Four Reasons to List Your Home in the Fall
With both the Cubs and the White Sox missing the Postseason yet again, “Wait ‘til next spring,” is a common refrain throughout Chicagoland at this time of year. It’s also a thought on the minds of many would-be home sellers,
10 Things We Love About River North
With its trendy eateries, renowned art galleries, and late-night clubs, River North is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Chicago. Originally known as Smokey Hollow (drop that little piece of trivia into your next cocktail conversation), over the past
What To Know About Buying a Home with a Friend
A REALTOR® hands a newlywed couple the keys to their new home and life’s journey begins. It’s the image of homebuying that has been portrayed in the media for decades, but in reality, we all know that the “typical” homebuyer
5 Reasons To Consider Installing Solar in Your Home if You Live in Illinois
It’s summertime in Chicago, which has us thinking about catching some rays. But when it comes to owning a home, there are plenty of reasons to soak up the sun all year round thanks to the many environmental and financial
Creating the Perfect Outdoor Media Room
Here’s the dilemma: it’s a beautiful summer evening, the sun is setting, and the air feels just right. But you’ve been dying to catch up on your favorite TV series, and you know you’ll feel guilty about spending such a
What You Need to Know About Appraisals
Low inventory and rapidly rising home prices in many areas have complicated the appraisal process, causing some buyers and sellers to scramble. Appraisals have always been an important part of the homebuying process but have often been considered a behind-the-scenes formality.
10 Things We Love About Avondale
Home to the famous Kuma’s Corner, where heavy metal and burgers come together in perfect harmony, Avondale is a neighborhood that marches to the beat of its own drum. But there’s so much more to this area than just killer
Six Tips for First-Time Investment Property Buyers
As soon as they get their first taste of homeownership, a lot of homebuyers start to think about expanding their real estate portfolio by purchasing an investment property. Owning investment real estate, whether a small apartment building, retail center, or
Setting Out to the Suburbs: Five Chicagoland Communities with Urban Amenities
There are over 100 villages and towns spanning 10,286 square miles in Chicagoland. While many of them offer an environment one would expect of a typical Midwestern suburb, there are plenty of communities around Chicago with much more urban amenities. No longer
How to Navigate a Multiple Offer Situation as a Buyer (2023 Update)
f you’re looking to purchase a house in a competitive market, you might find yourself in a multiple offer situation, meaning there is at least one other party interested in the same property as you. This can be stressful for