Has the Market Hit Bottom?
Home buyers across Illinois are wondering if the real estate market has hit the bottom. Let’s take a look at some of the factors involved in our Illinois real estate market.
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Who Pays When a Home Forecloses? We All Do
A home foreclosure creates a ripple that affects more than just the homeowner. Every homeowner and taxpayer in Illinois is harmed when a home is foreclosed on in the community.
Continue reading →The Truth of Foreclosure – it Can Happen to Anyone
The rate of foreclosure in Illinois has risen some 57% in the past couple years. Learn more about the mounting foreclosure crisis in Illinois and the difficulties facing Illinois home owners.
Continue reading →How Does an Appraisal Work?
Real estate appraisals are often part of the home buying or home selling process. Learn more about what a home appraisal is, how it’s done and some important facts about appraisals in Illinois.
Continue reading →Mortgage Terror
Rules for mortgage lenders have changed so many times that home buyers in Illinois are struggling to get financed. Find out some of the troubles facing buyers applying for home loans.
Continue reading →Truth About Credit – Today’s Tip
Applying for a mortgage can be confusing – you need to know what the lenders are looking for. Learn some valuable information about credit and how it applies to getting a mortgage.
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