Cool gardening tips for a hot summer yard

By Debra Levey Larson Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — Heat, humidity, storms,
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July 20, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Some facts about organic gardening

By Debra Levey Larson Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill. — People who are
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July 6, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Add value to your bathroom with a steam shower

ARA Content If your bathroom remodel includes plans to open the walls and you’re already paying for labor costs, you can
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July 6, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Watering tips for vegetable gardens

By Debra Levey Larson Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill.—To be productive, vegetable gardens
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June 22, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

May housing sales up 26.6 percent over April 2011

Staff Report Rockford Area Realtors reported 276 property sales in May, up 26.6 percent from 218 sales in April. The historical
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June 22, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden> Real Estate News | Comments (0)

Rockford’s Humpal Realtors converts to RE/MAX brand

Staff Report Veteran real estate pro Tom Humpal of Humpal Realtors looked toward the future when he decided to convert his
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June 8, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden> Real Estate News | Comments (0)

Spring pruning promotes healthy plant growth

Staff Report HERNDON, Va.—Spring is a great time to begin most lawn and landscaping projects around your home. During this time,
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June 8, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Remodeling on a shoestring: Interior painting

By Paint Quality Institute With jobs scarce and household expenses rising, there’s a natural tendency to put your remodeling plans on
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June 8, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | 1 Comment

Dickerson & Nieman makes 2011 REAL Trends 500 List

Staff Report Dickerson & Nieman Realtors has been recognized in the 2011 REAL Trends 500 report. The REAL Trends 500 is an
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May 25, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden> Real Estate News | Comments (0)

Belvidere family chosen for Habitat home

Staff Report Habitat for Humanity of Boone County has purchased a lot and selected a partner family for 2011. Ana Moreno and
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May 25, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Real Estate: April housing stats show slight uptick

Staff Report Area housing stats showed a slight uptick in April with sales up 3.3 percent from 211 properties sold in
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May 11, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden> Real Estate News | Comments (0)

April 30 Real Estate Boot Camp features home giveaway

Staff Report A Real Estate Boot Camp is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 30, largely on the
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April 27, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Real Estate: March housing sales up over February, down from 2010

Staff Report Rockford-area home sales were up an impressive 22 percent from 173 homes sold in February to 211 properties sold
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April 13, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Lawn care expert shares tips on kickstarting spring growth

Staff Report LOVES PARK, Ill.—Mother Nature does a great job when it comes to waking up plants from a long winter’s
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March 30, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Early spring gardening

By Debra Levey Larson Media/Communications, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill.—Early spring gardening is a challenge
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March 16, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | 1 Comment

Area home sales down 18.4 percent from 2010

From press release Rockford-area home sales were down 18.4 percent from 212 homes sold in February 2010 to 173 properties sold
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March 16, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Roller or brush? The applicator matters for your DIY painting project

Courtesy of ARA Content In today’s tight economy, freshening outdated home interiors can seem like a daunting, budget-breaking task. The good
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March 16, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Optimal buyer market conditions linger in Illinois housing market

From press release SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—Buyer market conditions remain in most Illinoishousing markets as low mortgage interest rates helped spur some early
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March 2, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Rockford agents receive top honors, foreclosures down from last year

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Two Rockford real estate agents were honored by the Rockford Area Realtors (RAR) Association for their accomplishments
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

January housing sales up 2.6 percent over 2010

From press release Rockford-area home sales started 2011 with sales up slightly over January 2010 with the average selling price remaining
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

True-look cedar roofing delivers style with minimized fire risk

Courtesy of ARA Content The roof is one of the most critical ways a family can protect the investment and comfort
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February 16, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Google to exit real estate listing market

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Internet giant Google announced last week it will leave the real estate market and retire the Google
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February 2, 2011 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

Filing your state tax return? Help a family build a house, too

From press release OSWEGO, Ill.—Starting this year, Habitat for Humanity of Illinois appears on the Schedule G state income tax form
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February 2, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | 1 Comment

On Real Estate: Identifying common complaints against mortgage companies

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer While the economy shows some signs of improvement, the mortgage industry is still licking its wounds from
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January 19, 2011 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

Keep fresh air flowing during dry winter months

Courtesy of ARA Content Winter is the season for being cozy, while spending long days and nights inside the comfort of
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January 19, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | 1 Comment

A checklist for winterizing your home

From press release Year after year, people look for ways to save money on heating their homes. The Better Business Bureau
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January 19, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

An easy way to save 15 percent on utility bills

Courtesy of ARA Content Saving money around the house continues to be a major pursuit for homeowners nationwide. And with a
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January 19, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Selling your home in 2011? Tips to add value during winter months

Courtesy of ARA Content Major home renovations can be overwhelming, but there are a few fundamental repairs that can update your
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January 5, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Outlook positive for commercial real estate

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer While some of 2011 will resemble much of 2010 on the commercial real estate front, several indicators
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January 5, 2011 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

Top 10 home decor trends for 2011

Courtesy of ARA Content Something old, something new. Something borrowed, something blue. While typically the refrain for most brides, this adage
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January 5, 2011 | Also published in Home & Garden | 1 Comment

On Real Estate: Homeownership still outpacing other investments, inflation

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Even in a market where distressed properties are common, homeownership continues to be a sound long-term investment.
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December 22, 2010 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

Habitat for Humanity surpasses 400,000-house milestone

From press release BELVIDERE, Ill.—Habitat for Humanity surpassed its 400,000-house milestone during its most recent fiscal year. Since the nonprofit organization
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December 22, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Tips to save money and reduce your environmental footprint

Courtesy of ARA Content Are you afraid to turn up the heat in your house this winter because you consider your
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December 8, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Home sales down in November, Realtors feel national gloom

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer The number of area homes sold missed the 300 mark in November, making it the fifth month
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December 8, 2010 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

Beyond the snow thrower: New options make it possible to become a ‘plow-it-yourselfer’

Courtesy of ARA Content If you’re fortunate enough to live on a large lot, you likely enjoy the added space and
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December 8, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Hope emerges for commercial real estate investors

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer As capital supplies continue to increase, commercial real estate investors are seeing a light at what has
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

Winter care of potted perennials

By Debra Levey Larson Media/Communications Specialist, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill.—Taking care of your potted
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Third-quarter home sales down 24 percent

From press release SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—More than half of Illinois counties reported gains in the median home sale price during the third
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November 24, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Choosing between first mortgage refinance or a home equity loan requires homework

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Whether to refinance into a first mortgage or to obtain an equity loan can be a challenging
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November 10, 2010 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Fraud breeds fraud on foreclosure front

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer When mortgage lenders began to fall as far back as 2006, leading to an all-out banking implosion
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October 27, 2010 | Also published in On Real Estate> Online Exclusives | 1 Comment

After one of the hottest, wettest summers on record, lawns need some TLC

From press release LOVES PARK, Ill.—It’s a common sight across Loves Park—brown patches on lawns. Despite homeowners’ best attempts to keep
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October 27, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

A new roof can put money back in homeowners’ pockets

Courtesy of ARA Content A 2010 survey by American Express indicates homeowners will spend more than $6,000, on average, on home
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October 13, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

September sales up 3.4 percent; historically, sales fall 15 percent

From press release Sales of homes and condominiums increased 3.4 percent from August to September, while historically sales typically fall 15
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October 13, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Tips for quick and easy wallpaper removal

Courtesy of ARA Content The lilac print wallpaper in your bedroom may not be your style. And if your house is
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September 29, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Turning to the real estate auction to move property

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Real estate auctions can allow homeowners better odds at selling property, especially in a soft market where
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September 29, 2010 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

Fall lawns, weeds, leaves and more

By Debra Levey Larson Media/Communications, University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences URBANA, Ill.—Late August and early September are
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September 15, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Working the short-sale market

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer With a plentiful number of foreclosures still on the market, many of which continue to remain idle,
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September 15, 2010 | Also published in On Real Estate | Comments (0)

On Real Estate: Missed mortgage payments common in Illinois

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Of the 1.7 million Illinois home loans on the books, one in 10 were at least 30
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September 1, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Fast, frugal fall home fix-ups

Courtesy of ARA Content The ebbing sun and dropping mercury in the garden thermometer signal the end of summer. The shorter,
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September 1, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)

Four ways to improve your home’s beauty and resale value

Courtesy of ARA Content In a tough housing market, homeowners want to improve their home’s beauty and functionality, while adding resale
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August 18, 2010 | Also published in Home & Garden | Comments (0)


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