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Community Effortless Real Estate Transfer: Madison County’s TODI Way For homeowners and residents of Madison County, IL, as your local neighborhood real estate agent, I’m about to unveil a secret weapon that every homeowner should wield: the power of TODI (Transfer on Death Instrument) designation. In this tailored article exclusively for Madison County homeowners, prepare to discover why this powerful tool is indispensable in […]
Buying a Home Living in the Village of Glen Carbon, IL 62034 Living In the Village of Glen Carbon Living in the Village of Glen Carbon is a charming and family-friendly community. The Village is located 19 miles northeast of St. Louis, Missouri, within Madison County, IL. The village borders the bigger town of Edwardsville and offers residents a variety of housing styles, subdivisions, and housing prices.  […]
Community Strawberry Festivals | Metro East IL Who doesn’t love a sweet juicy strawberry? Strawberries are one of the first fruits to ripen in the spring and early summer months. Here in the St. Louis Metro East IL area, our local farms are harvesting these delicious beauties in May and June. This peak season only last about three weeks, so be sure […]
Community Festivals, Parades, and Special Events | Granite City, Illinois Celebrate Granite City, Illinois A Guide to 62040 Festivals, Parades, and Events   Get ready to have some fun in Granite City, Illinois! This city is bursting with energy and boasts a rich history and an active community. From lively celebrations to festive parades and everything in between, there’s always something happening in this vibrant […]
Community “Granite City Eats” – Showcasing the yummiest local spots in Granite City, IL Hey there, my foodie friend! Welcome to Granite City Eats, where we’re all about finding the yummiest local spots in Granite City, IL. Whether you’re a local looking to branch out and try something new or passing through, I’ve got you covered. From pizza to sushi, farm-to-table, I’ve got something for everyone. The chefs and […]
Buying a Home Granite City IL Real Estate Market Report-2019 Enjoy the real estate market report for the Granite City, IL area. Browse previous years’ home prices to current home values by the property by type and more. 2019 Granite City Home Prices Previous Years Granite City Real Estate Market 2019 Granite City Home Prices Previous Years 2016: $69,000 2017: $70,000 2018: $72,500 2019: $80,000 […]
Buying a Home 8 Most Affordable Areas in Metro East IL To Purchase a House Homebuyers, Don’t Give Up! Here Are the 8 Most Affordable Areas in Metro East IL To Purchase a House Right Now Looks like the mortgage rate squeeze of 2022-2023 is causing quite a stir in the housing market. It’s like a game of ‘real estate hot potato’ – no one wants to be stuck with […]
Community Metro East IL Local Wedding Venues LOCAL WEDDING VENUES You really can have your ideal wedding on almost any budget if you iron out what exactly is important to you and focus on those few things. It may be a lot of work, but it is possible to plan your own dream wedding! The most important thing to keep in mind […]
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Community Things To Do Around Edwardsville, IL 62025 Known as the County Seat of Madison County – Edwardsville, Illinois, it is located within the Metro East/Greater St. Louis area. We are located just 20-25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, MO, which heightens the experience of living in Edwardsville. So, when we want to slow down a bit from the fast-paced life the Gateway […]
Community Affordable St Louis Suburbs east of the Mississippi Just a rivers width away from the Gateway to the West, these affordable St. Louis suburbs east of the Mississippi won’t break the bank. “Why in the heck would anyone want to be moving to the Metro East? “ Well… We enjoy our four distinct seasons here in the Metro East; Spring is typically our […]
Community Edison Ave. Art Lofts | Granite City IL A Lofty Idea Edison Ave. Art Lofts 2001 Edison Ave., Granite City, IL 62040 The nearly 96-year-old historic Granite City YMCA will be polished up and transformed into loft apartments with an artsy flair. After a 4 year meeting of the minds, a vision, and a game plan, Rise Community Development (A non-profit organization that […]
Community Where To Find Your Fresh-Cut Christmas Tree | Metro East IL There are plenty of places to get a fresh-cut Christmas Tree in The Metro East Area. While I may not have listed them all, there is a great selection of Christmas Tree Sales Locations.   Where to Buy A Fresh-Cut Christmas Tree   Alton Tangled Tinsel Christmas Tree Farm The Farms’ season is Thanksgiving Day […]
Community Local Government Offices Serving Granite City, Mitchell, and Pontoon Beach County Government Offices This page provides a list of offices, departments, contact information, and services provided by Madison County and Local Government Offices for Granite City zip code 62040. Madison County Court House Madison County is part of the Metro East in southern IL. It is the eighth-most populous county in Illinois and the most […]
Community Things To Do In Granite City When people think of Granite City, they most likely think of a steel town, and rightfully so. But there is so much more going on in this traditionally rich community. From Bald Eagle viewing to the 2nd largest fireworks display in the St. Louis area, there are a variety of friendly attractions in the Granite […]
Community Utilities List Serving Granite City Zip Code 62040 Plan ahead to have utilities start the day you move in. There are several things on your mind as you’re preparing to move.  Utilities are one of the most important things to set up ahead of time. You’ll need utilities working from the first day you take over the home. Usually, calling ahead two weeks […]
Community About Granite City IL 62040 Zip Code 62040 Zip Code Communities: Granite City, Mitchell, and the Village of Pontoon Beach About Granite City Granite City and Surrounding Community Subdivisions Granite City and Surrounding Community Pools, Parks, and Trails Things To Do in the 62040 Granite City Zip Code 62040 Area Hotels  About Granite City Granite City is the 2nd largest city in […]
Buying a Home When to Buy, Sell, Hold or Invest in Real Estate?  The Future of Metro East IL Housing Market 2022 With all the housing predictions going on right now, how does one plan for their future? Do you Buy, Sell, Hold, or Invest in the St. Louis Metro East Illinois housing market? With life starting to get back to normal after the pandemic, I believe five […]
Community Things To Do Near Edwardsville & the St. Louis Metro East Suburbs No matter your personal preferences, the St. Louis Metro East has plenty to offer. From beautiful scenery to rich historical heritage, there are plenty of fun activities and always something happening for families to enjoy. Things to do while visiting the Metro East do differ among visitors. Below is a sample outline of things you […]