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...
Looking to buy a Chicago area home in the New Year? This is the perfect time to prepare for your mortgage approval! The better your financial preparation, the better odds you have of a mortgage approval. Also, with a good credit score and down payment, you will...
After years of below-normal home inventory, the Chicago real estate market is starting to loosen up! The number of homes for sale increased month-over-month for Cook, Lake, DuPage and Will counties, bringing more opportunities to the market for Chicagoland home...
Before you begin your Chicago area home search, it pays to have a plan of action! First, obtain a mortgage pre-approval from a local, trustworthy lender. This will confirm your home buying readiness and identify your price range. It also shows home sellers that you...
