All Entries Tagged With: "Buying a home"
A Helpful Hand Through the Appraisal Process
Whether you are buying or selling Chicago real estate, or a home in the suburbs, or property anywhere in the world for that matter, the appraisal is an important and stressful part of the process. That’s why the Appraisal Institute has created helpful tips to help homeowners and buyers avoid appraisal issues. “Too many consumers [...]
Ultimate Resource for New Construction a Finger Click Away
Research has shown that more than 80 percent of potential home buyers use the Internet to search for a home. Now there’s a new home listings powerhouse that should make finding that new construction much easier. HomeFinder.com and Builders Digital Experience (BDX) announced today that they are expanding to create one of the largest databases [...]
Home Buyers Tax Credit Expiring: Now What?
Friday is the last day to take advantage of the Federal Home Buyers Tax Credit. Do you have a contract in place? If not, don’t fear. While Congress hasn’t announced any plans to extend the program, others are stepping up with incentives to help the struggling real estate market, and my guess is there will [...]
Take Advantage of Free Classes from the Federal Reserve of Chicago
It’s Money Smart Week! The Federal Reserve has been hosting a series of free events throughout the week designed to help consumers manage their personal finances, and there are a ton of classes for homeowners or those that want to be. There are sessions on mortgages, buying a home, buying or avoiding foreclosures, federal programs, [...]
Get Free Real Estate Help
The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is hosting a series of free events and classes throughout the week designed to help consumers manage their personal finances. Money Smart Week 2010 is in full swing. Here are the real estate events for April 21: What: Foreclosure Prevention: Receive guidance and information and explore resources to help [...]
