Turning a House into a HomeTara LubinWe talk a lot about why it makes sense to buy a home, but more often than not we’re drawn to the emotional reasons for homeownership. No matter the size or shape of a living space, the feeling of a home means different things to...
A Small Renovation can make a BIG difference. Tara LubinWhat the buyer initially sees and feels is what they usually recall when they consider making an offer. If you want buyers to be interested in your Chicago North Shore Suburban home, you need to show it in its...
Holiday Train is now in its 28th year of spreading joy and whimsy around Chicago. Last Saturday the train was on the Purple line at about 4 pm. It’s a full six car train completely redone in Holiday Lights, all along the train cars, around all the windows and right in...
What Down Payment is Needed to Buy a Home? 62% of Buyers Are Wrong About Down Payment Requirements. According to the ‘2019 Home Buyer Report’ conducted by Nerdwallet, many first-time buyers still believe they need a 20% down payment to buy a home in today’s market:...
The Chicago winter is fast approaching. As a North Shore Chicago homeowner, it’s important to keep your home running efficiently, not only to save money, but also to help the environment thrive. October 2nd is Energy Efficiency Day, a perfect time to think about...
Everybody Calm Down! This Is NOT 2008 Last week realtor.com released the results of a survey that produced three major revelations: 53% of home purchasers (first-time and repeat buyers) currently in the market believe a recession will occur this year or next. 57%...
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