Interview the agent to find the right real estate broker for you! You want a broker who will explain their responsibilities to you, and you also want someone you have a rapport with; someone you can trust. You'll want to be sure you understand what the Agency Relationship means. You can expect ... Continue Reading » about How to find a buyer’s agent in Chicago?
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Real Estate Listing Types, Property Types and Listing Statuses in Chicago
Real Estate MLS Codes for Chicago Real Estate MLS Codes are different in every state. What do the MLS Codes for Chicago stand for? Here's a breatk down.What does it mean when the MLS code for a listing is Active Status in Chicago? There are several MLS Code categories within the Active ... Continue Reading » about Real Estate Listing Types, Property Types and Listing Statuses in Chicago
Steps from Contract to Closing in Chicago
If you are buying a home in Chicago, you need to know the steps between going under contract and going to the closing table. Whether you are buying in Chicago’s Gold Coast, Bucktown / Wicker Park, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, River North, or West Loop the steps are the ... Continue Reading » about Steps from Contract to Closing in Chicago
Final Walk-Through Checklist
General Guidelines for your final walk-through in Chicago: Whether you are buying in Chicago's Gold Coast, Bucktown / Wicker Park, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, River North, or West Loop, the main goal of the final walk-through is to confirm the home is at least 'broom clean' and in the same condition, ... Continue Reading » about Final Walk-Through Checklist
Elements of a Chicago Home Inspection
Customary inspections vary in different areas, but the most common is the Home Inspection in Chicago. What to expect when you're inspecting a home? Whether you are buying in Chicago’s Gold Coast, Bucktown / Wicker Park, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, River North, or West ... Continue Reading » about Elements of a Chicago Home Inspection
Real Estate Appraisals in Chicago
Everything you need to know about real estate appraisals The buyer agreed to pay what the seller was asking, so what could possibly go wrong? It can be a long road to the closing table, so it’s important to have the right professional in the room. Here’s what you need to know about ... Continue Reading » about Real Estate Appraisals in Chicago
Chicago Real Estate Market Update 2Q2021
An overview of the real estate market activity for single-family homes and condominiums & townhomes for the following neighborhoods: Lakeview, Gold Coast, Bucktown / Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, North Center, Old Town / Clybourn Corridor, River North, and West Loop / Fulton Market The national ... Continue Reading » about Chicago Real Estate Market Update 2Q2021
Making the Right Move: A Checklist for Homebuyers
Whether you are a A Case of Cold Feet: How to Handle the First Time Homebuyer or an experienced homeowner, buying a new home is always stressful. Here’s a handy checklist of six things you can do up front to make the process a lot easier. Before you start packing, here’s what you need to ... Continue Reading » about Making the Right Move: A Checklist for Homebuyers
Make It Sparkle: Eight Tips for Adding Instant Curb Appeal
When home buyers drive your neighborhood, or when Realtors are previewing for their clients, what do they see? You never get a second chance to make a first impression, so make sure your home has the The Wow Factor: Seven Quick Curb Appeal Tips that makes people go “wow.” Take a walk around your ... Continue Reading » about Make It Sparkle: Eight Tips for Adding Instant Curb Appeal
Ready, Set, Sell: Checklist for Home Sellers
You want to sell your home in the shortest possible time for the highest possible price, right? Of course that is every seller’s goal and it’s your Realtor’s goal as well. So here’s a handy 7 Additional Quick Fixes To Make A Great First Impression When Selling A Home you need to do to make that ... Continue Reading » about Ready, Set, Sell: Checklist for Home Sellers
