December 2025 Chicago Real Estate: What the Numbers Really Mean for Buyers and Sellers You may have a hard time believing this, but December might actually be one of the best times to make your move in Chicago real estate. I know — conventional wisdom says to wait until spring. But after 30 ... Continue Reading » about December 2025 Chicago Real Estate Market Update | Lincoln Park
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Understanding Property Taxes in Chicago: What Every Homeowner, Seller and Buyer Should Know
Property taxes in Chicago are more than just a line item Absolutely — here is your fully integrated, polished blog post that now includes: ✔ Triennial reassessments✔ Township-level assessment timing✔ Homeowner + Senior Exemptions✔ Certificate of Error refunds✔ Proration at closing✔ Clear ... Continue Reading » about Understanding Property Taxes in Chicago: What Every Homeowner, Seller and Buyer Should Know
Real Estate Wire Fraud: How to Spot & Prevent This Costly Scam
Don't Fall for Real Estate Wire Fraud! You’re almost at the finish line—closing on your new home! The excitement is real… until you find out your closing funds were sent to a scammer’s offshore account. The money is gone, and so is your dream home. Think it couldn’t happen to you? ... Continue Reading » about Real Estate Wire Fraud: How to Spot & Prevent This Costly Scam
Credentials: What Do the Letters After a Realtor’s Name Mean?
Designations Can Give You the Advantage in Today’s Market Not everyone with a real estate license is a REALTOR®, but I have been a full-time REALTOR® for 30 years. I have a deep understanding of the markets, the process and I have cultivated a network of relationships with professionals. I value ... Continue Reading » about Credentials: What Do the Letters After a Realtor’s Name Mean?
Seller’s Guide: How to Ace Your Final Home Walkthrough
As a seller, the final walkthrough is one of the last steps between contract and closing the sale of your property. It’s your opportunity to confirm that the condition of the home meets the expectations agreed upon with the buyer. This final walkthrough checklist not only helps prevent last-minute ... Continue Reading » about Seller’s Guide: How to Ace Your Final Home Walkthrough
November Chicago Real Estate Market Update
Here are the trends for last month in the Single Family, Townhome, and Condo markets across the near north and west neighborhoods. See the market trends for single-family homes, townhomes and condos in Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, Old Town, Lakeview, Bucktown, Wicker Park, River North, and West ... Continue Reading » about November Chicago Real Estate Market Update
Houzz Bathroom Trends Study Shows Emphasis on Universal Design, Aging, Saftey
seniorsresource.realtorSRES Marketplace November 2023By Elyse Umlauf-Garneau Homeowners are increasingly focused on aging and safety when they renovate their bathrooms, and they’re incorporating universal design features that address their future needs and are functional for people of all ages ... Continue Reading » about Houzz Bathroom Trends Study Shows Emphasis on Universal Design, Aging, Saftey
10 Smart Financial Moves to Wrap up 2023, Set Yourself Up to Thrive in 2024
seniorsresource.realtorSRES Marketplace October 2023By Elyse Umlauf-Garneau As tempting as it is to leave your year-end financial to-dos until December, you’re better off getting started months earlier. Now. After all, the time between November and the new year can be a mad dash with holiday ... Continue Reading » about 10 Smart Financial Moves to Wrap up 2023, Set Yourself Up to Thrive in 2024
October Chicago Real Estate Market Update
Here are the trends for last month in the Single Family, Townhome, and Condo markets across the near north and west neighborhoods for Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, Old Town, Lakeview, Bucktown, Wicker Park, River North and West Loop. Mainly numbers haven't changed much, except in River North where there ... Continue Reading » about October Chicago Real Estate Market Update
September Chicago Real Estate Market Update
Here are the trends for last month in the Single Family, Townhome, and Condo markets across the near north and west neighborhoods for Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, Old Town, Lakeview, Bucktown, Wicker Park, River North and West Loop. Click HERE for the latest on national housing trend indicators. If ... Continue Reading » about September Chicago Real Estate Market Update
June Chicago Real Estate Market Update
Here are the trends for last month in the Single Family, Townhome, and Condo markets across the near north and west neighborhoods. The market continues to move quickly and well-priced homes are not staying on the market long with average market time down across various neighborhoods. Despite a ... Continue Reading » about June Chicago Real Estate Market Update
April Chicago Real Estate Market Update
Here are the trends for last month in the Single Family, Townhome, and Condo markets across the near north and west neighborhoods. Overall, the rates have impacted the real estate market as was expected and part of the plan by the FED, but there is more to the story because humans still have ... Continue Reading » about April Chicago Real Estate Market Update
