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FSBO property listings are one option for homeowners in Chicago. “Let’s sell it ourselves and save all of those real estate agent commission fees for ourselves!” Sounds great, right? When it comes to FSBO listings for sale by owner, going it alone isn’t always the right move. The process of selling a home is much … Continued

It’s no secret that it is a hot market right now in the real estate world. Low housing inventory and high demand should mean that your home would sell quickly. Homeowners are often left to wonder why their house just is not selling or even getting any showings when the Chicago real estate market is … Continued

Unlike a private home, selling your multi-family property involves several people, depending on the number of units. Sellers must put a great deal of consideration into the transaction to ensure they aren’t crossing any legal lines regarding the laws, rules, and regulations of Chicago by which multi-family property owners must abide. Failure to do so … Continued

Do you need to sell your house in Chicago? For homes that need updates, remodeling, or total rehabbing, standard real estate sales listings are not necessarily the best option to sell for a fair price. Some homeowners are not financially or physically able to carry out the necessary work to compete on the Chicago market.  … Continued

A traditional property listing isn’t the only way to sell your house in Chicago. As the population pushes away from larger cities, along with a pool of skimming over the rental phase typically experienced in earlier adulthood, opting for the benefits of more permanent housing with recreational amenities and a more home-based lifestyle driving the … Continued

Are you ready to sell your house right now? Listing with a real estate agent who places the house on the MLS is not always the best answer to sell your Chicago house. Often burdened with hurdles that prevent them from moving forward with the traditional listing process, homeowners must seek other options to sell … Continued

Have you ever considered using a rent to own agreement to sell your house in Chicago? The real estate market is in a period of transition as more people are working from home, and homeschooling is on the rise. Many would-be buyers are also transitioning their credit standing to prepare for homeownership in Chicago, as … Continued

Do you need to sell your house in Chicago? When most people consider selling their home, they immediately picture calling a real estate agent and listing their home on the MLS. However, this is not always the most beneficial way for you to sell your home.  There are many factors to consider, such as how … Continued

Are you ready to sell your home but are hesitant because of the high commissions paid to a real estate agent? Would you rather not deal with paperwork, marketing, legal issues, showings, and all other hassles of listing for yourself? Did you know there is another option?  With a direct sale, you can bypass all … Continued

Selling your house in Chicago? Don’t want to pay commission but not interested in listing yourself? Why not examine the method of selling directly? There are a significant number of pros to consider. If you’ve never really explored working with a professional buyer, you may be surprised to learn why so many choose this option.  … Continued

Overwhelmingly, real estate agents honorably perform their professional duties. However, sellers like you are just one of many when an agent focuses on the almighty dollar instead of fulfilling their fiduciary duty to you. Read on to discover five of the signs of a bad Chicago real estate agent. Trust A fiduciary relationship in real … Continued

Have you ever considered selling your house directly? Sellers facing the reality of repair costs are all too often overwhelmed with the work, time, and expense of readying their home for a traditional listing. Selling on your own or with a licensed real estate agent entails much of the same process. While you’ll potentially save … Continued

The true costs of owning the wrong Chicago home can be not only emotional but very expensive. Why live another day in a home that you can no longer afford or just doesn’t suit your lifestyle any longer? Here are some of the true costs of owning the wrong home in Chicago. Overbought Many times … Continued

Are you truly happy with your house in Chicago? While there are several upsides to homeownership, as with everything in life there is always a cost to benefits. Over time, circumstances can change meaning that what may have once made your dream home is an asset no longer serves you. We will explore these five … Continued

Thinking about selling your house in Chicago? Traditional home sales carry several expenses, some of which you may not have taken into consideration. No matter if you select to work with a professional real estate agent or sell on your own, you’re likely to run into all of these expenses. We will explore five costs … Continued