by Ben Lalez | May 24, 2024 | Buying
Funding a down payment can be one of the biggest obstacles to homeownership as well as when refinancing a property. Loans typically require a borrower to make a down payment for the property they are considering, which could represent a significant expense, especially...
by Ben Lalez | May 10, 2024 | Buying
The time is ripe for homebuyers in Chicago, with affordability up from last year and new programs to boost housing supply going into summer of 2024. Buying your first property isn’t cheap, however, with closing costs and cost of living making it hard to budget for...
by Ben Lalez | Apr 25, 2024 | Buying
Closing costs are a key step to purchasing any property in Chicago, whether it’s your first time or you’re a real estate regular. Watch out for these common closing costs during your next home purchase… Experts recommend putting 2-5% of your purchase price aside for...
by Ben Lalez | Apr 11, 2024 | Buying
Buying your first home in Chicago? Save time and money by avoiding these 5 common pitfalls plaguing real estate rookies. Ready, Set, Chicago Make your first home buying experience easy with advice from top-rated Chicago real estate agents. Mistake #1: Forgetting to...
by Ben Lalez | Jan 28, 2024 | Buying
Chicago is renowned for its vibrant neighborhoods, diverse culture, and a plethora of housing options. The Chicago neighborhoods located in the Near North Side Community Area like Streeterville, River North, and Gold Coast are mostly condos and townhomes managed by...
by Ben Lalez | Jan 5, 2024 | Buying
An assumable mortgage offers the opportunity for a homebuyer to not only acquire the seller’s property but also inherit their existing loan. This means the new owner takes over the remaining loan balance, repayment schedule, and interest rate. Assumable...
