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REAL ESTATE 14 - PLAIM»lv\l lit I'lln \t <„IST 16, 1974 REAL, ESTATE REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE Why buy or sell through a broker? J Considering the fact that the real estate broker gets a jbommission, wouldn't it be less expensive to buy direct, more profitable tosell direct9 Not except in special cases, jiot unless you are lucky' VALUE An alert real estate firm has up-to-date price information on various types of property. In many cases the broker knows the history of the building or the business which permits him to be a trusted advisor. This assures the buyer of value received and helps the seller determine a proper selling price. CHOICE Working through a broker gives the buyer a far wider choice and helps confirm what the going price should be. "It gives the seller more prospects ,1 NEGOTIATION Probably the most important role of a broker is that of negotiating a fair price between buyer and seller as a representative of both sides. He can consummate the transaction in a manner fair to both Most of us, in direct dealings, after stating our "rock bottom price" or our "top offer" are embarrassed to alter either with the result a sale or purchase is often lost. Having lost it once, we are then apt to sell too low or pay too much in a subsequent transaction. Hence, whether you are a buyer or a seller, it is usually better to deal through a broker , The broker serves many other roles such as protecting a deal during negotiation, pinpointing closing dates, acting as a clearing house for funds, and in general acting as a Watchdog until the property is truly sold, or finally bought. We at The McHenry Plainaealer believe in buying or selling through real estate brokers. WONDER LAKE'S FULL SERVICE REALTOR Near the lake - this 2 B.R. all wood interior home has extra large kitchen and living room Excellent condition. Priced for fast sale $18,900.00 Older home needs some work-large 3 B.R with full basement on 80 x 185 wooded lot, city water. $26,000.00 Like new 3 B R. ranch, immaculate condition, on nicely landscaped lot plus oversized 2' •> car garage all for just $28,500.00 Beautiful 2 year old home split level wiih cent, air wall to wall carpeting, finished family room and large above the ground swimming pool must see to appreciate this lovely home $48,500.00 7508 Hancock Drive Wonder Lake, Illinois 815-653-7777 or 653-7876 8-16 STAUFFER m Wonder REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE GLENN DRAPER 810C N. FRONT ST. ROUTE 31 McHENRY, ILLINOIS $32,900 $24,500 change? if $38,500 PHONE 815-385-5661 $22,700 PHONE 815-385-5661 REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE 8 1 5 - 3 8 5 - 4 8 1 0 3932 W. Route 120, McHenry, III. 60050 Also: 6111 Route 14, Crystal Lake, III. 60014 Bl'V ON CONTRACT: Lovely 2-3 BR frame ranch on 3/5 acre sitew 'lo'.sof mature trees Lge fam rm. is panelled & has built-in shelves & fireplace and could be used as 3rd BR; study, lge. porch, panelled breezeway, carpeting, drapes & many extras Priced to sell at $42,000. SUNNYSIDL. Older 2 BR ranch situated on 3 lots Entry, dining area, kit w-breakfast nook, util. rm.. oven-range, refrig.; s-s, & tool shed & extra bldg included at just $21,9(H). Buy on contract with $3,000 down. 104' FOX RIVER WATERFRONT: 4 BR 2 story alum, sided hse. w-sep DR.; sereened-in porch, concrete seawall. 2 piers, underground sprinkier, oven-range, refrig.; washer-dryer, comb storms-screens, carpeting, drapes & MORE. See NOW, - Priced at $48,500. LOTS OF ROOM: 3 BR aluminum sided ranch situated on FIVE lots w-porch, util. rm., 21 c. det. gar.; storms- screens, Knotty Pine L.R., carpeting and close to McHenry. Asking $25,000 DUCK LAKE WATERFRONT: Nothing but gracious living in this 4 BR Brick & cedar Raised ranch w-14 baths, dining area, L.R. w-balcony, fam rm w-wet bar, frplc. & waterfall, sewing room, rumpus rm., all apples. & many, many extras. Make your appointment today. $58,500. SANDWICH SHOP: In the heart ofMcHenry w-seating cap. of approx. 45 Sale includes business, stock & equip. Own your own business for ONLY $8,000. THIS WEEK'S STAR BUY - EXECUTIVE living is yours in this 4 BR BRick & masonite raised ranch located on lge. lot w-fam. rm. w- gas frplc., dining area w-balcony, 2 c. att. gar., inter-com, fenced-in yard & MORE. Call NOW - $58,000. . ... 8 - l b T. P. MATHEWS, REALTORS Your GALLERY OF OF HOMES Regional Representative (iallerv of Homes is a national referral Service having 1,300 offices and 15.000 Sales Representatives for the convenience and benefit of both buyers and sellers. Charming log style home nestled on large wooded site, close to lake Idea! for retirement or newlyweds. Only $22,000.00. Charming Spanish style ranch. Three full bedrooms, ceramic bath, wood cabinet kitchen, large site. Modest price - $25,900.00. Super nice ranch, extra large landscaped site. Large carpeted living room, 3 bedrooms, 11 •> baths, utility room, 2 car garage. Ready to go. $31,900.00. McHenry - New 4 bedroom raised ranch, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, family room, water rights to private lake. Financing available. $32,500.00. McHenry area - Immaculate 3 bedroom ranch only four years old with an assumable mortgage at 7 percent. Perfect starter at $27,900.00 McHenry area - Spacious estate overlooking valley, 8 rooms, 412 baths, 2 fireplaces and large three room guest wing on 33^ acres. $95,000.00. T. P. MATHEWS, REALTORS 7314 Hancock Drive 4803 Northwest Highway Wonder Lake, III. Crystal Lake, III. 815-653-2061 or 815-459-4800 or 815-385-6341 815-459-48018-14 11 © l n t y "CHICK" FROULA R E A L T Y 2906 WEST ROUTE 120, McHENRY ^FAiTor?" 'jirnleEa; of Fox River on Route 120 815-185-6670 CLOSE TO TOWN CHANNEL FRONT 3 Bedroom raised ranch in beautiful condition, lovely carpeting and draperies, complete in every detail including above ground pool. $42,500 IN TOWN CITY OF McHENRY Nice expandable home in good area. Owner anxious, will finance to a responsible party wity $5,000 down. $19,500 CLOSE TO TOWN JTTm " •• III Terrific income opportunity 3 rentals totaling well over $400.00 per month, city sewer and water. All for onlv $35,900. J0HNSBURG-INCOME PROPERTY 2 plus bedroom Cape Cod, brick and cedar sided, in excellent condition, full basement, formal dining room, paneled living room, 12x22 ft. family room, with stone wood burning fireplace and cathedral ceiling. An unbe­ lievable value at $29,000. PISTAKEE HIGHLANDS 2 large 3 bedroom town houses, in excellent repair, and completely remodeled, located on commercial frontage close to everything. Only $49,500 00 Brand new raised ranch home, luxuriously carpeted, 1 Vi baths, dining area, 4 large bedrooms, plus large family room on a wooded lot. $38,700.00. c » l S H ' » > # "CHUCK" FROULA R E A L T Y 2906 WKST ROUTE 120, MrtlKNKY 12 mile East of Fox River on Route 120 81S-38S'HH70 NEED A NEW HOME FOR YOUK FAMILY? CHECK THE REAL ESTATE ADS... r SPLISH SPLASH This beautiful lakefront raised ranch is only 3 years old. It has a fireplace in the family room with sliding glass doors to patio overlooking sandy beach on the lake. Formal dining room, 2V2 baths, many extras. $62,500. ENJOYMENT PLUS The family who buys this home will be able to enjoy a large lot on which sits a large swimming pool and a neat 3 bedroom home with a 2h2 car garage in a very nice neighborhood. All of this for the enjoyable price of $32,500 This 2 bedroom home with separate family room can't be beat. Large kitchen with eating arTea Beach rights near by. House is maintained very well. ' BUY OF THE YEAR Immaculate 2-3 bedroom home with dining room, separa,K? parlor, full heated basement, heated garage and a beautiful yard. Won't last long at $24,500. "WHERE SER VICE COMES FIRST" r a i r x - r m U r l l n r r a l p B t a t p r u . P E A L T O P ' 3717 W. EJm St. McHenry 815-385-7050 (Across from jewel Tea) MEMBER OF RELO, A NATIONAL REFERRAL SERVICE ORGANIZATION 8_1 6 -