Some Good News from the Real Estate Slump: Homes More Affordable
Did homes get too expensive too quickly during the housing boom? Many economists have argued that they did, and that a fall-off in housing prices was inevitable. That fall-off has happened. And perhaps...
View ArticleGrowing Trend: Chinese Parents Buying Chicago Condos for Their Student Children
Have you ever considered buying a Chicago condo for your children to live in while they attend college in one of the city’s universities? You’re not alone. The Chicago Tribune recently ran a feature...
View ArticleChicago Two-Flats Becoming Single-Family Homes in Droves
The two-flat is an essential part of many Chicago neighborhoods. But that isn’t stopping developers from turning many of these properties into more traditional single-family homes, according to a...
View ArticleDemand for Bigger Homes Hitting Lincoln Park
Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood is getting some big homes — really big. And this shouldn’t be a surprise. Lincoln Park is one of the most popular neighborhoods in the city, thanks largely to its...
View ArticleChicago Homeowners Face High Property Tax Bills
Do your property taxes seem a bit high these days? You’re not alone. In fact, if you live in Chicago you and your neighbors are paying some of the highest property taxes in the country. According to...
View ArticleHomebuyers Stay Focused on Quality of Schools
There are plenty of factors to consider when buying a home: The type of home you want, the number of restaurants and shops near a residence, the home’s price and how easy it is to get to highways and...
View ArticleSchools are Important, But They’re Not All That Matters When Looking for a...
When looking for the perfect Chicago home, you’ll need to consider a host of factors, everything from price to the size of your new home to the neighborhood that most excites you. And if you’re the...
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