Posts from June 2024
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Chicagoland Fireworks Displays 2024
You can't have the Fourth of July without fireworks. It's as American as baseball and hot dogs — two things we happen to be experts in here in Chicagoland — and you can bet that our real estate agents will be out watching the sky over the city this July Fourth. The city and its many suburbs will host multiple festivals and events throughout the week of Independence Day, so you'll have no shortage of opportunities to take in a stunning fireworks display. Below are just a few of the upcoming celebrations.
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Homebuying 101: Getting a Preapproval
Welcome back to Homebuying 101! So far we've covered the basics of the homebuying process, how to find a real estate agent and questions to ask once you've found one. Now, we're diving into the next step — finances.
Saving up for a downpayment is a big part of the homebuying process, but obtaining a preapproval is just as...
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Homebuying 101: Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent
Welcome back to Homebuying 101. For the first installment of this series, we'll tackle how to interview an agent. Once you've narrowed down your buyer's agent search to a few candidates, it's time to start getting to know them. You'll want to consider not just their experience and professional expertise, but how well the two of you communicate. After all, a home search can sometimes take months or even over a year, so you'll want to find someone that you're comfortable with. Depending on your situation, there can be any number of important, relevant questions you can ask — here are a few to get you start...
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Homebuying 101: How to Find a Real Estate Agent
Welcome back to Homebuying 101, a series on all the basics of buying your first home. For the second installment, we'll be diving into agents themselves, and explain how to find the right agent for you. When you're getting ready to buy or sell a home, finding the right representation can make all the difference. Sometimes, however, it can be hard to know where to start. First, let's define the types of agents.
Buyer, Seller and Dual Agents
A buyer's agent is someone who will help you shop for listed properties, make an offer and negotiate with the seller. A listing agent or
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Children's Museums Perfect For Summer Visits in Chicagoland
Summer in Chicagoland means strolls along the Riverwalk and hot dogs at Wrigley Field. But it also offers a great opportunity to explore the city's many kid-friendly museums.
Museums offer entertainment, education, and the most precious of commodities on a hot summer day in Chicago—air conditioning! These are some of our real estate agents' favorite children's museums in Chicagoland.
- Chicago Children's Museum - 700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Located on Navy Pier in the heart of the Streeterville area, the Chicago Children's Museum
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