The General Motors announcement that the company will invest $380 million to expand the Wentzville Assembly Plant, add at least 1,260 new jobs and in the near future expand the present line with a second shift of 400 workers, is all great news for the St. Charles County region. The expansion will produce the mid-sized … Continued
The state of the retirement real estate market in June 2011 is based on the following information: • The number of retirement communities is 1,732 (up from 1,606 in June 2010). • The average age of retirement communities is 70.5 (up from 70.2 in June 2010), this includes all Adult Community Homes as well. • … Continued
The latest issue of AAA Midwest Traveler makes us proud to live in the St. Louis/St. Charles metro region. The results of a recent readers’ poll show what we already know—we live in great place that offers so much to see and do. In the Best of the Midwest poll, St. Louis was voted the … Continued
January-FebruaryBald Eagle viewing and eventsVarious dates and locationsThe eagles return. The Middle Mississippi River Valley is home to the second largest population of bald eagles. Various state agencies and parks, nature and other local organizations and communities celebrate our nation’s symbol with many types of viewing and educational opportunities. Participants can find those activities here. … Continued
Sunday, August 8Peach FestivalPere Marquette State Park11 a.m.-3 p.m.It’s time for peaches. This annual festival features crafts, food, children’s games, a balloon artist, face painting, a pie eating contest, the largest peach contest, peach drinks and lots of peaches. Take the ferries back to St. Charles County and look for even more peaches.Free Tuesday, August … Continued
Our area is also a “best-bang-for-the-buck†and home prices edge up. It seems as though St. Louis has a lock on the good news department lately. Our region was selected for two Forbes.com lists and home prices are moving up. If you’re shopping for a house, St. Louis is one of the best markets, according … Continued
Homebuyers can take advantage of a variety of tax credits to choose the perfect home. An array of financial assistance for home purchase is available for qualified buyers in just about every income level. Of course there’s the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers and $6,500 for repeat buyers, which expire on June 30, but … Continued
Earth friendly flooring, wallboard, insulation and roofs can bring in more potential buyers and do some good for the earth we live on. As the selling season comes into sight, plans should be underway to spruce up your home with some remodeling projects. Last time we talked about Bathroom Remodeling Ideas that have the best … Continued
Friday, January 121st Annual New Year’s Day KATY Trail Ride
11 a.m.Defiance, MOSponsored by Trailnet. An enthusiastic group of bicyclists have started each New Year with a bike ride on the KATY Trail. Join them this year for the 21st Annual New Year’s Day KATY Trail Ride. The group will leave from the KATY Trailhead in … Continued
Holiday light displays make the season bright and glitzySt. Charles County is one of the most lighted up communities during the holidays. Add the traditional lights in St. Louis, and families can see stars every evening. Here are a few to enjoy. O’Fallon Celebration of Lights, Fort Zumwalt ParkThrough December 30 (closed December 24 and … Continued
First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended Into 2010! Plus…A New Tax Credit for Certain Existing Home Owners! It’s official. President Obama has signed a bill that extends the tax credit for first-time homebuyers (FTHBs) into the first half of 2010. This program had been scheduled to expire on November 30, 2009. In addition to extending … Continued
St. Charles is in the news again, this time in the AAA Midwest Traveler Magazine. Our holiday festivities, Christmas Traditions, is prominently featured in the November/December issue. To read the feature story, go to http://www.ouraaa.com/traveler/mid/2009/11/tank.htmlThis joyous season kicks off with opening ceremonies on Friday, November 27, at 11 a.m. at Kister Park. Santa and Mrs. … Continued
October is the time to garden for now and for a spring sale Look to the future when planning your fall garden. Putting in some extra work and planning now will pay off in ready—made spring blooms By Jeanne Baker, MLA, Landscape Designer Fall is officially here. The nights are cool and the trees are … 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
Spiffing up your home before you sell can reap financial rewards. Finding the right contractor or tradesperson to help is a crucial step. Also remodel your home and invest in the best services from http://formliners.xyz/ to make it look awesome before you sell. You’ve decided to put your home up for sale and move on, … Continued
Q: Please introduce yourself?A: Angela Nesslage Q: What is the name of your business?A: Waverly Forest Academy of Learning Q: Where is your business located?A: 3545 Franks Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301Q: Briefly describe what you/ your business does.A: Waverly Forest Academy is a center dedicated to the education of young children and their families. … Continued
Right now is the time to buy your first home and receive the $8,000 tax credit, which is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The deadline to file for the tax credit is November 30, 2009, and while that date may seem way in the future, first-time homebuyers must begin the process now … Continued
Your new home is waiting for you. There’s excitement in the air, moving boxes all over the floor and last minute details to wrap up. But, someone in your family just might not be too excited about this move. Children can be very stressed when they leave old friends and familiar settings, whether moving across … Continued
Thursday, July 2-Saturday, July 4Riverfest, Frontier Park. Games, food, crafts, carnival rides, parade, fireworks and fun for the entire family.Thursday, Bluegrass Festival4:30-9:30 p.m.Friday and SaturdayMusic at 2 stages. Parade at 10:00 AM on July 4th. Fireworks at 9:20 PM. On Friday and Saturday www.stcharlesriverfest.com Friday, July 3-Saturday, July 4O’Fallon’s Heritage & Freedom Fest Friday, 4-11 … Continued
In today’s real estate market every buyer is looking for a deal, and in many cases the best deal can be found by buying a foreclosure. The Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC) has now made that opportunity that much more enticing by releasing their Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP), which will provide borrowers with down-payment assistance … Continued
Q: Please introduce yourself? A: Kris Boevingloh Q: What is the name of your business? A: Law Offices of Kristoffer M. Boevingloh, LLC Q: Where is your business located? A: 7717 Natural Bridge Rd., Ste. 203 STL MO 63121 Q: Briefly describe what you/ your business does. A: Law Firm Kris Boevingloh founded the Law … Continued
June 2009 Calendar of Events Thursday, June 4-Thursday, August 27St. Charles Municipal Band Concerts8 p.m.Jaycee Stage, Frontier Park, downtown St. CharlesFree Monday, June 8I Need a Job!-Surviving a Job Loss presented by the Missouri Career Center6:30-8 p.m.Linnemann Branch, St. Charles City-County Library DistrictFree Wednesday, June 10First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site, 200-216 S. Main … Continued
Intrepid first-time homebuyers jumped off the fence and made an important impact on the housing market this week. Pending home sales rose 3.2 percent in March, according to the National Association of Realtors Pending Home Sales Index. Closer to home the news is even better—pending home sales in St. Charles County rose 26 percent in … Continued
Saturday May 2, Garden Tour and Plant Sale: 9 a.m. to noon, Saint Charles County Master Gardeners, University of Missouri Extension Center, 260 Brown Road, Saint Peters, Free Friday, May 8, American Cancer Society Relay For Life St. Charles: 6 p.m.-6 a.m., St. Charles West High School Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2009 … Continued
RISMEDIA, April 11, 2009-Thanks to record low mortgage rates and declining home prices, 55 million families – or half of all U.S. households – can afford today’s $200,000 median-priced new home, according to figures released by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). “That’s an increase of 17 million households from conditions just two years … Continued
In today’s market, sellers have to work harder to persuade buyers that their property is worth the bite. Landscape designer Michael Glassman along with the support of local landscaping and lawn care providers, has cooked up a recipe for guaranteed curb appeal. 1. Add splashes of color. With every changing season, High end landscaping should … Continued
More than three-quarters (78 percent) of potential first-time home buyers say that now is a good time to buy a home, despite widespread concern about the economy. Out of the 1,000 prospective U.S. first-time home buyers surveyed in early March for the CENTURY 21 First-Time Home Buyer Survey, 68 percent think now is a better … Continued
What do you think of this—buying a home with an interest rate one percent below the current rate; no closing costs; no income restrictions and no points. With the current instability in the housing market, this may seem to fit in the too-good-to-be-true category. But, it is true. The Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA), … Continued
Existing-home sales increased in February, reversing losses in January, according to the latest report by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. However, sales activity remains relatively soft, reflecting additional layoffs and buyers waiting for housing provisions in the economic stimulus package to take effect, according to NAR. Existing-home sales— including single-family, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops—rose 5.1 … Continued
Friends, We have completed another custom home and want to welcome you to come to the open house this weekend. This home over looks Incline Village Golf Resorts Lake with ! Imagine every day getting a lake front view from your living room, master bedroom or relaxing in your screened in covered deck with Nu-Style … Continued
There’s a glimmer of hope in the housing market. Existing home sales increased in February 2009, at a rate of 5.1 percent, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Chief economist Lawrence Yun says that first-time buyers accounted for half of all home sales last month, with activity centered in the lower price ranges. … Continued
As demand for homes is expected to increase this Spring, Bankrate.com offers 9 tips for homebuyers. Buyers have access to the lowest mortgage rates in years and an $8000 first time home buyer tax credit that does not have to be repaid if the homeowner lives in the home for at least three years. This … Continued
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March 3-8: The American Girl Fashion Show, Academy of the Sacred Heart; Friday, March 6 at 7:30pm – Dessert; Saturday, March 7 at 10am – Breakfast & 2pm – Tea; Sunday, March 8 at 2pm – Tea; Tickets are $40.00 March 7: Fabulous Baby and Kids Expo, St. Charles Convention Center; 9am-4pm March 12-15: Missouri … Continued