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10 Things to Consider when Purchasing Chicago Luxury Real Estate

March 11th, 2010 · No Comments · Relocation, Residential

In my more than 20 years helping clients buy luxury real estate in Chicago, I’ve come to learn that there are a handful of considerations—some obvious, and some less so—that are key to making a good purchase. It’s not only important to look at the attributes of a Chicago home for sale now, but also [...]

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Anticipating Mortgage Rates for Chicago Luxury Real Estate

March 5th, 2010 · No Comments · Housing economy, Residential

With the housing market showing signs of recovery and increased speculation about rising interest rates, prospective higher-end buyers may want to consider pulling the trigger on that purchase of a Chicago home.
The banking industry is bracing for a potential rate hike anywhere from 2 to 4 percent during the course of the next 12 to [...]

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Why Chicago Real Estate is Perfect for Families

February 12th, 2010 · No Comments · Relocation, Residential

One of the things that makes Chicago a fabulous city is that it truly has something for everyone. Whether you’re the CEO of a Fortune 500 company or a stay-at-home parent, a family of 20 or a family of 1, you will find plenty to do and make you feel at home.
For families with [...]

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5 Critical Considerations When Buying A Chicago Real Estate Foreclosure

February 9th, 2010 · No Comments · Housing economy, Residential

The Illinois Association of Realtors announced last month that December’s total home sales were up 20.1 percent compared to December 2008. The report marked the fourth consecutive month that sales were on the upswing—so is the Chicago real estate market looking up?

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Must-Read Chicago Real Estate Blogs From a Volatile Year

January 14th, 2010 · No Comments · Relocation, Residential

There’s no arguing that 2009 was certainly an interesting year for Chicago real estate, full of unique situations and important nuances that we’ve seen before—and some that we haven’t. I’ve created this roundup of must-read posts for anyone considering purchasing Chicago real estate: whether you’re looking at new construction, Chicago condos, Chicago luxury construction, or [...]

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Hot Property for Buyers: A 3-Bedroom Chicago Condo

January 8th, 2010 · No Comments · Housing economy, Residential, Uncategorized

While there’s no shortage of good deals among Chicago real estate, there is one type of property that you might find at even more of a discount: the 3-bedroom Chicago condo.
An article in November’s Chicago magazine said three-bedroom condos have been a tough sell in a down real estate market. The reason? Those who [...]

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Tax Credits for Real Estate Purchases Still Available—Even if You’re Not a First-Time Buyer

December 28th, 2009 · No Comments · Relocation, Residential

If you’ve paid any attention to the Chicago real estate market, you know that now is a prime time to be a buyer—whether you’re first-timers, homeowners looking to upgrade or have decided it’s time to downsize.
That near-perfect timing could continue for first-time homebuyers: the tax credit of up to $8,000 has been extended into [...]

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Buying A Chicago Condo? What You Should Know First

December 21st, 2009 · 1 Comment · Residential

Whether you’re buying your first Chicago home or have decided to downsize, condos are a great option for anyone in the market for Chicago real estate. Owning a condo means being a part of the condo association, which takes much responsibility off the homeowner when it comes to the property.
But not all Chicago condo [...]

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This Season Is A Great Time To Buy Chicago Real Estate

December 14th, 2009 · No Comments · New Construction, Residential

With the winter chill fully settled in and the holiday hustle and bustle right under our noses, it hardly seems like a time to think about purchasing Chicago real estate.
But believe it or not, now is a great time to buy. Winter is perfect for taking advantage of real estate deals, plus several right-now [...]

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Chicago Summer Guide: June 2009 Festivals

June 9th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Entertainment, Outdoors, Residential, Uncategorized

Let’s face it, Chicagoans live for the summer. We make the most of the warm weather. When looking for a Chicago home or Chicago condo, be sure to check out the summer festivities so you’re only a step away from the action. Check out the map/guide below so you know what to expect as you’re [...]

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