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TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Image: Rido / Adobestock A home warranty provides homebuyers with financial protection and peace of mind. It can be especially beneficial for someone investing in an older home. If an appliance or system covered under the warranty malfunctions or fails, then it will be… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Photo: © Peopleimages / iStock A school district’s rating is an important consideration when buying a home, at least according to many real estate investors. Homes in top-rated school districts tend to cost more. As a result, buyers sometimes find themselves choosing between nice… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Photo: © Retrostar / Adobestock Home prices are at record heights. In March, the median existing-home sales price climbed year over year by 17.2%, creating a new record. Every sales region in the country posted price increases in the double digits. According to Lawrence… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Goodluz / Adobestock There are many people who would love to buy a home but don’t believe they can until they save up a 20% down payment. There are actually many solutions, including both commercial and government initiatives, aimed at helping people buy a… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Rawpixel / Adobestock A typical step in nearly every home-buying process is a home inspection. This is when a certified home inspector examines the house’s structure and systems looking for issues such as a cracked foundation, significant termite damage, or improper wiring. The inspection… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Image: bmak / Adobestock According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 2020 home sales climbed to the highest level seen since 2006. The year closed with positive gains in existing-home sales, with every sales region in the country posting double-digit year-over-year increases in… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL Whether you’re purchasing your first home or your third, knowing that the house you live in belongs to you fills you with a sense of accomplishment. Along with this feeling of pride comes a large array of benefits. Here are five reasons homeownership is… READ MORE
TO FIND AN OPEN HOUSE IN GLENVIEW IL NORTHBROOK IL OR MORTON GROVE IL WHAT IS YOUR HOME WORTH? CHECK IT OUT! Image: Dean Mitchell / iStock In the unlikely event that disaster strikes, you’ll want to be prepared for the worst. After a burglary, house fire, or flood, it’s hard to think clearly about next-step details… READ MORE