Going GREEN!

Easy Tips for Going Green:

• Unplug appliances when they are not in use (can save up to $70/year on your electric bill)
• Use ceiling fans to improve air circluation and reduce your air conditioning bills
• Low flow shower heads (if you are a Seinfeld fan, you know Jerry, Kramer and Newman were NOT fans of the “low flow” shower heads!)
• If you are looking for an excuse to put in hardwood floors, they reduces vacuuming which cuts down on your electric bills
• Use compact florescent light (CFL) bulbs which will save electricity and use timers for lights – interesting FACT – if every American home replaced five incandescent (“regular”) bulbs with five CFL bulbs we would save as much as $6.5 billion in electricity costs
• Install a programmable thermostat – its more accurate, and will help save up to 20% in heating and cooling costs
• Plant trees on the east and west side of your house to keep it cool in the summer and warm in the winter

Email me if you have more great tips for going green!

The New 922 – Townhomes in Downers Grove

NOW UNDER CONSTRUTION – 28 upscale, urban style townhomes located at 922 Warren Street in Downtown Naperville across the street from the Downers Grove Metra station.  Just around the corner, homeowners will also be able to enjoy the weekly feature at the Tivoli, pickup a pizza from Aurelio’s, or sip a coffee at Starbucks all within two blocks of home.

The townhomes have been designed with an eye for city style.  They are three story units with roof top decks, two car garages and several high end interior features such as master suites with luxury baths, and gourmet kitchens with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry.  Prospective buyers can choose from five different floorplans and have the ability to customize their homes to meet their needs.  Once development is complete, the homeowners will have the best of both worlds – “neighborhood living” since the development will border residential single family homes, and the excitement of “downtown” Downers Grove living just steps from the train station and tons of dining and shopping opportunities.

Check out this site for floorplans, pricing and additional information.  Units will be ready for occupancy by late June.

www.thenew922.com

My Marketing Plan

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March Letter to Clients

I Gotta Get Away! (click here to read this month’s item of value)

March, 2008  

Dear Friends, 

It looks like winter might FINALLY be coming to an end!  The days are getting longer and it is no longer dark most days when I leave the office.  Enclosed is a reminder to change your clocks this weekend and it is a good idea to change any batteries in smoke detectors, etc.   

THE MARKET…  I don’t care what CNN, MSNBC and the rest have to say, the phones are ringing and email inquiries are increasing which points to a good spring market.  Let’s face it, our market needed a “price correction” after the way sale prices rose faster than incomes in 2005 and 2006.  We will continue to see foreclosures and “short sales” through 2008 and into 2009, but many of these properties are in good condition, priced extremely well, and pose great investment opportunities.  Interest rates are still at a historic low, all of which makes this a great time to buy!   

TAKE A BREAK…  Enclosed is an article that describes some great ideas for vacations.  If you have been waiting desperately for spring like I have, I’m sure you will enjoy reading this and imagining yourself somewhere warm.  

OH BY THE WAY…  As you know, my business continues to grow through great referrals from you.  If you know of anyone who would benefit from the services that I provide, please contact me with their name and number.   I will continue to strive to provide you, your family and friends with excellent service because in my business the greatest assets I possess are your respect and trust.  I’ll contact you soon to see if I can be of any help to you or meet any of your real estate needs. Have a great month! 

Take Care,

Jen Conte

RE/MAX Professionals Select

630-615-2810 (office)

630-408-6400 (direct)

jen.conte@att.net

 

www.conteteam.com