Why now is a good time to buy?
Need some motivation to get after your home buying? Here are 4 reasons all analysts would tell you that right now is the best time to buy in the coming 12 months:
Reason 1 - Home prices are e...
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Assumable Mortgage
Current homeowners are very well aware that mortgages today aren’t as cheap as they were a few years ago. Well, it’s not looking like 1985 people are still looking for alternatives. This has led to buzz lately about assumable mortgages, don...
5 Essential Things To Do Before Taking Stunning Exterior Photos
Are you considering selling your home in the coming year but unsure about when? Well, this time of year is the perfect time to capture your home’s exterior in its full Chicagoland summer splendor. So, we are ready to sell when that right mome...
Housing starts rebound in July after June slump
New single-family home construction swung back to positive territory in July after falling in June, the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development said in a press release.
Specifically, overall housing starts...
September Events & Things We Love to Do in Chicago
Fall into September with these exciting Chicago events!
From food festivals to art exhibitions, we've got your September covered!
September 8-10: Taste of Chicago
September 8-10: Chicago German-American Oktoberfest
September 9-10: Print...
Today’s Housing Market Has Only Half the Usual Inventory
"There are simply not enough homes for sale. The market can easily absorb a doubling of inventory."
Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist, NAR
That means buyers don’t have enough options right now. So, if you work with an agent to list ...
Rooftop Viewing Areas for the Chicago Air & Water Show
One of Chicago’s most beloved – and thrilling – events, The Chicago Air and Water Show, is returning to the city this weekend for its 63rd edition. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights and more will...
Maintain Lower Home Insurance Premiums
When we look at the average price of home insurance in Illinois, we definitely see annual increases – in fact, Illinois homeowners saw a 7% increase in premiums from 2021 to 2022 and then another 7% increase from 2022 to 2023 – and part of ...
Clarendon Hills – Real Estate Market Update
We are halfway through 2023 and halfway through summer - what does the clarendon hills market look like right now?
Traditional seasonality is back but supply remains much lower – with less homes for sale, we have overall less sales in 2023...
Momentum Is Building for New Home Construction
If you’re in the process of looking for a home today, you know the supply of homes for sale is low because you’re feeling the impact of having a limited pool of options. And, if your biggest hurdle right now is that you’re having trouble ...