Davenport Iowa Real Estate

Great 4 Bedroom, 5 Bath Two Story Georgian Colonial with Side-Load 3 Car Garage! 

The Best Curb Appeal in all of Davenport, Iowa Real Estate!

Wonderful Wide Open White Kitchen!

The Formal Living Room is ready to Welcome your Guests!

The Formal Dining Room is ready to feed them!

The Fabulous Family Room with Fireplace is Flanked by Beautiful Bookcases!

The Grand Entry Staircase leads you to the bedrooms!

The Massive Master Bedroom Suite has Vaulted Ceilings.......

.........a Luxurious Bathroom.......

......with Wonderful Whirlpool Tub.......

......Double Vanities, Walk-In Shower, and Walk-In Closet!

There's even 650 Square Feet Finished in the Lower Level!

The total Square Footage Finished in this house is over 3,600!!!

And it's all Value-Priced at just $350,000!!!

Many more extras, call me on my cell to set your appointment today!

LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR^®

Lucky Lang, Realtor ^®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720    Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 2213

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	Quad Cities Favorite Realtor Lucky Lang September 2008 Call Lucky for all of your Davenport, IA & Quad City Area Real Estate needs at (563) 676-9031 Copyright © 2008 Realty Times All Rights Reserved. What the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 Means for You   Good news has made its way into the real estate arena this summer -- in the form of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. What does this Act mean for you?       It means a lot if you are in the market to be a first time homebuyer -- up to a $7,500 tax credit if you purchase before July 1, 2009. And there's more good news. First time homebuyers is defined as, "a buyer who has not owned a principal residence during the three-year period prior to the purchase."       This means for all those markets that have started to stabilize, now could be a Mortgage Rates U.S. averages as of August 28, 2008: 30 yr. fixed:   6.40% 15 yr. fixed:   5.93% 1 yr. adj:        5.33% 30 yr. jumbo:  6.98% View current rates great time to buy.       Let's take a closer look at just what this new incentive entails.       In order to receive the tax credit you must have purchased your home -- single-family detached, townhouses and CONTINUED >>> Wondering What Your Home Is Worth? Let me show you. Moving Away From Heavy Gasoline Use      You may have to move to get away from the high cost of gasoline.       Well, you really can't get away from the high cost but a move could help you use less gas.       That is, if you move to a transit oriented development (TOD).       If your next home is in a TOD community, your housing choice could help defray the cost of gasoline by lowering demand and dependency on its use while easing the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels and sprawl.       With a gallon of gasoline around the $3.75 mark -- up more than a buck from a year ago nationwide -- a group of organizations say housing affordability isn't only a measure of what portion of your income you shell out for the mortgage and related costs, but also the cost of transportation to and from work, school, worship, shopping, medical care and the host of other destinations you regularly visit.       Simply put, the nearer you live to those destinations or the more CONTINUED >>> New Fed Rules To Prevent Future Runs on Bad Loans      Paramount in new federal regulations approved to foster more responsible mortgage lending, are the implications for consumers shopping for a home loan.       The Federal Reserve Board's new rule amends the "Truth In Lending Act," Regulation Z under the "Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act (HOEPA)".       HOEPA was originally passed in 1994 to target abusive practices in home equity lending. The Fed's new move extends protections to home purchase loans.       Critics complain the rule is long over due because unfair, abusive and deceptive home mortgage lending practices get much of the blame for the current housing crisis that has already put millions of properties in foreclosure and former owners on the street.       Also, most lenders long ago curtailed many of the practices now forbidden by the new regulations, critics say. The horse is already out of the barn, so to speak, and the new regulations will do little to corral the market's downward stampede.       However, the new rules should help prevent future runs on bad loans by helping remove them from the market. Perhaps more important, key provisions in the new rules will give consumers cause to pause before shopping for a CONTINUED >>> Read My Blog!!! You can find many great Davenport real estate agents and loan officers on ActiveRain.com Lucky Lang is a proud member of the ActiveRain Real Estate Network, a free online community to help real estate professionals grow their business. How To Find A Solar System Contractor      With city, state and federal initiatives shouting 'solar!' from the rooftops, finding competent solar equipment installers is paramount.       Solar and other renewable energy rebates and initiatives from the federal government down to city jurisdictions are prompting more contractors to hang a "solar installer" shingle, take to rooftops and cash in on the demand.       It's relatively simple to install and maintain a $30,000 flush-mounted, rooftop, 320-square-foot, PV array efficiently generating 3 kilowatts -- enough power to meet the needs of a 2,500 square foot home.       Simple that is, provided the PV panel installer is experienced in the task at CONTINUED >>> Local Market Conditions Daily News and Advice Read about the events shaping the Real Estate market today, find current interest rates, or browse the extensive library of advice and how-to articles written by some of the top experts in Real Estate. Updated each weekday. More Articles August Round Up: Open The Doors And Buyers Shall Come - But Prepare First! Investor Report: Hidden Tax Pitfall Don't Overlook The Garage When Getting Your Home Ready To Sell Lucky Lang E-mail: llang@melfosterco.com Web: http://www.LuckyLang.com (563) 676-9031 Mel Foster Company (563) 823-2213 3211 E 35th St. Ct. Davenport, IA 52807 Equal Housing Opportunity

We are turning the corner!  This is a great time to buy a home!

For more information on what this recent market information from the Quad Cities means to you please call:

LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR^®

Lucky Lang, Realtor ^®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720    Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 2213

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It's Official!  Bettendorf, Iowa is number 10 according to Money Magazine's recent search for

25 Best Places for Affordable Homes in America!

Bettendorf, Iowa is a "Bedroom Community" nestled in the Midwest along the Mighty Mississippi River!

  The article claims that the Median Home Price in 2007 was $156,000.

That Median Price is below this Beauty in Bettendorf but pretty accurate according to the MLS.

The article also states that the Median Family Income is $80,478 which really adds to the affordability equation.

When you're ready to Step Up to Bettendorf, Iowa, just give me a call!

LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR^®

Lucky Lang, Realtor ^®           Real Estate Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720   Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 2213

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This is a great time to buy a home! Low Prices & Low Interest Rates!

For more information on Sensational Properties like this and other Homes for sale in Iowa and the Quad Cities please call:

LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR^®

Lucky Lang, SRES®

Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA 52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031 Office: (563) 823-2213 Fax: (563) 459-6720 Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 2213

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Don't let this great Real Estate buying opportunity pass you by!!!

This 2 Bedroom Split Foyer has 1352 Square Feet Finished and is only $105,000!!! 

 The Aluminum Siding, Newer Oak Kitchen Cabinets, Skylite, and Bow Window are just a few Bonuses!

 The Darling Deck off the Sliders create more Liveable Area to Relax!

 The Big Back Yard is well Landscaped!

And HollyHock Park is located right across the street!

For more information about this property and other LeClaire, Iowa Real Estate contact:

LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR^®

Lucky Lang, Realtor ^®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720   Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 2213

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 This 4 Bedroom Ranch home boasts 1388 Square Feet Finished for only $105,000!

 The Cedar Shakes Exterior maintains well!

The Kitchen has lots of cabinets and an Island!

The Large Living Room features a New Picture Window!

The Master Bedroom has a Ceiling Fan with Light!

The Rec Room in the Basement is L-Shaped with Lots of Room!

There is also a 4th Bedroom with Egress Window off Rec Room!

The Lot is 60' x 140' with Lots of Room to build a Garage!

For more information about this property and other LeClaire, Iowa Real Estate contact:

LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR^®

Lucky Lang, Realtor ^®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720   Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 2213

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Just like most things in life, your Plumbing needs a little attention every now and then in order to stay in good working condition.  For this article, we shall focus on the Waste Plumbing.  The majority of Waste Plumbing is Cast Iron.  Some people may have Copper, some may have Lead, some may have Chrome, and if your property is newer you most likely have PVC.  You may have several different of these materials inside your home but where the Waste Plumbing starts exiting your house, the material can change.  Again, the majority of Sewer Lines are made of Cast Iron.  If your property is very old, it may likely have Clay Tile.  Many of the newer properties actually have PVC in the ground as well.  If you are unfortunate, your Sewer Line is made up of a volatile material called Orangeburg Tile that was installed in some homes that were built between 1948 and 1963. 

Regardless of what material your Waste Plumbing is comprised of, it needs some care.

•1.     Make sure that none of your traps go dry.  If the water evaporates out of your trap, sewer gases may enter your home which will be unpleasant at best.  Simply pour water down each and every drain in your home (don't forget the floor drains).  A large glass of water should do the trick for most traps.

•2.     For better drain line maintenance, pour gallons of very hot water down each drain to help "flush out" sludge and debris that may be starting to accumulate.

•3.     If you are starting to have slow moving drains or they are completely stopped up, try accessing your trap to clean it out manually.  Most drain cleaning chemicals are corrosive and depending on the material of your plumbing can cause long term damage.  Please read the directions carefully before using them.  If you have any doubt, call your Professional Plumber to clean them.

•4.     If you have central air conditioning, you probably have a condensation line that is running to your floor drain.  Floor drains usually get more dirt/dust going into them than other drains.  That dirt/dust coupled with the sludge that is discharging from your condensation line will create a concoction that is guaranteed to start plugging your drain if left unattended.  If you can remove your drain cover (some are held in place with two screws around the perimeter), remove it to gain better access to the drain itself.  Start by pouring hot water in the drain.  Then try scrubbing and flushing the drain and surrounding area.  Take an old toothbrush and scrub all that you can reach (without dropping it down your drain). 

Some drains will have a Float Ball in them which is designed to stop backups.  You may clean it by using your toothbrush and scrubbing in an up and down motion.  This is important because if the ball gets "crusted" in place, your drain will not drain and the condensation line from your air conditioning will fill up your basement with water!  This can happen in as little as a year if not kept clean.  When the builder washes down the basement floor before you move in, a lot of that dirt remains in the drain and on that ball float.  Checking it's cleanliness and free movement will save you a big headache!

If you have any difficulties clearing your drains, please call your Professional Plumber.  With a little bit of Home Maintenance, hopefully that phone call won't be necessary.

Remember, CLEAN DRAINS.......NO PAINS!!!

For all of your Real Estate needs, call Lucky Lang at (563) 676-9031.