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GONE SAILINGOne of the most picturesque scenes during Chicago's warmer months is the many sailboats and cruisers dotted throughout the bright blue Lake Michigan water.  We'll have to wait a while before we see that again.         IN THE MEANTIME...We can enjoy a touch of spring at Chicago's annua...
01/12/2015
    January 2015 has brought a bone chilling cold snap to much of the the nation. Chicagoans are a hearty lot so the cold doesn't scare us. Even so, no reason to stay out in it for too long if you don't have to. Especially since there are so many attractions that you can enjoy during these brisk ...
01/07/2015
Current interest rates and home prices make overall cost of purchasing a home very affordable for many buyers.  Call me today at 312-725-4498 to discuss the next steps of getting you into your new condo or home.   Have you been on the fence about buying a house? You've been thinking about but thi...
01/05/2015
Dearborn Park, Chicago, ILDearborn Park is a quiet oasis in the South Loop neighborhood, about 1 mile south of the hustle and bustle of downtown Chicago.  Because of its proximity to Chicago's main business district, some residents find it unnecessary to own a car.  For those occasions when a ca...
01/04/2015
Wishing Everyone A Wonderful 2015         I hope that 2014 was all that you wanted it to be.    May all your goals be met and all your dreams be realized in 2015.   To your health and happiness...     Happy New Year!
01/01/2015
Today was a bit of fun mixed in with the usual daily real estate tasks.  Several members of my choir were invited to sing Christmas carols at the residential home for seniors where one of the choir members works.  This is an annual event where the residents gather in the lobby to sing carols and ...
12/22/2014
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Check out the neighbors before they become your neighbors.  When you find a home or condo that you are interested in it's a good idea to drive the block and surrounding area at various times of day, evening and on the weekends.   Up in the night?     An important aspect of purchasing a home withi...
12/09/2014
If your agent is planning to be away, they should already have a back-up person in place to assist you in their absence. You should not have to call to make your own appointments to view homes. Why Isn’t YOUR Buyers Agent Making Your Appointments?   It occurs many times each day - leads come in f...
12/03/2014
This is such a fun time of year!  Trees sparkle with festive lights, stores and shops are decorated for the season and ready to welcome eager shoppers.  If buying a new home is in your plans for the New Year,  don't let Black Friday shopping put a red mark on your ability to do so.       WRITTEN ...
11/28/2014
This my entry into  Kathleen Daniels' November ActiveRain Contest - I Cannot Believe I Just Did THAT!  In my case, I actually can believe I did that!    Things that don't mix: Oil and water Texting and driving Me and some home security alarms - I can't believe I just did that!!!    I've tripped s...
11/19/2014
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Chicago, IL
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