Did you know 72% of median-income Americans can afford to buy the average median-priced home in today's housing market? Super low interest rates and affordable prices have brought homeownership within reach for more people than we realize. You might be surprised, you could be one of them!
[Read More]Posted at 11:32AM Sep 07, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Buying Comments[0]
Featured Chicago Open House Listings for Saturday, September 4, 2010
The last weekend of summer is upon us! Before heading off to vacation destinations for Labor Day, make a stop at one of Dream Town's open houses—we're featuring a gorgeous duplex down in Lincoln Park and a spacious single-family home on the Northwest Side.
[Read More]Posted at 10:20AM Sep 03, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
S&P Index Shows Chicago-Area Home Prices Rise Again
Single-family homes in the Chicago metropolitan area saw prices increase slightly in June from the previous month, according to the latest Standard & Poor's/Case Shiller index. This is the third straight month-over-month gain for the Windy City and surrounding suburbs.
[Read More]Posted at 10:32AM Sep 01, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Market News Comments[0]
Featured Chicago Open House Listings for Saturday, August 28 & Sunday, August 29
The last weekend in August presents an excellent opportunity to view some great Chicago properties. We're showing condos, duplexes and single-family homes all over the city. Stop by and see what Dream Town has to offer!
[Read More]Posted at 11:57AM Aug 27, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
Agent Reboot Event Coming to Chicago
Hey real estate professionals! Agent Reboot is on its way to Chicago and this is your chance to get a great deal on the power-packed, one-day training and networking seminar. Find out how to get your $20 discount here!
[Read More]Posted at 03:18PM Aug 23, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Events Comments[0]
Featured Chicago Open House Listings for Saturday, August 21 & Sunday, August 22
Still looking for your dream home? Perhaps you'll find it this weekend at a Dream Town open house! Our agents are showing properties all over the city this Saturday and Sunday. So stop by and see for yourself or contact us to schedule a private visit.
[Read More]Posted at 01:58PM Aug 19, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
Dream Town Realtor Talks Condo Sales in Chicago
Our very own Heather Hillebrand talks with Chicago Now about selling condos in today's market. Heather is a Chicago Association of Realtors 2009 Top Producer and a long-time Dream Town agent. Her advice? Price it right!
[Read More]Posted at 11:27AM Aug 16, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Selling Comments[0]
Featured Chicago Open House Listings for Saturday, August 14 & Sunday, August 15
Yet another weekend of hot temps and great real estate deals in Chicago! Dream Town has a bunch of open houses this Saturday and Sunday with some excellent prices on single-family homes and condos. Check it out!
[Read More]Posted at 02:10PM Aug 13, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
Facilitate a Successful Real Estate Close
These days you never know what's going to happen between offer acceptance and the closing table. A transaction that seemed a sure thing one day can be off the next. Increase the odds of your deal going through without a hitch with these helpful pointers.
[Read More]Posted at 03:30PM Aug 09, 2010 by Bob Billimack in General Comments[1]
Featured Chicago Open House Listings for Saturday, August 7 & Sunday, August 8
This weekend, Dream Town agents are showing a variety of Chicago properties. Condo shoppers have their pick of vintage rehabs and contemporary units, while house hunters will be pleased with the selection of single-family homes open for visits.
[Read More]Posted at 11:32AM Aug 06, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
Are These 5 Websites Marked in Your Favorites? Maybe They Should Be!
Get the inside scoop on daily discounts, local deals, green tips and do-it-yourself home improvement projects. Read on for five great websites with tons of helpful info that Chicago residents may find handy to mark in your "favorites" folder.
[Read More]Posted at 11:33AM Aug 02, 2010 by Stephanie Sullivan in General Comments[2]
Featured Chicago Open House Listings for Saturday (July 31) & Sunday (August 1)
Another great weekend is forecasted for Chicago, which makes for another great weekend to house hunt! Dream Town has some wonderful properties to show and our agents are gearing up for open houses as we speak. Find out more here!
[Read More]Posted at 01:42PM Jul 30, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
Dream Town Realty to Announce Winners of Chicago Photo Contest at Awards Benefit
Dream Town will hold a VIP Awards Benefit to announce the winners of our "Chicago in Focus" photo contest. The evening event is at the Vertigo Sky Lounge, located on the 26th floor of the Dana Hotel and Spa. First, second and third place contest winners will receive cash prizes and all photos, including honorable mentions will be on display.
[Read More]Posted at 09:54AM Jul 28, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Events Comments[0]
Homes in Chicago Loop Selling for Above List Price
Chicago's Loop neighborhood is one of the top 10 hottest zip codes in the country right now, according to a quarterly report from ZipRealty. The organization's review of home sales in 5,400 cities during the second quarter of 2010 found that the Loop's average sales-to-list-price ratio was the second highest in the nation.
[Read More]Posted at 10:41AM Jul 27, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Selling Comments[0]
Featured Chicago Open House Listings for Saturday (July 24) & Sunday (July 25)
Ah, the weekend is here again and you know what that means. . . more open houses from Dream Town! It's going to be hot, so stop into our featured properties listed here to cool off in the air conditioning and maybe find the home of your dreams!
[Read More]Posted at 01:28PM Jul 23, 2010 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
