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Is Chicago in a Real Estate Recovery?  Active Rain surveyed the real estate agents, then did some comparatives with other sources and here are the findings. Interestingly, real estate investment is up there and right up my alley.  So, once you read this "infographic", reach out to me and let's ta...

An excellent post about Panel Wiring when either buying or selling your home.  Here in Chicago, the issues that arose from this inspection, would be the same here in Chicago.  Remember, just because you have the box replaced and go from fuses to circuits, doesn't mean that your home is still safe...

      This Turn-of-the-Century Victorian Three Story Home is ready for a new owner.  This Classic Lady is zoned as a Single Family Residence but has had family living  and hence there is another living quarters on the second floor. What an opportunity to redesign this awesome home through rehabb...

    We are not seeing too many new Single Family Properties entering the New Year Market but currently the summary for the first 15 days in February for the Andersonville/Uptown Market indicates:   Price Changes:             2 Closed:                        3 No New Listings and nothing is curre...

Whether owning, buying or selling, it is so important to understand that in the midwest where the temperature changes all the time, that there is a proper way to flash a chimney or roof and a way that will only cause more problems, waste time and money.  So often, more than seeing something flash...

      Maggie Finegan presents A Sweet Heart Deal at 2735 W. Jerome Streetlocated in Chicago's West Ridge Neighborhoodin Chicago, IL  60645 The New Asking Price is: $234,000   This well appointed Georgian Style Three bedroom 1.5 Bath Home abounds with character and charm. Refinished hardwood floor...

    Alderman Harry Osterman and the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce invite you for NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHTS - a weekly event for the months of February and March which will showcase neighborhood businesses through promotions, extended hours and special events. This is a great way to discover Anders...

Valentines Day, one can sink or swim.  I like swimming.  So here are some really great ideas that would make your Valentines Day extra special: 1.  Be Creative:  Granted a card in the mail or an awesome email in your sweet hearts in-box is a great way to start the day.  But get a little more pers...

  One of the items once your home sells is having a home inspection.  I wouldn't wait until the home got sold to run this check list of items to make sure your home is running as smoothly as it can, so we need to back up the horse and cart just a bit. Besides curb appeal, having a home that func...

When one lacks curb appeal or have deferred maintenance on our home, you are decreasing the value of your home by 10%.  Here are some maintenance chores (better known as "the Honey Do List") that will dramatically help the look and appeal of your house. 1.  Starting with the front of your house: ...