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  • If you’re trying to buy a home but are having a hard time finding something in your budget, here’s something that can help: consider condos and townhomes.
  • They may better fit your budget, can help you start building equity, and tend to require minimal upkeep and less maintenance.
  • Looking at condos and townhomes can make it easier to find and buy a home. When you're ready, let’s connect.

Previously posted at Simplifying The Market.

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1 Longbow Ct, South Elgin, IL

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$ CLICK FOR CURRENT PRICE 3 BEDROOMS 2.5 BATHROOMS 0.17 acres Lot

Welcome to your dream colonial home nestled in the charming Sugar Ridge neighborhood of South Elgin! With access to two neighborhood parks, a serene pond, and proximity to St. Charles schools, Randall shopping, and the picturesque Fox River, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. Enjoy the privacy of a fenced yard and shed, ideal for outdoor gatherings. This exquisite 3-bedroom residence boasts modern elegance and comfort at every turn. Don't miss the chance to…

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Based on what you’re hearing in the news about home prices, you may be worried they’re falling. But here’s the thing. The headlines aren’t giving you the full picture.

If you look at the national data for 2023, home prices actually showed positive growth for the year. While this varies by market, and while there were some months with slight declines nationally, those were the exception, not the rule.

The overarching story is that prices went up last year, not down. Let’s dive into the data to set the record straight. 

2023 Was the Return to More Normal Home Price Growth

If anything, last year marked a return to more normal home price appreciation. To prove it, here’s what usually happens in residential real estate.

In the housing market,…

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821 Patriot Pkwy, Elburn, IL

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$ CLICK FOR CURRENT PRICE 4 BEDROOMS 3 BATHROOMS 0.3 acres Lot

Impressive, move-in ready ranch home offering 3,300 sq ft in the popular Blackberry Creek neighborhood of Elburn! Gorgeous stone and vinyl exterior, large fenced and landscaped corner lot, 3-car garage, covered front porch, backyard patio and room to play. Ideal location walking distance to elementary school and parks, close to golf course, Metra train and more. Step inside to find a pleasing modern decor, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings with skylights and a flowing open floor plan. Formal…

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Chances are at some point in your life you’ve heard the phrase, home is where the heart is. There’s a reason that’s said so often. Becoming a homeowner is emotional.

So, if you’re trying to decide if you want to keep on renting or if you’re ready to buy a home this year, here’s why it’s so easy to fall in love with homeownership.

Customizing to Your Heart’s Desire

Your house should be a space that’s uniquely you. And, if you’re a renter, that can be hard to achieve. When you rent, the paint colors are usually the standard shade of white, you don’t have much control over the upgrades, and you’ve got to be careful how many holes you put in the walls. But when you’re a homeowner, you have a lot more freedom. As the National Association of…

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Homeownership is a major part of the American Dream. But, the path to achieving this dream can be quite difficult. While progress has been made to improve fair housing access, households of color still face unique challenges on the road to owning a home. Working with the right real estate experts can make all the difference for diverse buyers.

It's clear that achieving homeownership is more challenging for certain groups because there’s still a measurable gap between the overall average U.S. homeownership rate and that of non-white groups. Today, Black households continue to have the lowest homeownership rate nationally (see graph below):


Homeownership is an important part of building household wealth that can be passed down to future…

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Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s really happening with mortgage rates? That might be because you’ve heard someone say they’re coming down. But then you read somewhere else that they’re up again. And that may leave you scratching your head and wondering what’s true.

The simplest answer is: that what you read or hear will vary based on the time frame they’re looking at. Here’s some information that can help clear up the confusion.

Mortgage Rates Are Volatile by Nature

Mortgage rates don’t move in a straight line. There are too many factors at play for that to happen. Instead, rates bounce around because they’re impacted by things like economic conditions, decisions from the Federal Reserve, and so much more. That means they might be up one…

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Some Highlights

  • In today's housing market, you can still come out on top if you have the right team and plan.
  • To win when buying a home, you need to build your team, make strategic plays, consider what’s in and out of bounds, and stand out from the crowd.
  • Let’s connect today to make your winning move.

Previously posted at Simplifying The Market.


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772 Bayberry Dr, Bartlett, IL

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$ CLICK FOR CURRENT PRICE 4 BEDROOMS 2.5 BATHROOMS 0.18 acres Lot

Gorgeous 4 bedroom two story on landscaped fenced lot in the heart of Bartlett! Ideal location close to downtown, parks, shopping, dining, and walking distance to Metra train. Welcoming front porch and two-car attached garage. Large fenced yard with private patio and room to play. Step inside to find modern neutral decor, beautiful upgrades including hardwood flooring throughout the entire home. Spacious kitchen with quartz countertops, chef-grade stainless steel appliances, subway tile…

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Are you on the fence about selling your house? While affordability is improving this year, it’s still tight. And that may be on your mind. But understanding your home equity could be the key to making your decision easier. An article from Bankrate explains:

“Home equity is the difference between your home's value and the amount you still owe on your mortgage. It represents the paid-off portion of your home. You'll start off with a certain level of equity when you make your down payment to buy the home, then continue to build equity as you pay down your mortgage. You'll also build equity over time as your home's value increases.”

Think of equity as a simple math equation. It's the value of your home now minus what you owe on your mortgage. And…

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