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Maximizing Your Tax Benefits: A First-Time Homeowner’s Guide to Tax Season

Maximizing Your Tax Benefits: A First-Time Homeowner’s Guide to Tax Season

by Lauren Traficanto | Mar 7, 2024 | Uncategorized

Navigating tax season can be challenging, especially when you’re a first-time homeowner. The good news: you’re likely entitled to additional tax benefits – from major deductions to perks for building that new home office. The key, though, is understanding what you can...
Spring into Action: 6 Essential Questions for Prospective Homebuyers

Spring into Action: 6 Essential Questions for Prospective Homebuyers

by Lauren Traficanto | Feb 21, 2024 | Uncategorized

Although it doesn’t feel like spring in the Midwest, the busy spring real estate market is underway. And with more competition, it’s important for prospective homebuyers to get their priorities in order before they start touring homes and neighborhoods. If you’re...
Better Together: Why multigenerational living is on the rise

Better Together: Why multigenerational living is on the rise

by Lauren Traficanto | Feb 13, 2024 | Uncategorized

Picture your dream home. Is it a traditional single-family home designed for a conventional nuclear family? Or does your idea of home include extended family — maybe your parents, in-laws, or a favorite aunt or uncle? If so, you’re not alone. While single-family...
Understanding Condo Loans: A Guide for Homebuyers

Understanding Condo Loans: A Guide for Homebuyers

by Lauren Traficanto | Feb 7, 2024 | Uncategorized

Home loans are anything but one-size-fits-all. From conventional loans to jumbo loans to adjustable rate mortgages, and more, borrowers come to the table with diverse needs – and it’s your loan officer’s job to connect you with the right mortgage for your situation....

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Here’s why you shouldn’t let the news scare you away from finding your perfect home:

1️⃣ Every market is different. National headlines might not reflect what’s happening in your neighborhood.
2️⃣ Interest rates change, but so do the opportunities! There are still great deals to be found.
3️⃣ Your dream home might be on the market right now, and waiting could mean missing out.

Let's sit down, talk strategy, and find a home that makes sense for you—no scary headlines here.

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Doing this can help you sell for more money 👇🏼
 
Fall isn’t just for pumpkin spice lattes and cozy sweaters—it’s also prime time to get your home inspection-ready before the spring buying season. 

If you're planning a spring sale, start preparing for the home inspection now. 

Why prepare for an inspection instead of just waiting to see what happens? 

Well, every home inspection will turn up some issues. It's practically a guarantee! 

Even if you've kept your home in pristine condition, age and weather can take a toll. And while most inspection issues are minor, a lengthy report can give buyers the impression that your home hasn't been kept in tip-top shape, and they may ask for credits or concessions. 

The more you can fix in advance, the more smoothly your deal is likely to go. If you have an older home, you might even consider a pre-inspection to give you exact insight on what you should prioritize.

Swipe for a few things you could do now to make your home more appealing to buyers and prevent last-minute headaches later.

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Fall is here, and designers are transforming homes Fall is here, and designers are transforming homes into warm, stylish retreats. 

My favorite thing about interior design is when homes feel cozy and lived-in, but still polished. 

Swipe to see what’s trending in fall interiors this year. And if you’re curious about how to incorporate these trends into your space, let’s chat—I love to talk about home design.

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Chicago was just ranked by experts as the top plac Chicago was just ranked by experts as the top place to live in the U.S. 

It's me. I'm "experts."

Jokes aside, there are so many reasons why Chicago is a great place to live that it's hard to name them all in one social media post! Here are a few of them, though. 

Commuting is simple! If you work in the city, there are endless public transportation options that are affordable and easy to use.

There's tons to do year-round - indoor and outdoors. Our parks district has lots of local programming year-round. 

Our downtown area is super walkable. If you love to walk to coffee shops, post up at an all-day cafe with your laptop, or head out for date night, you can do all of that without calling an Uber.

Did I miss anything? What do you love about living in Chicago?

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