Even in a floundering luxury market, there’s been no shortage of ridiculously over-the-top listings and purchases in 2019. And while the world of multi-million-dollar spec houses and celebrity homes can feel like fantasy, the issues facing high-end listings are not so...

3 grant programs offered by Illinois Housing Development Authority:    4% of the purchase price up to $6,000 in assistance for down payment & closing costs, forgiven monthly over 10 years – it’s a gift that does not have to be repaid 30-year, fixed rate...

They're Creepy & They're Kooky As we approach Halloween, there are millions of people flocking to their favorite haunted house to scream and be scared. I’m not one of them. I’ve never understood the concept of paying someone to scare you, and I'm not too keen of...

A home purchase is essentially one of the largest purchases you'll make in your lifetime. It's important that you that you are informed and confident about the decision you're making. Check out these six tips that will save you time, money, and headaches: FIND THE...

When putting your home on the market to sell, it is very important to think about what improvements/upgrades you may be able to do to put your home up for top dollar. What will set your home apart from the others to bring more interest? And what things have you...

     Almost every one of my buyer clients ask me at some point during our transaction about nearby grocery stores, shopping, parks, or wonders how they can arrange their furniture around the home, etc. While I'm always happy to assist on locating a nearby...

One of my earliest holiday memories is driving around with the family and looking at all the amazing Christmas lights. Here is a list of the best Christmas light displays in the Chicagoland area. ALSIP 11629 S. Laramie Ave. 4505 W. 129th St. AURORA Lehnertz Avenue...

There are a vast number of programs available to assist those buying homes in Illinois. Here are two of the most common ones people qualify for. 1st Home Illinois Offers:  $7,500 cash grant for down payment and closing costs 30-year, fixed rate mortgage with a...

The Disabled Veterans' Standard Homestead Exemption provides a reduction in a property's EAV to a qualifying property owned by a veteran with a service-connected disability. Beginning in tax year 2015: $2,500 homestead exemption is available to a veteran with a...