John Montgomery

Oct. 2, 2024

Halloween events in Kane/DuPage

 

 

Halloween Events In Kane County

 

There are many ways to enjoy the Halloween and fall season in Kane County. 
**Please refer to Editor's note below
A Nightmare at West Main (Batavia) -​​ The ghosts are coming out to play in the forest at West Main Community ...
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Sept. 25, 2024

Falling mortgage rates are brining buyers back

If you’ve been hesitant to list your house because you’re worried no one’s buying, here’s your sign it may be time to talk with an agent.

After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number ...

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Sept. 18, 2024

Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level in over a year

 

 

 

 

Mortgage rates have hit their lowest point in over a year and a half. And that’s big news if you’ve been sitting on the homebuying sidelines waiting for this moment.

Even a small decline in rates could help you get a better monthly payment than you ...

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Sept. 11, 2024

What is happening with home prices

 

 

 

 

If you’re wondering what’s going on with home prices lately, you’re definitely not the only one. With so much information out there, it can be hard to figure out your next move.

As a buyer, you might be worried about paying more than you should. And ...

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Aug. 28, 2024

What interest rate are you waiting for

You won’t find anyone who’s going to argue that mortgage rates have had a big impact on housing affordability over the past couple of years. But there is hope on the horizon. Rates have actually started to come down. And, recently they hit the lowest point we’ve seen in 2024 ...

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Aug. 21, 2024

Illinois Real Estate Commission Changes: What Do They Really Mean?

 

 

Illinois Real Estate Commission Changes: What Do They Really Mean?

As of 2024, Illinois is rolling out new rules that will change how real estate commissions are handled. If you’ve always operated with transparency, like I have, these changes might not feel like a big shift. But it’s ...

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Aug. 14, 2024

Is home affordability improving

Over the past couple of years, a lot of people have had a hard time buying a home. And while affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s getting a little better and might keep improving throughout the rest of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association ...

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Aug. 7, 2024

Mortgage Rates Down 1%

 

 

 

Mortgage rates have been one of the hottest topics in the housing market lately because of their impact on affordability. And if you’re someone who’s looking to make a move, you’ve probably been waiting eagerly for rates to come down for that very reason. Well, if the ...

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July 31, 2024

Home prices are moderating

 

 

 

Today’s headlines and news stories about home prices are confusing and make it tough to know what’s really happening. Some say home prices are heading for a correction, but what do the facts say? Well, it helps to start by looking at what a correction means.

Here’s ...

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July 24, 2024

Unlock opportunities in 2024

 

 

 

 

 

There’s no arguing this past year has been difficult for homebuyers. And if you’re someone who has started the process of searching for a home, maybe you put your search on hold because the challenges in today’s market felt like too much to tackle. You’re ...

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