Home Sweet Home Realty

02/15/2026

Did you know....

You can pick one Realtor and work with them exclusively? Yes, you can! Whether it's their name on the sign or not, you can call on one Realtor to, not just show you the property but will also walk you through the home buying process. From assistance with preapproval, through negotiating an offer, through inspections and appraisal periods and all the way to the closing table.

Home Sweet Home Realty is here to help! But we are not the typical "I'll sell you whatever you want to make a buck brokerage". We are dedicated to guide you through the important stuff, call attention to the things that, when you don't buy a house every day, one may not see or think about.

So this season, and every one to follow, choose Home Sweet Home Realty to help. It's one phone call! Let us help you make positive changes to your life.

Office: 309-627-9809
Barbara Scott 319-759-3918
Jenna Evans 319-759-0049
Tricia Keever 319-572-6665

02/15/2026

Interest rates down, income tax refunds up.... do I see an opportunity for a real estate change? Yes, I do! If you are talking about selling or buying, call me for information on how first -time buyers can qualify for grant opportunities for down payment assistance! Are you listening? That's free money! There are lots of great opportunities out there with local lenders that will allow you to make your next or first real estate move. Call me or message me if you want to chat more about these opportunities! Home Sweet Home Realty where you can reach the office at 309-627-9809.

Direct calls:

Barbara Scott @ 319-759-3918
Jenna Evans @ 319-759-0049
Tricia Keever @ 319-572-6665

All are Illinois and Iowa licensed and ready to get your 2026 started off on the right step!

04/17/2025

I just posted a link to Cooper Alan's country song Damn Hard Acre to Sell.
This one hit me hard. Most people think being a Realtor is "hey let's show a pretty home and collect a check at closing". There's nothing more from the truth. It's what happens in the middle that makes us a Realtor.
Sometimes, yes, it's about showing a pretty house... and hoping we survive the bumps and get to closing. But a lot of times it's about sitting across the table seeing the sadness in their eyes because they don't really want to sell, but have to... whether it's because they cannot afford it any longer, or they've lost a loved one... a spouse, a parent, a grandparent... and tey are selling a home that's been in the family for sixty years. The thought of a buyer removing the wallpaper they picked out when they were ten years old makes them cringe. It's like erasing years of memories for them.
I guess what I'm saying is, it takes a heart and compassion to do this job... to walk people through steps in their life that, not only aren't taken every day, but its about listening to their story. That's the part of this career I love....it's the stories.

04/16/2025

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/M9466966631
Newest listing!

2147 Township Road 950 Rd E, Gladstone, IL 61437 is for sale. View 24 photos of this 3 bed, 2 bath, 1857 sqft. single family home with a list price of $199000.

04/16/2025

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/212-S-Broadway-St_Stronghurst_IL_61480_M89199-67927?from=srp-list-card

This is a beautiful listing with original woodwork through the main. There is so much character in this solid 2 story home. Tons of memories have been made by the owner that resided in this property for 50+ years. Electrical has been update. Half bath and laundry on the main. What are you waiting for? Call me at 319-759-3918

212 S Broadway St, Stronghurst, IL 61480 is for sale. View 37 photos of this 4 bed, 1.5 bath, 2068 sqft. single family home with a list price of $142500.

04/16/2025

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1068-First-St_Gladstone_IL_61437_M71925-85136?from=srp-list-card

Check out this beautiful listing with Home Sweet Home Realty! Call or text Barbara at 319-759-3918

1068 1st St, Gladstone, IL 61437 is for sale. View 40 photos of this 3 bed, 2 bath, 2598 sqft. single family home with a list price of $241500.

04/16/2025

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/922-W-Archer-Ave_Monmouth_IL_61462_M82403-68775?from=srp-list-card

New listing with Home Sweet Home Realty! Complete remodel and it's beautiful! 4 bed 1 bath, full unfinished basement and attached garage. Check out this link and call me if you would like to set up an appointment! 309-627-9809 or Barbara at 319-759-3918

922 W Archer Ave, Monmouth, IL 61462 is for sale. View 25 photos of this 4 bed, 1 bath, 2752 sqft. single family home with a list price of $175000.

04/16/2025

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/2178-State-Hwy_Oquawka_IL_61469_M92205-49395?from=srp-list-card

Newest listing at Home Sweet Home Realty! Located just off Highway 94 on the Rozetta blacktop is this 2 bedroom 1 bath home on one acre. Call Home Sweet Home Realty at 309-627-9809 or Barbara @ 319-759-3918.

2178 State Hwy, Oquawka, IL 61469 is for sale. View 18 photos of this 2 bed, 1 bath, 1955 sqft. single family home with a list price of $149900.

03/06/2025

What a great time to sign a new agent! Welcome Zach Christensen!
Zach is originally from the Quad Cities area. He currently lives in Alpha, Il with his wife Jamie and three children. He is licensed in Illinois and intends to soon be licensed in Iowa also. We are very excited to have him join us at Home Sweet Home Realty! His personality and people skills will indeed make his new founded career in real estate a successful move! Welcome Zach!
Feel free to reach out to Zach if you are looking for an agent ready to hit the ground running. I am confident he will do a good job meeting your real estate needs.
His email is [email protected] and his phone is 309-292-0034.
I had permission to snag his picture!

09/27/2024

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/601-Calhoun-St_Oquawka_IL_61469_M92992-60950?from=srp-list-card
In need of a move in ready 4 bedroom 2 bath home on a low maintenance lot on the edge of town? If so, this may just be the ticket!

601 Calhoun St, Oquawka, IL 61469 is for sale. View 27 photos of this 4 bed, 2 bath, 2075 sqft. townhome with a list price of $190000.