Thinking about how to buy a 2 flat in Chicago? Good for you! 2 Flats are the best way into real estate in my opinion, especially in the Chicago area. With a 2 flat, which is 2 unit property, you can build up equity in
Here is part 2 of the Guide for 1st time home buyer’s series. Click here for part 1. 5) Negotiate the Contract So you finally found your dream home. You can picture yourself living moving in, and the feeling of finally moving
Buying your first home can be very exciting thing, but at the same time it can be very scary. On one hand, getting your first home is a very big step toward financial freedom. It is a symbol of independence, of you
I always get questions about what it is I actually do. What value does a realtor bring to the table? Or, even better, what value does any real estate agent bring to the table? If the only thing I do is take pictures
The winter season is often considered the slow season of real estate. While the number of overall transactions tends to slow down, the real estate market in the Chicago area is still very much alive. There are still many people to buy,
While working with many buyers and sellers throughout the Chicago area, I am often asked if I have any rent to own properties. People who are interested in these types of homes view them as a path to get them closer to
So you have decided to sell your home. When your realtor takes a look at your home, one of the things they have to look for is to see if your home will qualify for an FHA loan. FHA loans require an
Time and time again, we have been hearing that the government is going to raise interest rates. This is rumored to take place as soon as early 2017. We hear about the huge impact this can have on the economy as a
As a real estate agent who works in the Bellwood & Berwyn suburbs, I often get this question from a lot of people as soon as the summer is over: “I want to sell, but should I put my home on the
So you listed your home for sale, but you could not find a buyer for your home before the listing expired. Maybe you are thinking about selling a home, and you are looking for some guidance. Below are a few topics that