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  In these times when houses may sit on the market for extended periods and many people might not have enough money for a down payment on a new home getting creative may be the answer to solve your problems.  That’s where the rent to own concept comes in.   Renting to own is a concept that could ...
05/02/2010
  So the tax credit is heading out the door and as a first time buyer you’re wondering if you should continue to look for a home or stop and wait for another sign.  Now still remains a great time to buy a home.  Below I will highlight some reasons why.   You’re a fist time buyer and you’re disapp...
04/25/2010
  2010 is shaping up to be a great year to buy a home or investment property.  Don’t spend the rest of your life wondering what if.  What if I had bought my dream home.  What if I had bought that investment property.  The what ifs could go on for a while.  But, the right now will only be here for...
04/03/2010
A suburb in the city: Edison Park is a neighborhood located on the far North/West side of the city of Chicago.  Tucked away as far on the edge of the city as possible, the neighborhood of Edison Park feels like its own suburb.  The neighborhood is one of the safest in the city and is filled with ...
03/24/2010
  You wake up coughing.  A burning sensation filling your throat and your lungs feel like a thousand needles are passing their way through.  Your eyes open but all you can see is black smoke for the split second before the intense stinging starts and tears fill them up.  You shut your eyes becaus...
03/12/2010
Water damage can be a major expense and even lead to health concerns from possible mold growth if left unnoticed, below are several ways to prevent water damage.  It is important that you keep a good eye on the shell of your house as it starts to age.  One of the areas most susceptable to water ...
03/06/2010
I came across a website today that gives the details about the governments Energy Star appliance rebates.  I know in these times just about everybody is looking to save some money, and if you can get back some of the money you've given to the government that might even be better.  With all the bi...
02/12/2010
Your home is for sale and you finally got someone interested enough to come by and take a look at it.  This can make you both excited and nervous, but hopefully some of these hints will calm the nerves.  When a prospective buyer comes over to your home you want them to be able to picture living t...
02/08/2010
For Sale By Owner known to Realtors® as (FSBO's), the sign that sits in front of many for sale homes.  Yes, I am a Realtor®  and Yes, I still fully support a home owner's efforts to sell their home on their own.  I feel that if you have the time and ability to sell your home and put several thous...
02/07/2010
Today I figured I would talk a little about a neighborhood on the far Northwest side of Chicago.  The neighborhood known as Norwood Park.  Norwood Park is a neighborhood filled with nice houses on tree lined streets.  You can find anything ranging from small bungalows to grand victorians througho...
02/01/2010
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Hans Ziegenbein

Illinois Realtor, Chicago Residential Real Estate
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My name is Hans Ziegenbein. I am a lifetime Chicago resident and currently a Realtor working for @properties. Throughout the past number of years I have worked in several aspects of the real estate field including being a licensed Illinois home inspector and doing home rehab. This blog is dedicated to several areas of the real estate field. The main two areas which I have a great deal of knowledge in are 1.Knowing and taking care of your home, 2. Is sharing with you information about Chicago neighborhoods. I will be working my way through these two subjects on a regular basis and attempting to share as much as I can with you. Of course, there will be other bits of information shared throughout as I feel like sharing. Please check back often or follow me for future information.