Posted by Joshua Inglis // January 4, 2016
With the recent interest rate hikes, is it still a good time for property owners to sell? It will depend on a number of factors but if the feds continue to raise the interest rate over the next year it will probably be a good time to sell. However, some economists predict that this will […]
Posted by Joshua Inglis // December 28, 2015
While most remodeling efforts do not come with any penalties, there are home renovations that increase taxes which you should be aware. The bad news is that many homeowners are unaware that there are certain renovations which affect their taxes until they see the actual bill. So, it is very important to understand which type […]
Posted by Joshua Inglis // December 21, 2015
When it comes to the Windy City, Chicago offers many different popular attractions and locations that are well known. However, there are many hidden treasures that help make purchasing Chicago real estate extra special knowing that these gems are around. While every city has its own secrets, there is something rather eclectic and wonderful about […]
Posted by Joshua Inglis // December 14, 2015
While it is true that a homeowner will know their residence better than any other person, that does not mean they know how to market it or sell it. Many homeowners find themselves sorely tempted to use a For Sale by Owner (FSBO) approach when it comes to marketing their residence. Unfortunately, in the vast […]
Posted by Joshua Inglis // December 7, 2015
There are only two things guaranteed in life, death and taxes. Will the tax hikes be the death of Chicago? The residents of Chicago are now facing increases in taxes that have come at arguably the worst time. In a time when presidential candidates are promising lower taxes for most people, the Chicago tax hikes […]
Posted by Joshua Inglis // November 30, 2015
Is your real estate advertising really paying off? Advertising is the life blood of most industries and even those with substantial networks, referrals and leads will still use advertising to build up their customer base and reach new prospects. Having ineffective real estate ads not only decreases the chances of sales, but it also costs […]
Posted by Joshua Inglis // November 23, 2015
Just how does credit repair for real estate work? It is a good question because there are many people willing to purchase properties, yet they do not have the credit score to qualify for the right mortgages. There is no question that many Americans have significant credit issues to the point where many are just […]
Posted by Joshua Inglis // November 16, 2015
When you consider that the millennial generation might produce 80 million renters, it becomes very important to understand what renters really want in the types of property that they need. Millennials in particular are different than previous generations in ways that will need to be understood in order for property owners to know how to […]
Posted by Joshua Inglis // November 9, 2015
It is possible that an average person can buy a home with less than $10,000 in their pocket? In this day and age of renting, many people actually have the capacity to purchase properties at very low prices if they have the knowledge and desire to act quickly when the opportunity presents itself. This is […]
Posted by Joshua Inglis // November 2, 2015
When it comes to telling how much a property is worth, there are multiple approaches to take depending on your objectives. Understanding each method of property valuation is vital towards finding the proper price to set for your property and when purchasing property to make sure you are getting a good deal. Comparable Sales This is […]