For decades, real estate professionals have been stressing the importance of staging a home you plan to sell. So, it makes sense that a lot of home sellers today are wondering if this tactic is [...]
Haunted houses are one of the best things about Halloween in Chicago. So, with just one more month before the big day, the time to enjoy them is now! Chicago is home to countless spooky [...]
As a home buyer, the up-front costs you will face can quickly become more than you originally budgeted for. That is especially true for first-time home buyers who may not have gone through the [...]
October is one of the most exciting months of the year in Chicago! There are so many festivals, fall celebrations, and spooky Halloween events going on that it can be hard to choose a favorite. [...]
When borrowing money to purchase your new dream home, lenders will require that you also purchase insurance. Having a comprehensive homeowners’ policy with your mortgage is in effort to protect [...]
With the official start of Fall just around the corner (on September 23rd), we think it’s safe to say that we’re not the only ones looking forward to leaf peeping season! That’s right, while [...]
If you’re a serious home buyer, popping into the latest open houses shouldn’t be at the top of your to-do list. The very first thing you should be doing in your home buying journey is to apply [...]
Colder weather is rapidly approaching, which means it’s time to prep and secure your home for the change of seasons. If there’s one truth about owning Chicago real estate, it’s that [...]
The first day of fall is just a month away, and while many of us are already thinking about the changing weather, you can bet that all of Chicagoland has football on the brain! That’s right – [...]
Labor Day may signify the official end of the Summer season and all of its fun-in-the-sun activities, but trust us – the fun isn’t over! September in Chicago is packed with all sorts of exciting [...]