TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Photo: © Anikasalsera – Dreamstime There are plenty of reasons to declutter. Getting rid of excess stuff can free up space, make it easier to stay organized, save time, and eliminate stress. Here are five handy tips to help you declutter and reclaim your… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Photo: © JC Hix – Dreamstime Applying for a mortgage often seems more complicated than it should be—by the end of it all, it may seem like you are drowning in a sea of paperwork. Besides all of the forms that you’ll have to… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Whether or not you qualify for a mortgage loan depends in large measure on your credit score. A credit score is a summary of your credit report and a numerical measurement that reflects your management of credit. Credit scores fall between 300 and… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL As 2016 begins, New Year’s resolutions are finalized and implemented. They most always include a financial goal or two, and real estate can help you meet those financial goals, as well as other personal goals. These real estate specific resolutions can help you get… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL There is nothing fun about appliance repair. And it usually happens at the most inopportune time. Here are five things to consider when trying to decide whether to repair or replace an appliance. 1. How Old Is It? All major appliances have an… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Photo: © Rolffimages – Dreamstime If you’re considering a change, it’s an ideal time to sell as inventory is still very low around Chicago and interest rates still remain steady at or around the 4.0% range. As for those looking to buy, remember to… READ MORE
Energy Efficient Mortgages (EEMs) were expanded to all states by the Federal Housing Administration in 1995 after a three-year pilot program in five states, so consumers could save money on utility bills by allowing them to finance the cost of energy-efficiency features for their new or existing homes as part of their FHA-insured home purchase… READ MORE
“Don’t commit to more than you can comfortably afford” Dian Hymer Inman News Decades ago, sellers priced a little high to leave room to negotiate down. Buyers typically offered 5 percent less. Then they negotiated and settled at a price in between. Today, there is so much variability in the housing market that it’s impossible… READ MORE
If you’ve been thinking of remodeling all or part of your real estate, you might want to consider a green remodel. Green building means that you use certain materials and practices that are better for the environment and for your health. By following a few guidelines, you can easily complete an eco-friendly remodeling project. The… READ MORE
For many, getting a fresh start in spring means they’re ready to put their Chicago- North Shore house on the market and/or start looking for a new Chicago-North Suburban place to call home. These are the four top reasons on why spring is an ideal time to buy, sell, or both in the North Shore area of Chicago…. READ MORE