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1319 N. Galena Ave.Dixon, IL 61021

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John RosengrenBroker/Owner815-631-8550

PRIME OFFICE SPACEThis exceptional office building featurestwo offices, a reception area and aspacious administrative area. Featuresinclude high traffic location, excellentsignage, a phone system and ample offstreet parking. Parking lot was recentlyrepaved.

#120488 $119,999

RETAIL AND WAREHOUSELocated in a high traffic location in Sterlingthis property is loaded with potential. Thefront of the building offers space that canaccommodate 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 $69,900Edson Cox815-499-0821

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STERLINGUpdated and well maintained. 4 bedroom,2.5 bath with a 3 car attached garage.Mud/laundry/half bath on main floor.Finished basement. Remodeled kitchenwith granite counters and stainless steelappliances. Ready to move into!

#122541 $219,900

HUGE PRICE REDUCTIONThis 1924 stone beauty has room for everyone. Seven bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths. The original slate roof was painstakingly restored and thehome features a brand new, high efficiency heating system. 4,305 square feet of living space on three levels. Additional space includes a fullbasement with an additional family room and fireplace. Main floor office/den features a corner fireplace. Price just reduced $50,000!

#115312 $349,900

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110 E. Lynn Blvd.,Sterling, IL 61081

STOP PAYING RENTMany houses qualify for 100%financing with payments lessthen you are paying now.

GET OUT OF TOWNLarge 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home withnew roof. -

815-298-1357

#122743 $39,000

GREAT DOWNTOWNSAVANNA LOCATION!

Open commercial space with large win-dow display and parking at the rear ofbuilding. Upstairs offers 2 apartments, a2 bedroom facing Main Street and an ef-ficiency in the rear. Bring your design ideasand make this a great property.

15.57 ACRESOffering beautiful views and wildlife!Ranch home located within 2 milesof Rockwood State Park offers 4bedrooms, 2.5 baths and an open floorplan. Large barn with two pasturesand a heated garage/workshop for thehobbyist. Great Property with a lot ofoptions!

#123158 $74,900 #123129 $285,000

SPACIOUS COUNTRY HOME4 bedroom 2 bath home on 1.49 acres.

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#123161 $98,500

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Building sites with city water andsewer only minutes to Interstate88. Buy on contract $2500 down.$12,000 to $16,000 per lot.

#115463 $JohnRosengren

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OPEN SATURDAY 2-3:3021 S. Madison Ave., Milledgeville

$79,990 #122740Hosted by Jerry Bartlett

OPEN SATURDAY 12-13801 Freeport Road, Sterling

$119,900 #123072Hosted by Tim McCaslinOPEN SATURDAY 12-119202 Freeport Road, Sterling

$119,900 #122936Hosted by Louise Gibbons

OPEN SATURDAY 12-128220 Woodside Drive, Rock Falls

$93,900 #123023Hosted by Jerry Bartlett

OPEN SATURDAY 12-13703 Freeport Road, Sterling

$124,900 #121299Hosted by Jim Cesarek

OPEN SATURDAY 1:30-2:301296 Sinnissippi Park Road, Sterling

$269,900 #122980Hosted by Tim McCaslin

OPEN SATURDAY 1:30-2:30412W. 12th Street, Sterling$114,900 #123074

Hosted by Jim Cesarek

OPEN SATURDAY 12:30-1:301314 6thAvenue, Sterling$112,500 #122441

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OPEN SATURDAY 12-13506 D Street, Rock Falls

#122770Hosted by Brian Corwell

Newly restored 3+ bedroom, 2 car garage, large deck & fencedbackyard.

#122123 $82,000

3+ bedroom, kitchen & dining opento living room, full basement walkoutadditional bedroom or office. Lots ofnatural light plus 24x32 pole building +2 car garage.

#122313 $142,900

TREASURE PRIVACY???Then consider this 2 bedroom cedar homethat seems even better than new. Thishome sits on a tree covered 5 acre parcel.Another plus is that it is only minutes fromtown. There’s too much to list, so call nowto see your future.

#122548 $239,000#122969 $40,000

INVESTOR ALERT...This is a spacious duplex with 3 bed-rooms and 1 bath, each side. Withsome work, this property will make agreat rental. Located in a convenientlocation, close to schools, shopping,etc. Call today.

#121946 $45,000

GET SET FOR SUMMERBeautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath homewith a lovely open floor plan. Attachedgarage, multi-level deck and stunningriver views/frontage. Conveniently lo-cated in Rock River Estates betweenDixon and Sterling.

2 bedrooms with open floor plan,open front porch, natural woodwork.Discover the affordability of thishome today.

#122893 $69,865

REDUCEDComfortable 4 bedroom 1 1/2 bath.Natural woodwork. Porch, deck,fence and 3 car garage. See it now.

#122739 $89,900

You will be surprised how affordable thissharp 2 bedroom is. Stop and find out how.Route 30 left onto Hickory Hills take rightonto D Street.

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#122770 $57,000

NORTHEAST STERLING3 bedroom ranch. Attached garage.Central air. Huge fenced backyard.

#122820 $79,900#122441 $112,500

13146THAVENUE,STERLING3 bedrooms 1 1/2 baths. Largedeck. Fenced yard. Free 1 year homewarranty.

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1591 Deer Path Lane, Franklin Grove

Superb Quality and Astonishing features will greet you the moment you walk into the foyer.This 3 bedroom 2 bath Santa Fe Style Ranch Home has surprises around every corner. JohnJacobs was the builder of the home that the owners thoughtfully designed and built. Theniches and built-in areas for display of the arts is so unusual. Also included is a detacheddwelling which could be used as an artist studio, man cave, hunting cabin or even a mother in-law apartment. Building has heat, air, solar windows and lots of light. Mother nature providesfox, turkey and other wildlife. The property borders Franklin Creek Park, The Grist Mill is nearby and so are Horse Trails and accommodations for overnight stays. You will be so pleasedwith the quality and originality of this home. Be prepared to be excited and enthusiastic!!MLS#123105 $386,500 CALL TODAY!

www.CrawfordRealtyOnline.com815-285-3444, 124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon LLC

Planning and maintaining a garden requires a lot of effort, which can result in an aesthetically pleasing addition to the landscape. But that

hard work can also fall victim to nature when local wildlife find a garden too mouth-watering to resist.

In an effort to rid a garden of unwanted pests, gardeners may unwittingly scare away animals and insects that might just protect the garden from more ill-intentioned animals. Not every creature that scurries is out to get prized petunias or to devour tomatoes. In fact, many can prove beneficial to gardens.

Bats

Bats have a bad reputation, as people unnecessarily fear bats because they believe them to be carriers of disease. But many bats feed off of insects or fruits and will not harm a human. The average brown bat can eat 1,000 mosquitoes in an hour, so it’s easy to see why bats are good to have around. Mosquitoes are not only a nuisance but also harbor potentially dangerous diseases. Bats also may eat certain rodents, which can cut down on the number of animals burrowing in a yard.

Frogs

Frogs and toads will prey on insects and make the local insect population more manageable. Toads eat mainly slugs, who feed on the leaves and fruits of many plants. Frogs and toads are attracted to water, so including a pond or another water feature in the garden will provide them with a habitat they like.

Birds

While it is true that some birds can damage crops,

many birds are content to feed on insects attracted to the garden, which helps to keep insect numbers in check. Chickadees, for example, will dine on aphid eggs, while larger birds may prey on mice or other rodents or simply scare them out of the garden. Jays and mockingbirds are known to be feisty and can even deter dogs and cats from a yard. Hummingbirds will sip on the nectar of flowers and help pollinate plants.

Snakes

Snakes in a garden can be disconcerting to some people, but snakes are ideal predators who feed on insects and rodents several times their size. Snakes are the right size and shape to invade the burrows of pest animals.

Butterflies and bees

Butterflies and bees are responsible for pollinating the vast majority of plants. Avoid using pesticides that may diminish butterfly or bee populations. A beehive right next to a garden may not be practical, but don’t make attempts to destroy it. Consult with a professional beekeeper to see what can be done to move the beehive without destroying it.

Many animals and insects can be detrimental to the health of a garden. However, several animals are handy to have around and should be welcomed to

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$299,900 MLS#123159

Rock Falls

Brand new 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home with brick and stone exterior, cherry &maple cabinets in the kitchen with granite counter tops and wood !oors. Livingroom o"ers gas #replace and vaulted ceilings. Master suite o"ers full bath withwhirlpool tub and dual head shower. 3 car garage, full basement ready to be#nished by the new owner and much more. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for more details.

NewConstruction

$399,900 MLS#123177

Waterman

Expansive all brick 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home located in WatermanIL o"ers cherry cabinets and !oors, granite counter tops, huge master suite,#nished basement and landscaped 1.7 acre lot. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for more details.

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Investor Alert 2 Duplexes

$39,900 each MLS#122511

RockFalls

400 & 402 6th Avenue, Rock Falls.Buy one or both $39,900 each. Eachone has two bedrooms down & onebedroom up. Plus each has a two cargarage that you can rent out. Call JohnDorenbos at 815-718-0956 or go towww.JohnDorenbos.com

RARELogHomeExperience

$239,900 MLS#120789

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

New Construction AttachedSingle Family

$156,900 MLS#121193

Handicap accessible with over 1,500 sq. $.,2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, master bedroomwith master bath & walk-in closet, 2 carattached garage, cement patio, & cement!oor crawl space. No association fees! CallJohn Dorenbos @ 815-718-0956 or go towww.johndorenbos.com for details.

Sterling

MAKE AN OFFER!

$144,900 MLS#122240

RockFalls

Motivated Seller! Get in to see thislarge 5 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home inEast Coloma area on a large lot. Newlyremodeled lower level family room &new well in 2012. Call Laurie at 815-499-1587.

ExtraLargeGreatRoom!

$87,900 MLS#122598

Sterling

Large new kitchen opens to dining room and40x20 living room. Newer roof, siding, seamlessgutters, some windows. Newer furnace, cen-tral air and electric service. New 32x26 garagew/18x8 oversized door, patio, fenced yard, 10x10shed. All appliances stay. Call John Dorenbos815-718-0956 or go to www.johndorenbos.com

Secluded & Wooded 2 Acres

$299,900 MLS#122887

Dixon

Come & view this beautiful homelocated on 2 wooded secluded acrescomplete with golf course and lakeaccess. Large beautiful open !oorplan with 4 bedrooms & enclosedporch. Call Laurie at 815-499-1587for details.

$234,900 MLS#122932

P-Town

4 bedrooms, 2.75 baths, large main !oormaster bedroom with bath. Freshlypainted interior, full #nished basementwith wet bar, sauna & extra deep jettedtub. 34x188 metal building, 3 stall openshed. Attached 2 car garage & Dairy barn.Call John at 815-718-0956 or go to www.johndorenbos.com for details.

BrickHome on 5Acres

Value PricedCommercial Building

$69,900 MLS#121626

Rock Falls

The time to act is now on thiscommercial building on Rt. 40 inRock Falls. This building needswork but has great potentialfor any small business. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.

3 bedroom, 2 bath, updated !ooring,windows, garage door opener, roof,furnace, air and water heater, & largefamily room in lower level with dry bar.Come take a look! Call Jo 815-946-3999.

302 S. Barber Ave., PoloPolo

$139,000 MLS#122296

3 Bedroom 1 Bath

$17,500 MLS#122685

Amboy

2006 mobile home in Amboyo"ers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, open!oor plan, large deck and muchmore. Very clean. 1-owner home.Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.

109 S.!omas Ave., Polo

$99,900 MLS#122061

Polo

Come take a look at this family homewith large eat-in kitchen, dining room,1st !oor laundry, open stairway, heatedgarage with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths.Call Jo for details. 815-946-3999.

Close to River & Parks

$79,900 MLS#122535

Excellent home o"ering 2-3bedrooms, large rooms, 24x36garage, main !oor laundrywith many updates! Call Ericat 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.

P-Town

$60,000 MLS#122403

Build your new home here in 2014!Private wooded setting, close toAmboy on a hard surface road.Call Eric 815-973-6768 or go tobirdrealtysells.com for more details.

5WoodedAcresAmboy

UnlimitedPotential

$225,000 MLS#122374

%is 15,000 square foot propertyo"ers original woodwork, updatedkitchen, working elevator, 2large auditoriums and endlessopportunities. 330 X 150 lot, circledrive, 2+ car attached garage. CallEric today 815-973-6768 or go tobirdrealtysells.com

Dixon

Move in Ready!

$23,900 MLS#122666

Amboy

Excellentmobilehomeallupdatedwithinthe last 2 years including drywall, paint,!ooring,bathroomsappliancesandmuchmore. Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.comfordetails.

$134,900 MLS#121678

%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.

Country HomeSterling

Wooded Building Sites

$32,900 EA. MLS#122686

Steward

2 wooded building sites, both areapproximately 2.8 acres locatednear I-39, I-88 and US Rt. 30. Buyone lot or two for more privacy.Call Eric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.

Riverfront HomeOn 5.5 Acres

$269,900

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.

MLS#121485 $84,900 MLS#122822

2-three bedroom, 1.5 bath units,both currently rented, all utilitiesseparate. Great cash !ow. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for more details.

LargeDuplexSterling

1118W. 4th Street, Dixon

$47,500 MLS#122984

Dixon

Here is a solid home offeringwood floors, original woodwork,expandable attic, full basement, 1car garage and much more. CallEric at 815-973-6768 or go toBirdrealtysells.com for details.

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4216 N Timber Ln, Grand DetourPrivate riverfront property! 4 BR 3 BA

$399,000Call Nancy Fritts: 440-3369

2074 IL Route 26, Dixon3BR 1.5BA ranch N of Dixon on 1.4

$69,000Call Matt Hermes: 288-4648

1939 Ole Hickory Rd,Amboy

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509 E Bradshaw, Dixon

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1021 E Chamberlin St, Dixon

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505 E Chamberlin St, Dixon

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516 N Jefferson Ave, Dixon

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800W Gardner St, Sublette

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5107 S Hidden Heights Rd, Oregon

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Homeowners know that a healthy lawn can add considerable curb appeal to a property while giving residents of the home a place to relax and

enjoy the great outdoors. But few might know that a healthy lawn can also benefit the environment, especially when homeowners take a proactive approach to lawn care that emphasizes eco-friendly techniques.

A proactive approach to lawn care can prevent certain problems, including disease, insect infestation and weed growth. When such problems arise, many homeowners opt to combat them with pesticides, which can harm the environment. But a proactive approach to lawn care can reduce the likelihood of developing such problems and protect the planet at the same time.

Healthy soil promotes strong roots, which leads to a more robust, lush and aesthetically appealing lawn. While a lawn needs to be fertilized in the spring and at various points throughout the summer, it’s important that homeowners avoid overfertilization, which can create thatch that, when allowed to thicken, will prevent nutrients from penetrating the soil. Lawns need more nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium than soil can typically provide, so fertilizing throughout the warm weather seasons and into early fall can promote a healthy lawn. But choose a slow-release fertilizer so it gradually feeds the lawn. Compost and grass clippings can also be spread around the lawn to promote healthy soil. The pH level of the soil should also be checked to ensure the lawn can fully absorb nutrients. Speak with a local lawn care professional to determine what a healthy pH level is for soil in your area.

Though you might prefer the look of a certain grass, choosing a grass based entirely on appearance is a mistake that could cost you money and prove harmful to the environment. When installing a new lawn, opt for one that’s suitable to the local climate. Installing a lawn that needs substantial amounts of water in a region known for drought can rob the lawn of its aesthetic appeal and will cost homeowners a substantial amount of money to maintain. If an existing lawn

struggles to stay green regardless of your best efforts, then consider replacing it with a new type of grass that might be more suited to the local climate.

Homeowners who don’t enjoy mowing their lawn might be tempted to simply cut the grass as low as possible to extend the intervals between cuts. But the United States Environmental Protection Agency recommends that grass never be cut more than one-third of the height of the grass blades. Longer grass can take in more sunlight, allowing it to grow in thicker and develop a deeper root system. That deep root system can help a lawn survive drought and prevent disease, two potentially costly problems that often force homeowners to embrace solutions that are not eco-friendly. Ideal lawn height depends on the type of grass, so consult a lawn care professional to ensure you are cutting your grass to a healthy length.

Excessive watering not only wastes water, which is not very eco-friendly, but also hurts the lawn when dry periods inevitably arrive. That’s because shallow and frequent watering encourages roots to stay near the surface, so when dry periods arrive, the roots struggle to find water. The EPA notes that an established lawn should not need daily watering. Instead, watering responsibly when the lawn needs water and when evaporation can be kept to a minimum, can strengthen a lawn and do so in an eco-friendly way.

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LLC

$69,900MLS#122134

309 W. GROVE ST., STERLINGOpen floor plan, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 lot,

4 car garage, many updates!

$69,000MLS#122244

1022 W. 6TH STREET, DIXON3 bedroom. Charming home, corner lot,

hardwood floors, fireplace

$89,900MLS#122187

927 N. DEMENT AVENUE, DIXONCute, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Call Today!

$114,900MLS#122055

819 E. MCKENNEY STREET, DIXON3 bedroom, large fenced yard, screenporch, hardwood floors, family room

510 E. 7TH STREET, DIXONRanch home, good sized, bedrooms,

finished basement

$89,900MLS#120537

807 S. COLLEGE AVE., DIXONLarge four bedroom home with some

newer windows and nice open floor plan.

$29,900MLS#122563

$164,500MLS#122968

900 W. WASHINGTOM ST., OREGONThis is not a drive by! Completely remodeledinside: kitchen with granite counter tops,dining room with woodburner and many otherupgrades. 2 car detached garage and a 2 year old30x40 pole building with heated floors, forced airheat and a loft area.

$75,000MLS#122927

2108 20TH AVENUE, STERLING3 Bedroom,1 full bath plus 1/2 Bath in MasterBedroom. Attached 2 car garage. Recentlyupdated the roof & central air.

All this in a great location!

601 W FRONT ST., MOUNT MORRIS2 story home, totally remodeled, move inready. Kitchen & Dining Room has an OpenFloor Plan. Call today for a complete list ofupgrades and a private showing!

MLS#122854 $159,900

5299 S. HARLAN DRIVE, ROCHELLE2 Bedroom, 1 Bath and attached Garage.Remodeled and move-in ready. Kitchen hasstainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher andstove. Kitchen cupboards are a must see.

MLS#122851 $111,900

$109,900MLS#122802

808 6TH AVE, DIXON3 bedroom home has large open floor plan,living, dining and eat in kitchen, hardwoodfloors and 2 car attached garage.

Subject to Bank Approval.

$82,000MLS#122801

408 W FULTON ST, POLOFrench doors in dining room/living area, largeeat in kitchen, wrap around porch, remodeledupstairs has skylights. Extra wide lot, alleyaccess, 2 car garage.

703 W 5TH ST, DIXON3 Bedrooms with hardwood floors, pocket

door, some new windows on main floor andtwo car garage on corner lot.

MLS#122772 $39,000

$120,000MLS#122443

910 HEMLOCK AVE., DIXONNice home with loads of storage space.All 3 bedrooms with double closets andhardwood floors.

1605 BONNIE AVE, DIXON4 bedrooms, newer carpet, living room,and large family room, walk-out to largebeautiful backyard in quiet neighborhood.

$79,900MLS#122413

118 E. MCKENNEY ST, DIXONA lovely & charming home in great NElocation! You’ll appreciate the manypossibilities this home has to offer.

$110,000MLS#122384

440 RIVER BLUFF DR, DIXONUnique home! Balcony overlooking livingroom, river access and views, two decks.

MLS#121685 $182,000

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www.CrawfordRealtyOnline.com815-285-3444, 124 E. Boyd Street, Dixon$96,000MLS#123132

414 E MCKENNY ST., DIXONGREAT FAMILY HOME has been tastefully paintedthroughout and offers 4 bedrooms & 1.75 baths.Unique 2nd floor has been completely remodeled toinclude a family room, master bedroom & more.

NEWLISTING

2206 MOONLIGHT BAY LANE,STERLING

River front property - your wait is over! 3Bedroom, 2 Bath ranch home with gorgeous

views of the river.

MLS#122761 $174,900

212 E BOYD ST, DIXONRiver home 4-5 bedrooms, main floor laundry,

two full baths, two car garage and largefenced yard.

MLS#122757 $124,900

1209 PRESCOTT STREET, DIXONAdorable MOVE-IN ready! 2 bedroom homewith fenced yard and 1 car garage. Newlyrefinished hardwood floor and main floorlaundry.

$62,900MLS#122454

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When designing their landscapes, homeowners may envision grandiose gardens and lush lawns that are the envy of

the neighborhood. But such designs can be difficult to maintain, and homeowners often find they are not worth the time or money.

Avoiding such costly mistakes allows homeowners to fully enjoy their lawns. The following are a few landscaping mistakes homeowners may want to avoid so they can spend more time enjoying their landscapes and less time working around the yard.

When planting new trees and shrubs around your property, choose varieties that won’t overwhelm the property by growing too large. Such trees and shrubs can mask other elements of a landscape, and they can also take a substantial amount of effort to maintain. Avoid spending too much time pruning trees and shrubs by opting for those that only grow to a particular size.

It’s always best to choose plants that are native to a particular region. Native plants have already adapted to the local climate, meaning they can withstand the worst weather that climate has to offer without homeowners having to put in much effort. For example, if you live in an area where drought is common, avoid planting trees, shrubs, flowers, or grass that need ample amounts of water. Instead, opt for those varieties that can survive without significant amounts of water. Exotic plants might add aesthetic appeal to a property, but that appeal is often short-lived or costly to maintain when a plant is not in its native climate.

While a large and lush lawn appeals to many homeowners, a yard that is all grass can be difficult and expensive to maintain. Lawns without trees are susceptible to damage from the hot summer sun, and homeowners often respond to that threat by overwatering their lawns. Overwatering not only weakens root systems, but it also leads to higher water bills. Homeowners can downsize their lawns by planting more trees around the property, adding a garden in the backyard or even adding landscape features to their property.

When planting new trees around a property, some homeowners plant without first considering the ideal locations for new trees. This can prove an expensive mistake. Planting too close to your house may eventually threaten your home’s foundation, as roots grow deeper and deeper into the ground. Planting too close to a home also may prove a security threat down the road, when the tree has grown to full height. Such trees may threaten the home during a storm, so consult a landscaping professional when planting new trees so the trees are located in a place that does not threaten the value of your home or the safety of its residents.

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MLS#122845

Northeast Sterling 3 bedroomhome with newer furnace andcarpet, 1 car attached garage withback storage and corner lot.

$44,900

1.31 Acre building site in adeveloped quiet subdivision ofhomes. Great place to build yourhome and raise a family. Well andSeptic need to be placed on theproperty.

$20,000

Luxury Brick home on the Golf Coursethroughout with over 2,200 sq ft. Bright and airy with vaultedceilings, skylites, master suite with luxurious master bath. High techkitchen with appliances, island and 4-season room. Professionallylandscaped with lush gardens.....perfect for outside entertainment.Private Cul-de-Sac. Tastefully designed and decorated.

$239,900MLS#122971

Brick ranch in Colonial Acres. Large formal living and dining room with crown

shed and patio.$174,900MLS#122699

4-5 bedroom bi-level with 1-3/4 bath,Maintenance free exterior, attached 2car garage plus an additional detachedfor all your toys. East Coloma SchoolDistrict. Additional large lot 90x220

$149,900MLS#122914

$26,000

kitchen and living room. Shed andvinyl siding - clean, clean, clean!!

MLS#122941

Move-in ranch in the East ColomaSchool on 1/2 acre corner lot.Beautifully landscaped. Large eat-inkitchen with appliances and slidingdoor to the deck. 2 bedrooms,3-season room, full basement andattached garage. Great Value!

$94,900MLS#123141

Large family home all remodeled inside and out. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Huge deepkitchen has snack bar, vaulted ceiling and overlooks the dining room with Frenchdoors. 2 large composite decks and professional landscaping. Master suite haswalk-in closet and full bath. Oversized laundry room. Basement has 4th bedroomboasts quality!!! $129,900MLS#123122

$149,900MLS#123102

over 1 acre. Very secluded and private.$149,900MLS#122989

Edge of town ranch located on a nice large corner lot. Only 16 years

Master suite has its own bath with 5 ft. shower. Oversized (furnace

colors throughout and immaculate.MLS# 123073 $129,900

Two-story brick storefront contains 3,576 square feet ofcommercial space on two levels. Very well maintained.MLS# 123147 $53,900

Updated ranch offers all newcarpeting. New Hickory kitchen

and siding. Living room has woodto the patio and fenced backyard.

$81,900MLS#122235

Cute Starter Home.....2basement. Newer siding androof. Fenced backyard.

$36,500MLS#123149

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Nice family home with threebedrooms and 1-3/4 baths. Openliving room and dining room. Nicekitchen with wood cabinets. Mainlarge utility shed. Well kept.MLS#122775 $67,900

Close to Centennial Park, ranch homeoffers a 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 baths,to the deck. Full basement with 3/4bath. New 100 amp electric. Hardwood

landscaped lot.MLS#121285 $74,900

mechanicals including a whole house gen-erator and updated electric. Open living

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MLS#120694 $122,500

4 bedroom ranch offers lots of closets and storage throughout. Newerwith appliances and formal dining area. Walk-up attic. Large 26x32detached garage and large fenced backyard.

$94,900MLS#122956

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Waterfront Property - Great Fishing!Just minutes from town is this large 3 bedroom

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Call Carol 441-2981$169,500 #122750

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Watering a lawn can do more harm than good if the lawn is not watered correctly. Excessive watering is a waste of water and can cost homeowners money while harming the environment at the

same time. Water that is not absorbed by the lawn can result in runoff, which causes nitrogen in the grass, any fertilizer that was applied and chemicals in the water itself to run into gutters and eventually pollute streams, rivers and oceans. In addition, grass needs oxygen in the soil to grow properly. But when a lawn is overwatered, the oxygen between the soil particles is pushed out, depriving roots of the oxygen they need to grow in strong. This leads to shallow root systems, which make a lawn more susceptible to stress, disease and insect infestation. But overwatering can also be unsightly, as lawns that are overwatered tend to have more weeds, robbing even the greenest of lawns of its aesthetic appeal.

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DID YOU KNOW?Many flowers compete with one another

to attract butterflies, birds and bees for pollination, but at least two species

of flowering plants have enhanced their ability to attract insects in unique ways. The titan arum (Amorphophallus titanium) is native to western Sumatra, where it grows in openings in rainforests. It is the largest unbranched flower in the world and can reach up to 15 feet tall. But this alone is not what makes the titan arum so special. It is unwise to step in close to get a whiff of this enormous bloom, as the plant gives off a rancid odor reminiscent of rotting meat. It is sometimes known as the carrion plant or the corpse plant for this reason. The plant has created this scent to attract flies for pollination. The rafflesia, which is native to southeastern Asia as well, is another plant that produces a rotting aroma to attract insects. The rafflesia has no stems, leaves or true roots — it’s basically one large flower.

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1104 9th Ave, Rock Falls

$56,900 MLS#123054

2 possible 3 bedroom home with2 car detached garage from alleyaccess. Large yard, kitchen has oakcabinets. Just right for starter or rentalhome. Jerry Ratajczak

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$59,500 MLS#122140

2 bedroom brick home withoversized garage. Newer roof andwindows. Has enclosed porch, brick

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Nice 5 Bedroom Country Home

$108,000 MLS#123079

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$175,000 MLS#122725

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$99,900 MLS#120243

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$69,000 MLS#121146

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$139,900 MLS#121040

gorgeous 3 bedroom home in Sterlingfeatures an oak kitchen with hardwood

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ECCLE/LEE CENTER/SHAW ROAD - AMBOY - Lot to build your dream home on! There is gas to the property. $10,000175 RAILWAY ROAD - DIXON - 4.03 acres. Natural gas & electric available at road w/ driveway entrance.$44,000N CREEKVIEW DRIVE - AMBOY - Two large lots located in Martin - Wilson Subdivision. In flood plain.$10,0001555 SUBLETTE RD. - SUBLETTE - 11.1 acres, 30x45 building with electric, well on property & pond. Cash Rent. $189,900

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1320 Sleepy Hollow Rd.Beautiful home on 5 acres. Enjoy privacyand an abundance of space inside andout. Every room in this home featuresbeautiful exterior views. There are trailsthroughout the property that would beideal for a variety of activities. The adja-cent five acre tract is included.

Amboy

$299,000

Compton 527 Cherry StreetDarling 3 bedroom home Woodflooring throughout the home.Updates: newer oak cabinets, win-dows, flooring, roof, high efficiencyfurnace/CA unit. A 34 X 26 heatedgarage.

$62,500

606 Van Buren2 bedrooms, many updates newroof, updated bathroom, plumbing,electrical, hardwood floors,sun room.

$59,999

Dixon

16 W Wasson Rd., Lot #265Beautiful and ready to move into. This 3 bedroommobile home with 2 1/2 baths, open kitchen-dining-living room area, newer tin roof (10 mo ago), shed,front deck, skirting, stove, refrigerator and dishwasher.Must see to appreciate and subject to Park approval.Lot rent of $285 includes garage, sewer & water. SellerMotivated! Will offer to sell on contract for half downand agreeable terms.

Amboy

$39,000

Sublette 1753 Todd RoadBeautifully updated country home on 5acres. Large 3 bay, heated shop, 3 largeupstairs bedroom, walk-in closet in themaster, 5 piece master bath, 4th largebedroom downstairs with a Jack and Jillfull bath, wet bar and fireplace.

$284,900

210 E DivisionCharming Victorian. Two car garage withalley access. Built in 1866. Some originallight fixtures. Original woodwork andmany Frech doors. 5 year new furnace.Newly painted 2 years agao with 15year guarantee. 38 newer windowsincluding basement. New kitchen lastyear. Foyer with open oak staircase.

$85,000

Amboy

207 S 1st StGreat place to escape. This home is all readyto move into and is situated on 4 lots in town.Beautifully decorated, 2 bedrooms, newlyupdated with carpet, remodeled kitchen, bathand laundry area, shed, and a concrete patio torelax on. Pride of ownership shines throughout.It’s much bigger than it looks. You will be amazedonce you see inside. $48,000

HarmonNew Listing! - 604 12th StWell maintained home all ready to moveinto! Pride of ownership throughout.Features include 2 bed, 1.5 bath, frontenclosed porch, den, dining room, kitchen,1 car attached garage all located on acorner lot.

$71,000

Mendota

301 S John StVery well cared home located in a small town.Features include 2 1/2 lots, 2 1/2 car detachedgarage, back deck and enclosed porch area,laundry room, kitchen, dining room, huge livingroom, 4 bedrooms with spacious closets. Prideof ownership certainly shines throughout this wellmaintained home.

Sublette

$125,000

1480 Amboy RdSpacious home just outside of town withsurrounding evergreens and open country setting.Features include 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchenwith breakfast bar and stools, dining area thatleads to back porch and 2 car attached garage.

Amboy

$129,900322 N Jefferson Ave

Great home to start with, investment orretirement. Features include a fenced in backyard, double garage area with double doors, 2bedrooms, 1 bath, first floor laundry, shared drivewith neighbors, eat in kitchen with bar stools,living room and family room.

Amboy

$69,900

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511 S Ottawa AvenueGreat place to start! Features include 1bedroom, bath, living room, lower basementlevel kitchen, furnace is only 4 years old,laundry room and storage room. Carportand fenced in back yard. Many updatessince owner purchased home.

$42,000

Dixon

322 Flagg StreetTwo story home located on a largelot in town. Features include 1 cardetached garage, enclosed deck-porch, 3-4 bedrooms, 2 baths, largekitchen area with dining room, largeliving room and fireplace. Newerfurnace and central air, wiring andplumbing.

Paw Paw

$139,900

1901 E. 4th StreetThis use to be Steve’s Auto Sales & QuickLube. High traffic area for your business.3 overhead doors, storage shed, 1500gal oil storage tank, alarm system, fence,bathroom, office area, lower area forworking on cars.

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$195,000

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$185,000#123170

STRETCH OUT HERE!!This well maintained and clean family-sized home features 5 bedrooms and3.5 baths. Spacious rooms throughout. Master bedroom suites on both levels.Main floor laundry. Beautiful treed lot on 3 acres with 24x36 metal building/barnand fenced pasture which is zoned Ag. This property is special!

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WAITING FOR YOUPerfect throughout this 3 bedroom, 2 bathproperty. Large living room with diningarea. Kitchen filled cabinetry, separatelaundry area. Private deck & garden shed.Approximately 1600 square feet of livingarea. Call Louise 815-632-8942

#122812 $57,700

#122570 $63,000

STATELY BRICK HOMEThis 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick homefeatures spacious rooms and mainfloor laundry facilities. Beautifulstained-glass window. Garage, cornerlot across from the park. This home isvery clean and move in ready.

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$53,000#123154

NORTHEAST STERLING RANCHThis 3 bedroom home is close to school and features a new kitchen with oak cabinetryand a main floor laundry room. Other amenities include a covered porch, deck and shed.Replacement widows throughout.

Call Linda Today!

#120420 $40,900

COZY AND CUTEMove-in ready. Enclosed front glassed porchopens to living room, dining area. 2 bedroomwith redone bath. Newer mechanicals, car-peting and roof. Corner lot. Walk to river.Call Louise 815-632-8942

#122682 $57,000

EDGE OF TOWN RANCHSharp-well cared for 1 owner ranch. Enclosedfront porch, 3 season room-plus patio &screened porch. Pleasant living room, kitchenarea to open family room- office. Attached1.5 car/workshop, fenced yard & additionaltreed 1/4 acre & garden shed.

Call Louise 815-632-8942

#121912 $40,000

LOTS OF POSSIBILITIESThis building features nice office space.A great shop area. It includes 2 overheaddoors 9x9 and 12x12. Located inMilledgeville.Call Melissa or Jim for more information

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Over 2.5 acres of land and 2 buildings forsale in a high traffic count location.

Call Melissa Ellefsen or Jim King Jr. formore information.

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#123127 $600,000

MAKE AN OFFER!This cute 2 bedroom home is freshlypainted with laminate flooring in the livingroom and kitchen. New carpet in upstairsbedroom. Great lenclosed porch andlarge deck. Call for a showing today!

Call Jim or Melissa for more information!Visual tour @ www.MissyandJim.com

#120568 $22,900

MissyandJim.comMelissa Ellefsen

309-912-2820Jim King Jr.309-716-6755

BRICK RANCH!Spacious 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath ranchhome with attached garage. Has skylights,hardwood flooring, master bedroom andbath, den with marble floor, 2 fireplaces, fullpartially finished basement, fenced yard and 3car detached garage. Great location! Call Davefor more information 815-499-6711.

#122783 $149,900

COMMERCIAL REDUCED!Spacious 7,700 sq. ft. metal storage buildinghas new price. 16’ ceiling, alley access, 14’garage doors, office and .5 bath. Variety ofuses. Great location. For more informationCall Dave 815-499-6711.

#121682

NEED A PROJECT?Roomy ranch style home with large bed-rooms, main floor laundry and attachedgarage. Has large yard, deck and shed.Needs work. Great price!

Call Dave 815-499-6711.

#121903 $45,900

: Saturday June14th, 12:00 to 1:00, MLS: 121299,$124,900, 3703 Freeport Rd, Sterling,3BR/1.5BA, Ranch

: Saturday June14th, 12:00 to 1:00, MLS: 123072,$119,900, 3801 Freeport Rd, Sterling,3BR/1.75BA, Ranch

: Saturday June14th, 12:00 to 1:00, MLS: 122936,$119,900, 19202 Freeport Rd, Sterling,4BR/2BA, 2 Story

: Saturday June14th, 1:30 to 2:30, MLS: 122980,$269,900, 1296 Sinnissippi Park Road,Sterling, 2BR/2.5BA, 2 Story

: Saturday June14th, 1:30 to 2:30, MLS: 123074,$114,900, 412 W. 12th St, Sterling,3BR/2BA, 1.5 Story

: MLS: 122019,$78,500, 709 E. 3rd St, Dixon, 2BR/1BA,Ranch

: MLS: 123130,$81,900, 2101 E. 7th St, Sterling,3BR/1BA, Ranch

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: MLS: 123134,$239,900, 1212 Locust St, Sterling,3BR/3.25BA, 1.5 Story

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#122560 $54,150

DIAMOND IN THE ROUGHTake another look at this 1.5 story home in Coleta. It has the bonesyou need to create a great starter or income property. Roomykitchen with newer cabinets, large master bedroom, enclosedporch, first floor laundry. Just over 1,000 square feet, it sits on amain street and close to park. As-is condition,but updated and clean on the inside.

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21 S. MADISON AVE.,MILLEDGEVILLE

3 bedroom, 1.75 bath home offering thefollowing updates: roof, windows andwater heater. High efficiency furnace andcentral air. Family room, spacious livingroom and 3 car attached garage.

#122740 $79,990

28220 WOODSIDE DR., ROCK FALLSThis 3 bedroom home is situated on ahuge corner lot. Fireplace, family roomand two 2 car garages.LOCATED IN A COUNTRY SUBDIVISION.

EDGE OF TOWN RANCHVery nice 3 bedroom home with mostlynew flooring, replacement windows, 2 cargarage and fenced yard.

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#123119 $57,900

2 FOR THE PRICE OF 1!2 bedroom home with replacementwindows and full basement. There isalso a small house that rents for $400per month.

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ABUNDANCE OF NATUREOne of a kind property with ranch homeand walk out lower level. Gorgeous viewof the lake and pond with 7 acres. Fishfor bass, bluegill and catfish. 2 pole barnsto store canoe, paddle boat and all thetoys. It’s your own private resort! CallChris today or visit the visual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com/122907

#122907 $325,000

STANDIN’ ON THE CORNERIn Colonial Acres Subdivision, a 3 bedroombrick and cedar 3,400 square foot 1.5 storyhome. Set amidst flowering shrubs and largeshade trees. Welcomed by a dramatic 2 storyfoyer with open staircase. Master suite on mainlevel. Chef’s delight kitchen. 2+ car garage andso much more!Call Chris 815-625-2241 or visit the visual tour @

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INVESTORThis property is a great location for small busi-ness or office. Nice curb appeal and plenty ofparking. This inside has been remodeled. Itis currently set up for investment property/duplex. Call Patti today or visit the visual tour @www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

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Beautiful ranch home in Indian RidgeSubdivision with 4 bedrooms and 2.75baths. Open living/kitchen area with vaultedceiling. Woodburning fireplace and frenchdoors to large deck. Walk-out basementwith 4th bedroom, family room and 3/4bath. 2.5 insulated car garage and partiallyfenced backyard. Call Chris today or visit thevisual tour @ www.FatherDaughtersTeam.com

RIVER FRONT HOMEBoating, fishing, river fun! Unbelievablespace in split foyer home on the RockRiver. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Main floorfamily room with beautiful view. Lowerlevel family/media room. Large deck andgorgeous perennials. See it today!Call Patti today or visit the visual tour @ www.

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BRING THE FAMILYLarge 4 bedroom home in excellentcondition. Includes a master suite, extrarooms downstairs, in ground pool, manyupdates, large yard and great location.Ready for a new family.Call Keith for a showing!

#119920 $199,999

SOLID AND STURDYVery well built 1.5 story home with 2,200square feet of living space that includes4 bedrooms, a full basement, 3 car garageand much more. This home needs a newfamily. Lower price!!

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#122042 $84,900

LAND FOR SALE27.5 acres of land in Rock Falls that hasdevelopment potential, road frontage androad access. Currently rented and is allcropland.

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#100124 $331,000

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