Dianne DeDecker, Realtor at Mel Foster Co. Licensed in IL

06/05/2026

📍 New Listing 📍 Take a look at this fantastic new property that just hit the market located at 50 Se 3rd Street in Galva. Reach out here or at (309) 852-0835 for more information

Clean & cozy move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offering low-maintenance living and a practical floor plan-ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers or investors....

06/04/2026

Empowering others empowers us all. How are you choosing to lift others up today? Share your acts of kindness and inspire others to do the same.

06/04/2026

📍 New Listing 📍 Take a look at this fantastic new property that just hit the market located at 610 W Central Boulevard in Kewanee. Reach out here or at (309) 852-0835 for more information

Charming 11/2-story home offering 2 - 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a spacious 2-car detached garage. Each bedroom features its own bonus room-perfect for a home office, nursery, walk-in closet, or additional living space. Recent updates include a brand-new furnace (2026) and updated bathroom plum...

06/02/2026

📍 Reduced Price 📍 This recently reduced home at 519 W Mill Street in Kewanee won't last long, so, don't wait to set up a showing! Reach out here or at (309) 852-0835 for more information!

Well-maintained 3-bed, 2-bath ranch featuring a 2-car attached garage, family room with fireplace, and an updated kitchen 2019. Enjoy outdoor living with a deck and firepit. Property includes a detached workshop with heated floors and one-stall garage, plus a storage shed. Solar panels add energy...

06/02/2026

Neutral paint helps buyers see themselves in your space—literally. 🎨 The more “blank canvas” your home feels, the faster it may sell.

05/31/2026

🏡✨ 5 Staging Tips That Sell Homes Faster ✨🏡

Ready to get your listing SOLD? Here are 5 home-staging tips that buyers can’t resist:

✨ Declutter & Depersonalize – Help buyers envision themselves living there by removing personal items and unnecessary clutter.

🎨 Stick to Neutral Colors – Neutral tones appeal to more buyers and create a fresh, inviting space.

🛋️ Rearrange Furniture for Flow – Arrange furniture to highlight the home’s best features and improve overall flow.

💡 Brighten It Up – Open curtains, add lighting, and keep spaces bright and welcoming to enhance visual appeal.

🌿 Add Fresh Touches – Plants, flowers, or fresh towels add warmth and life, making the home instantly inviting.

Which tip will you use first? Let us know in the comments! 👇

05/30/2026

📍 New Listing 📍 Take a look at this fantastic new property that just hit the market located at 1043 W Mill Street in Kewanee. Reach out here or at (309) 852-0835 for more information

Inviting Ranch Home with Oversized Garage, Patio & Circle Drive! Enjoy the convenience of single-level living in this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath ranch home situated on a spacious corner lot. This well-kept property offers a comfortable layout and welcoming atmosphere. Outside, you'll appreciate t...

05/29/2026

Whether you're trying to decorate a corner, staircase, living room, bathroom or kitchen wall, check out these photo wall ideas for using more than just photographs, then have fun creating your own.

It's easy to plot and procrastinate on styling an empty wall. (For one thing, there are so many possibilities!) Should you measure? Probably. Arrange your photos and items ahead of time? Sure. But the most important part, even more important than getting your photo wall picture perfect?

05/29/2026

📍 New Listing 📍 Take a look at this fantastic new property that just hit the market located at 401 E College Street in Kewanee. Reach out here or at (309) 852-0835 for more information

Charming 2-3-bedroom, ranch style home in Wethersfield. This home features a functional layout, spacious living areas and an attached 1 car garage. Situated on a desirable corner lot, the property includes a back yard patio....

05/27/2026

🏘️ 🛋️ Make sure to stage your home no matter what. Staging does help obtain a better price.💰