Since the start of the pandemic two years ago, the housing market (and the world) has taken a lot of twists and turns! It has been naturally unpredictable with rates hitting and maintaining record lows, and home prices rapidly rising due to availability and inflation. For those on the outside looking in, it’s been hectic […] Read More

If you’re starting to think about buying your first home, need to upgrade your current home, or are just ready to get out of your parents’ house, you’re probably wondering – how quickly can I complete the home buying process? Truth be told – the amount of time from pre-qualification to closing day will vary […] Read More

What a year 2020 has been. Already almost through the year and so much has happened. But still, the question remains throughout the years, is it better to buy or rent? There are many factors to consider if buying or renting is the best option for you. Ultimately, this decision is based on you and […] Read More

As most of the current Illinois residents know – the property taxes in the state are some of the highest in the country. The property tax rate for your home will depend on the county you live in, but the further away from the city you are, the cheaper your property taxes will be. There […] Read More

Regardless of where you’re looking for a home – there will be mortgage companies of all sizes who would like your business. It’s important to visit multiple lenders when you’re ready to start the process of buying a home – they can offer different terms and rates based on your financials and homebuying scenario. If […] Read More