What's your deal breaker?... from MORALES!

		Jan '11		Feb '11		Mar '11		Apr '11		Averages
St Charles
# Active		440		453		469		497		465
# Sold		25		30		32		40		32
MKT Time		276		262		237		247		256
Med Sold $		$385,000		$279,750		$311,500		$307,250		320875
Geneva
# Active		183		185		219		231		205
# Sold		9		10		17		16		13
MKT Time		177		202		216		152		187
Med Sold $		$259,000		$268,000		$315,000		$367,500		302375
Batavia
# Active		171		173		177		188		177
# Sold		12		7		14		12		11
MKT Time		218		279		119		195		203
Med Sold $		$233,250		$220,000		$227,500		$251,250		233000
Elburn
# Active		108		106		99		101		104
# Sold		3		2		9		7		5
MKT Time		188		89		218		198		173
Med Sold $		$240,000		$252,500		$255,000		$288,000		258875
Sugar Grove
# Active		89		82		82		90		86
# Sold		6		3		7		13		7
MKT Time		319		129		232		173		213
Med Sold $		$219,500		$240,000		$315,000		$199,000		243375
Maple Park
# Active		37		43		46		41		42
# Sold		2		3		4		2		3
MKT Time		45		586		78		273		246
Med Sold $		$345,000		$195,000		$157,500		$97,500		198750

Is there anything that would stop you from buying a home? 
What if you found the perfect home, but...

Occasionally, I've gone out with a buyer who likes a home, only to find out later that it's been ruled out because of an external obsolescence!  An external what?  What if your ideal home was right next to a water tower?  Is that ok or does it scare you?  What about near a gas station?  Or right next to rail road crossing?  A cemetery?  Each buyer has his own thoughts and concerns about these "neighborhood" features.  Some folks absolutely love the fact that it means privacy for their home.  While others fear the "what could happen" scenarios. 
Ten years ago, when I bought my first home on my own, my home was very close to a train.  Growing up, my grandmother lived close to an airport, so I knew from that experience, that you "get used to it!" ... I knew I'd be ok with the rattle of trains eventually.  Now ten years later, I can tell you that I rarely wake up to their horns.  The good thing is that now I've numbed myself to many other night time noises.  I don't hear loud thunder storms anymore.  Sometimes I go to work the next morning and hear co-workers talking about how they were kept awake all night from the storm.  To which,  I'll reply, "Really?  Did it rain last night?"
I guess it's the glass half-full or half-empty theory.  Is a cemetery scary?  Or is it relaxing because it's always so peaceful and calm there?  I'd love to hear what your home deal-breakers are...

PS-- Happy Mother's Day to all the beautiful Mothers that I know!! 

            
Diane Morales
Thank you for MOVIN' WITH MORALES!!
Keller Williams Fox Valley Realty
(630) 709.9882

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Painting Today's Market Myths... from MORALES!

Myth: It's a terrible time to sell. Truth: When properties are priced competitively, homes sell quickly - regardless of the market. I'm here to arm you with the facts, data and insights you need to list your home so that it sells! Contact me to find out how much your home is worth in today's market.
Diane Morales http://movinwithmorales.kwrealty.com MovinWithMorales@kwrealty.com 630.709.9882 (Office)

Did you know that paint color is powerful?
Paint can not only alter the mood of a room, but also our physiology!

• Black - Great accent color.  Imparts elegance, formality and sophistication.  Too much black can be depressing.
• White - provides a sharp contrast to any wall color.  It also gives the illusion that the space is bigger.  Peace, simplicity, and spaciousness.  

• Purple - Stimulates brain activity
• Blue - Slows pulse rate and lowers body temperature.  Often used to heal
• Green - Soothing effect, calming.  Renewal, youth and vigor. 
  
• Yellow-  happiness and optimism.  Creates positive psychological vibes. 
  
• Orange - energy and warmth.  raw and flamboyant.
• Red - energy and excitement.  It actually makes the heart beat faster.  Desire and passion.
  

What does your favorite color say about you?! 

 

            
Diane Morales
Thank you for MOVIN' WITH MORALES!!
Keller Williams Fox Valley Realty
(630) 709.9882

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I am sensitive to your needs and will help fit the best scenario for your situation. 
Never pushy, just dependable. 

Opportunity's knocking ... from MORALES!

OPPORTUNITY

"Some men see things as they are and ask why.  Others dream things that never were and ask why not."   
-George Bernard Shaw

Did you know:

• The Rainbow is a reflection of perfect balance of the physical world
• Rainbows are positive energy
• Rainbows are the universal symbol of peace and harmony
• Rainbows are Gods promise - Genesis 9
• The angle of light refraction to create a Rainbow is 42 degrees to the eye of the observer
• Rainbows and music are made of the same stuff just vibrating at a different frequency
• The true shape of a Rainbow is a complete circle
• Roy G Biv - The way to remember the colors of the Rainbow --red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet
• What we see, feel, hear, taste and smell exists between the frequencies of red and violet
• Can you go under a rainbow's arch and come out the other side?
  Not according to the laws of physics. A rainbow is all light and water. It is always in front of you while your back is to the sun.
• Do two people ever see the same rainbow? No. As the eyes of two people cannot occupy the same place in space at the same time,
  each observer sees a different rainbow. Why? Well, because the raindrops are constantly in motion so its appearance is always changing.
  Each time you see a rainbow, it is unique in its own spectacular way! Many people consider rainbows to be an omen of some kind.

http://www.3dglasses.net/facts_about_rainbows.htm
http://www.deltatech.com/rv/rainbows.html

Are you ready to make a move or do you have questions about the current housing market?  Call me!
I'll take the time to answer your questions and help you find your own 'pot of gold' opportunity in today's market. 

--

            
Diane Morales
Thank you for MOVIN' WITH MORALES!!
Keller Williams Fox Valley Realty
(630) 709.9882

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Never pushy, just dependable. 

Welcome to the 'Burbs... from MORALES!

				Jan '11		Feb '11		Mar '11		Averages
St Charles
# Active				440		453		469		454
# Sold				25		30		32		29
MKT Time				276		262		237		258
Med Sold $				$385,000		$279,750		$311,500		$325,417
Geneva
# Active				183		185		219		$196
# Sold				9		10		17		$12
MKT Time				177		202		216		$198
Med Sold $				$259,000		$268,000		$315,000		$280,667
Batavia
# Active				171		173		177		$174
# Sold				12		7		14		$11
MKT Time				218		279		119		$205
Med Sold $				$233,250		$220,000		$227,500		$226,917

Elburn
# Active				108		106		99		$104
# Sold				3		2		9		$5
MKT Time				188		89		218		$165
Med Sold $				$240,000		$252,500		$255,000		$249,167
Sugar Grove
# Active				89		82		82		$84
# Sold				6		3		7		$5
MKT Time				319		129		232		$227
Med Sold $				$219,500		$240,000		$315,000		$258,167
Maple Park
# Active				37		43		46		$42
# Sold				2		3		4		$3
MKT Time				45		586		78		$236
Med Sold $				$345,000		$195,000		$157,500		$232,500

How well do you know the Western Suburbs?! 

1.  On which west suburban property do Bison roam free?

• Argonne National Laboratory
• McDonald's University
• Morton Arboretum
• Fermilab

2.  In 2005, Mastodon remains were discovered in which forest preserve?

• Pratt's Wayne Woods
• Fullersburg Woods
• Herrick Lake
• Greene Valley

3.  How many Frank Lloyd Wright-designed structures are located in Oak Park?

• 10
• 20
• 30
• 50

4.  Where is Illinois' 2nd largest public library? 

• St. Charles
• Elmhurst
• Schaumburg
• Naperville

5.  Which local golf course has a sand trap shaped like Dick Tracy's head?

• Prairie Landing Golf Club
• Cantigny Golf
• Cog Hill
• Village Links of Glen Ellyn

6.  What historic building was the first outside of Chicago to have air-conditioning?

• Paramount Theatre
• Hotel Baker
• Herrington Inn & Spa
• Rialto Square Theatre

7.  Where was the west suburb's 1st public school district?

• East Aurora #131
• Elmhurst #205
• Naperville #203
• Oak Park #97

1. Fermilab
2. Pratt's Wayne Woods
3. 20
4. Schaumburg
5. Cantigny Golf
6. Paramount Theatre
7. East Aurora 131

IF you are buying or selling in the Western Suburbs, give me a call! 
And yes, we have cold winters and hot summers, but... we never have hurricanes here (yet!) 

--

             
Diane Morales
Thank you for MOVIN' WITH MORALES!!
Keller Williams Fox Valley Realty
(630) 709.9882



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Are You Nuts?? Don't let this Market of a Lifetime slip away... from MORALES!

	Oct '10	Nov '10	Dec '10	Jan '11	Feb '11	Averages
St Charles
# Active	496	483	455	440	453	465.4
# Sold	32	25	35	25	30	29.4
MKT Time	191	184	185	276	262	219.6
Med Sold $	$343,000	$310,500	$262,000	$385,000	$279,750	$316,050
Geneva
# Active	213	203	192	183	185	195.2
# Sold	16	12	20	9	10	13.4
MKT Time	142	158	197	177	202	175.2
Med Sold $	$350,000	$357,500	$395,500	$259,000	$268,000	$326,000
Batavia
# Active	187	181	175	171	173	177.4
# Sold	18	5	18	12	7	12
MKT Time	163	160	223	218	279	208.6
Med Sold $	$239,750	$268,000	$202,000	$233,250	$220,000	$232,600

Elburn
# Active	131	116	112	108	106	114.6
# Sold	4	6	8	3	2	4.6
MKT Time	166	536	334	188	89	262.6
Med Sold $	$255,000	$330,350	$304,950	$240,000	$252,500	$276,560
Sugar Grove
# Active	102	99	88	89	82	92
# Sold	5	3	6	6	3	4.6
MKT Time	154	240	114	319	129	191.2
Med Sold $	$245,000	$228,000	$296,000	$219,500	$240,000	$245,700
Maple Park
# Active	48	44	42	37	43	42.8
# Sold	1	2	3	2	3	2.2
MKT Time	177	138	360	45	586	261.2
Med Sold $	$180,000	$180,950	$144,000	$345,000	$195,000	$208,990

PEANUTS & PEANUT BUTTER FUN FACTS

Fun Facts It takes about 540 peanuts to make a 12-ounce jar of peanut butter. There are enough peanuts in one acre to make 30,000 peanut butter sandwiches. Two peanut farmers have been elected president of the USA - Thomas Jefferson and Jimmy Carter. Americans were first introduced to the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup in 1928. Peanut butter was the secret behind "Mr. Ed," TV's talking horse. And yes, I'm old enough to remember the repeats from this series.... =) Most women and children prefer creamy, while most men prefer chunky. Ever wonder where the term "Peanut Gallery" comes from? The term became popular in the late 19th century and referred to the rear or uppermost seats in a theater, which were also the cheapest seats. People seated in such a gallery were able to throw peanuts, a common food at theaters, at those seated below them. It also applied to the first row of seats in a movie theater, for the occupants of those seats could throw peanuts at the stage, stating their displeasure with the performance.

Nutrition Facts

• The peanut is not a nut, but a legume related to beans and lentils.
• Peanuts have more protein, niacin, folate and phytosterols than any nut.
• Peanuts have a higher antioxidant capacity over grapes, Concord grape juice, green tea, tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, carrots and many more. 
• Peanuts and peanut butter contain over 30 essential nutrients and phytonutrients.
• Peanuts are naturally cholesterol-free.
  ~http://www.nationalpeanutboard.org/classroom-funfacts.php

What did jelly say to peanut butter?
Stick with me and we'll go places.

Did you hear the joke about peanut butter?
I'm not telling you, you might spread it.

What do you call a peanut in a spacesuit?
An astro-nut

Two peanuts were walking down the road when one was "a salted!" 

We are currently in the market of a lifetime!  Don't let it slip away! 
There has NEVER been a more affordable time to buy a home,
nor will there EVER be a market like this again in your lifetime! 
IF you can buy, you should. 

Foreclosures & Short Sales ~ Tri Cities & Kaneland

First Time HomeBuyers ~ Tri-Cities

First Time HomeBuyers ~ Kaneland

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Don't Forget to Remember Me...
                
Diane Morales
Thank you for MOVIN' WITH MORALES!!
Keller Williams Fox Valley Realty
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