by Ben Lalez | Dec 31, 2024 | Buying, Condos, Real Estate, Relocating
Some of you may be starting 2025 with the excitement of buying a new home! And if you’re buying a property in Chicago during the winter months, your home inspection will uncover some unique challenges that are much different than buying in the summer months. After...
by Ben Lalez | Dec 23, 2024 | Buying, Condos, Lifestyle, Real Estate, Relocating, Selling
Let’s be honest, buying or selling a home in Chicago can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with pieces from different boxes. Everyone seems to have advice about the ‘right way’ to do it, and it’s hard to know who to believe. Imagine how we feel after helping over...
by Ben Lalez | Dec 17, 2024 | Buying, Condos, Lifestyle, Real Estate
Are you wondering how to find that perfect Chicago neighborhood where great transit meets an amazing lifestyle? Don’t worry, we’re the Ben Lalez Team and we got you covered. After selling more than 1,000 homes in Chicago over the last decade, we’ve learned a thing or...
by Ben Lalez | Dec 4, 2024 | Buying, Condos, Real Estate
Hey there Chicago homeowner! This article might not cover the most exciting topic in the world, but it’s definitely one that can save you thousands of dollars each year. We’re talking about your Homeowner Exemption. We know that property taxes are already a hefty...
by Ben Lalez | Nov 27, 2024 | Buying, Real Estate, Relocating
For over a decade, our team has been walking the streets of Chicago, helping people make their real estate dreams come true. Along the way, we’ve seen it all: the wins, the challenges, and sometimes the costly mistakes that buyers can make. That’s why we’re...