Champaign-Urbana, IL Residential + Commercial Real Estate >> Buyers, Sellers and Investors

Josh Gidcumb, left, owner of CU Realty Group LLC,Champaign, spoke-to Hamilton County Rotary Club on July 24 about his business projects in McLeansboro, renovations tos the downtown square and possible lodging in pthe near future for the city. At right is Rotarian Mike Woley. Please visit www.CUR...

Courtesy of McLeansboro Times Leader Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce welcomed two new businesses to McLeansboro’s downtown square with ribbon-cutting ceremonies last week. In top photo, Tina Craddock, owner of Splash Ink, a custom shirt shop, cuts the ribbon for the business which opened Jul...

OK, this isn’t really a “read,” per se, but the video is worth watching.   It’s an ad run by Nike and the kid in this video — 12-year-old Nathan from London, Ohio — proves one thing, according to Nike: “Greatness is not beyond his reach, nor is it for any of us. and it’s pretty inspiring if you ...

According to a recent article from Trulia, Interior Repair Hot Spots Where Sellers Should Focus Their Attention. It’s imperative that sellers don’t ignore necessary home repairs that a buyer’s inspector might uncover during an inspection."even small problems can result in buyer requests for repa...

Whether it be an unexpected one-time repair or just a trickle of little, monthly costs we didn’t account for follow my blog for tips on Handling the Hidden Costs of Home Ownership. Then comment and tell me... What was it, and what advice would you give for avoiding hidden costs to new home owners...

According to recent article from the Illinois Association of Realtors, home sales surged 18 percent over previous year levels, with data released today by the Illinois Association of REALTORS® showing signs that the state’s housing market is strengthening. Statewide home sales (including single-f...

Open House Today! From 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Old world charm on 3.5 acres. Farmhouse appeal with recent updates to include updated kitchen and new appliances, updated bathrooms, hardwoods in the bedrooms, 2 fireplaces and bay windows. Serene and peaceful views of the outdoors and pond from the many d...

I love DIY projects, but I am always looking for tips to make my life easier. In a recent article, Trulia provided seven questions to ask yourself as part of that decision-making process, in order to avoid a DIY disaster. 1.  What's the project?  Define the project, in writing, as completely as p...

OPEN HOUSE… Join Us Next Wednesday, July 25th from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Don’t miss your chance to view this home. OPEN HOUSE:  Next Wednesday, July 25th from 5:00 -7:00 pm. Old world charm on 3.5 acres. Farmhouse appeal with recent updates to include updated kitchen and new appliances, updated bathr...

  July 2012 Market Update   The national housing market continues to recover, evidenced by a balanced supply of inventory as well as improvements in home prices and the number of homes sold. The median home price increased again this month from last month, reaching $182,000 compared to $155,600 ...