Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago is proud to announce Martha May as the recipient of our 30 Year of Service Award…
Keeping track of capital improvements to your home can help you avoid taxes later down the road when you sell…
With mortgage rates having doubled what they were in early 2022, getting the lowest rate possible could mean the difference…
Trouble saving for a down payment may be unnecessarily keeping would-be buyers from getting into a home. They may be…
“It’s not far, if you know the way.” What this expression implies is that you could have a long way…
Special consideration is made by IRS for the sale of a jointly-owned principal residence after the death of a spouse….
Real estate is the preferred investment choice of Americans as identified in a recent survey. With the Dow Jones industrial…
It’s not “if” the rate goes up but “when” the rates goes up; it could make a big difference for…
Some people wait to buy a home until they have 20% down payment to avoid paying the mortgage insurance which…
Having a dust-free home isn’t difficult, but it takes a serious commitment and a housekeeping strategy that addresses the dust…
Fair market value is the price that real estate would sell for on the open market without any unusual forces…
Becoming debt free is as much a part of the American Dream as owning a home but there certainly can…
There are two negotiation periods in some home sales. The primary negotiation takes place when the contract is agreed upon…
It’s surprising to realize that most people spend more time planning their next vacation or cell phone purchase than they…
“If you waste my time, don’t expect me to hang out with you very long.” Anyone can say this. Time…