Chicago is Sizzling This Fall!
It may be autumn, but October's housing market was sizzling hot with Chicago-area home sales jumping 33% from the same month last year. And, in early November the government extended the popular first-time buyer’s tax credit until spring of 2010.
[Read More]Posted at 04:04PM Nov 25, 2009 by Bob Billimack in Market News Comments[0]
Investor guidelines are constantly changing. Pre-approval lets buyers know whether they are qualified to purchase a specific property in the current market. It also tells sellers a buyer has the financing necessary to purchase their property.
[Read More]Posted at 03:35PM Nov 23, 2009 by Carrie Bertsos in Financing Comments[2]
Will I get a better deal if I buy a foreclosure or short sale? Lots of my clients ask me that question. The short answer is: Yes, you can save by buying a foreclosure. The long of it is: It requires lots of patience & perseverance. Here is a good first-hand example.
[Read More]Posted at 12:57PM Nov 20, 2009 by Ann Connolly in Buying Comments[2]
Architecture buffs will want to hear about Dream Town's open houses this weekend! In addition to some newer construction residences, there are 2 architecturally significant homes on the roster – both recognized as historic gems in the Chicago area.
[Read More]Posted at 12:17PM Nov 20, 2009 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
Finding the "Right" Home Inspector for Your Next Chicago Home Purchase
An essential step to buying your next home is the Home Inspection. But before hiring an inspector, there are questions you should ask prior to locking in your appointment. Here are some helpful tips as well as links so your research goes smoothly.
[Read More]Posted at 03:16PM Nov 18, 2009 by Jeff Kaplan in Buying Comments[2]
Dream Town is hosting a number of open house this weekend in the city and suburbs. Are you searching for that perfect loft in downtown or single-family house away from the hubbub? We might have just what you're looking for!
[Read More]Posted at 01:42PM Nov 13, 2009 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
Have you been asking yourself if now is the right time to purchase a home? You know the market is under stress and so is the economy, but you also know there are good incentives to act now. Well, you’re not alone in questioning whether this is YOUR time to buy.
[Read More]Posted at 10:07AM Nov 11, 2009 by Ann Connolly in Buying Comments[0]
Can You Really Put Just 5% Down on a Chicago Condo Purchase?
Many buyers and realtors are stunned when they hear the answer to this question and the answer is --YES, you can!
[Read More]Posted at 10:37AM Nov 09, 2009 by Carrie Bertsos in Financing Comments[0]
Check out Dream Town's featured open houses for this week. We have quite a few single-family homes and duplexes – great properties for families or those looking for a little more space. Get details, open house hours and links to photos here!
[Read More]Posted at 03:09PM Nov 06, 2009 by Bob Billimack in Open House Comments[0]
Real Estate: King of Investments Forever
For decades, real estate has been a leading investment opportunity for Americans. But now, under the current challenging market, many are questioning whether real estate is still King of Investments. You may be surprised at how today's real estate measures up.
[Read More]Posted at 10:30AM Nov 05, 2009 by Bob Billimack in Market News Comments[1]
Chicago Housing Market: Bye-Bye Bottom!
Looks like the long-awaited bottoming-out of home prices has come and gone! Standard & Poor's/Case Shiller index of Chicago-land home prices for August rose for the 4th straight month, suggesting that our area housing market is definitely on the upswing.
[Read More]Posted at 11:29AM Nov 02, 2009 by Bob Billimack in Market News Comments[0]
