December WSP Newsletter

WSP Newsletter December 22, 2025

December 2025 - Vol. 15, Issue 12
Welcome to the Wenzel Select Properties monthly newsletter! We're excited to bring you the latest updates in real estate, market trends, and a showcase of our featured properties.
Happy Holidays from Wenzel Select Properties!
 
As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to thank you for being part of the Wenzel Select Properties family. Your trust, support, and referrals mean more to us than you know.
 
We wish you a holiday season filled with warmth, joy, and time spent with those who matter most. Here’s to a happy, healthy, and successful New Year, we look forward to serving you in 2026 and beyond!
Featured Testimonial
We couldn’t be more grateful to have had Lisa as our realtor—she is truly amazing! From the very beginning of our home-buying journey, Lisa was there every step of the way, helping us search for the perfect home for
our growing family. She was incredibly responsive, always available to answer the many questions we had (and we had a lot!). Her insights were spot on, and she quickly understood what was important to us, going
above and beyond to help us find a home that not only matched our needs but exceeded our expectations.
 
Lisa immediately scheduled a showing, and once we decided to make an offer, she jumped into action. Thanks to her experience and strong negotiation skills, we were able to beat out multiple offers (including all
cash ones!). She helped us make strategic choices—like raising our offer slightly and agreeing to purchase AS IS—that ultimately helped us win our dream home. We are beyond thankful for Lisa and Wenzel Select
Properties. We highly recommend.
 
-Drew & Nicoleta D.
WSP's Winter Buyer & Seller Guides Are Here!
Wondering what the market looks like this season for buyers and sellers? Our newly released Summer 2025 Buyer and Seller Guides are here! Get the latest market insights, trends, and expert tips—whether you're planning to make a move or just staying informed.
 
Recent Happenings
Congratulations goes to Melissa on the sale of her property!
Thank you for allowing WSP to assist you with your most valuable investment.
 
Lisa M. Wenzel
 
It's Not Too Late to Winterize Your Pipes,
Here Are Six Tips
As we embrace the cold, dark heart of winter, it's important we don't forget to take preventative measures to protect our homes from the elements.
If you've been ignoring the plummeting temperatures and the stress they put on your home, you may find your moderate maintenance costs transform into repair bills of thousands of dollars.
Can Mortgage Costs Fall in 2026 - and By How Much?
Predicting the fate of the real estate market in America for 2026 is probably more precarious than in recent years with prices continuing to hit record highs, mortgage costs challenging buyers and the direction of the economy uncertain.
Selling This Spring?
10 Tips to Help You to Prepare Now
With the Holidays and New Year celebrations nearly behind us, the spring sales season for real estate kicks off in little more than three months' time.
If you're planning on selling your home at this peak buying period, you might find it a little scary to think you have around 12-16 weeks to prepare.
Ready to Get Pre-Approved?
Featured Properties
JUST LISTED
142 W Chicago Avenue Downers Grove, IL
 
Open House Saturday 12/20/25 1:30-3:30PM
 
4 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,576 SQFT
 
JUST LISTED
1151 Mistwood Lane Downers Grove, IL
 
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,776 SQFT
 
ATTRACTIVE PRICE!
1305 Campbell Street Joliet, IL
 
5 Beds, 3.1 Baths, 2,967 SQFT
 
UNDER CONTRACT!
6 Saddlewood Court Sugar Grove, IL
 
5 Beds, 3 Baths, 3,011 SQFT
 
UNDER CONTRACT
2288 Grande Trail Court Yorkville, IL
 
5 Beds, 3.1 Baths, 2,814 SQFT
 
UNDER CONTRACT
700 W Pleasant Ave Villa Park, IL 60181
 
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 2 Car Garage
 

COMING SOON

15 THRUSH ROAD

CARPENTERSVILLE

3  Beds Separator 1  Bath Separator 920  sqft
Request A Private Showing

COMING SOON

6033 BROOKBANK ROAD

DOWNERS GROVE

3  Beds Separator 2  Baths Separator 1,252  sqft
Request A Private Showing

COMING SOON

4512 SARATOGA AVENUE

DOWNERS GROVE

4  Beds Separator 4  Baths Separator 2,419  sqft
Request A Private Showing

COMING SOON

16127 BURGUNDY DRIVE

PLAINFIELD

4  Beds Separator 4  Baths Separator 2,981  sqft
Request A Private Showing
 
Contact Us
 
4941 Main St
Downers Grove IL 60515
 
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