Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make, and choosing the right neighborhood is just as important as finding the right house. Especially in today’s fast-moving market, where inventory is often tight, you don’t always have the …
When buying a home, many of my buyers ask me: Is a home inspection truly necessary when buying a house or condo or investment property? For ease I will use ‘home’ to include a single family home, condo, multi family, …
Ever thought Mocha Muse could look suspiciously like “dead salmon”? In this lively second episode of the Debra Dobbs Podcast, Debra sits down again with her friend and interior design guru, Jennifer Boyd from The Band of Insiders, to chat …
In my four decades as a realtor, I’ve found that financing often feels like the most perplexing part of the homebuying journey. Many buyers come to me with questions that reflect their confusion about how mortgage rates and interest rates …
As the snow falls softly and the evening chill sets in, I love hosting…cocktails for 2 or 20, dinner parties, stop by just because. Friends drop in to find me fireside and often with chips, dip, and a cocktail or …
Living in our wonderful city, with its rich architectural history and charming neighborhoods, comes with its unique quirks—one of them being the infamous party wall windows. You may be wondering what exactly I mean by this—let me clarify. What Are …
The streets of Chicago buzz with life as the crisp October air wraps itself around the city like a familiar embrace. Chicago at her finest…our glorious Fall! Enjoy al fresco dinner along the Chicago River or in the many restaurants …
Refinancing your mortgage can be a strategic financial move, but it’s essential to understand the process and determine if it’s right for you. In this comprehensive Q&A, we delve into the intricacies of mortgage refinancing with expert insights from Debra …
Did you know that Chicago played a pivotal role in bringing glass bricks and prism lights into architectural prominence? These elements transformed the way natural light was introduced into buildings, illuminating urban spaces while maintaining privacy and structural integrity. As …
Jessica, a freelance practitioner whose business had transitioned to Zoom sessions post-COVID, faced significant stress during her relocation to Chicago. With her child starting a new school in September, she needed to find and close on a home quickly. Despite …
