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Chicago Home Prices Bolstered by Lack of Listings

Chicago Home Prices Bolstered by Lack of Listings

by Ryan Gable | Nov 6, 2023 | Blogs, Home Buyer

The dynamics of supply and demand continue to pressure Chicago home buyers. The latest data from Illinois REALTORS© shows statewide home inventory down by 28.5% during September, when compared to September 2022. The short supply of homes for sale has fueled higher...
Chicago Home Affordability Falls as Prices and Rates Rise

Chicago Home Affordability Falls as Prices and Rates Rise

by Ryan Gable | Oct 10, 2023 | Blogs, First Time Home Buyer, Home Buyer

There’s an old saying in real estate: “The best time to buy a home was five years ago.” Or even one year ago! But right now, Chicago’s home affordability is at its worst level since 2008, with median home prices rising 9.6% from a year ago....
Chicago Home Buyers Shrug Off Higher Interest Rates

Chicago Home Buyers Shrug Off Higher Interest Rates

by Ryan Gable | Sep 12, 2023 | Blogs, Home Buyer

Mortgage interest rates have hovered above 7 percent for the last few weeks. Despite interest rates being at the highest levels in 20 years, Chicago home buyers are snapping up properties at a brisk pace. Between July 2023 and August 2023, Chicago homes averaged just...
How to Make a Compelling Offer on a Chicago Home

How to Make a Compelling Offer on a Chicago Home

by Ryan Gable | Aug 15, 2023 | Blogs, First Time Home Buyer

Home buyers in Chicago continue to deal with competition in the market. Here are quick tips to make your purchase offer stand above the rest! 1. Get a mortgage pre-approval from a local, reliable mortgage company with a good reputation for closing on time.  2....
Chicago Home Inventory Dives, Prices Rise

Chicago Home Inventory Dives, Prices Rise

by Ryan Gable | Jul 14, 2023 | Blogs, First Time Home Buyer, Home Buyer

If you’re a Chicago home buyer, this market is déjà vu all over again. There are relatively few homes for sale and home prices are rising. Chicago’s June home inventory was 24.8% lower than June 2022, with new listings down about one-third from a year ago. As of...
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