Learn how to use common sense tips to avoid tragedy With the advent of summer, thunderstorms and lightning are sure to follow. Unstable weather in the St. Louis area has almost become commonplace this year and during the latest round of thunderstorms, lightning was suspected to start a hotel fire in O’Fallon, Illinois. May is … Continued
Spring and summer may be the traditional time to buy and sell homes, but autumn and the beautiful fall palate could be your time for a successful sale as it was mentioned at HouseBuyerNetwork.com. Autumn is traditionally a season of recovery and reflection, a time to burrow in after the frantic pace of summer. For … Continued
ST. CHARLES COUNTY, MO — In an effort to bolster the American dream in St. Charles County, first-time home buyers and new residents planning to buy a newly constructed home could receive $1,000 in closing cost assistance through a limited incentive program offered by HOME St. Charles, a non-profit subsidiary of the Economic Development Center … Continued
August 2009 Calendar of Events Saturday, August 1Race For the River and Clean Water ChallengeNoon-7 p.m.Kayak and canoe paddlers arrive from Washington, Missouri. Live music, food, hands-on environmental education displays and activities. Custom canoe and kayak show.Free Tuesday, August 4Using Genealogical Databases. This is an introduction to using genealogical databases available through the library.10:30-11:30 a.m.Kathryn … Continued
The saying goes “Home is where the hearth is†and it looks like an increasing number of homebuyers will have their very own hearth soon. We gage confidence by the number of satisfied homebuyers who now have their very own place to feel secure, comfortable and to grow. We gage confidence by the number of … Continued
While not recession-proof, the Midwest and more specifically the St. Charles County region, has escaped the recent economic woes and mortgage crisis better than most. O’Fallon is a case in point. The St. Charles County Association of Realtors notes that in May, 102 single-family properties in O’Fallon were sold. That’s a 21 percent increase over … Continued
Environmental psychologist Toby Israel, author of a new book, Some Place Like Home: Using Design Psychology to Create Ideal Place, says people’s childhood homes have a profound effect on what kinds of homes they like best. Before anyone buys, builds, rents or remodels, Israel believes they should consider what kinds of living spaces satisfy them, … Continued
For decades homeowners have been lured by big city lights, leaving small towns and rural areas for a more urban experience. The tide may be turning again, and if you are interested in country living, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has a deal for you. The terms are extraordinary—no down payment, 100% financing … Continued
Affordable housing stock is one of most important components that will stimulate the housing crisis, and in turn, provide a solid foundation for economic recovery as well. The good news is recent indicators reveal that, with the decline in prices, housing is more affordable and that buyers are beginning to sign more sales contracts. According … Continued
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Exactly what is happening in your neighborhood and your county? With theGrant Hickman Team Market SnapShot, you can know exactly what is happeningin your neighborhood. And, according to MLS, St. Charles County dipped byjust 103 fewer homes sold this year than in 2007 in September. In contrast,more homes were sold in the cities of O’Fallon … Continued