Imagine the first place you lived as a young adult. Now imagine trying to fit your life today into that space. Not pretty, right? For most of us, our housing needs are cyclical. A newly independent adult can find freedom and flexibility in even a tiny apartment. That same space, to a growing Read more
Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates. In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump the brakes on inflation. And while some market sectors have been slow to respond, the housing market has reacted Read more
Ivona Kutermankiewicz Board member, Jackson Chance Foundation About Jackson Chance Foundation At Jackson Chance Foundation, we remove the financial burden of parking fees, giving every family the opportunity to be with their child each and every day. We give families access to the best hospitals, neonatal specialists, surgical abilities, and nursing staff that they Read more
What to Do If You Bought a House, Then Discovered a Problem That the Seller Didn’t Disclose If you purchased a home, then weeks, months, or even years later, you discovered an issue that wasn’t disclosed to you, you may feel devastated and angry. Here are some options to explore. Learn about Read more
Essential Questions to Ask When House Hunting Whether it’s your first time buying a home or you have completed many real estate transactions, there are essential questions to ask during every house hunting experience. From questions before seeing the house, during the tour and post-tour, ensuring you ask the correct questions will result Read more
Don't Assume That There Is Something Wrong with a House That's Back on the Market If a home sale is pending and then the house goes back on the market, people often assume that the prospective buyer backed out after discovering a major problem with the property. That’s not necessarily true. If you see Read more
A Guide to Pocket Listings A pocket listing is the great secret of the real estate world. The seller benefits from selling their home without the stress of people coming in and out, while the buyer gets access to homes before they go to market. A pocket listing is a house that is Read more
Over the past few years, a real estate buying frenzy bid up home prices to eye-popping amounts. However, as mortgage rates have risen, buyer demand has cooled. Consequently, home sellers who enter the market today may need to reset their expectations. The reality is, it’s no longer enough to stick a “for sale” sign Read more
The process of buying a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. But the journey doesn’t stop when you close on your property. On the contrary, you still have quite a bit to do before you can begin the process of settling into your new place. Fortunately, you don’t have to do everything Read more
1828 S Fairview SOLD Discover your NEW construction dream home in Park Ridge! This modern farmhouse is a true showstopper, with unparalleled attention to detail and on-point designer finishes throughout. Boasting 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 beautifully appointed baths, this home offers both luxury and comfort. The open-concept Read more