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Congratulations to Lisa Wenzel
2019 Five Star Real Estate Agent!
Lisa Wenzel has been awarded the Chicago Magazine’s 5-Star Real Estate Agent Award for the ninth year in a row! Click the link to read the full article, including how the winners are chosen. Congratulations, Lisa!
If you are inviting family and friends over for dinner on Thanksgiving, then you’ve got a lot on your hands. The stress involved with planning, preparing, and executing Thanksgiving can be a bit overwhelming, so here are five tips for hosting a successful holiday dinner:
Offer Simple Appetizers.
You’ve already got a lot on your plate in terms of the food you have to cook and prepare, so skip the fancy appetizers and offer something simple before dinner such as mixed nuts, olives, or a cheese plate.
Don’t Test Out Recipes.
Stick to what works. Even if it’s a side dish or a dessert, Thanksgiving is not the time… Read More
Existing-Home Sales Increase,
but Inventory Shortages Continue
For the second month in a row, existing-home sales increased, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Of the four major regions in the country, three saw their total sales figures climb; only the West reported a slight decline. The rise in sales can be partly attributed to declining mortgage rates. According to Lawrence Yun, chief economist for NAR, The desire to take advantage of these promising… Read More
Featured Testimonial
by Ken & Trisha
Lisa and her staff were excellent to work with throughout the entire sale and closing. Extremely professional and knowledgeable.
October Happenings
Congratulations to Peter & Mary on the sale of their property!
Congratulations to Mike & Ashley on the purchase of their new home!
Congratulations to Dena on the sale of her property!
Congratulations to Elsie on the rental of her new home!
Thank you for allowing WSP to assist you with your most valuable investment.
Lisa M. Wenzel
Managing Real Estate Broker
Easy Seasonal
Cranberry Desserts
Cranberries are a cherished part of American holiday traditions. Many Americans can’t imagine the Thanksgiving holiday without a bowl of cranberry relish on the table or a dab of cranberry sauce on their plate.
But cranberries deserve a star turn on the dessert menu, too. Try adding cranberries to one of these classic dishes for a holiday treat that could become one of your favorites.
Cranberry-Apple Crisp
A fruit crisp is a simple, homespun dish that’s a snap to make… Read More
Fall Project: Maximize the Space in Your Garage
Often, the garage is designated as a secondary storage area of the house. If the clutter builds up, there can be no space left for a car. To create a more functional garage space, try the following five organization tips:
Declutter: Declutter your garage by using cabinets to store items like tools, spare parts, cleaning supplies, and other items commonly found in the garage… Read More
Use These Tips to Sell Your
Home in the Fall and Winter
Although studies show that April through June are the most prolific months for selling properties in many areas of the country, life doesn’t always cooperate. When you have to sell a home in the fall or winter, you can use the following tips to help quickly turn an open listing into a closed one.
Adjust Your Thermostat
Keep the home temperature comfortable for house hunters. The good news is that you usually… Read More
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Downers Grove IL 60516
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If you are inviting family and friends over for dinner on Thanksgiving, then you’ve got a lot on your hands. The stress involved with planning, preparing, and executing Thanksgiving can be a bit overwhelming, so here are five tips for hosting a successful holiday dinner:
For the second month in a row, existing-home sales increased, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Of the four major regions in the country, three saw their total sales figures climb; only the West reported a slight decline. The rise in sales can be partly attributed to declining mortgage rates. According to Lawrence Yun, chief economist for NAR, The desire to take advantage of these promising… 
Cranberries are a cherished part of American holiday traditions. Many Americans can’t imagine the Thanksgiving holiday without a bowl of cranberry relish on the table or a dab of cranberry sauce on their plate.
Often, the garage is designated as a secondary storage area of the house. If the clutter builds up, there can be no space left for a car. To create a more functional garage space, try the following five organization tips:
Although studies show that April through June are the most prolific months for selling properties in many areas of the country, life doesn’t always cooperate. When you have to sell a home in the fall or winter, you can use the following tips to help quickly turn an open listing into a closed one.
