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 | May 1, 2024 | Real Estate
Finding the right real estate agent in Chicago can be tricky, but these seven steps will have you ready for the 2024 home-buying season in no time! Your realtor should know Chicago like the back of their hand, helping you avoid common mistakes plaguing homeowning...
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 20, 2024 | Real Estate
Though ahead of its contemporaries, Chicago still has room to grow when it comes to housing affordability. With housing supply dropping to record lows both during and after the pandemic, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has unveiled a new plan to bring affordable real...
