harvard St. George which had changed its name to The Harvard School. I remember my first day back in 1980 when my mother enrolled me in the middle of the school year because she was fed up with Chicago Public Schools going on strike. The school resembled a mansion. Kenwood is home to some of the largest homes in Chicago.
Never in a million years as my mother would turn the corner at 51st and Greenwood did I think that the home next to the vacant lot would be the home of the first African American President. Even when my husband went to visit Jim Montgomery's home did he phantom that Barack (his next door neighbor) would be President.
The Harvard School has closed and the building has become a condo conversion. The old abandon building on the corner of 47th and Ellis is now the site of a Harris Bank Branch Office. The old eye soars that lined the west side of Ellis have all been converted to large condos. The neighbor has changed only for the better.
As you drive down the tree lined Drexel Blvd to the east side of the Boulevard is Operation Push and on the west side of the Boulevard is a building that resembles a castle. Housed in that castle at 4938 S. Drexel is a great opportunity to own a Duplex up 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom condo that is subject to a short sale. Gleaming hardwood floors, large bedrooms, high ceilings, and in walking distance of Barack Obama's home.
Marki D. Lemons
National Trainer, Certified Residential Broker
CRB, CRS, CNE, QSC, SRES, ABR, ABRM, CRMS, MBA
Rubloff Residential Properties
773-454-0274 Cell
888-205-4615 Voice and Fax
The other day I went on a listing appointment in the Washington Park Area of Chicago. As I turned the corner at 60th and Calumet I instantly felt a since of pride for this is an area that I know like the back of my hand.
As a child I would often walk from my childhood home at 58th & Perry to Washington Park in order to go swimming. At the age of twelve I started to work for my mother, she was infamous with "The Yellow Wagon" on Cottage Grove because she sold the absolute best steak burgers in Chicago. If I wasn't walking to the swimming pool then I was riding my bike to work.
Over the years not much has changed. The trees are taller and we have a remodeled pool. Washington Park is a major artery to the Southside of Chicago. The park touches five communities that are rich in heritage: Washington Park, Woodlawn, Hyde Park, Kenwood and Grand Boulevard, there is plenty of room to grow and build.
What are you looking for in Washington Park? A huge Brownstone with plenty of yard space or a four unit Brownstone that will cash flow as an investment property or your next condo conversion (yes even in this market). Well I can offer you three options with one property "5919 S. Calumet" in Chicago, IL. Imagine twelve foot ceilings, original built in cabinets, rooms with character, a couple of claw foot tubs, and plenty of original wood work.
Seller will provide approved architect drawings. Property would make an excellent 203(K) project as a single family residence you can obtain a loan up to $410,000 and as a four unit up to $788,450. Seize the moment and take advantage of this phenomenal opportunity.
Whether we get the Olympics or not, Washington Park is a great area to call home.
Marki D. Lemons
National Trainer, Certified Residential Broker
CRB, CRS, CNE, QSC, SRES, ABR, ABRM, CRMS, MBA
Rubloff Residential Properties
773-454-0274 Cell
888-205-4615 Voice and Fax
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Finally, Practical Information that Real Estate Professionals Can Actually Use!
CHICAGO, IL, October 2009 - In a real estate market that is constantly changing, successful real estate professionals understand the importance of staying in the know. As a result of listening to the needs and wants of REALTORS® and other real estate professionals, National Trainer, Marki Lemons has developed two live and interactive channels: The Marki Lemons Talk weekly online radio broadcast and the monthly ForeTraining Breakfast Club Series.
"There is a need for consistent training in our industry to address the constant changes in the market place", Marki Lemons a national trainer and leading expert in foreclosures and short sales said this week. "Foreclosures will increase through 2012 and so will the need for practical, useful information for real estate professionals to thrive."
The Marki Lemons Talk weekly online radio broadcast brings listeners the latest information on short sales, foreclosures, mortgages and appraisals, while painting a clear picture of what this means to them and their community. Tune in every Tuesday from 12:00-1:00 PM CST at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Marki-D-Lemons.
The Foretraining Breakfast Club's mission is to provide Chicago area REALTORS®, residents, attorneys, loan officers, and developers with a forum to exchange information on short sales, foreclosures, auctions, and REO properties. The breakfast club will meet from 7:30-9:00 AM CST on the last Friday of every month at a small business across the Chicago land area to show our support of each community that binds us. In addition, the meetings can be viewed via streaming video on the internet at www.foretraining.com/live.htm.
About ForeTraining.com:
ForeTraining.com is an internet training engine that is committed to the exchange of information and education. The website is built on the philosophy that education is the strongest foundation that anyone can possess. Through a collaboration of entrepreneurs and real estate professionals, the best is delivered in visual, auditory, and kinesthetic education to insure a positive learning environment for all learners where they can capitalize on their strengths.
Foretraining.com trainers have over 50 years of combined training experience and have trained over 10,000 people on foreclosures, short sales, auctions, and REO properties.
For more information, please visit http://www.foretraining.com or to schedule an interview with Marki Lemon, please contact Anita Clinton at 708-491-7394 or email to aclinton@foretraining.com.
Contact:
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Director of Marketing and Development
ForeTraining.com
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With nearly a decade of experience working in real estate, Marki Lemons has established herself as a leading expert in the residential real estate industry. In a market experiencing near record numbers of short sales and foreclosures, Marki has used her dynamic, professional attitude and vast experience to become known as Chicago’s “Queen of Foreclosures.”
By consistently offering sound industry analysis and professional guidance, Marki’s expertise is regularly featured in The Chicago Tribune, Chicago Agent Magazine, Chicago Realtor Magazine, and has also been included on CBS News Chicago and HGTV.
Not only is Marki an exceptional agent, but she is also a dedicated educator. Marki began her career in education in 1993 and currently works as a speaker, trainer and instructor, teaching real estate pre-licensing courses, real estate finance, reverse mortgages, broker licensing, special interest classes/seminars and continuing education courses in marketing and management for both Chicago City Colleges and The University of Phoenix. In addition, Marki is certified to teach courses for REBAC, ABR and The Women’s Council of Realtors.
Beyond her work in education and with Rubloff, Marki serves on the Board of Directors for the Chicago Association of Realtors®, is a trustee for the Chicago Association of Realtors® Education Foundation, Vice-Chairperson of the Education Work Group, Board of Directors member for the Dearborn Real Estate Board and member of the Education Work Group for the Illinois Association of Realtors®. In 2004, Marki received The Bronze Residential Sales Award for selling over 60 units while obtaining her ABR and ABRM designations.
Marki resides in Bronzeville with her husband Stephen and their two sons Skyler and Austin. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management from Chicago State University and a Master’s in Business Administration from Saint Xavier University.
Marki - You are truly an inspiration! I so enjoyed your classroom presence!
I have attended several real estate classes that were
taught by Marki Lemons. As a "rookie" real estate agent, I found her
teachings to be invaluable in my first 6 months in this exciting, yet
challenging profession.
I found her teaching style to be quite engaging. She draws on her vast
experience to provide colorful anecdotes to help make otherwise mundane
material exciting.
She is highly regarded as THE local real estate expert. Her opinion on the
current real estate market has been featured in the local print and television
media. Having talent like this at the office makes me feel proud to be a
part of the team. It also convinces me that I definitely made the right
decision when joining KW!
M.K
My name is I. M, And I'm a realtor with Keller Williams, C.C.G.. I attended a class that Mrs.Lemons instructed, and needless to say I left there better equiped than when I walked in. The funny part is that I really don't remember the name of the course but I do remember Mrs. Lemons emphasis on time management among other crucial elements that she added to the class. I am writing to in reference to my mentor, Marki Lemons. Marki has great teaching and mentoring skills. I am not a student in her Real Estate Class, but I am a result of her dedication to Real Estate. She has taught us and continues to education her team regarding the ongoing opportunities in Real Estate. She inspired me to pursue my Real Estate career. For this I am grateful for her innate vision for my future in real estate. Marki certainly keeps us informed of what's going on in the marketplace. I appreciate her dedicated attitude towards teaching others in the Real Estate field.Please know that this is a personal and professional opinion of a great person, teacher, and mentor. B.H In the meantime..thank you...for everything...you are a great/fantastic teacher, wonderful mentor and great person....I learned a lot from t the class and am really fired up about exploring the area of real estate. the one thing that you did was expose us/open us up to the many opportunites that exists in this area that i was so not aware of.... thx again...i will keep you updated on my progress. G.T
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