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Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, which gives us a little more time for costumes, candy and getting out around town. The …
You’ve spent years making your house feel like home. It’s where you’ve celebrated holidays, watched your family grow, made friends with the neighbors, and created more memories than you can count.
So, when you begin thinking about the next chapter, deciding whether to stay or move can be emotional. …
View MoreMy October 14 Western Suburbs report shows 1.9 months of inventory. That points to a market that favors sellers, although the right strategy depends on your property and location.
This snapshot covers the properties within the report’s Western Suburbs search area. Closed-sale …
View MoreYou’ve probably heard that the Federal Reserve raised rates again. And if you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, your first question may be: What does that mean for mortgage rates?
Here’s the short answer: the Fed can influence mortgage rates, but it doesn’t actually set them.
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Ask four people how the housing market is doing, and you may get four completely different answers.
That’s because today’s market isn’t operating the same way for everyone. Cash buyers, buyers using a mortgage, homeowners holding onto low rates, and builders with inventory are each playing by a …
View MoreIf you’re thinking about buying a home, affordability is probably one of your biggest concerns. And with mortgage rates moving higher again, you may be wondering if you should put everything on hold and wait.
I understand the hesitation. A higher rate affects your monthly payment and how much …
View MoreThe temperatures are finally cooling down, football is back, and pumpkin-spice everything has taken over again. That can only mean one thing: fall festival season has arrived.
If you’re looking for something fun to do over the next few weekends, there’s no shortage of options. We’ve got live music, …
View MoreAsk a few people how the housing market is doing, and you’ll probably get different answers.
That’s because today’s market is moving at different speeds depending on the home’s price range, condition, location, and competition. Knowing where your property fits can affect both your pricing strategy and how quickly …
View MoreMost homeowners don’t intentionally neglect maintenance. We simply get used to the little quirks—the loose handle, slow drain, cracked caulk, or door that doesn’t close properly.
Unfortunately, small problems rarely fix themselves. Taking 15 minutes to walk through your home can help …
View MoreWhen was the last time someone gave you an honest, professional opinion of what your house is worth?
I’m not talking about an automated online estimate. I mean a value based on your home’s condition, improvements, location, neighborhood, and the homes buyers are actually purchasing around you.
For …
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