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Quality education has always been a priority
in St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia. Children are served by several excellent
school districts, including award-winning public schools and many highly
competitive private facilities. The average student-teacher ratio is
20:1.
Support of our schools is provided through
both public and private funding. The Greater St. Charles Education Foundation
is an independent group of citizens dedicated to supporting quality education
School District 303. Supported by the local
Board
of Education, the Greater St. Charles Education Foundation funds special
art projects, band equipment, language arts, science and technology projects,
and much more. There is even a pilot program involving conflict resolution
skill development.
For higher education, the U.S. News &
World Report lists
University of
Illinois at Chicago as one of the most diverse and affordable universities
in the nation, while Barron's Best Buys in College Education gives UIC
high marks as a "best buy". Likewise, the
University of
Chicago provides world-class education in all areas.
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First Time Buyers >Affording A Home
Are you getting ready to buy your first home? It is important to know how much you can afford before you begin looking at properties. Talking with a lender and getting pre-approved for a loan puts you in a stronger negotiating position with sellers.
As a rule, your monthly housing costs should not exceed 28% of your monthly pre-tax income. These costs include the mortgage payment, real estate taxes, and insurance. If you have long-term debts, such as student loans or car payments, your monthly payments, including your housing costs, should be less than 36% of your pre-tax monthly income. Some loans, such as VA and FHA loans, are more flexible with these basic guidelines.
Depending on which type of mortgage you select, you can consider houses in various price ranges. An adjustable-rate mortgage will usually enable you to qualify for a higher loan amount. Your real estate agent can help you make the basic calculations. Remember that buying at the top end of your price range gives you more time to outgrow your home, and can save you money over the long term.
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What is considered the oldest surviving non-native building in the U.S.?
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The governor's palace in Sante Fe, New Mexico, built in 1609, was constructed with materials and methods adapted from the native Indians.
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