Flood Plain

October 6, 2009Tim No Comments »

How do you know if your in a flood plain? Simple answer is… if animals are lining up to your door 2 by 2…you are more than likely in a flood plain. Going to the FEMA website can give you general mapping of your area. One of the best places I’ve found is [...]

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Stick built, SIPs, Modular and Manufactured homes

September 22, 2009Tim No Comments »

What’s the difference between a stick built, SIP, modular and manufactured homes?

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Eastern Bypass

September 16, 2009Tim No Comments »

Have you heard of the Eastern Bypass? It has been talked about since before our current Rt 6 was built. It is a bypass that continues Rt 6, crossing the river, passing by/through Springbay, Metamora/Germantown Hills, Washington, East Peoria and Morton back to 74. Illinois Department of Transportation are currently working on finding that corridor.

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$8,000 Tax Credit.

September 10, 2009Tim No Comments »

although it’s capped at $8000, and applies only to first time home buyers and principal residences. A “first time homebuyer” is defined as someone who has not owned a principal residence for three years. Only those who purchase a home on or after January 1st and before December 1st, 2009 are eligible.

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