ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT

SATURDAY, March 27

10:30 a.m.

Please join us at the Centennial Pavilion at City Park for a fun-filled morning where you can meet the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs & more! Prizes & fun for everyone!

It was a record breaking year for us and we want to give our sincerest thanks to all of our friends, family, buyers, and sellers who helped us achieve this.  2010 is only going to be better!

THANK YOU!

Linda, Lindsey, Naureen, Angi, Sam & Whitney

*statistical data provided through the Southwestern Illinois Multiple Listing Service.

‘Twas the month before Christmas, when all through the house

No one had room, even the mouse.

The stockings were hung by the stairwell with care

Because mom’s dream fireplace was simply not there.

The children were nestled all snug in their beds

While visions of a larger yard danced in their heads.

And mamma in her kerchief and I in my cap

Had just settled down for a restless cat nap

When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter

I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter

Away to the window I flew like a flash

And bumped into furniture with a huge CRASH!

The street light glared off the new-fallen snow

And gave the luster of neon to the objects below

When what to my wondering eyes should appear,

But a free moving truck...I knew a smooth move was near.

An energetic sales team, so lively and quick

I knew in a moment it was Linda Frierdich

With loads of experience her team members came.

And she whistled and shouted and called them by name

Now Whitney and Angi, Naureen, Lindsey and Sam!

“Let’s make this sale another easy grand slam!”

To the top of the porch! To the top of the wall!

Now paint it, now clean it, now start packing it all!

My house will sell quick as a wink

Soon my wife will have her new kitchen sink!

My kiddos can sleep at easy rest

Knowing that Daddy hired the best!

With tax credits, low interest, and good buys around

Our purchase will be simple

And more space will abound!

The details will be covered and Linda will handle it all.

My wife and I can relax and we’ll all have a ball!

This Holiday Season my family made a great move

And using Linda sure made it smooth!

Pictured Above are Lindsey, Naureen, Angi, and Sam participating in the Columbia Holiday Lighted Parade.  Our theme was Christmas at the beach and we through out beach balls to the welcoming crowds!

Once the sign up deadline has passed, a ballot will be created and placed on our website and available in person at our office.  Votes will be accepted Dec. 7th through Dec 13th.  Winners will be announced on December 13th at 7:00 pm at our Customer Appreciation Party held here at our office. 

If you sign up, we will be happy to provide you with extra ballots to get all of your friends and neighbors to vote for you.  Call today to particpate!

Here at The Linda Frierdich Real Estate Group, we are constantly trying to find ways to better our team in this ever changing Real Estate market.  We are super excited to add this great resource to our team's resume.  Call us at 618.444.4255 so we can help you get started on your Real Estate adventure today! 

Just wanted to keep you updated on the extension of the Homebuyer Tax Credit.  It has passed at both the Senate and House (just passed this afternoon) levels and is awaiting President Obama's approval.  The extension actually brings about even more opportunity for buyers!

Here's a quick summary of the most important additions/changes that have been approved by Congress thus far:

*       Tax credit extended for eligible buyers who sign sales contracts by the end of April and close by the end of June.
*       Tax credit of up to $6,500 for buyers who have owned their current homes for at least 5 years.  (this is HUGE!!)
*       Income levels have also been proposed for increase. The new proposal is set to include individuals with incomes up to $125,000 and couples up to $250,000; this is an increase from current tax credit provisions of $75,000 for individuals and $150,000 for couples.

Give me a call or send me an email and I'll fill you in with the information I have been provided.  Please call us at 618.719.3134 or via email at lincen21@gmail.com so that we can get started looking for your new home and some free money!!  :-)

Stay healthy!

305 Hoener, Waterloo

221 North Market, Waterloo

500 North Market, Waterloo

412 Wedgewood, Waterloo

400 Covington, Waterloo

622 Morrison, Waterloo

This Event is Sunday, October 18th betwen 1 and 3 pm at all of the participating listings!  Look for arrow signs around Waterloo.  Winners will be announced next week. 

It's Playoff Time and all of us on The Linda Frierdich Real Estate Group are extremely excited!  The St Louis Cardinals are the best team in Major League Baseball (we may be a bit bias ;)  Below is the schedule for our series again the Dodger's.    GO CARDS!

Game 1 October 7th, 8:30 pm on TBS

Game 2 October 8th, 5:00pm on TBS

Game 3 October 10th, 5:00pm on TBS

Game 4 October 11th, TBD

Game 5 October 13th, TBD

ROOT ROOT ROOT FOR THE HOME TEAM!

Check out the pictures below of this 3 bedroom/3 bath home that has some much personality and character!!  With a 2 car garage, phenomenal landscaping, oversized master bedroom - it's priced to sell at $199,900!

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a private showing, please don't hesitate to call me at 618-550-9060 or email me at metroeast@charter.net.

"Fall" in love with this adorable home!

Hope to see you Sunday!!!

Angi Laskowski, REALTOR, ABR, GRI
The Linda Frierdich Real Estate Group  
Century 21 Advantage - Columbia

Now when you buy or sell with The Linda Frierdich Real Estate Group, you can use our new moving truck for FREE!  This truck will also be available to non-profit and community organizations.  Call our team to learn more!

Fall Fun Around Columbia!

Columbia has always been a community that pride itself with providing citizens and   visitors alike exciting events throughout the year.  This Autumn season is shaping up to be no different for Columbia and the surrounding areas.  Below is a list of highlights of upcoming events:

Movies at Metter

Where?  Metter Park

When? Sept 25th

Come enjoy a free drive-in movie    experience. Films start at dusk!

Where? Main Street Columbia

When? Oct 3rd, 10am to 4pm

A new event to Columbia, this art walk  is sure to be a huge success!

Festifall & Heritage Celebration

Where? Metter Park

When? Oct 4th, 1pm to 6pm

Live music, local vendors, good times.

Halloween Hi-jinks

Where? All Around Town

When? Oct 31st 10am to 2pm

Trick-or-Treat at local businesses and then meet at the Catholic Church parking lot at 12:30 for a grand     Halloween parade to Metter Park.

Scare Square & Pumpkin Glow

Where? City Hall Front Lawn Fountain

When? October 31st Dusk to 8:30pm

Halloween safety check & carved pumpkin contest.  A must for kids

Click on the link below to view more adorable shots!

http://www.visualtour.com/show.asp?t=1985323

We hope to see you there!

Pictured above from left to right are Sam, Whitney, Linda, Angi and Naureen, all getting ready to throw out more coolie cups and beads than you can imagine!

Realtor Magazine says "Our Class of 2009 is focused, energetic, and upbeat. Its members are driven by youthful optimism, no doubt. But they’re also embracing innovation and seeking out knowledge when they don’t know the answer. If there’s one thing this year’s honorees share, it’s an ability to adapt quickly to the fast-changing real estate environment without losing an ounce of passion for what they do. In any generation, that’s a true gift."

Lindsey, 26, says "You have to change with the market, and you have to figure out what consumers want and need now." Bivins works mainly on the administrative side, coordinating closings and listings for the Linda Frierdich Real Estate Group, which closed $32 million in sales on 159 sides, ranking the Group number 1 in the Realtor Association of Southwestern Illinois in 2008.  She is also the Managing Broker for Century 21 Advantage in Columbia (ranked the #1 firm in Monroe County-RASI 2008) and Smithton. 

Congratulations!