I have the good fortunate of having a Spouse who is a superb gourmet cook, who keeps me going the fitness center. For years she has faithfully used Pampered Chef products, taking advantage of gaining lots of their quality products for free via hosting Pampered Chef parties. Finally honoring years of loyalty, her consultant Michele over a year ago after hinting for years my Spouse should become her own consultant, stop by one evening for a heart to heart, you need to come into this business meeting. It took her about a month to decide.  She asked me what I thought about it with her having a very demanding career time wise?  I told her if she had peace about it, then she should do it.  I told her I would do my part to help her promote her business. Now, she is teaching many of her valued ... 02/03/2014

Romancing the Home: Love is in the Air   When searching for a home, it is easy to "fall in love" with a property. Before you put in that offer though, ask yourself can you BE in love in the house? How a home stacks up in the realm of romance might take top tier in some people's list of priorities, but even if it doesn't, issues like privacy, noise, temperature and certain amenities can definitely break up your love affair with a property.   Loving a home and being in love in a home can go together. Look at properties that are well designed and maintained, easy to live in, and that are in areas that foster a sense of sanctuary, enabling people to be at their best. Homeowners that are seeking to amp up the warm feelings of love in their environment can find ways to evaluate homes with the... 01/28/2014

Yankee Ridge, Homes for Sale in Frankfort, IL Yankee Ridge Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 3618 Average Property Taxes: 14311 Homes Listed: 8 Homes Sold: 5 Average Number of Days To Sell: 115 The above Frankfort real estate statistics were compiled by Team Bowers Realtors based on homes listed for sale in Yankee Ridge, Frankfort, Illinois between December 19th, 2012 and December 19th, 2013. Homes for sale in Yankee Ridge Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 10596 Lexington Lane 4 4 3414 1993 $439,900 Sold Real Estate in Yankee Ridge - (October 11th, 2013 - January 9th, 2014) Address Beds Total Baths Total Sold Price 10701 Williamsburg Trail 4 3 $419,000 The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity pro... 01/08/2014

Georgetown, Homes for Sale in Frankfort, IL Georgetown Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 3398 Average Property Taxes: 9080 Homes Listed: 10 Homes Sold: 5 Average Number of Days To Sell: 125 The above Frankfort real estate statistics were compiled by Team Bowers Realtors based on homes listed for sale in Georgetown, Frankfort, Illinois between December 19th, 2012 and December 19th, 2013. Homes for sale in Georgetown Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 7270 Virginia Court 4 3.1 3000 1994 $265,000 21214 Old North Church Road 3 2.1 3439 1994 $252,999 Sold Real Estate in Georgetown - (October 10th, 2013 - January 8th, 2014) Address Beds Total Baths Total Sold Price 7255 Georgetown Commons 4 2.1 $277,000 The data relating to real estate for sale on this website ... 01/08/2014

Pets in the Mix: From Petrifying to Purrfect   A beautiful cat or friendly dog might be just the thing for you and your family. As members of the household, pets have a place in your home and your heart. But what about pets and all that go with them when you are buying or selling a home? In the case of a large investment such as buying or selling a property, addressing the topic of pets during this transaction is worthy of some sniffing out.   True animal lovers often have homes that are especially welcoming to animals and people alike. Homes that are set back from roads or traffic, or are close to dog parks or walking trails might have special appeal. Horse-properties are often fenced, have pasture land or barns, and storage for feed. Whether or not you have pets, if you are selling a ... 01/03/2014

Heritage Knolls, Search Homes for Sale in Frankfort, IL Heritage Knolls Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 2722 Average Property Taxes: 8253 Homes Listed: 9 Homes Sold: 4 Average Number of Days To Sell: 130 The above Frankfort real estate statistics were compiled by Team Bowers Realtors based on homes listed for sale in Heritage Knolls, Frankfort, Illinois between December 19th, 2012 and December 19th, 2013. Homes for sale in Heritage Knolls Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 22134 Somerset Court 4 3.1 0 2000 $349,900 21950 Princeton Circle 4 3.1 3000 2005 $389,900 22049 Oakton Avenue 4 3 2004 1990 $275,000 Sold Real Estate in Heritage Knolls - (September 20th, 2013 - December 19th, 2013) Address Beds Total Baths Total Sold Price 21980 Oakton Avenue 4 2.1 ... 12/19/2013

White Oak Estates, Homes for Sale in Frankfort, Illinois White Oak Estates Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 2720 Average Property Taxes: 7812 Homes Listed: 7 Homes Sold: 4 Average Number of Days To Sell: 101 The above Frankfort real estate statistics were compiled by Team Bowers Realtors based on homes listed for sale in White Oak Estates, Frankfort, Illinois between December 12th, 2012 and December 12th, 2013. Homes for sale in White Oak Estates Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 20760 Newberry Avenue 4 2.1 2700 2013 $398,500 The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity program of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC. Real Estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Bowers Realty Group LLC are marked... 12/12/2013

I get the opportunity daily to work in a very affordable marketplace where Cash Buyers can find some amazing deals.  People are still amazed when I tell them they can purchase an almost move in condition foreclosure home on the South Side of Chicago for under $40,000.00.  A little over a month a ago I got another very familiar call I get often, this one from a Young-Man who informed me he had saved his money, and wanted to purchase a home for cash.  He had selected a home I was marketing in the Morgan Park neighborhood.  This neighborhood was made famous by initially the Play, and later the Movie, "A Raisin In The Sun."  After inquiring if he was willing to produce evidence he had proof of funds, and if he understood the real estate term Dual-Agency, I agree to meet him for a tour of th... 11/26/2013

As fraud savvy I believe I am, I now know I have to remind myself daily I have Caller-id for a reason on all my telephones.  A couple of days ago I got an early morning call waking me up out of my good sleep.  I looked at the caller-id, and it said NO-NAME.  Normally, I would not answer the call, and just wait for them to leave a message.  The other morning in my waking up Fog I answered the call.  The Caller with an Indian accent announced He was calling from Microsoft.  He told me their computer systems alerted them to call me because my computer was in danger of crashing within a couple of days.  He asked me to turn on my computer so he could show me where I had errors and warnings.  Still in my Fog I complied and followed his instructions as he showed me, and told me if I had more t... 11/22/2013

Fall Fixes NOT to Nix   While spring may be the time for cleaning, fall is surely the time for fixing. Simple improvements can save money in utility bills as well as prevent costly repairs in the future. Like a well-played game of football, the homeowner needs a good playbook to get ahead in the game. The trick is, by the time it is October many areas might be into the first quarter -- well on the way to frigid temperatures - so prioritize and use this valuable time to the best advantage.   Play it Safe   A good bet is "Safety First." Start simple: look at entrances and exits in and around the home and consider how they may be affected by the change in seasons. Look at safety issues around moisture, temperature and light. Are there areas that are particularly dark that need more lightin... 10/30/2013

Hiring Help: From "How To" to "Hurrah!"   Whether you are in over your head or juggling too many tasks, hiring help can be a great idea. Projects can benefit from specialized expertise, more work can be accomplished at one time, and as a homeowner you can step back from the tasks at hand to get a wider perspective. The time and energy you save may more than offset the expense.   However, trouble ensues when the wrong help is hired. Establishing what you want to accomplish is essential, so size things up thoroughly. When looking at a specific project or problem, you might benefit from having a few people look at it and offer ideas of how they might approach a solution. Sometimes the first ideas are not the best, and as you look at issues, new priorities emerge. Are you looking for an int... 10/30/2013

New Frankfort Settlement, Homes for Sale in Frankfort, IL New Frankfort Settlement Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 3772 Average Property Taxes: 11512 Homes Listed: 9 Homes Sold: 2 Average Number of Days To Sell: 280 The above Frankfort real estate statistics were compiled by Team Bowers Realtors based on homes listed for sale in New Frankfort Settlement, Frankfort, Illinois between October 24th, 2012 and October 24th, 2013. Homes for sale in New Frankfort Settlement Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 828 Stonebridge Road 5 5.1 5277 2004 $975,000 809 Shagbark Court 3 3 2161 2005 $484,900 713 Stonebridge Road 5 3.1 3477 1988 $399,808 712 Stonebridge Road 3 2.1 2500 1989 $389,000 The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from ... 10/24/2013

Stone Creek, Frankfort Homes for Sale Stone Creek Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 3749 Average Property Taxes: 6564 Homes Listed: 7 Homes Sold: 4 Average Number of Days To Sell: 99 The above Frankfort real estate statistics were compiled by Team Bowers Realtors based on homes listed for sale in Stone Creek, Frankfort, Illinois between October 14th, 2012 and October 14th, 2013. Homes for sale in Stone Creek Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 8687 Stone Creek Boulevard 5 5.1 0 2006 $575,808 8748 Chilton Court 5 6 5238 2009 $575,000 8570 High Stone Way 3 2.1 2658 2013 $394,900 The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity program of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC. Real Estate listings held by brokerage fi... 10/14/2013

Pheasant Run Estates, Frankfort Homes for Sale Pheasant Run Estates Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 2211 Average Property Taxes: 7924 Homes Listed: 14 Homes Sold: 7 Average Number of Days To Sell: 57 The above statistics were compiled by Frankfort real estate agents based on homes listed for sale in Pheasant Run Estates, Frankfort, Illinois between October 8th, 2012 and October 8th, 2013. Homes for sale in Pheasant Run Estates Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 8950 Raintree Lane 2 2 2265 2000 $299,900 21164 Woodbridge Drive 2 2 2265 2000 $279,000 8966 Raintree Lane 5 3 2352 2000 $309,800 Sold Real Estate in Pheasant Run Estates - (July 10th, 2013 - October 8th, 2013) Address Beds Total Baths Total Sold Price 21227 Arbour Walk Drive 3 2 $239,000 The dat... 10/08/2013

Suttondale, Frankfort Homes for Sale Suttondale Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 3273 Average Property Taxes: 11095 Homes Listed: 6 Homes Sold: 3 Average Number of Days To Sell: 29 The above statistics were compiled by Frankfort real estate agents based on homes listed for sale in Suttondale, Frankfort, Illinois between October 7th, 2012 and October 7th, 2013. Homes for sale in Suttondale Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 10455 Nebraska Street 4 4 3500 2003 $410,000 The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity program of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC. Real Estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Keller Williams Realty - Infinity are marked with the Broker Reciprocity logo or the Broker Rec... 10/07/2013

Hawthorne Lakes, Frankfort Homes for Sale Hawthorne Lakes Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 1438 Average Property Taxes: 4719 Homes Listed: 19 Homes Sold: 9 Average Number of Days To Sell: 76 The above statistics were compiled by Frankfort real estate based on homes listed for sale in Hawthorne Lakes, Frankfort, Illinois between October 6th, 2012 and October 6th, 2013. Homes for sale in Hawthorne Lakes Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 20345 Rainford Drive 2 2 0 2005 $144,800 8237 Pecan Place 4 2 1824 2004 $199,999 Sold Real Estate in Hawthorne Lakes - (July 8th, 2013 - October 6th, 2013) Address Beds Total Baths Total Sold Price 20301 Pine Hill Road 3 2 $154,000 8338 Chestnut Court 3 2 $149,999 The data relating to real estate for sale on this website c... 10/06/2013

Golfview Estates, Frankfort Homes for Sale Golfview Estates Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 4850 Average Property Taxes: 10251 Homes Listed: 5 Homes Sold: 1 Average Number of Days To Sell: 64 The above statistics were compiled by Frankfort real estate agents based on homes listed for sale in Golfview Estates, Frankfort, Illinois between October 3rd, 2012 and October 3rd, 2013. Homes for sale in Golfview Estates Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 26025 Golfview Drive 4 3.1 3100 1993 $429,900 Sold Real Estate in Golfview Estates - (July 5th, 2013 - October 3rd, 2013) Address Beds Total Baths Total Sold Price 9354 Golfview Drive 5 4.2 $595,000 The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity program of Mid... 10/03/2013

Connecticut Hills, Frankfort Homes for Sale Connecticut Hills Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 2204 Average Property Taxes: 7394 Homes Listed: 16 Homes Sold: 7 Average Number of Days To Sell: 60 The above statistics were compiled by Team Bowers Realtors based on homes listed for sale in Connecticut Hills, Frankfort, Illinois between October 3rd, 2012 and October 3rd, 2013. Homes for sale in Connecticut Hills Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 546 Linden Road 5 3 2622 1970 $238,700 460 Lincoln Lane 7 4 0 U $359,900 437 Illinois Road 5 4 3000 U $334,500 Sold Real Estate in Connecticut Hills - (July 5th, 2013 - October 3rd, 2013) Address Beds Total Baths Total Sold Price 540 Lincoln Lane 3 1.1 $195,000 628 Locust Street 3 2 $230,000 400 Michigan Road 5 3 $2... 10/03/2013

Autumn Fields, Frankfort, IL Homes for Sale Autumn Fields Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 3708 Average Property Taxes: 8436 Homes Listed: 10 Homes Sold: 4 Average Number of Days To Sell: 81 The above statistics were compiled by Frankfort, IL Realtors based on homes listed for sale in Autumn Fields, Frankfort, Illinois between September 24th, 2012 and September 24th, 2013. Homes for sale in Autumn Fields Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 22598 Aster Drive 5 3.1 3953 2003 $489,900 22567 Autumn Drive 5 3.1 3947 2003 $439,900 Sold Real Estate in Autumn Fields - (June 26th, 2013 - September 24th, 2013) Address Beds Total Baths Total Sold Price 22344 Autumn Drive 5 2.1 $360,000 The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the ... 09/24/2013

Stonebridge Valley, Frankfort, IL Stonebridge Valley Real Estate Statistics Average Home Size: 3785 Average Property Taxes: 13074 Homes Listed: 15 Homes Sold: 3 Average Number of Days To Sell: 64 The above statistics were compiled by Team Bowers Realtors based on homes listed for sale in Stonebridge Valley, Frankfort, Illinois between September 23rd, 2012 and September 23rd, 2013. Homes for sale in Stonebridge Valley Address Beds Total Baths Total Sqft Year Built List Price 22628 Limestone Court 4 3.1 3400 2005 $539,000 11796 Flintstone Court 4 4 3439 2003 $499,808 Sold Real Estate in Stonebridge Valley - (June 25th, 2013 - September 23rd, 2013) Address Beds Total Baths Total Sold Price 11799 Shalestone Court 4 3.1 $635,000 11748 Flagstone Turn 4 3.1 $510,000 The data relating to real ... 09/23/2013