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Illinois Couple Says Faux Mini Home Helped Sell Their House in 2 Days
An Illinois couple that sold their home in just two days believe it was the popular faux miniature home in their yard that closed the deal. Dannette and Brad Holifield put up the “whimsy house,” and their two-story home in Rockford on Aug. 10 for $89,900. It sold on Aug. 13 for more than the asking price. The two homes…
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See Inside Deerfield ‘Pie House' On Market for $270K
Known as the “pie house” in Deerfield, this suburban Chicago home for sale may appear narrow, but the listing agent says it’s “larger than appears.” The home features more than 1,600 square feet of living space, according to the listing, including a finished basement, two bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms and an open floor plan on the main level. Touted as an alternative to... -
Chicago Area Landlords Concerned About Pandemic's Impact on Rent
Chicago area landlords are expressing concern about the pandemic’s impact on rent payments, as well as proposed laws and ordinances that would cancel or postpone rent for a certain length of time. The Chicago Real Estate Investors Association (REIA) said rent collection is down to 70 to 75 percent, and as a result, landlords are struggling. “They still have to…
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New Season of ‘The Deed: Chicago' Shows You How to Flip Homes in the City
From real estate to renovation, it’s easy to be captivated by the drama of investing in a property. But flipping a property isn’t always as sexy as it seems. That’s when Sean Conlon swoops in to help on the new season of his show “The Deed: Chicago.”
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How to Make Sure You Are Not Getting Scammed When Making a Real Estate Transaction
Buying or selling a home? Here are some tips to ensure you do not get scammed when making a payment.
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