Another sign of change in the still-bucolic regions of Homer Township is the constant roar of nearby Interstate Highway 355.
Ask Cathy Boo, whose 44-acre family farm nestles in the shadow of the superhighway near 151st Street and Gouger Road.
"I'm caught in the middle," said Boo, who has seen much of the native farmland disappear as residential development continues to enlarge nearby Homer Glen. "It's going to be hard to keep it as rural as I'd like to see it, but we're going to keep all the land we can."
So when community organizers asked Boo to lend out some of her farm animals for an upcoming fall festival to honor the area's agricultural heritage, she was happy to oblige.
10/19/08
Realtor.com is Offering Mobile Search
Realtor.com is now offering a free service that will allow people to search for homes on the site via their cell phone. Click here for more information.
9/29/08
Two-story home in New Lenox
Attention fussy buyers.
4 Bedroom/3 Bath two-story with large eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room, large main floor family room with fireplace, main floor laundry room and a 3 car attached garage.
Priced below market at $379,900.
For more information, or to view the home, please call Judy at RE/MAX "10" at 708-476-1166.
Beautiful Home in Homer Glen
This 5 bedroom/5 bath home is situated on a fabulous wooded lot with a finished walk-out basement and a main floor office. The home has a gorgeous kitchen with an island, top-of-the-line amenities and granite countertops. Enjoy the theater room and fireplace. Minutes to 355.
You must see this home to appreciate all it has to offer.
$749,900
For more information or to view the home, please call Judy at RE/MAX "10" at 708-476-1166.
9/20/08
Beautiful Ranch Townhome on Midlothian Country Club
This brick ranch townhome has a basement, 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. It is a custom-designed, end unit with an open floor plan. It also has impressive decor, a formal living and dining room, vaulted ceilings, ceramic floors, hickory cabinets and an island in kitchen. Additionally, there is a luxurious master suite with a glam bath, main floor laundry room, and rec room in a full finished look-out basement, complete with full bath and 2 bedrooms and large deck to enjoy.
$399,900
For more information or to preview, please call Judy at RE/MAX "10" at 708-476-1166.
8/6/08
Thinking of making home improvements? Here are the top 15 home updates.
On this HGTV page, find out how the top 15 home improvements rank and get tips on maximizing the return at resale.
To view the page, click here.
To view the page, click here.
Thinking of redecorating or staging your home?
It should come as no surprise that what a seller may like, may not appeal to the masses (buyers). There will be people who will be turned off by a non-neutral paint color or wallpaper. Some people will redecorate their house in this case. Others, will stage their house to showcase its best features.
This "design a room" game is fun and can help you choose different paint colors and furniture styles .
It is fun. To take a look, click here.
This "design a room" game is fun and can help you choose different paint colors and furniture styles .
It is fun. To take a look, click here.
Homer Township to spotlight rural appeal with Harvest Day
Festival near I-355 to focus on animals, farming
"I've got animals," she said. "Whatever they want, they can have."
The first Homer Harvest Days is scheduled for Sept. 13 and 14 at the newly restored Trantina Farm on 151st Street about a quarter-mile east of Gouger Road.
In addition to festival mainstays such as hayrides and a petting zoo, the event will feature antique tractor displays and live demonstrations of old-time farm activities such as sheep-shearing and butter-making.
"This community has a history of supporting our agricultural heritage and nature," said event organizer Gail Snyder. "This is a strong component of our community, and this event will emphasize that."
The Trantina Farm, set aside as open space as part of a deal between Homer Township and Homer Glen when the village was incorporated in 2001, will be officially dedicated during the event.
Also featured on the site is the mid-19th Century Austin-Welter Barn, which was moved from its old Bell Road location. The barn will be the site of children's activities during the festival.
For more information, call 708-301-0632 or visit the festival Web site at www.homerharvestdays.org.
Click here to see the original article.
7/25/08
Open House This Sunday!
Open House
Homer Glen - This Sunday, July 13, 2007 from 1pm-3pm
address:
14120 Camdan
Homer Glen, IL
$429,900
Sellers loss, buyer’s gain. The relocated homeowners could never replace this one and a half year-old all-brick ranch. The home has 50k in upgrades including dream kitchen with 42 inch upgraded cabinets, vaulted ceilings, oak floors and a paver patio. There is a master suite with whirpool and walk-in closet, and a large basement. Landscaping and sprinklers included.
Directions: 143d, east of Bell Rd., west to Greystone, northeast to Camdan.
If you need any more information, call Judy Glockler at (708) 476-1166.
Open House This Sunday!
Open House
Homer Glen - This Sunday, July 13, 2007 from 12pm-2pm
address:
12155 Derby Lane
Homer Glen, IL
$304,900
WOW, what a great price at $304, 900! This house is a large three (3) bedroom tri-level with office area, fireplace, sub-basement, vaulted living room/dining room overlooking sunroom and a nice, private fenced backyard.
Directions: 143rd to Will Cook Rd. north to Derby Lane, west to home.
If you need any more information, call Judy Glockler at (708) 476-1166.
7/12/08
Open House This Sunday!
Open House
in Brooks Hills - Orland Park - This Sunday, July 13, 2007 from 1pm-3pm.
address:
17248 LAKEBROOK DR
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
2 bedrooms, 2.1 bathrooms
THIS STUNNING TOWNHOME SHOWS LIKE A MODEL. AT THIS GREAT PRICE IT HAS A DESIRED MAIN FLOOR BEDROOM WITH LARGE WALK IN SHOWER, FORMAL LIVING AND DINING ROOM AREA, GORGEOUS UPDATED EAT IN VAULTED KITCHEN HAS MAPLE CABINETS, NEWER APPLIANCES AND GRANITE COUNTERS, GREAT RM W/ FIREPLACE, FULL BASEMENT, MAIN FLOOR LAUNDRY RM, NICE PRIVATE BACK YARD TO ENJOY, SECOND FLOOR HOLDS SPACIOUS SECOND BEDROOM AND BATH. 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE.
in Brooks Hills - Orland Park - This Sunday, July 13, 2007 from 1pm-3pm.
address:
17248 LAKEBROOK DR
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
2 bedrooms, 2.1 bathrooms
THIS STUNNING TOWNHOME SHOWS LIKE A MODEL. AT THIS GREAT PRICE IT HAS A DESIRED MAIN FLOOR BEDROOM WITH LARGE WALK IN SHOWER, FORMAL LIVING AND DINING ROOM AREA, GORGEOUS UPDATED EAT IN VAULTED KITCHEN HAS MAPLE CABINETS, NEWER APPLIANCES AND GRANITE COUNTERS, GREAT RM W/ FIREPLACE, FULL BASEMENT, MAIN FLOOR LAUNDRY RM, NICE PRIVATE BACK YARD TO ENJOY, SECOND FLOOR HOLDS SPACIOUS SECOND BEDROOM AND BATH. 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE.
7/11/08
View Team Glockler's Listings
You can view Team Glockler's listings in the various links on the sidebar on the right. As you can see, I advertise my listings a lot and in a lot of places. Here is a look at the listings in the home magazines and their respective Web sites.
I will also post my newspaper ads on the blog as well, in the future.
These are just some of the places I advertise my current listings (you can just click on the name/link and you will be directed to the site):
- Realtor.com
- Homes.com
- Real Estate Book
- Homes & Land
Judy Glockler
I will also post my newspaper ads on the blog as well, in the future.
These are just some of the places I advertise my current listings (you can just click on the name/link and you will be directed to the site):
- Realtor.com
- Homes.com
- Real Estate Book
- Homes & Land
Judy Glockler
7/10/08
Choose a Realtor Who Is:
Knowledgable and Experienced
I am a lifelong resident of the southwest suburbs. Since being licensed almost 28 years ago, I have known the area, home values, and recent developments. I have seen much residential and commercial growth in the southwest suburbs. My knowledge, expertise and devotion has lead me to be the Saleswoman of the year multiple times. Additionally, Team Glockler is the #1 Team at RE/MAX "10," an honor not to be taken lightly.
Likeable
Many of my buyers are repeat buyers or sellers or referrals from family and friends. Not only are my clients loyal but they are definitely not hesitant to refer Team Glockler to family and friends. With that, I say thank you!
Dedicated
I love real estate. I am a full-time realtor and have been during the tenure of my career. Team Glockler works for you 24/7.
Thinking of buying or selling your home? Choose Team Glockler - you won't be disappointed.
I am a lifelong resident of the southwest suburbs. Since being licensed almost 28 years ago, I have known the area, home values, and recent developments. I have seen much residential and commercial growth in the southwest suburbs. My knowledge, expertise and devotion has lead me to be the Saleswoman of the year multiple times. Additionally, Team Glockler is the #1 Team at RE/MAX "10," an honor not to be taken lightly.
Likeable
Many of my buyers are repeat buyers or sellers or referrals from family and friends. Not only are my clients loyal but they are definitely not hesitant to refer Team Glockler to family and friends. With that, I say thank you!
Dedicated
I love real estate. I am a full-time realtor and have been during the tenure of my career. Team Glockler works for you 24/7.
Thinking of buying or selling your home? Choose Team Glockler - you won't be disappointed.
Johnny Depp Movie Films in Lockport
Actor Johnny Depp and Producer Michael Mann were in Lockport to film an upcoming movie.
To read the Homer Horizon story, click here.
How exciting!
To read the Homer Horizon story, click here.
How exciting!
Front Door's Real Estate Glossary
Click here to view Front Door's Real Estate Glossary of Real Estate terms.
6/25/08
Lockport Township H.S. Named Top Five Percent School in the Nation
For the second year in a row, Lockport Township High School (LTHS) District 205 has earned the coveted distinction as one of Newsweek magazine's top 1,300 high schools in the nation for 2008. LTHS was one of only 41 schools in the entire State of Illinois to receive this recognition.
The ratio is calculated by the number of Advanced Placement, International, Baccalaureate, and/or Cambridge tests taken by all students at a school in 2007 divided by the number of graduating seniors. All of the schools on the list have an index of at least 1.000, and they are in the top five percent of public schools measured this way.
Superintendent Garry Raymond, Ph.D., was happy to learn of the schools latest honor. "This is another proud day in the history of Lockport Township High School. The credit for this achievement belongs to our hard-working students and their parents and to our faculty, staff, administration, and Board of Education," acknowledged Dr. Raymond. "The partnership that exists between home and the school will help us to continue the rich academic history of District 205 for years to come."
For more information, please visit Newsweek magazine's website at: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/12532678/site/newsweek.
SOURCES:
The ratio is calculated by the number of Advanced Placement, International, Baccalaureate, and/or Cambridge tests taken by all students at a school in 2007 divided by the number of graduating seniors. All of the schools on the list have an index of at least 1.000, and they are in the top five percent of public schools measured this way.
Superintendent Garry Raymond, Ph.D., was happy to learn of the schools latest honor. "This is another proud day in the history of Lockport Township High School. The credit for this achievement belongs to our hard-working students and their parents and to our faculty, staff, administration, and Board of Education," acknowledged Dr. Raymond. "The partnership that exists between home and the school will help us to continue the rich academic history of District 205 for years to come."
For more information, please visit Newsweek magazine's website at: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/12532678/site/newsweek.
SOURCES:
Lockport Township High School, Lockport, IL
Web site: http://www.lths.org/TopFivePercentSchool.html
Web site: http://www.lths.org/TopFivePercentSchool.html
PHOTO SOURCE: http://www.lths.org/
Carl Sandburg High School - ABC Channel 7 Visit and Newsweek List
Carl Sandburg High School (Orland Park, IL) has been named one of Newsweek's top 1,000 schools on several occasions in recent years. To see Roz Varon's (of ABC 7) Carl Sandburg High School fun facts from her visit to the school, click here.
WTTW - Tours the Southwest Suburbs
Geoffrey Baer from WTTW channel 11 explores Chicago's Southwest Suburbs in "The Southwest Suburbs: Birthplace of Chicago."
You can click on the WTTW link below and explore by town and by subject...and learn all about what these suburbs have to offer!
IMAGE SOURCE: http://www.wttw.com/
Some Listings SOLD by Team Glockler in 2006-2008!
Call us today...your home could be next!
12041 WINCHESTER, 16808 CICERO, 900 E 11TH STREET, 3720 JUNIPER, 4730 82ND PLACE, 4028 W. 100TH STREET, 10265 HICKORY DRIVE, 13914 STONEOAK WAY, 8715 81ST AVENUE, 5935 W. 64TH STREET, 14351 ELIZABETH LANE, 13049 MEADOWVIEW, 14526 EAST ABBOTT, 14604 APPALOOSA, 14031 GOLDEN OAK DRIVE, 14246 CHICKASAW TRAIL, 14427 GLEN DRIVE WEST, 12234 BLACK FOREST TRAIL, 12139 LAKE VIEW TRAIL, 1840 BELLECHASE DRIVE, 504 SHALE COURT, 14538 CLYDESDALE, 15203 SILO, 14041 GOLDEN OAK DRIVE, 15958 OAK VALLEY TRAIL, 13133 RADO DRIVE SOUTH, 13938 CHEROKEE TRAIL, 16556 PINECREEK DRIVE, 14749 ASHBORNE, 16471 PARKER ROAD, 14748 ASHBORNE, 25792 EGYPTIAN TRAIL, 5569 FIELDS DRIVE, 20033 LAKEVIEW WAY, 15164 VICTORIA CROSSINGS COURT, 14608 CLYDESDALE, 16406 STUART, 22248 NIAGARA TRAIL, 16415 WILLOW WALK DRIVE, 8806 CLARE, 10935 CONIFER COURT, 7445 PLANK TRAIL COURT, 11640 BLACK HAWK COURT, 20 COUR MONTREAL, 16051 84TH PLACE, 7215 BRADLEY, 3100 ROBERTS DRIVE, 309 THISTLE DRIVE, 1988 WESTRIDGE COURT, 16651 APACHE, 9229 ETHYL LANE, 1244 NEWBRIDGE DRIVE, 6235 BRET DRIVE, 13311 MAVERICK TRAIL, 15630 TWIN LAKES DRIVE, 15958 OAK VALLEY TRAIL, 1141 STATE STREET, 10943 PERSIMMON COURT, 10511 ROBERTS ROAD, 7004 CREEKSIDE, 327 CHARLESTON,17 LONG COVE DRIVE, 14312 MELBOURNE PLACE,501 HAMILTON, 13646 IRONWOOD CIRCLE, 15607 CATALINA COURT, 14628 APPALOOSA, 13857 HIAWATHA COURT, 122 BODINE, 756 HEMLOCK, 13261 STONEWOOD, 13858 ROCK BLUFF, 13735 IRONWOOD CIRCLE, 13820 DUBLIN, 8625 145TH, 1004 BROOKE LANE, 14070 STONEGATE, 16617 NATOMA, 895 E FOURTH, 104 BODINE, 5123 155TH STREET, 13707 CAREFREE DRIVE, 13738 IRONWOOD CIRCLE, 14501 STIRRUP, 15157 LONG MEADOW, 15225 WOODMAR, 16631 ASH, 14354 PINEWOOD, 19408 LANCASTER, 18039 ALYSSE COURT, 1018 BROOKE, 124 BERTRAM, 7764 WOODWARD, 10423 SAN LUIS, 1 BILLY CASPER, 5980 LAKE BLUFF, 7831 157TH STREET, 16818 HAVEN, 13019 MEADOWVIEW LANE, 19636 WESTMINSTER, 17532 CRYSTAL LAKE DRIVE
Prepping Your Home To Sell
Here are some of my recommendations on how to get ready for your house to be on the market...
- De-clutter
Free your countertops, floors, fireplaces, etc. of trinkets and other things that are not needed. Box them up. Sometimes there is also extra and unnecessary furniture out as well. That could make a room appear more closed in and smaller.
- Take your memories with you
Buyers have to picture themsleves in the home they are looking at. When a home is very personalized, either in terms of designing style (that doesn't appear to the mass buyer), or in terms of having photos and memoriabilia throughout the house, it distract the buyer. It appears still as your home. Remove excessive photos and memoriabilia to aid the buyer in imagine your current home and the buyer's new home.
- Tone down loud or unique wall colors or wallpaper
You may want to tone down vibrant paint colors and opt for a white, off white, cream or beige instead to better appeal to various buyers. Additionally, if you have wallpaper, you may want to take it down before your house goes on the market. Some buyers will not like to do extra work come move-in time.
- Clean floors, carpet, countertops, etc.
A dirty house is a turn-off for buyers. Show that you care for the house.
- Curb appeal is just as important as the inside of the house
Don't forget about everything on the outside of your house. A first impression is sometimes the most important as it could set the mood for the buyer. Sweep the porch, trim the bushes, paint the mailbox, replace the garage door lights, etc.
- De-clutter
Free your countertops, floors, fireplaces, etc. of trinkets and other things that are not needed. Box them up. Sometimes there is also extra and unnecessary furniture out as well. That could make a room appear more closed in and smaller.
- Take your memories with you
Buyers have to picture themsleves in the home they are looking at. When a home is very personalized, either in terms of designing style (that doesn't appear to the mass buyer), or in terms of having photos and memoriabilia throughout the house, it distract the buyer. It appears still as your home. Remove excessive photos and memoriabilia to aid the buyer in imagine your current home and the buyer's new home.
- Tone down loud or unique wall colors or wallpaper
You may want to tone down vibrant paint colors and opt for a white, off white, cream or beige instead to better appeal to various buyers. Additionally, if you have wallpaper, you may want to take it down before your house goes on the market. Some buyers will not like to do extra work come move-in time.
- Clean floors, carpet, countertops, etc.
A dirty house is a turn-off for buyers. Show that you care for the house.
- Curb appeal is just as important as the inside of the house
Don't forget about everything on the outside of your house. A first impression is sometimes the most important as it could set the mood for the buyer. Sweep the porch, trim the bushes, paint the mailbox, replace the garage door lights, etc.
What we do
We are two knowledgeable real estate agents serving the southwest Chicago suburbs and surrounding areas. We have over 29 years' combined experience and are the number #1 team at Remax "10" - a great honor.
If you are thinking of buying or selling a home, give us a call today. Judy Glockler can be reached at 708.476.1166.
To see our listings and for more information, see the sidebar on the right side of the blog.
Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.
If you are thinking of buying or selling a home, give us a call today. Judy Glockler can be reached at 708.476.1166.
To see our listings and for more information, see the sidebar on the right side of the blog.
Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.
Greetings and welcome to our blog!
We created this with buyers and sellers in mind. We thought it could be a great way to post new listings and information.
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