Timing the Chicago real estate market has its hazards. Statistically, the best time to list your Chicago home for sale is during the last two weeks of May. Home buyers are out in force during the spring, and this short-lived sweet spot seems to catch home buyers at...
The Chicago area real estate market could have more homes on the market in 2025, according to Mainstreet REALTORS®. More inventory would be welcome for Chicago area home buyers! But for homeowners planning to move, it potentially means a more competitive selling...
2025 is almost here! We’ll soon begin a new year of opportunities for Chicago home buyers and sellers. If you’re looking for insights on future conditions, here are 5 things that will affect Chicago area real estate! 1. Mortgage interest rates. As of...
When you’re preparing to sell your Chicago home, you may feel overwhelmed by the to-do list. But there is a very simple way to look at the process: you are preparing to move, too! The decisions about what to keep, what to give away, and what to discard, are a...
If you’re a Chicago area homeowner, you’ve probably received a postcard from a home-buying company at least once. “We buy houses for cash! No hassles! Fast closing!” As good as this deal sounds, it’s a better deal for the buyer than it is...
As the chill of winter gives way to the warmth and renewal of spring, the real estate market comes alive with promise and opportunity. For homeowners looking to sell, this season offers a prime opportunity to showcase their properties in the best light possible,...
