John Ziemba's Real Estate Blog

OK, your going to rent now.  How do you pick an apartment or rental property.  Lets look at the physical property and what you need to know.  The best potential property that is the best is the one that fits your needs the best.  Let's start with the two most basic features of any properties. Bed...

So you have followed my the steps in my previous post Selling? Thinking a short sale is an option, here's what you need to know and now your COMPLETE package has been submitted to the bank.  Now what?Typically after the first meeting of a client I have them sign an authorization allowing me to co...

Did you serve outside the country for a period of 90 days between December 31st 2008 and May 1st, 2010?  Members of the uniformed services, members of the Foreign Service and employees of the intelligence community are eligible for this.  The tax credit gives a first time home buyer $8000 and mov...

With the decline of real estate prices in the greater Chicagoland area many people are considering performing a short sale in order to sell their home.  Here is what you need to know.   What is a Short Sale? A short sale is when a bank will accept less then the amount owed for the property and al...

As a real estate agent I often help people who are not yet ready to purchase a home, find a place to rent.  From those experiences I wanted to share with you frequently asked questions and other things I believe that are important related to renting. Typically when first contacted I ask the perso...

Unless you live under a rock, the biggest buzz around the Chicagoland area is that Lebron James will be coming to Chicago to play for the Bulls. So since it's a forgone conclusion, I mean the NBA already stated selling your #6 Chicago Bulls jersey (even if it was for just a short time), I am sure...

In the last 30 days 97 properties have closed in Schaumburg, IL.  Of the properties over 22% were either a foreclosures or short sales.  There were 7 short sales in Schaumburg and 15 REO (Bank Owned) Foreclosure properties that closed in Schaumburg.  Overall the Northwest Suburban Market averaged...

Arlington Heights Commercial Real Estate Information Arlington Heights, IL is located about 25 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, IL.  With a population of over 75,000, Arlington Heights provides great commercial real estate.  Home to Arlington Park Race Track and Northwest Community Hospital o...

 Stunning Home for Sale in Aspen Meadows Subdivision in Palatine, IL View full listing details with pictures and virtual tour for 1619 W. North St. Palatine, IL located in the Aspen Meadows subdivision.   This stunning 4 bedroom and 3 bath home with den exudes style & elegance.  The 2 story foyer...

KW Commercial along with industry leader CoStar     Present a Commercial Mastermind Open to All in the Real Estate Industry May 7th, 2010, Starting at 11am in Palatine, IL Our Feature Presentation: Internet Marketing for Commercial Real Estate      Learn where and how to market your listings     ...