REALTORS Banding Together to Help One of Their Own

Real estate is considered a notoriously cut throat business to be in. Agents stealing other agent's clients, agents trying to sell their own listings and not cooperating with others on the MLS and the list goes on.

But right now, many real estate agents are joining together to help a fellow REALTOR, Carolyn Capalbo, who has lost her good name on Google and other search engines due to a political sex scandal. You might remember the story of the past New York Governor, Eliot Spitzer and his participation with a prostitution ring.

One of his favorite "gals" has a mother with the same name as Carolyn's. So now when you search for Carolyn Capalbo, the REALTOR, you see links to the scandal and even worse, bikini clad photos of the daughter involved in the former governor's downfall.

You might think that most people would realize it's not the same person, but people that know Carolyn somewhat have asked her if that is her daughter (the last names are different). So if acquaintances aren't sure, imagine how new real estate prospects might feel when they search her name and find this sleazy stuff.

Because of this, for those agents that care, many are providing links to help Carolyn regain her rightful search engine position so those unsavory stories get pushed out of the way and are no longer competing for her good graces with fellow agents (that might be thinking of sending her a referral) or future clients. It just proves that in a competitive business such as real estate, there are good agents that care enough to help one of their own.

New Listings and Updates

The following listings have either had a recent price change or is a new featured listing:

14299 S. Wolf Rd., Orland Park - If you have a small business looking for a new lease, check out the Orland Park landmark schoolhouse that has available space on the entire main level and part of the basement. Rent is $1,800/mo. and includes utilities. Call Susan O'Halloran at 708-567-0601 if you're interested in leasing this unique property.

7340 W. 73rd St., Bridgeview - Price reduced on this raised ranch with a basement on a 60'x300' lot! Check out the property website for the current reduced price, multiple photos and more!

9418 S. 54th Ct., Oak Lawn home - Priced reduced! This 4 bedroom, 2 bath house offers a family room and has some very charming features and updates.

14030 Charleston, Orland Park home - New listing! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath split level has beautiful curb appeal. Click the address link for the full scoop and multiple photos.

Orland Park Facebook Fan Page Offers More Data

If you have an interest in Orland Park (listed as one of the best places to live in according to Money Magazine), please become a fan of the Orland Park Living Fan Page on Facebook. It is kept updated with new posts and links, offers a link to do an MLS search and now has a page that provides an Orland Park Market Snapshot, a constantly updated list of active real estate listings in Orland Park and more! The link above will take you to the new page. Please press the "Like" button so you can become a fan.

Orland Park Condos Under $100,000

Right now, you can find five Orland Park condos under $100,000. The lowest priced condo is listed at $94,899 and has 1 bedroom and 1 bath. It is located on the 1st floor and features flexicore construction. The monthly maintenance includes everything but electricity.

There are also two 2-bedroom units available priced under $100,000. The average price for Orland Park condos and townhomes in 2009 was $194,820, so these are truly an affordable way to live in popular Orland Park.

If you're interested in condos in Orland Park or any other area, search the Orland Park MLS.

Orland Park Homes Under $200,000

With the average price range of Orland Park homes in the $400,000's, it's unbelievable to see Orland Park homes available priced under $200,000. But in today's buyer's market, there are currently 20 single family homes available priced under $200,000!

You can now find a 4 bedroom, 2 bath raised ranch/mid-level style home in Orland Park priced at $164,900. It is a foreclosure that needs work and is being sold in "as-is" condition, which is to be expected in this price range for a home with these amenities.

Many first-time buyers didn't feel they could afford to purchase their first home in Orland Park, but with today's falling prices it can be done. Of course, some of the foreclosures that need work need cash buyers or won't get approved for anything but a rehab loan.

If you're looking for a home in Orland Park feel free to search on the Orland Park MLS.

Join the Orland Park Living Facebook Fan Page

If you're a member of Facebook and have an interest in the popular village of Orland Park, please check out the new Fan Page for everything related to Orland Park Living. I'd love for it to become interactive with members posting photos, news, reviews, questions and updates.

If you have a business in Orland Park you can certainly post it on the Orland Park Living fan page. There is a link with information on Orland Park and another tab that allows you to search the Orland Park MLS.

Please visit it now and with new Facebook changes, instead of becoming a fan you just click the "Like" button.

Featured Southwest Suburban Listings

Following are current real estate listings for sale in Bridgeview, Chicago's Morgan Park area, Oak Lawn, Orland Park and Tinley Park. They are listed by price:

7340 W. 73rd St., Bridgeview - $175,000 - Cute raised ranch home with basement with many updates including windows, siding, 2 1/2 car garage and furnace & a/c - located on a huge 60x300' lot.

16332 Oxford Dr., Tinley Park - $185,000 - Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath Tinley Park townhouse with a family room and 2 car garage. This offers 2-story living and entertaining with a deck and a patio.

11910 Windemere Ct., Orland Park - $197,000 - beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath Orland Park condo was built in 2003. Located on the 3rd floor in a very well maintained building with 1 car garage parking and extra storage.

10725 S. Artesian Ave., Chicago (Morgan Park - West Beverly) - $220,000 - Very charming brick Georgian with a gorgeous and unique fireplace and two original stained glass windows. Basement, garage and fenced backyard with professional landscaping.

9418 S. 54th Ct., Oak Lawn - $229,900 - 4 bedrooms, 2 newly updated baths, huge kitchen plus a walk-in wood pantry with a sink & window, family room, 2-level garage with a privacy fenced backyard and huge deck. New & newer windows on this super charming Oak Lawn home.

12013 Winchester Rd., Orland Park - $250,000 - Lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath split level with a spacious family room and attached 2 1/2 car garage. Big wrap-around deck with pool for great entertaining space.

11556 Lakeshore Dr., Orland Park - $314,900 - This beautiful Orland Park townhouse was originally a model and features 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms, gorgeous fireplace, finished walk-out basement, 2 car garage and a water view.

Each above property link will take you to an entire website created for each specific listing. It will show multiple photos, a description, a virtual tour, find out the Walk Score, school info, a calculator and more! You can also set an appointment on the site. Please note: prices might have changed since this post but each individual website will show the updated price.