8 Strategies to Secure a Lower Mortgage Rate Mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster ride this year, rising and falling amid inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty. And even the experts are divided when it comes to predicting where rates are headed next.(1) This climate has been unsettling for some homebuyers and Read more
The process of buying a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. But the journey doesn’t stop when you close on your property. On the contrary, you still have quite a bit to do before you can begin the process of settling into your new place. Fortunately, you don’t have to do Read more
If you’re planning to sell your house and you’ve already moved out, you have to decide whether to stage it or leave it empty. Staging costs money, and though it might not be necessary, it can be beneficial. Buyers Can Imagine Living in a Furnished House When potential buyers view a home, they Read more
If you consider selling your home next year, get your exterior photos done now! Don't showcase your beautiful plants as brown and barren. First impressions are everything! Listing your home in the spring with stunning photos of your outdoor spaces will help your home stand out from the competition. I work with the best Read more
No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to skip ahead to the fun of decorating and settling into a new place. Almost all sellers want to make Read more
The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19% in 2021, driven primarily by low mortgage rates and a major supply shortage. But while some had hoped 2022 Read more
Chicago is undoubtedly the best city to be in the summer! From an endless amount of food festivals, free concerts and movies, to fun outdoor activities - there is something for everyone to enjoy! Here are my top Chicago summer events I'm looking forward too. Cezanne Exhibit at the Art Institute, Now until Read more
Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of them are also feeling desperate to lock in a mortgage—which has only added fuel to the fire. Fortunately, if you’re Read more
If you enjoy entertaining but would like more flexibility, an outdoor kitchen may be the solution. It can give you additional space for cooking and entertaining, but there are drawbacks to consider. Reasons to Create an Outdoor Kitchen If you like to cook outside in the spring and summer but currently only have Read more