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Market insights, home buying tips, community guides, and real estate news from the O’Neil Property Group team.
481 W 5th Street Sandwich IL | 2-Bed Move-In Ready Home
481 W 5th Street is a move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in Sandwich IL with updated kitchen, LVP flooring, and 1-car garage near fairgrounds.
404 N River Street Batavia IL — 4-Bed Home Near Downtown
4-bedroom, 2-bath home on corner lot two blocks from downtown Batavia. Flexible floor plan, paver patio, spiral staircase. Sold as-is.
Earnest Money in Illinois: A Yorkville, IL Guide
Earnest money in Illinois typically runs 1% to 3% of the price, held in escrow until closing. Here’s who holds it and what happens if a Yorkville deal falls through.
SSA Taxes on New Construction Homes in Yorkville and Montgomery, IL
New construction in Yorkville and Montgomery can carry a Special Service Area tax beyond your regular bill. Here’s how SSAs work and what to verify first.
Illinois Attorney Review Period: A Yorkville, IL Guide
Illinois attorney review gives you 5 business days after acceptance to renegotiate terms, not price. Here’s what Yorkville buyers and sellers need to know.
How Much Is Real Estate Transfer Tax in Yorkville and Oswego, IL?
Transfer tax in Chicago’s Western Suburbs: Yorkville and Montgomery charge no municipal tax, and Oswego charges buyers $3 per $1,000. Re-verified Oct 2026.
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