How Much Does It Really Cost to Sell a Home in Chicagoland?
If your home is sold for $xxx, do you really net $xxx? Home sellers are often surprised at how many line items appear on a closing statement. Online calculators usually…
Best Time of Year to Sell a Home in Chicagoland vs. NW Indiana
If you’ve owned a home for more than a few years, you’ve probably heard this advice - “Spring is the best time to sell.” That’s only part of the story.…
Naperville, IL: What Is My Home Worth Right Now?
For many Naperville homeowners, the big question isn’t IF they can sell — it’s WHAT PRICE they can realistically expect from serious buyers. With data now showing both appreciation and…
Munster, IN: What Is My Home Worth Right Now?
If you’ve looked at online home estimates — Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com — you’ve probably seen lots of different numbers. One site might say your home is worth $370,000 and another…
Should I Sell My Home in 2026 or Wait Until 2027?
Lately this question has been on a lot of homeowners’ minds: “Is now the right time to sell — or am I better off waiting a year?” It’s a smart…
2026 Housing Market Forecast – What Sellers in NW Indiana, Chicago & Naperville Should Know
If you’re thinking about selling your home this year, understanding the 2026 housing market trends can help you time your listing, set expectations on pricing, and plan your next move…
How to File Homestead Property Tax Deduction (Lake County, IN): Your Smart Savings Guide
If you’re buying a home in Lake County, Indiana—or already own one—you’re in luck: Indiana offers a homestead deduction that can halve your property tax cap, making it an essential…
Cross Border Real Estate: Comparing 2026 Closing Costs in NW Indiana vs Chicago
How do closing costs differ between Northwest Indiana and Chicago, IL in 2026? Here’s a data-backed breakdown for home buyers comparing both sides of the border. Understanding 2026 Closing Costs…
Listings under contract reach 8-month high
For the week of 4/4-4/11, Greater Chicago area residential real estate market: New listings are not catching up to previous year's numbers; available for-sale properties can not meet the high…
8 Eye-Opening Things Home Inspectors Can’t Tell You
What’s included in a home inspection may not be as important as what isn’t.A home inspection may feel like a final exam, but it's not quite so clear cut. Your inspector's report…
Unexpected Remodeling Expenses That’ll Bust Your Budget
By: Lisa Kaplan GordonSurprise! That remodeling project you’ve been planning, such as taking down a wall or adding a kitchen island, can have sticker-shock repercussions. Why? Hidden costs, including moving pipes…
You Could Be Wrecking Your Home — And Not Know It (Yet)
Even veteran homeowners make these 9 common — and avoidable — mistakes. Don’t be one of them. #1 Using Bleach as a Cure-All If bleach is your chicken soup…
7 Important Repairs to Make Before Selling A House
The most critical things to do to increase your home’s value before putting it on the market.As a smart seller, you'll want your home in tip-top shape — but you…
Multiple Offers Again?! How to Win When Buying a Home in This Competitive Market
You finally found a home that you’d like to offer, but you found out there are 4 other offers on this house already. Someone outbids you. Fine, let’s move on…
4 Tips to Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford
By: G. M. Filisko What's a rule of thumb to determine how much mortgage you can afford? There's no one rule, but these four tips will tell you. Home ownership should…
A Kitchen Remodel Worksheet to Help You Cut Costs
By: Amy Howell Hirt Find out how much it costs to remodel a kitchen, item by item, so you never spend more than you need to. How much is that kitchen remodel going to cost you?…
What Should Be in an Emergency Survival Kit?
By: Wendy ParisPreparing and keeping a fully stocked home emergency preparedness kit could be the key to your family's safety if disaster strikes. You can’t prevent disasters, but you can take…
Home Buying and Selling During the Pandemic: What You Need to Know
By: Leanne PottsTechnology and good-old-fashioned creativity are helping agents, buyers, and sellers abide by COVID-19 health and safety practices while getting deals done. Some buyers are touring houses virtually. Others visit…
8 Things Home Inspectors Can’t Tell You
Home inspections have its limitations. Better understand what you can and cannot expect from inspections when you buy a home.
How to Disinfect Your Home in the Time of Coronavirus
Make sure your home is free from coronavirus during home showings. What cleaners to use? Where needs more cleaning? All you need to know