The architecturally significant East Highland Park home, known as the  Ben Rose Home at 370 Beech, is cantilevered over a ravine. The 5,300 square-foot modern steel and glass home has four bedrooms and four bathrooms. It was designed by architects  A. James Speyer and David Haid and built in 1953. 

The one-story home, which has no basement, sits on 3/4 of an acre and is surrounded by woods.  Taxes are $24,047 with a senior citizen exemption.

In the movie, the home was where Ferris Bueller’s friend, Cameron Frye, played by actor Alan Ruck, lived.  In one scene, Frye accidentally sends his father’s Ferrari through a glass wall and into the woods below.

A quote from the movie:

“Oh, I’m sorry. I can’t come to the door right now. I’m afraid that in my weakened condition, I could take a nasty spill down the stairs and subject myself to further school absences. You can reach my parents at their places of business. Thank you for stopping by. I appreciate your concern for my well-being. Have a nice day!”

 Today’s Closed Properties
1726 Lyons – Evanston – $39,000 (foreclosure)
1111 Darrow – Evanston – $64,900 (foreclosure)
1920 Lake – Evanston – $81,000
924 Judson #3E – Evanston – $195,000
1738 Chicago #802 – Evanston – $255,000
1720 Maple #980 – Evanston – $298,875
550 Sterling – Kenilworth – $350,000
2849 Summit – Highland Park – $400,000
611 Barton – Evanston – $430,000
1031 Madison – Evanston – $465,000
2740 Reese – Evanston – $525,000
2761 Central Park – Evanston – $650,000 (short sale)
360 Edgefield – Lake Forest – $675,000
106 Longmeadow – Winnetka – $1,000,000
149 Burnham – Evanston – $1,090,000
1310 Scott – Winnetka – $1,470,000
2744 Sheridan – Highland Park – $1,667,000
1230 Gregory – Wilmette – $1,700,000

Contract Pending – (list price=LP)
1619 Howard #B1 – Evanston – $87,300 LP
2012 Brown – Evanston – $129,900 LP
613 Case – Evanston $199,900 LP
929 Tower – Winnetka – $350,000 LP
525 Grove #2A – Evanston – $359,000 LP
602 Sheridan Square #1 – Evanston – $449,000 LP
1505 Florence  – Evanston - $529,000 LP
78 Warrington – Lake Bluff – $539,900 LP
1030 Sheridan – Glencoe – $607,500 LP
184 Green Bay – Winnetka – $989,000 LP
1086 Spruce – Winnetka – $995,000 LP
256 Woodstock – Kenilworth – $3,800,000 LP

Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period May 23, 2009 through May 28, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

For more real estate information, please call me at 847-512-2724 or email me at TPareti@rubloff.com

There’s a three-bedroom ranch home on the property, known as Burnham’s Landing, that is being sold as is. The home is vacant and dated and needs plenty of work.

The value is in the land, which sits on a rise above street level and has panoramic views of Lake Michigan. The irregular-shaped land has 14,585 square-feet and is zoned R1-residential. The price tag-$2,500,000.

Daniel Burnham lived in Evanston from 1886 until his death in 1912. The Evanston History Center today opened an exhibit at the Charles Dawes House called “Daniel Burnham in Evanston.”

Today’s Closed Properties
4353 Brummel – Skokie – $297,000 (foreclosure)
3216 Hill – Wilmette – $375,000

Contract Pending – (list price=LP)
1011 Ridge Ct – Evanston – $419,000 LP

Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period May 8, 2009 through May 10, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

For more real estate information, please call me at 847-512-2724 or email me at TPareti@rubloff.com

The clue came from a building permit where a contracter noted that the architect was Sears Roebuck. The contractor might have noticed markings on the original cabinetry, indicating it came from a Sears mail-order home.

Another clue was that the original building permit of the home built in 1920 did not list an architect, which was unusual at the time, and could mean that the building materials were pre-designed and put together by a builder.

So, I called an expert  – Rebecca L Hunter - who literally wrote the book on mail-order homes – Putting Sears Homes on the Map: A Compilation of Testimonials Published in Sears Modern Homes Catalogs 1908-1940 

Rebecca so far has been unable to determine if 2302 Noyes is a mail-order home. The best clue she said is to locate part numbers on the framing boards or ceiling  joists. So far, none have been found. But the homeowners were excited, nonetheless.

Rebecca has confirmed and documented hundreds of mail-order homes in Illinois and 29 other states. She says there are almost three dozen mail-order homes in Evanston.

On Thursday, I will list those homes and write some more about mail-order homes.
 

Today’s Closed Properties
2221 Central #3E – Evanston – $182,000
7636 Kenneth – Skokie – $210,600 (foreclosure)
3333 Noyes – Evanston – $423,750
400 Oak Ridge #400 – Lake Bluff – $600,000
2147 Thornwood – Wilmette – $750,000

Under Contract – (list price=LP)
1726 Lyons – Evanston – $52,900 LP
3439 Main – Skokie – $161,500 LP
1243 Ferndale – Highland Park – $198,000 LP
613 Case – Evanston – $209,000 LP
3380 Old Mill – Highland Park – $244,000 LP
525 Barberry – Highland Park – $264,900 LP
925 Windsor – Highland Park – $287,900 LP
414 South – Evanston – $289,900 LP
4414 Davis – Skokie – $293,000 LP
4501 Birchwood – $315,000 LP
2670 Summit – Highland Park – $429,000 LP
1787 Sunnyside – Highland Park – $839,000 LP
1164 Oak Grove – Lake Forest – $919,000 LP
331 Linden – Winnetka – $1,300,000 LP
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period April 12, 2009 through April 14, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

For more real estate information, please call me at 847-512-2724 or email me at TPareti@rubloff.com

Not yet on the MLS and no sign in front, (you’re hearing it first here), this 3 bedroom/2 bath vintage home has hardwood floors, a fireplace, a new tear-off roof, built-in bookshelves, a finished walk-out basement with a full newly refinished bathroom, central air, a patio and deck, updated mechanicals, a side driveway for two cars and charming red-brick pavers leading to the  front door. 

Enjoy the summer block parties – walk two blocks to the Ladd Arboretum, the McCormick hiking trail along the river, a new park,  Kingsley Elementary, Haven Middle School and the forest preserve. The Central Street shops and library are only a short four-block walk. The Metra is about 5 blocks.

This home is a great condo alternative. And for NU students, it’s  a nice investment – just rent the upstairs bedrooms or the basement, then sell when you graduate. Ask about my Wildcard Advantage discount.

Today’s Closed Properties
8525 Skokie #2b – Skokie – $108,000 (foreclosure)
8927 Lavergne #2A- Skokie – $120,000 (foreclosure)
102 Huntington #102 – Lake Bluff – $173,000 (foreclosure)
1337 McDaniel – Evanston – $175,000 (short sale)
1788 Midland – Highland Park – $180,000 (foreclosure)
315 Asbury #315 – Evanston – $208,000
637 Library #1 – Evanston – $220,000 (foreclosure)
695 Second #204 – Highland Park – $230,000
1407 Ashland – Evanston – $250,000 (short sale)
1518 Monroe – Evanston – $250,000
7734 Park – Skokie $250,000
9018 Skokie #A – Skokie $260,000
897 Driscoll – Highland Park – $282,750
228 Callan – Evanston – $305,000 (short sale)
7300 Lamon – Skokie – $310,000
4433 Lyons  – Skokie - $356,250
348 Park – Lake Bluff – $390,000
1105 Dobson – Evanston – $400,000 (short sale)
1907 Colfax – Evanston – $449,000
1519 Hinman #3N – Evanston – $620,000
861 Foxdale – Winnetka – $637,500
1130 Judson – Evanston – $700,000
935 Oakwood – Wilmette – $775,000
1189 Oakley – Winnetka – $1,550,000
816 Kimballwood – Highland Park – $1,625,000
100 Longmeadow – Winnetka – $2,650,000

 Under Contract - (list price=LP)
1519 Simpson - Evanston – $49,500 LP
1746 Grey – Evanston – $135,000 LP
2501 Prairie #1H – Evanston – $154,000 LP
4955 Lee #108 – Skokie – $198,000 LP
511 Ridge #511 – Wilmette – $210,000 LP
1965 McCraren – Highland Park – $361,000 LP
1029 Hinman – Evanston – $939,900 LP
2233 Eqandale – Highland Park – $2,999,999 LP
1 Stone Gate – Lake Forest – $3,995,000 LP
-Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period March 29, 2009 through March 31, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

For more real estate information, please call me at 847-512-2724 or email me at TPareti@rubloff.com

In 2008, Congress enacted a $7500 tax credit designed to be an incentive for first-time homebuyers to purchase a home. The credit was designed as a mechanism to decrease the over-supply of homes for sale. For 2009, Congress has increased the credit to $8000 and made several additional improvements. This revised $8000 tax credit applies to purchases on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. Tax Credits –
The Basics

1. What’s this new homebuyer tax incentive for 2009?

The 2008 $7500, repayable credit is increased to $8000 and the repayment feature is eliminated for 2009 purchasers. Any home that is purchased for $80,000 or more qualifies for the full $8000 amount. If the house costs less than $80,000, the credit will be 10% of the cost. Thus, if an individual purchased a home for $75,000, the credit would be $7500. It is available for the purchase of a principal residence on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009.

2. Who is eligible?

Only first-time homebuyers are eligible. A person is considered a first-time buyer if he/she has not had any ownership interest in a home in the three years previous to the day of the 2009 purchase.

3. How does a tax credit work?

Every dollar of a tax credit reduces income taxes by a dollar. Credits are claimed on an individual’s income tax return. Thus, a qualified purchaser would figure out all the income items and exemptions and make all the calculations required to figure out his/her total tax due. Then, once the total tax owed has been computed, tax credits are applied to reduce the total tax bill. So, if before taking any credits on a tax return a person has total tax liability of $9500, an $8000 credit would wipe out all but $1500 of the tax due. ($9,500 – $8000 = $1500)

4. So what happens if the purchaser is eligible for an $8000 credit but their entire income tax liability for the year is only $6000?

This tax credit is what’s called “refundable” credit. Thus, if the eligible purchaser’s total tax liability was $6000, the IRS would send the purchaser a check for $2000. The refundable amount is the difference
FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER TAX CREDIT
between $8000 credit amount and the amount of tax liability. ($8000 – $6000 = $2000) Most taxpayers determine their tax liability by referring to tables that the IRS prepares each year.

5. How does withholding affect my tax credit and my refund?

A few examples are provided at the end of this document. There are several steps in this calculation, but most income tax software programs are equipped to make that determination.

6. Is there an income restriction?

Yes. The income restriction is based on the tax filing status the purchaser claims when filing his/her income tax return. Individuals filing Form 1040 as Single (or Head of Household) are eligible for the credit if their income is no more than $75,000. Married couples who file a Joint return may have income of no more than $150,000.

7. How is my “income” determined?

For most individuals, income is defined and calculated in the same manner as their Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) on their 1040 income tax return. AGI includes items like wages, salaries, interest and dividends, pension and retirement earnings, rental income and a host of other elements. AGI is the final number that appears on the bottom line of the front page of an IRS Form 1040.

8. What if I worked abroad for part of the year?

Some individuals have earned income and/or receive housing allowances while working outside the US. Their income will be adjusted to reflect those items to measure Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI). Their eligibility for the credit will be based on their MAGI.

9. Do individuals with incomes higher than the $75,000 or $150,000 limits lose all the benefit of the credit?

Not always. The credit phases-out between $75,000 – $95,000 for singles and $150,000 – $170,000 for married filing joint. The closer a buyer comes to the maximum phase-out amount, the smaller the credit will be. The law provides a formula to gradually withdraw the credit. Thus, the credit will disappear after an individual’s income reaches $95,000 (single return) or $170,000 (joint return). For example, if a married couple had income of $165,000, their credit would be reduced by 75% as shown: Couple’s income $165,000 Income limit 150,000 Excess income $15,000 The excess income amount ($15,000 in this example) is used to form a fraction. The numerator of the fraction is the excess income amount ($15,000). The denominator is $20,000 (specified by the statute).
In this example, the disallowed portion of the credit is 75% of $8000, or $6000 ($15,000/$20,000 = 75% x $8000 = $6000) Stated another way, only 25% of the credit amount would be allowed. In this example, the allowable credit would be $2000 (25% x $8000 = $2000)

10. What’s the definition of “principal residence?”

Generally, a principal residence is the home where an individual spends most of his/her time (generally defined as more than 50%). It is also defined as “owner-occupied” housing. The term includes single-family detached housing, condos or co-ops, townhouses or any similar type of new or existing dwelling. Even some houseboats or manufactured homes count as principal residences.

11. Are there restrictions on the location of the property?

Yes. The home must be located in the United States. Property located outside the US is not eligible for the credit.

12. Are there restrictions related to the financing for the mortgage on the property?

In 2009, most financing arrangements are acceptable and will not affect eligibility for the credit. Congress eliminated the financing restriction that applied in 2008. (In 2008, purchasers were ineligible for the $7500 credit if the financing was obtained by means of mortgage revenue bonds.) Now, mortgage-revenue bond financing will not disqualify an otherwise-eligible purchaser. (Mortgage revenue bonds are tax-exempt bonds issued by a state housing agency. Proceeds from the bonds must be used for below market loans to qualified buyers.)

13. Do I have to repay the 2009 tax credit?

NO. There is no repayment for 2009 tax credits.

14. Do 2008 purchasers still have to repay their tax credit?

YES. The $7500 credit in 2008 was more like an interest-free loan. All eligible purchasers who claimed the 2008 credit will still be required to repay it over 15 years, starting with their 2010 tax return. Some Practical Questions

15. How do I apply for the credit?

There is no pre-purchase authorization, application or similar approval process. All eligible purchasers simply claim the credit on their IRS Form 1040 tax return. The credit will be reflected on a new Form 5405 that will be attached to the 1040. Form 5405 can be found at www.irs.gov.

16. So I can’t use the credit amount as part of my downpayment?

No. Congress tried hard to devise a mechanism that would make the funds available for closing costs, but found that pre-funding would require cumbersome processes that would, in effect, bring the IRS into the purchase and settlement phase of the transaction.

17. So there’s no way to get any cash flow benefits before I file my tax return?

Yes, there is. Any first-time homebuyers who believe they are eligible for all or part of the credit can modify their income tax withholding (through their employers) or adjust their quarterly estimated tax payments. Individuals subject to income tax withholding would get an IRS Form W-4 from their employer, follow the instructions on the schedules provided and give the completed Form W-4 back to the employer. In many cases their withholding would decrease and their take-home pay would increase. Those who make estimated tax payments would make similar adjustments.

18. What if I purchase later this year but can’t get to settlement before December 1?

The credit is available for purchases before December 1, 2009. A home is considered as “purchased” when all events have occurred that transfer the title from the seller to the new purchaser. Thus, closings must occur before December 1, 2009 for purchases to be eligible for the credit.

19. I haven’t even filed my 2008 tax return yet. If I buy in 2009, do I have to wait until next year to get the benefit of the credit?

You’ll have a helpful choice that might speed up the process. Eligible homebuyers who make their purchase between January 1, 2009 and December 1, 2009 can treat the purchase as if it had occurred on December 31, 2008. Thus, they can claim the credit on their 2008 tax return that is due on April 15, 2009. They actually have three filing options.  If they purchase between January 1, 2009 and April 15, 2009, they can claim the $8000 credit on the 2008 return due on April 15. They can extend their 2008 income-tax filing until as late as October 15, 2009. (The IRS grants automatic extensions, but the taxpayer must file for the extension. See www.irs.gov for instructions on how to obtain an extension.) If they have filed their 2008 return before they purchase the home, they may file an amended 2008 tax return on Form 1040X. (Form 1040X is available at www.irs.gov)
Of course, 2009 purchasers will always have the option of claiming the credit for the 2009 purchase on their 2009 return. Their 2009 tax return is due on April 15, 2010.

20. I purchased my home in early 2009 before the stimulus bill was enacted. I claimed a $7500 tax credit on my 2008 return as prior law had permitted. Am I restricted to just a $7500 credit?

No, you would qualify for the $8000 credit. Eligible purchasers who have already claimed the $7500 credit on a 2008 return for a 2009 purchase may file an amended return (IRS Form 1040X) for the 2008 tax year. This amended return will enable them to obtain the additional $500 credit amount.

21. If I claim my 2009 $8000 credit on my 2008 tax return, will I have to repay the credit just as the 2008 credits are repaid?

No. Congress anticipated this confusion and has made specific provision so that there would be no repayment of 2009 credits that are claimed on 2008 returns.

22. I made an eligible purchase of a principal residence in May 2008 and claimed the $7500 credit on my 2008 tax return. My brother, who has never owned a home, wishes to purchase a partial interest in the home this spring and move in. Will he qualify for the $8000 credit, as well?

No. Any purchase of a principal residence (or interest in a principal residence) from a related party such as a sibling, parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle is ineligible for the tax credit. Since you and your brother are related in this way, he cannot qualify for the credit on any portion of the home that he purchases from you, even if he is a first-time homebuyer.

23. I live in the District of Columbia. If I qualify as a first-time homebuyer, can I use both the $5000 DC credit and the $8000 credit?

No; double dipping is not allowed. You would be eligible for only the $8000 credit. This will be an advantage because of the higher credit amount, plus the eligibility requirements for the $8000 credit are somewhat more easily satisfied than the DC credit.

24. I know there is no repayment requirement for the $8000 credit. Will I ever have to repay any of the credit back to the government?

One situation does require a recapture payment back to the government. If you claim the credit but then sell the property within 3 years of the date of purchase, you are required to pay back the full amount of any credit, including any refund you received from it. A few exceptions apply. (See below, #24). Note that this same 3-year recapture rule applies, as well, to the $7500 credit available for 2008. This provision is designed as an anti-flipping rule.

25. What if I die or get divorced or my property is ruined in a natural disaster within the 3 years?

The repayment rules are eased for many circumstances. If the homeowner who used the credit dies within the first three years of ownership, there is no recapture. Special rules make adjustments for people who sell homes as part of a divorce settlement, as well. Similarly, adjustments are made in the case of a home that is part of an involuntary conversion (property is destroyed in a natural disaster or subject to condemnation by eminent domain by an authorized agency) within the first three years.

26. I have a home under construction. Am I eligible for the credit?

Yes, so long as you actually occupy the home before December 1, 2009. WITHHOLDING EXAMPLES: Note: The impact of estimated tax payments would be the same. Situation 1: Sally plans her withholding so that her withholding is as close as possible to what she anticipates as her income tax liability for the year. When she fills out her 1040, her liability is $6000. She has had $6000 withheld from her paycheck. She also qualifies for the $8000 homebuyer credit. Result: Sally’s withholding satisfies her tax liability and reduces it to zero. She will receive a refund of the full $8000. Situation 2: Nick and Nora file a joint return. Nick is self-employed and makes estimated payments; Nora has taxes withheld from her salary. When they compute their taxes, their combined withholding and estimated tax payments are $11,000. Their income tax liability is $9800. They also qualified as first-time homebuyers and are eligible for the $8000 refundable tax credit. Result: Ordinarily, their combined estimated tax payments and withholding would make them eligible for a refund of $1200 ($11,000 – $9800 = $1200). Because they are eligible for the refundable tax credit as well, they will receive a refund of $9200 ($1200 income tax refund + $8000 refundable tax credit = $9200) Situation 3: Cesar and LuzMaria both have income taxes withheld from their salaries and file a joint return. When they file their income tax return, their combined withholding is $5000. However, their total tax liability is $7200, generating an additional income tax liability of $2200 ($7200 – $5000). They also qualify for the $8000 first-time homebuyer tax credit. Result: Cesar and LuzMaria have been under-withheld by $2200. Ordinarily, they would be required to pay the additional $2200 they owe (plus any applicable interest and penalties). Because they are eligible for the refundable homebuyer tax credit, the credit will cover the $2200 additional liability. In addition, they will receive an income tax refund of $5800 ($8000 – $2200 = $5800). If they owed penalties and/or interest, that amount would reduce the refund.

Today’s Closed Properties
2731 Marl Oak – Highland Park – $1,090,000
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period March 5, 2009 through March 6, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

For more real estate information, please call me at 847-512-2724 or email me at TPareti@rubloff.com

As Modified in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

Major Modifications Italicized

February 2009

Today’s Closed Properties
4747 Howard #202 – Skokie – $142,500
1043 McDaniel -  Evanston -  $170,000 (foreclosure)
4945 Brummel -  Skokie -  $245,000 (short sale)
380 Scott – Lake Forest -  $735,000
9454 Drake – Evanston - $1,100,000  
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period March 4, 2009 through March 5, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

For more real estate information, please call me at 847-512-2724 or email me at TPareti@rubloff.com

There are now two more good reasons to buy a home - a tax credit and the lowering of a required down payment.

1) Under Obama’s newly passed economic stimulus package,  first-time homebuyers who purchase a home between Jan. 1 and Dec. 1, 2009 “will be eligible for a tax credit of 10 percent of the value of the home, up to $8,000.  Homeowners don’t have to pay back this credit over the next 15 years, the way they had to with the $7,500 tax credit enacted last summer. However, homebuyers would have to repay the credit if they sold their homes within three years.” The tax credit applies to anyone who has not owned a home for at least three years.

2) First time homebuyers can now put in as little as 5% on a conventional loan. Before, the minimum down payment requirement was 10% for a conventional Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loan. That forced many home  buyers to turn to an FHA loan, which contains an expensive one-time mortgage insurance payment and is more difficult for condo purchases.

If you consider the tax credit and lowered down payment loan requirements along with an overall price decline in the real estate market and Obama’s Foreclosure Prevention Plan, soon it could be the optimum time to buy. If the economic stimulus package does what it is intended to do – minimize foreclosures, shrink housing inventory and stabilize the housing market – we could see home values make a slow ascent. 

Today’s Closed Properties
9242 Gross Point #305 – Skokie -  $168,000
2239 Asbury – Evanston – $520,000
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period Feb. 17, 2009 through Feb. 19, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

For more real estate information, please call me at 847-512-2724 or email me at TPareti@rubloff.com

1220 Main Street in Evanston

With its dramatic metallic angular facade, it’s not hard to miss “the METALhouse 1″ on 1220 Main Street. The home was built in 1985 by Evanston architect, Andrew Spatz, who still lives there. Spatz is selling the 2,800 square-foot home, and is preparing to move next door to the newly built and larger METALhouse 2.

The exterior of METALhouse 1 is comprised of anondized aluminum. Inside METALhouse 1, there’s a loft-like quality where the flow of the floor plan is irregular, complimenting the modernist style. The stainless steel bathrooms and the kitchen all fit the design of the home – metallic and modern. The living area with its two-story high ceiling is filled with southern light. Exposed angular steel curves are everywhere – light fixtures, walls and countertops. Steel beams streak across the irregular-shaped home and serve as both a structural and decorative function.

On the second level is a bedroom where Spatz promises to build another bathroom with the buyer’s input and needs. Going up another flight of stairs is the master bedroom. A neat feature is the custom walk-in shower and whirlpool tub. Spatz opened a portion of the wall over the tub to allow sunlight in the bathroom. Another flight of stairs leads up to the roof deck.

METALhouse 1 is clearly a unique architectural style that will meet the needs of someone who appreciates modern architecture. Sure, it’s unlike any other home in Evanston. But that’s what makes it unique, and adds to the architectural diversity of Evanston, which I’m appreciative (this coming from someone who lives in a vintage-style Tudor home).
Price tag=$689,000.

Today’s Closed Properties
1917 Emerson – Evanston $142,500 (short sale)
720 Oakton #4A – Evanston $163,000
2001 Sherman #501 – Evanston -  $258,000
5344 Fairview #5344 – Skokie-  $278,000 (short sale)
3750 Church – Skokie – $286,500
8555 Crawford – Skokie – $549,000
437 Broadview – Highland Park – $560,000
460 Green Bay – Lake Forest – $3,500,000
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period Feb. 10, 2009 through Feb. 12, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

For more real estate information, please call me at 847-512-2724 or email me at TPareti@rubloff.com

   I’m happy to announce that I have just earned the National Association of Realtor’s Green agent certification. The certification compliments my EcoBroker designation.  Both the NAR’s Green agent and EcoBroker certification programs trained me to become more familiar with issues and trends relating to energy efficiency, solar energy, indoor air quality, water quality, radon and green building programs.

 As a certified Green real estate professional, I can separate the facts from the fiction. My specialized training in  Green—through the EcoBroker and NAR’s Green Designation Courses— makes me uniquely qualified to provide you with real Green knowledge, not just lip service. I am uniquely positioned to market Green homes. I understand the benefits of energy-efficient and environmental features in homes, such as the homes you build, and can communicate the value of these features to prospective buyers.

Today’s Closed Properties
2021 Lake #2021 – Wilmette -  $310,000
Based on information from Midwest Real Estate Data for the period Feb. 6, 2009 through Feb. 9, 2009. Listing and solds by various Participants of MRED

For more real estate information, please call me at 847-512-2724 or email me at TPareti@rubloff.com