Posts from May 2024

June is National Homeownership Month — a time to highlight the benefits of owning your own home. Homeownership is a dream for many Americans, and our real estate agents here in Chicagoland are dedicated to making that dream a reality. 

Nothing gives us greater satisfaction than helping someone become a homeowner. If you're thinking about buying a home — especially if it's your first home — you might find yourself both excited and overwhelmed. Read on to learn more about the benefits of homeownership, and consider whether becoming...

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Buying a home is a huge milestone — it's the biggest purchase many people will make in their lifetime. It's exciting, but when you've never done it before, it can also feel a little daunting. You may even feel that buying a home is out of reach, but don't sell yourself short — getting educated about the whole transaction can be the first step in your journey to homeownership.

Introducing Homebuying 101, our new series on everything you need to know about becoming a homeowner. Over the next few months, we'll demystify homebuying so that you can go into it with confidence. 

Below, we've outlined an overview of the whole process. Each step will then become its own post — a dedicated deep dive into on...

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Updated 5/20/2025

When someone inherits a home, the first question they usually ask is, "Now what?" It can be an overwhelming situation. After all, what to do with a home you've inherited is not only a financial decision but also an emotional one. Chances are, you have a lot of memories in that home with the loved one you inherited it from.

Our real estate agents are here to help. Here's what you need to know about inheriting a home and the steps you should take to make the process as seamless and stress-free as possible. 

Options when you inherit a home:

Arguably, the biggest consideration when you inherit a home is what to do with it. Ultimately, you have three options:

• Live in it. Occupying the house keeps the proper...

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May 16 is National Barbecue Day, but we're here to tell you that every day is barbecue day in Chicagoland. Whether your BBQ of choice is Texas, Memphis, Carolina or Kansas City-style, you'll find what you're looking for in Chicagoland neighborhoods. 

There are too many great barbecue joints in Chicago to list them all. This article is only scratching the surface, but these are some of 

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Mother's Day is coming on May 12, and if you're looking for just the right eatery for brunch, Chicagoland is a great place to be. Our real estate agents are excited to share some of their favorite brunch destinations in the city.

You'll find perfect brunch spots in dozens of Chicagoland neighborhoods. No matter where in the city you live, chances are there's a top-notch restaurant for Mother's Day brunch nearby.

• Cafe Fourteen - 300 N Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL 60067
  Cafe Fourteen is a community staple in Palatine, a northwestern suburb of Chicago, where it's been serving breakfast and lunch since 1991. It's a cla...

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