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There is an old saying that you do not have a second chance to make a first impression. That saying is particularly true when it comes to selling your home. There are a number of buyer turnoffs that will affect the sale your home even if everything else is perfect and may send the potential […]

There are a considerable number of Chicago July festivals which offer a wide variety of activities and events for families in the greater Chicago area. 35th Anniversary Chicago Music Awards –        July 1st, 5pm VIP Red Carpet, 7pm Awards Showcase –        Union Park, 1501 West Randolph Street Windy City Ribfest in Uptown –        July 1st […]

When it comes to being a real estate investor, one of the most important aspects is being the head or chief financial officer (CFO) of your efforts. You will need to have a strong understanding of the funds coming in and the expenses going out or you will have great difficulty in succeeding. The good […]

Thanks to the current low interest rates and flexibility, it is a perfect time to borrow money to purchase the home of your dreams or an investment property.  There are at least five questions to ask your lender that will help you decide if they are a good fit. The more you know and the […]

A real estate power team is only as good as its weakest member, so you will need to get the best people around you to maximize your success. What follows are the eight professionals you need for your real estate power team. Real Estate Broker Everything starts with the agent who finds the deals, understands […]

There are several festivals in June located in the greater Chicago area that are fun for the entire family. Plus, the Chicago June festivals are inexpensive, fun, and offer greater insight into the unique cultures that reside in the Chicago area. Do Division Street Fest & Sidewalk Sale –        June 3rd to 5th, 2016 –        […]

When it comes to investing in real estate, working with motivated sellers is a must. This is why so many investors spend thousands of dollars on their marketing efforts. However, if you can master the art of finding sellers on a budget, you can keep more money while finding the right deals. Here are just […]

The rehab home you have worked on isn’t truly complete until you sell it. No matter how great the home looks today, selling your rehab is paramount in order to get back the money you put in and nice profit to boot. However, you cannot try to sell the property for more than what it […]

Real estate, like any other industry, is plagued with numerous myths and the rehab business is perhaps the most myth-ridden of all. From foreclosure to the myths about properties that are ideal for rehab, there is truly a need to look at the reality and not some perception that has developed over time. The Money […]

If you think that failing to pay your property taxes won’t catch up with you, think again. If you don’t believe me, stop paying your property taxes and you will really see who owns your home…the government. Not paying your property taxes on time can be much more expensive in the long run. If you […]