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Our goal here is to overview what happens from first contemplating an offer to the day of closing. You will see that this write-up is set up as a worksheet that you can fill in as we go. Before we begin, we should point out that most real estate in Chicago is, we believe, is measured in brush str...
11/09/2010
The most advanced Internet search available is called connectMLS, a system that easily beats Realtor.com or other public searches. After you read this sheet, we think you'll agree: public search engines may be useful for picking neighborhoods, but they can't hold a candle to connectMLS when it co...
10/29/2010
•1.     Thou shalt not change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job. •2.     Thou shalt not buy a car, truck or van (or you may be living in it)! •3.     Thou shalt not use charge cards excessively or let your accounts fall behind. •4.     Thou shalt not spend money you have set aside for c...
10/26/2010
There are many factors to consider when selecting a neighborhood that is right for you.  In these posts, we will list just a few of the many factors -- you may think of others that are important to you.  Look for things like access to major highways, public transportation, and shopping.  Listen f...
10/22/2010
There are many factors to consider when selecting a neighborhood that is right for you.  In these posts, we will list just a few of the many factors -- you may think of others that are important to you.  •·         Look for things like access to major thoroughfares, highways, and shopping.  •·   ...
10/21/2010
There are many factors to consider when selecting a neighborhood that is right for you.  In these posts, we will list just a few of the many factors -- you may think of others that are important to you.  Different neighborhoods have characteristic personalities designed to best suit single people...
10/19/2010
In the Chicago area, it is customary for buyers to get a full pre-approval from a lender before they find the home they want to buy.  Why? A seller may choose to make concessions only if they know that your financing is secured. You can select the best loan package without being under pressure. T...
10/14/2010
Purchasing a home is a very important decision and a big undertaking in your life.  In fact, most people only choose a few homes in their lifetime.  You should be well equipped and armed with up-to-date information for your big decision.  I am even prepared to guide you through every phase of the...
10/11/2010
For multi-units the work needed over 5-7 years is typically even more than with single family homes: 50K or less could be called LITTLE/NO work, 100K SOME work, and 150K GUT REHAB. For condo's and town homes, many times the repair list is much smaller, but now even that is changing. In some secti...
10/07/2010
For older single-family homes in the city, we typically find the range of work needed over the next 5-7 years runs on a range of: 50K on the light end, 75K in the middle, 100K PLUS at the high end:   And this is just the start of what you'll find at www.Chicagoland2to4Flats.info!!!
10/05/2010
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