Real Estate Weekly www.saukvalley.com A Marketing Feature of Sauk Valley Media Now With 2 Locations! 110 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, IL 61081 1319 N. Galena Ave. Dixon, IL 61021 Outstanding Agents - Outstanding Results John Rosengren Broker/Owner 815-631-8550 Tim McCaslin Managing Broker 815-716-7653 Jim Cesarek Broker/Owner 815-716-0976 Don Rosengren 815-625-2241 Patti Sword Chris King 815-590-0130 815-499-8279 www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com PRICED TO SELL 2 bedroom home with formal dining room, family room, fenced yard and attached garage. Situated on 2 lots. A GREAT INVESTMENT! #122221 ONE LEVEL LIVING This 3 bedroom ranch is located on a nice double lot and is conveniently located to Sterling’s shopping area. It has lovely kitch- en cabinetry, a sun room and a heated 2 car garage. New shingles installed this year. And the seller is providing one year war- ranty! Call Patti today or visit the visual #121990 THE PRICE IS RIGHT! This 2 bedroom home is in the Kilgour Park area and has charm & elegance both inside and out. Beautiful hardwood floors & crown molding. Master suite with fabulous bath. Main floor laundry & family rooom. Nothing to do here but just move right in! visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS Maybe you or your group have a use for this 3,000 square feet building. Handicap accessible and handicap bathrooms. Full basement with kitchen, bathrooms, multiple offices, and 51x20 carpeted room. Brick ex- terior. Boiler heat. Central air. Parking and extra lot. Call Chris today or visit the visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com NICE BUILDING SITE! Two lots at the end of the cul-de-sac on J Street in Sterling. 1.48 acres, more or less with a fabulous view. Think Spring ... Plan to build your dream home now! Quiet Acres Subdivision. Call Chris today or visit the visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com LARGE LOT In a great Sterling location. Well maintained steel builing 70x198 located on a reinforced slab foundation with 2 large 12x12 doors. Plenty of room for expansion on the 1.3 acre lot. Easy access to I-88 too! Call Chris today or visit the visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com #121916 #120411 #116398 #118701 LEASE TO OWN This commercial property is located in a high traffic area and offers ample off-street parking. The property offers 4,800 square feet. Seller is willing to enter into a low cost lease to own arrangement. Call for a private showing to explore the potential. #119116 BRING THE FAMILY! Large 4 bedroom home in excellent condi- tion. Includes a master suite, extra rooms downstairs, inground pool, many updates, large yard and great location. Ready for a new family. Call Keith for a showing! #119920 SOLID AND STURDY Very well built 1 1/2 story home with 2200 square feet of living space that includes 4 bedrooms, a full base- ment, 3 car garage and much more. This home needs a family. Call Keith for a showing! #122042 Keith Zoeller 815-622-1598 zoellerag.com BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED 3 bedroom ranch offering new roof, siding, windows, flooring, furnace and central air. Updated kitchen and bath. New driveway and sidewalk. Nothing left to do but move in! THIS RANCH HAS A LOT TO OFFER! Immaculate 3-4 bedroom home with 1.75 baths, two family rooms, den, and wood- burning fireplace. Steel siding, new laminate floors, and garage. MOVE IN CONDITION! #122085 #121303 BEAUTIFUL RANCH ON THE RIVER Two bedroom home featuring 100 feet of river frontage and many up- dates. Family room, spacious three season porch, and extra one car ga- rage. ENJOY THE SCENIC VIEWS! #121244 RETAIL AND WAREHOUSE Located in a high traffic location in Sterling this property is loaded with potential. The front of the building offers space that can accomodate offices or retail space while the back of the property features a large warehouse/garage. The warehouse por- tion features an 11’ overhead door. Prop- erty includes the adjacent lot which offers ample off street parking. #121088 RECREATIONAL LAND WITH INCOME POTENTIAL 48 acres of land near Morrison with build- able home lots, timber, prairie grass and more. A place of your own to hunt, build a new home, and enjoy the rural views. Call Keith for a showing! #121033 Edson Cox 815-499-0821 www.edsoncox.com [email protected]See My Visual Tours Online! SEVEN BEDROOMS This 1924 stone beauty has room for everyone. Seven bedrooms & 4 1/2 baths. The original slate roof was painstakingly restored and the home features a brand new, high efficiency heating system. 4,305 square feet of living space on three levels. Addtitional space includes a full basement with additional family room and fireplace. Main floor office/den features a corner fireplace. NEAT AS A PIN Nice 3 bedroom 1.5 bath ranch. Full basement with lots of updates. #121056 LOOKING FOR WINTER PROJECT 2 bedroom ranch, full basement, fenced yard. #121101 DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Desirable highly visible downtown Fulton corner location. Drive by on the way to the Windmill. Construction ready with sewer system and water accessible. Front lot has been filled with limestone. Each lot is 48’x 90” with alley in between. RARE OFFERING! 40 acres; 12 acres of pasture, 6.5 acre stocked pond and 20 acres of woods make this the ideal retreat or home! Offers A-frame with 3 levels of living, 2 fireplaces, a guest house, 24x28 garage and a 30x30 boathouse. Call today to make your ap- pointment to view this rare find. #122241 #121336 #121288 GOOD BONES. GOOD PRICE. GOOD PROJECT. You’ve been watching the house and now the price is down where you want it. Here’s your chance to get this 1915 bungalow with hardwood floors, fireplace, and old house charm... With 2 bedrooms and just under 1000 square feet, it’s just right for a winter project. www.DebProctor.com (815) 625-3722 www.SaukValleyRealEstate.com New Price New Price New Price Brian Corwell 815-716-0772 #115312 THIS WEEK’S FEATURE Call Jo Bryson at 815-946-3999 for more information 15679 Highland Avenue Sterling e price has been reduced on this beautiful updated home. 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 3 1/2 car garage, 1st oor laundry, NEW kitchen and the list goes on and on. See it to believe it! Call Jo to view 815-946-3999. $ 156,900 MLS#121447
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Real Estate Weeklywww.saukvalley.com
A Marketing Feature of Sauk Valley Media
Now With 2 Locations!110 E. Lynn Blvd.,Sterling, IL 61081
1319 N. Galena Ave.Dixon, IL 61021
Outstanding Agents - Outstanding Results
John RosengrenBroker/Owner815-631-8550
Tim McCaslinManaging Broker
815-716-7653
Jim CesarekBroker/Owner815-716-0976
Don Rosengren815-625-2241
Patti Sword Chris King815-590-0130 815-499-8279www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com
PRICED TO SELL2 bedroom home with formal diningroom, family room, fenced yard andattached garage. Situated on 2 lots.
A GREAT INVESTMENT!
#122221
ONE LEVEL LIVINGThis 3 bedroom ranch is located on a nicedouble lot and is conveniently located toSterling’s shopping area. It has lovely kitch-en cabinetry, a sun room and a heated 2 cargarage. New shingles installed this year.And the seller is providing one year war-ranty! Call Patti today or visit the visual
#121990
THE PRICE IS RIGHT!This 2 bedroom home is in the Kilgour Parkarea and has charm & elegance both insideand out. Beautiful hardwood floors & crownmolding. Master suite with fabulous bath.Main floor laundry & family rooom. Nothingto do here but just move right in!
visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com
POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESSMaybe you or your group have a use forthis 3,000 square feet building. Handicapaccessible and handicap bathrooms. Fullbasement with kitchen, bathrooms, multipleoffices, and 51x20 carpeted room. Brick ex-terior. Boiler heat. Central air. Parking and
extra lot.Call Chris today or visit the
visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com
NICE BUILDING SITE!Two lots at the end of the cul-de-sac on JStreet in Sterling. 1.48 acres, more or lesswith a fabulous view. Think Spring ... Planto build your dream home now! Quiet Acres
Subdivision.Call Chris today or visit the
visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com
LARGE LOTIn a great Sterling location. Well maintainedsteel builing 70x198 located on a reinforcedslab foundation with 2 large 12x12 doors.Plenty of room for expansion on the 1.3 acrelot. Easy access to I-88 too!
Call Chris today or visit thevisual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com
#121916
#120411#116398#118701
LEASE TO OWNThis commercial property is located in ahigh traffic area and offers ample off-streetparking. The property offers 4,800 squarefeet. Seller is willing to enter into a low costlease to own arrangement.Call for a private showing to explore thepotential.
#119116
BRING THE FAMILY!Large 4 bedroom home in excellent condi-tion. Includes a master suite, extra roomsdownstairs, inground pool, many updates,large yard and great location. Ready for anew family.
Call Keith for a showing!
#119920
SOLID AND STURDYVery well built 1 1/2 story home with2200 square feet of living space thatincludes 4 bedrooms, a full base-ment, 3 car garage and much more.This home needs a family.
Call Keith for a showing!
#122042
Keith Zoeller815-622-1598
zoellerag.comBEAUTIFULLY REMODELED
3 bedroom ranch offering new roof,siding, windows, flooring, furnaceand central air. Updated kitchen andbath. New driveway and sidewalk.Nothing left to do but move in!
THIS RANCH HAS A LOTTO OFFER!
Immaculate 3-4 bedroom home with 1.75baths, two family rooms, den, and wood-burning fireplace. Steel siding, new laminatefloors, and garage. MOVE IN CONDITION!
#122085
#121303
BEAUTIFUL RANCH ONTHE RIVER
Two bedroom home featuring 100feet of river frontage and many up-dates. Family room, spacious threeseason porch, and extra one car ga-rage. ENJOY THE SCENIC VIEWS!
#121244
RETAIL AND WAREHOUSELocated in a high traffic location in Sterlingthis property is loaded with potential. Thefront of the building offers space that canaccomodate offices or retail space whilethe back of the property features a largewarehouse/garage. The warehouse por-tion features an 11’ overhead door. Prop-erty includes the adjacent lot which offersample off street parking.
#121088
RECREATIONAL LAND WITHINCOME POTENTIAL
48 acres of land near Morrison with build-able home lots, timber, prairie grass andmore. A place of your own to hunt, build anew home, and enjoy the rural views.
SEVEN BEDROOMSThis 1924 stone beauty has room for everyone. Seven bedrooms & 4 1/2 baths. The original slate roof waspainstakingly restored and the home features a brand new, high efficiency heating system. 4,305 squarefeet of living space on three levels. Addtitional space includes a full basement with additional family roomand fireplace. Main floor office/den features a corner fireplace.
NEAT AS A PINNice 3 bedroom 1.5 bath ranch. Fullbasement with lots of updates.
#121056
LOOKING FOR WINTERPROJECT
2 bedroom ranch, full basement, fencedyard.
#121101
DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITYDesirable highly visible downtown Fultoncorner location. Drive by on the way to theWindmill. Construction ready with sewersystem and water accessible. Front lothas been filled with limestone. Each lot is48’x 90” with alley in between.
RARE OFFERING!40 acres; 12 acres of pasture, 6.5 acrestocked pond and 20 acres of woodsmake this the ideal retreat or home! OffersA-frame with 3 levels of living, 2 fireplaces,a guest house, 24x28 garage and a 30x30boathouse. Call today to make your ap-pointment to view this rare find.
#122241 #121336
#121288
GOOD BONES. GOOD PRICE. GOOD PROJECT.You’ve been watching the house and now the price is downwhere you want it. Here’s your chance to get this 1915 bungalowwith hardwood floors, fireplace, and oldhouse charm... With 2 bedrooms and justunder 1000 square feet, it’s just right for awinter project.
www.DebProctor.com
(815) 625-3722www.SaukValleyRealEstate.com
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NewPrice
NewPrice
BrianCorwell
815-716-0772
#115312
THIS WEEK’S FEATURE
Call JoBryson at815-946-3999 for more information
15679 Highland Avenue Sterling
!e price has been reduced on this beautiful updatedhome. 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 3 1/2 car garage, 1st "oorlaundry, NEW kitchen and the list goes on and on. See itto believe it! Call Jo to view 815-946-3999.
$156,900MLS#121447
How to get your home ready for holiday guests
Hosting family members for the holidays is a great way to spend quality time with loved ones during a special time of year. For many families, the holidays are the one time each year when everyone can get together regardless of where they live or how demanding their commitments to work and family can be.
When families gather for the holidays, many people often find themselves playing host to distant relatives. Accepting such hosting duties is an act that comes with many responsibilities, including readying the home for overnight guests. The following are a few ways hosts can prepare their homes for holiday guests.
* Take inventory of linens. Overnight guests mean you will need extra bed linens, blankets and pillows. Take inventory of your linen closet now, and inspect each set of sheets to make sure they are still usable. If sheets are ragged or the blankets have thinned, purchase new linens so your guests feel as if they’re at home and don’t get cold overnight. If your linen closet is fully stocked with quality linens, clean them in the days leading up to your guests’ arrival.
* Buy some night lights. You might be familiar enough with your home’s layout in the dark, but your guests likely won’t have that same sense of familiarity. Purchase a few night lights for the hallways and restrooms
so guests can easily get around should they need to get up in the middle of the night to use the restroom.
* Childproof your home if necessary. Kids can be curious, so holiday hosts without children of their own should childproof their homes before any guests arrive with kids in tow. Move hazardous materials to high shelves that kids can’t reach, and make sure any prescription medications are also out of reach of youngsters. If your home has any steep staircases, consider purchasing some child gates or asking your guests to bring their own gates to reduce the risk of young kids falling down your stairs.
* Stock up on toiletries and other essentials. Replenish your supply of toiletries before guests arrive. Stock up on toilet paper, tissues, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion in the days leading up to the holidays. In addition, consider buying kitchen items like paper towels, napkins, plastic cutlery, and paper plates. Paper plates may come in especially handy, saving you the trouble of having to load up the dishwasher after meals in which paper plates and plastic cutlery would have sufficed.
* Give your common areas a thorough cleaning. Any common areas of the home, including the foyer, living room, dining room, kitchen, and restrooms, should be given a thorough cleaning prior to your guests’ arrival. Clean any bedrooms where guests will be staying as well. You don’t need to devote
as much time to cleaning your own bedroom or home office, but make sure these rooms are presentable as well.
* Clean out the closets. If your hall closets are largely used for storing miscellaneous items, clean them out for the coming days to make room for your guests’ coats, jackets, scarves, hats, and shoes. Moving these items, be it to the garage, a backyard shed or the basement, can be temporary, but you will need your closets to serve a more traditional purpose while your guests are in town for the holidays.
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Jenni Dace815-716-7675
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Patty Martinez815-499-0721
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Colonial Acres Nice brick ranch with 2 bedrooms. Newly
detached garage.MLS#122089 $106,900
RIVER- RIVER!!!
$225,000MLS#122121
Great Starter. East Coloma
Fenced backyard and shed.MLS#121711 $69,900
$69,900MLS#121795
and crown molding throughout. Large
closets and storage. Full basement withextra 1/2 bath.
$119,900MLS#121624
This brick beauty has three bedrooms, 2 1/2 new baths and is located on a
features a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances and access to an exquisitefour season room. Full basement and 2 car attached garage. Many customfeatures throughout. Kilgour park area. $157,900MLS#121086
$84,900MLS#122235 $69,900MLS#122256
Wmechanicals including a whole housegenerator and updated electric. Open living
dining plus a large eat-in kitchenwith accessto the patio. Finished basement with familyroom and additional bedroom. Fencedbackyard and alley access.
$126,900MLS#120694
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basement. Located on a hard road.
$72,900MLS#121550$81,900
Northeast Sterling 3 bedroom
room. Fenced backyard and 1car attached garage.MLS#121610
master suite has sliding doors and large master bath. Unique gas log
$158,900MLS#122037
-the deck. Full basement with 3/4 bath.
laundry room 2 sheds. Nicely land-
MLS#121285 $76,900
One owner home located on .64
2 car garage and basement.MLS#122137 $49,900 MLS# 122101 $134,900
MLS# 121788 $319,000
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945 N. Brinton, DixonGreat 3 bedroom ranch home in good location. Full basement with great
$79,000MLS#120784
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Electrical safety tips for holiday decorating
(MS) -- Everyone has at least one -- the house on the street that lights up in splendor around the holiday season. Decorations are in abundance both indoors and out, and just seeing the house brings on a smile. But as beautiful as it might be, that home may also be a safety risk if the decorator hasn’t followed precautions like these offered by CSA Group: Creativity is key but not at the cost of safety -- Let your inner designer shine, but be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions when arranging electrical items, such as lights and electronic decorations. Be sure to turn off the electricity to the supply outlet before working with outdoor wiring, and never run an electrical cord through a doorway or under a carpet indoors. Fakes are no laughing matter -- Your next door neighbor dressed up as Santa is funny. Counterfeit decorations are not so funny. Look for the mark from an accredited certification organization, such as CSA Group, on animated displays, light strings and extension cords. Ensure decorations are marked and certified for outdoor use and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Keep the mood light but not fiery -- Choose flame-resistant decorations and don’t place open flames or candles near flammable materials, such as wreathes, trees or paper decorations. Never nail or tack lighting strings to a wall, as this may damage insulation and create a shock or fire hazard. Use insulated fasteners rather than metal nails or tacks that could damage wiring to hold light strings in place. Cozy up -- Keep warm by the fireplace but be sure your gas appliances are in good working order. If the pilot light or flame goes out, turn the gas off and wait five minutes or longer (see the manufacturer’s instructions) before attempting to relight. Be alert for unusual odors or flames when your gas fireplace is on, often indicating that the fireplace is not operating properly. In such cases, contact your dealer or licensed technician for servicing. Overload on food, not watts -- Don’t overload extension cords. Use heavy duty extension cords for high wattage decorations and large electronically-animated displays. For extreme decorators, make sure your house is capable of handling the electrical load of multiple lights and decor. If in doubt, contact a licensed professional to inspect your electrical system.
Snow on the roof can be troublesome
A snow-covered landscape can be a picturesque sight. However, a roof covered in snow is something no homeowner can afford to marvel at. That’s because accumulating snow and ice very well could push a roof to its breaking point, even if the roof was sound before the winter arrived. According to The University of Arkansas division of Agricultural Cooperative Extension Service, the water content of snow can range from 3 percent for very dry snow to 33 percent for wet, heavy snow. A roof may only be able to support 12 inches of wet, heavy snow before it is pushed to its breaking point. Snow can be quite heavy, weighing around 60 pounds per cubic foot. When heavy snow arrives, homeowners should do their best to safely clear their roofs of snow. The threat of snow causing a roof to collapse has many KRPHRZQHUV�ÀRXQGHULQJ��:KLOH�KDYLQJ�VQRZ�EXLOG�XS�on the top of a house is dangerous, so, too is climbing up on a slippery roof to push off the snow. As winter approaches, many emergency officials urge people to clear their roofs and decks to minimize structural collapse. But how does one do it safely? Steep-pitched roofs tend to be the easiest to deal with snow and ice problems because a snow rake is usually effective. A snow rake is just what it sounds like. It is a metal device on a telescoping pole that can be extended to drag the snow off of the roof. Homeowners may need to use extension ladders to reach taller parts of the roof. A second person can remain below to steady the ladder and ensure it doesn’t tip over on a slick surface. It is not adviseable to climb up on the roof directly and shovel the snow off. The added weight of a person may be all that’s needed to cause a roof to collapse, potentially resulting in grave injury and considerable roof damage. A snow-covered roof also can be slippery, which could result in a person falling off the roof. Anyone who does not feel secure removing snow from the roof can hire a professional service to do so. Just be sure the service is properly licensed and insured. In addition to removing the snow from the roof, here
are some winter weather home care tips.* Clean the gutters to remove any debris so that gutters will not become blocked and form ice dams on the roof. In addition, keep gutters and drains free of ice and snow. �$GG�LQVXODWLRQ�WR�DWWLF�ÀRRUV�WR�SUHYHQW�KHDW�IURP�WKH�home escaping to the roof and causing ice dams that freeze when snow melts. In addition, make sure the attic is well ventilated so that the temperature inside will remain consistent with outdoors, further preventing snow melt.* Melted roof snow can leak into homes or pool around foundations, causing rot and other problems. Keep an
eye open for any leaks.* If you live in an area prone to heavy snowfall, a metal roof may be a good investment. The slippery roof causes snow and ice to slide off. Special features at the end of a metal roof break up the snow before it reaches the ground, preventing large, heavy piles of snow from causing injury when falling to the ground.
Eric BirdManaging Broker
815-973-6768
JohnDorenbosBroker Associate815-718-0956
LaurieSandovalBroker Associate815-499-1587
Jo BrysonBroker Associate
815-946-3999
3 Bedroom on Corner Lot
$89,900
Rock Falls
Take a look at this cute 3 bedroomhome that includes 2 !replaces,master with double closets, full!nished basement with shower, largefamily room & close to school! CallJohn Dorenbos at 815-718-0956 orgo to www.JohnDorenbos.com
BeautifulSpace
$179,900
"is home is a must see! Gorgeous settingwith approximately 3 acres on the outskirtsof town."is 2,600 sq. #. 4-5 bedroom homeo$ers space & quality features. Includes a26x36 metal pole building with fenced area.Main %oor master bedroom & bath, plus 4bedrooms upstairs & master with bath. CallLaurie at 815-499-1587 for details.
Sterling
Nice Ranch Duplex
Call today on this nice NE Sterlinglocation duplex. Both units have 2bedrooms and 2 baths. North unit iscurrently rented on yr lease and southunit will be vacant upon closing. CallLaurie @ 815-499-1587 for details!$124,900
Sterling
Carefree Living!
$118,900
Sterling
Move in condition, original owner builtin 2000. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, greatroomwithvaultedceilings.Openkitch-en with breakfast bar. 15x10 sunroom.Association fee is only $130/month.Call John Dorenbos at 815-718-0956or go to www.JohnDorenbos.com
East Coloma Schools
$118,900
Move in ready. 3 bedroom, 1.75bath home o$ering a !nishedbasement, 2 car garage, fencedyard and much more. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
Rock Falls
$156,900
"e price has been reduced on thisbeautiful updated home. 3 bedroom,2 1/2 bath, 3 1/2 car garage, 1st %oorlaundry, NEW kitchen and the listgoes on and on. See it to believe it!Call Jo to view 815-946-3999.
15679Highland Ave., SterlingSterling
New Construction AttachedSingle Family
$156,900
Over 1,500 sq. ft., 2 bedrooms, 2 fullbaths, master bedroom with masterbath & walk-in closet, 2 car attachedgarage, cement patio, & cement floorcrawl space. No Association fees! CallJohn Dorenbos @ 815-718-0956 or go towww.johndorenbos.com for details.
Sterling
Turn Key Opportunity
$235,000
Dixon
Newer storage facility offering up to 48 units located in Dixon withover 2 acres of land for possible expansion. Great income potential.Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go to Birdrealtysells.com for details.
Immediate Possession!
$157,900
Rock Falls
Get in to see this 5 bedroom, 2 1/2bath home in East Coloma area onlarge lot. Newly remodeled lowerlevel family room & new well in2012. Immediate possession! CallLaurie at 815-499-1587.
109 S.!omas Ave., Polo
$99,900
Polo
Raise your family and entertain yourfriends in this spacious 3 bedroom, 11/2 bath home. Large eat-in kitchen,separate dining room, 1st%oor laundry,heated 1 car garage, open stairway &more. Call Jo for details. 815-946-3999.
$134,900
"is 3-4 bedroom home o$ers a 1 acrelot, full !nished basement with wetbar, 3/4 bath, and bedroom, newerseptic, updated paint and %ooring, a 2car attached garage and much more.Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
29890 Penrose Rd, SterlingSterling
Reduced $4,900!
$115,000
3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car attachedgarage, privacy fence, large cor-ner lot, convenient location, newkitchen, mudroom and large fam-ily room. 124 Park Street, Dixon.Call Jo to view 815-946-3999
Dixon
$425,000
Morrison
Rare opportunity to buy over 40 acreswith great CRP income, plus a 4-5bedroom home featuring an updated roof,windows, siding, outbuildings and muchmore. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for more details.
43.67AcresWithHome
Riverfront HomeOn 5.5 Acres
$274,900
Dixon
Private setting, 5.5 acres, nearly 700# of Rock River frontage, 2 bedroomhome with 2 car garage and large polebuilding, boat launch, and so muchmore. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or goto Birdrealtysells.com for details.
Excellent Income Producer
$425,000
Great cash %ow with this storage facilityo$ering approximately 102 storage unitsof various sizes, o&ce space and outdoorstorage potential. Great rental history.Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
Dixon
$128,500
Rock Falls
3 bedroom 1.5 bath home on theedge of Rock Falls o$ering manyupdates in the past 3-4 years, nearlyan acre lot, huge garage, large con-crete slab for future development andmuchmore.Call Eric at 815-973-6768or go to Birdrealtysells.com
Montmorency Schools 15 Acre Estate
$249,900
Morrison
Large home with !nished walk-outbasement, open %oor plan, manyupdates, plus privacy and seclusionon the 15 acre wooded lot. Call Ericat 815-973-6768 or go to Birdrealty-sells.com for details.
RareLogHomeExperience
$239,900
Enjoy this log home o$ering 3-4bedrooms, woodburning !replace,master suite, over six acres withpond, 3 car detached garage, !n-ished basement and much muchmore. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 orgo to Birdrealtysells.com for details.
Amboy
DreamingofBuilding?
$33,390-$57K
Rochelle
Gorgeous wooded lots in coun-try subdivision, some with riverfrontage in a great location! Ame-nities include city sewer, commu-nity water, curbs & gutters. CallEric at 815-973-6768 for details.
$215,000
Rock Falls
Bank owned bowling center in Rock Falls.Building is in great condition & o$ers agreat deal of parking. US Rt. 30 frontagewith great tra&c count. Building has greatpotential! Call Eric 815-973-6768 or goto Birdrealtysells.com
Make an o"er on 28,000 sq. #.!
Value PricedCommercial Building
$69,900
Rock Falls
"e time to act is now on thiscommercial building on Rt. 40 inRock Falls. "is building needswork but has great potentialfor any small business. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
50 Acres
Approx. 50.47 acres nearAmboy o$ering 38 tillableacres MOL, Green Riverfrontage and woods. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com
Amboy
$375,150
$87,900
Sterling
"is 4 bedroom, 1.75 bath home has beencompletely remodeled and is move-inready. Featuring main %oor laundry, largekitchen, large closets, full basement, andmore. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.
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309 W. CENTER ST, MT. MORRIS2 bedroom, large living room, front porch,
Fannie Mae Homepath Property
MLS#121733 $29,500
8193 S. MAIN ST, GRAND DETOURTwo story home! Family room, formal dining
& much more!
$185,000MLS#119483 $79,000MLS#120784
945 N. BRINTON, DIXON3 bedroom ranch, full basement, newer roof,
extra deep lot!
440 RIVER BLUFF DR, DIXONUnique home! Balcony overlooking living
room, river access & views, two decks
MLS#121685 $190,000
510 E. 7TH, DIXONRanch home, good sized, bedrooms,
finished basement
$89,900MLS#120537 $49,900MLS#121358
291 IL RT. 2, LOT #26 C, DIXONBeautiful river views! 3 bedroom, 2 bath
mobile home, carport, shed
$79,500MLS#120513
110 E. 10TH STREET, DIXONCute ranch home, hardwood floors, move in ready,
many updates, call today for private showing!
$107,500MLS#122131
833 N. OTTAWA, DIXON3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large kitchen,
fully fenced yard with patio
$75,000MLS#122134
309 W. GROVE ST., STERLINGOpen floor plan, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 lot,
4 car garage, many updates!
$40,000MLS#122152
311 HAND AVE., DIXONAffordable 1 bedroom, .5 acre lot, 4 car garage
$99,000MLS#122153
1118 ELM PLACE, DIXONRanch home, attached 1 car garage,
719 6TH AVENUE, DIXONBi-level with many updates, nice size family
room, deck & patio
$87,000MLS#122231
322 W. DIVISION AVENUE, AMBOY3 bedroom, full basement, 2 car attached
garage, large lot, open floor plan
$154,900MLS#122236
1956 LAROD DRIVE, DIXON4 bedroom ranch, just outside of town,
Fannie Mae Homepath Property
$79,900MLS#122244
1022 W. 6TH STREET, DIXON3 bedroom. Charming home, corner lot,
hardwood floors, fireplace
$89,900MLS#121248
406 E. BRADSHAW, DIXON3 bedroom brick ranch, master bedroom with
bath, finished basement
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108 SCHOOL ROAD, CHANA3 bedroom, 2 bath, large lot, Fannie Mae
Homepath Property
$29,900MLS#121958 $47,900MLS#121452
702 S. 4TH ST, OREGON3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large deck, fenced yard,
Fannie Mae Homepath Property
860 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, DIXONRiver property! Ranch home, finished walk-outbasement, 3-season porch to enjoy river views!
$219,900MLS#121130
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www.saukvalley.comThursday, December 12, 2013
Some bugs overwinter indoors
Winter weather may not be enticing to some people, but many people enjoy the absence of insects when the mercury drops. When temperatures dip, insects that do not have the benefit of body fat need to find different methods to riding out the chilly weather. Like bears and groundhogs, some insects hibernate, while others move to warmer locations for survival. Although insects may be less prevalent outdoors, homeowners often see an increase of insect activity indoors during the winter, when bugs seek out more cozy accommodations.
The following are some of the insects homeowners may see more frequently as colder weather arrives.
Stink bugsAs the autumn air turns cold, brown marmorated stink bugs move indoors. According to Mike Raupp, a professor of entomology at the University of Maryland, data points to high numbers of stink bug populations in 2013. Home invasions may be greater than in years past thanks to favorable conditions this summer.
S t i nk bugs , wh ich are native to areas of China and Japan, have a sustained presence in North America, having been observed in 41 states, including Hawaii. In parts of Maryland, West Virginia and Delaware, scientists have observed high numbers of stink bugs found piled six inches deep in some traps.
To keep stink bugs out, seal any cracks around the windows and doors with caulk. Patch any tiny holes in the walls and use foam sprays to patch up holes around outdoor electrical outlets.
Ladybugs (Ladybird beetles)Ladybugs, with their vivid red-and-black markings, may not cause concern when found in gardens. But when found in large numbers inside of the house, ladybugs should cause concern. They do not pose any health or infestation risks, but they can be pests in large numbers indoors. Many ladybugs will leave the home in the spring when they’re done hibernating. Otherwise, you can sweep them outdoors or remove them another way.
Box elder bugsThese insects can enter the home through tiny cracks or under doors. They also can sneak in on clothing or bags from outside. Box elder bugs are largely harmless, as they will not eat anything in the home or reproduce. But many people are put off by any black insects running around their homes. As with many other insects, finding the point of entry and sealing it up is the key to keeping them out.
Camelback cricketsThe camelback cricket, also known as the camel cricket or spider cricket, is a strange-looking bug. It has the body of a cricket, but the long, arched legs of a spider. They are brown or striped, but unlike other types of crickets, these insects do not have wings, so they are silent and will not alert you to their presence with the familiar chirping noise. Furthermore, camelback crickets have spectacular jumping abilities.
They have poor eyesight and usually jump toward a predator attempting to scare it away. This can make the cricket seem aggressive. It will not harm people, but because they are omnivores, camelback crickets can eat just about anything in your home and also will eat their own.
They like dark, warm, damp environments, so removing these conditions can reduce the number of crickets you find indoors.
To further prevent indoor insect populations, take preemptive measures in the fall. Spray the
exterior of the home with an insecticide and keep mulch or damp leaves away from the perimeter. I f i n s e c t s b e c o m e troublesome, consult with an exterminator.
Ladybugs in the garden may be fine. However, ladybugs in the house are not always welcome.
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DebbieFlannery815-973-0533
EdwardoCastillo815-718-0631
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DawnNielsen815-441-3515
WesAnderson815-499-5146
JerryRatajczak815-590-2077
MerditaHeald
815-718-2272
LouiseClark
815-499-0542
DaveDeVries
Managing Broker815-441-1446
R E A L T Y815-380-25001201 1st Avenue, Rock Fallswww.MyXtremeRealty.com
$34,900 MLS#122099
Cozy Home - Small Town* 2 bedrooms, * New Appliances,
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Finished Basement!This 3 bedroom home features vaulted ceilings,
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$129,900 MLS#122245
New Rock Falls ListingVery nice 3 bedroom ranch on corner lot.Spacious 1.63 acre lot in Montmorency SchoolDistrict. New carpet, updated kitchen, full
basement. Move-in ready!! A must see!Merditaservesyou.net
$56,900 MLS#122238
This Move in Ready Homelaundry. Home also features an enclosed porch,a sunroom, enclosed backyard, 2 car garage with
great buy on this home!Ed Castillo 815-718-0631
$49,900 MLS#121582
Endless PossibiltiesLarge property currently being used as a church.Features kitchen, dining area and two restrooms. 2
residence on property that requires work.Ed Castillo 815-718-0631
New Listing!Lovely 3 bedroom home with over
laundry, 1.5 baths.Call Louise Clark 815-499-0542
$89,900 MLS#122167
$59,900 MLS# 122036
Outside City LimitsSit back and enjoy this abundance of wildlife from thedeck of the EXTREMELY REMODELED home on an
extra large lot.www.SeeDawnsHomes.com
815-441-3515
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“ENJOY THE WONDERFUL COUNTRY”Wonderful spacious country home onand wildlife area. Easy to heat. New
On Highway 92 just 4 miles west ofHighway 40. COME SATURDAY!
Wes Anderson 499-5146www.wesleyoanderson.com$154,900 MLS#122081
OPEN SATURDAY DECEMBER 14TH 12-2PM 29069 500 E. STREET, TAMPICO
WHATADEAL!All brick 2 bedroom withoversize garage for themechanic. Roof & windowsjust 3 years old. Enclosedporch. Full basement.Jerry Ratajczak 815-590-2077$59,500 MLS#122140
OPEN SUNDAY DECEMBER 15TH 1-3PM 1506 GRISWOLD AVENUE, STERLING
4+ Car GarageThis completely renovated home features a new masterbedroom suite with a private bathroom, jetted tub and walk-in closet, the kitchen features stainless steel appliances, and
basement, privacy yard, 3 total bedrooms and 2 full baths.SuperDaveHomes.com
rage. Spacious! Call Louise for a showing!Call Louise Clark 815-499-0542
$89,900 MLS#121064
Maintenance Free Brick Ranch HomeOn a double lot surrounded by a privacy fencedyard in a park like setting. There is a 2 carattached garage plus a 14x10 Amish shed.
www.SeeDawnsHomes.com815-441-3515
$39,900 MLS#121849
3 Lots!2 bedroom home in NortheastSterling. Newer roof, 150x197 lot.
SuperDaveHomes.com815-441-1446
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$180,900 MLS#121639
Brand New For You!Custom built Duplex in West Wolf Ridgebedrooms, 2 bath, and walk-in closet! Sun room
1217W 7th St, Dixon1 story, 2 bedroom starter home
with some newer windows & newerpartial roof. Sold “as is”. $29,000Call Diane Schnake: 440-4817
815-288-3303View all area listings:www.ucburkerealty.com
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440-8002
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Associate378-2151
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Auctioneer739-8155
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MLS#122217 $89,000 MLS#122216 $144,900 New Price $99,900
MULTI FAMILY 4-PLEXFour units fully rented, completely renovated in1995. Property is Zoned R-1. Tenants pay allseparate utilities; coin operated laundry area inbasement. Average $100 per month income.Lot is irregular 94x190. This property has un-
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ESTATE- SOLD AS ISRanch home, 1.22 acres-2 bedroom, good
installed. Realtor Related.Virtual Tour @www.UCBurkeRealty.comMLS #121898
COUNTRY FARMETTE-3 ACRES2-story home features good sized kitchen,
above ground pool and deck, large outbuild-
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BEAUTIFUL CONTEMPORARY HOMEWhite Oaks 1.5 Story home-4 bedrooms,4 baths, in ground pool and River access.
-bath and exercise room.
Virtual Tour @ www.UCBurkeRealty.comMLS #121833
EXCELLENT INCOME!
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bedrooms, patio & rear deck area. South unit-
units have full basements. You need to see the
virtual tour atVirtual Tour @www.UCBurkeRealty.com
PARKWAY RESTAURANTWas a long time popular eating establish-
clean and in good condition and can eas-ily be restored as a restaurant. Has ampleparking, Zoned B-2 general business- al-
MLS #119839
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New Price $254,000New Price $79,900 MLS #120862 $217,900
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110 Dixon Ave., Rock Fallswww.unitedcountry.com
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514 E. Bradshaw, DixonImmaculate 2 - 3 bedroom home on the Northside! Many updates: newfurnace, central air, roof, carpet, and more. A super large fenced yard,garage, full basement, and a great patio. A wonderful maintenancefree home to move right into and enjoy for many years. Outstandingprice of $75,000.
$75,000MLS#121421
VickieGutierrez
(815) 973-4444815-285-3444124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon
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Judy Beveroth Realtors530W. 10thStreet, Rock Falls, IL61071815-499-0140
There is a large living room/diningroom combination, all freshlypainted with a garage on a nicecorner lot for a very reasonableprice. Payment will be lower than
rent.$21,000 #122091
family room, an extra large garageincluding a work shop area. All ofthis on 2 lots on a quiet street.
$125,000 #122250
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Are you still renting? This twobedroom has a large diningkitchen, remodeled bath,basement and a work shop. Call
for a private showing.$34,900 #121467
Lots of updates including centralair, furnace, kitchen and a newfront stoop. There is an enclosedfront porch and includes some
available. $39,900 #118376
Here is a brick ranch whichhas 2-3 bedrooms, mainbasement and attached garage.Small town living at its best.
$64,900 #118374
26800 Willow Creek Road, SterlingLocated on a quiet cul-de-sac is thisthree bedroom, 2 bath, with maingarage, sun room off the formalliving room and full basement. Visitus on Sunday for a closer look.
But this four bedroom Victoria EastlakeHome retains the charm of long ago withits natural woodwork, dramatic staircase,tin ceilings, walkup attic and three storycarriage house garage. It conveys a solidimage of the past at a price to please younow.
#122213#119133
#122239
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac in Northeast Sterling this nice home featuresa spacious open floor plan. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a finishedlower level with family room, kitchenette and a brand new 1/2 bath. Other
amenities include a covered patio, fenced yard and a new 14x14 shed.
You won’t believe your good luck whenyou own this 2 bedroom river view, ranchhome. A peaceful, serene setting withspacious lot and oversized garage. Time totake advantage of this golden opportunity.
Great home for an active family - plenty of room and storage. 4bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths - main floor laundry - fenced in yard with 2car garage - alley access - great location.
#121402
#121682
#121946
Delightful 2 bedroom, with river frontage,at Rock River Estates. The home has aspacious eat-in kitchen & 2 baths. There isa deck, attached garage & storage shed.This home is convieniently located betweenDixon and Sterling. A truly great deal...
Enjoy country living just outside the citylimits in this lovely 5 bedroom home.
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Well cared for 2 or 3 bedroomhome. Attached garage plus largeshed. Fenced in yard.
See @ www.BardierTeam.com
Huge 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 story home.Has newer vinyl windows, front deck, kitch-en cabinets and boiler. Alley access, fencedyard and 2 car garage. Best deal in town!
Visual tour at www.davetwining.com
#121125
4 bedroom and 2 bath homeon edge of town. Special loanprograms for qualified buyers.See it at www.briancorwell.com
#122224
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Have you been searching for a mod-est-sized home that has nice, usablespace in the basement? This one hasit... and it’s all freshened up with newcarpeting! It also has an updated bath& kitchen countertops. Newer siding,gutters, windows, furnace and air con-ditioning. Partially fenced back yard,deck, garage & carport.
#121725
Go to LindaSanders.com/121725 to see this well maintained, cute &clean home. Spacious rooms include an eat-in kitchen with built-in range &oven. Several new floor coverings. Full basement, enclosed porch, tiered
deck and a 2 car garage. And brand new shingles on the house!
www.SaukValleyOpenHouse.com
#122115
Affordable 2 bedroom home- ready tomove into. Large livingroom, redone kitch-en- main floor laundry room. French doorsto covered patio (12x12). Huge 2 car ga-rage. All on a corner lot.
#120829
This property located in downtownSterling could give your business a boost!You can increase your exposure in thiscentral location.
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This property is ideal for one or morebusinesses and is in a great location.It features two entrances and dividingthe space would be easy. There aretwo apartments on the second level.All for an unbelievable price!
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#120603
Nice office space with basement.Shop area includes 2 overheaddoors 9x9 and 12x12. Located inMilledgeville.
#121912
MissyandJim.com
309-912-2820 309-716-6755
4 bedroom 4 bath home with ariver view.
www.10415thAve.com
#122109
www.3245MineralSpringsRoad.com
#120815
500 Square feet of space for lease thatcould be expanded to 1500 squarefeet.
