Chicago is gritty and beautiful, diverse and homogenous, fierce, resilient, passionate. Come hither and stake your claim. The City of Big Shoulders can carry your weight. I grew up in South Deering, at the southern edge of the south side …
Are you a new home buyer looking for help finding the right home for your budget? Debra Dobbs has more than 37 years of experience helping people find the perfect home for them in Chicago. She is particularly knowledgeable about …
Ok, you’re ready to invest back into your home. Just one question: where should you start with these updates? For many homeowners, this is the biggest roadblock when it comes to making value-adding improvements. The key to prioritizing updates and …
Record low interest rates, the likelihood of a rate increase Q1/Q2 of 2022, and the impressive gains in real estate values this past year make now the ideal time to refinance your mortgage. The general rule of thumb – if …
Though he drives me absolutely bonkers, my brother Michael is a wizard in the kitchen, thus makes up for the bonkers. There is nothing better to snack on in the middle of dreary, frigid winter than his Spressata! One day …
Owning real estate is an excellent way to build wealth. But, it’s not just buying and selling at a profit that can generate an income. Owning a rental investment property is a great first step toward creating a residual and …
If you own property in Chicago this is a must-read! We have seen some wild increases in taxable values, with property assessments up between 20% and 325%! 2021 (the triennial) is the first time to challenge the newly assessed values. …
Buying a fixer-upper home can be a great idea, but there are a number of factors to consider first before taking the plunge. To begin with, you’ll want to evaluate the location and the extent of repairs. This is a …
Buying a new home in Chicago? It might be in your best interest to look into title insurance. A lot of people may not opt for owner’s title insurance, or even know what it is. In reality, title insurance is …
You’ve decided to start the next chapter in your family’s story and move to a new home. So much excitement and anticipation come with such a big change—and a lot of work. While it seems like a herculean feat, there …
