As a Chicago home buyer, there are a few big-ticket repairs you hope to avoid for a long as possible. Among these are roof replacements, which can range anywhere from $10,000 up to $40,000 or more. There are a ton of variables in roof replacement costs: home size,...
Chicago suburban homes saw a boost in sales activity during June, with home buyers capitalizing on improved inventory. By the numbers, sales activity for single-family homes increased by 10% on a year-over-year basis. Sales activity for attached homes, such as...
Home insurance policies are becoming more expensive, due to extreme weather, rising home values, and the increasing cost of home repairs. As insurance companies become more selective about who and what they will cover, there are a few things Chicago home buyers should...
Visiting an “open house” in Chicagoland is fun, but the nature of an open house can work against home buyers. An open house is purposely casual, welcoming, and social. And because this kind of home tour doesn’t require an appointment or any...
Chicago area home buyers have a couple things in their favor. The inventory of Chicago homes for sale has improved, and mortgage interest rates have retreated from previous highs. Sellers still have the driver’s seat, but their grip on the wheel isn’t as...
