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When it comes to buying a home, the process can be quite lengthy and even overwhelming if you walk into it blindly. If you’re serious about buying a home, there are certain steps that you need to [...]

If you’re in a pinch to move into a new residence before your current home sells, ask me or your mortgage lender about a bridge loan. This is a loan that allows you to borrow against the value of [...]

January isn’t exactly everyone’s favorite time of year here in Chicago, but that doesn’t mean that you have stay at home all winter waiting for Spring to arrive. In Chicago, we are pretty good at [...]

If you’re a home buyer looking to buy a townhome, condo or single-family home in a planned development, there are a few things that you need to know about HOAs before you invest.  Homeowners’ [...]

When it comes to home inspections, most home buyers only think to ask questions before they hire an inspector.  While asking questions up front is essential, don’t forget to ask questions [...]

It’s almost time to ring in the new year, and that means that it’s time to start looking at those New Year’s Eve plans.  Whether you want to sip cocktails, dance the night away, or simply share [...]

If you want to experience the magic of Christmas through stunning displays of twinkling lights and bright, cheery colors, then Chicagoland is the place to be!  Nothing says happy holidays quite [...]

With the holiday season upon us and more people hitting the road for vacation, now’s the time to prepare your home for your absence.  Yes, it may seem odd prepping your home when you’re more [...]

As winter sets in, don’t let the cold air get you down!  Now’s the time to get out, and explore all of the festive fun going on in and around Chicago.  With so many holiday events to choose from, [...]

For those who don’t work at home, and let’s face it, that’s most of us, making the daily commute into the office should be as stress-free as possible.  So, why wouldn’t you factor that time into [...]