Over the past year or so, many people have talked about how tough it is to buy a home. And while there’s no arguing affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s starting to get a bit better and may improve even more throughout the year. Elijah de la Campa, Senior Economist at Redfin, says: […]

If you have student loans and want to buy a home, you might have questions about how your debt affects your plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off those loans before you can buy your first home? Or could you still qualify for a home loan even with that debt? Here’s a look […]

Before deciding to buy a home, planning for all the costs you’ll be responsible for is important. While you’re busy saving for the down payment, don’t forget you’ll also want to prep for closing costs. Here’s some helpful information on those costs and how much you should budget for them. What Are Closing Costs? A recent […]

Are you thinking about buying a home in Chicago, Illinois, soon? If so, you should know that today’s market is competitive in many areas because the number of homes for sale is still low, leading to multiple-offer scenarios. As we approach the peak homebuying season this spring, this is only expected to ramp up further. Remember […]

If you are considering buying a property in your area, like Chicago Gold Coast or Irving Park, pre-approval is a crucial part of the process you don’t want to skip. So, before you start picturing yourself in your new living room or dining on your future all-season patio, be sure you are working with a […]

If you plan to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying closer attention to the housing market than normal. And you’re getting your information from various channels: the news, social media, a trusted real estate advisor, conversations with friends and loved ones, the list goes on and on. Most likely, home prices and mortgage rates […]

Some Highlights Planning to buy a home in Chicago, Illinois in 2024? Here’s what to focus on. Improve your credit score, plan for your down payment, get pre-approved, and decide what’s most important. Let’s connect with real estate professionals, so you have expert advice on achieving your home-buying goals this year.

If you’re planning to buy a home in your area, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. One way to ease those concerns is to ensure you understand some of the costs you may encounter upfront. And to do that, always turn to trusted […]

Some Highlights If you want to buy a home in your area, you may not need as much for your down payment as you think. There are various loan options for qualified buyers with down payments as low as 3.5% or even no down payment requirement. Thousands of programs are also available to help homebuyers with their down payments. […]