Author: George Rodriguez

Top 5 Mistakes Chicago Home Sellers Make

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Finally, it’s time to put up the sale sign, get offers and sell the home. If only it were that easy. While it may not sound complicated at first thought, the process of selling a home has several aspects that sellers must consider to bring top dollar promptly.  As difficult as it may be to … Continued

How to Stay in My Home After Foreclosure in Chicago

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A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued

5 Benefits of Selling Your House for Cash in Chicago

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Selling your house in Chicago? Don’t want to pay commission but not interested in listing yourself? Why not examine the method of selling directly? There are a significant number of pros to consider. If you’ve never really explored working with a professional buyer, you may be surprised to learn why so many choose this option.  … Continued

5 Signs of a Bad Chicago Real Estate Agent

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Overwhelmingly, real estate agents honorably perform their professional duties. However, sellers like you are just one of many when an agent focuses on the almighty dollar instead of fulfilling their fiduciary duty to you. Read on to discover five of the signs of a bad Chicago real estate agent. Trust A fiduciary relationship in real … Continued

Understanding the Foreclosure Process in Illinois

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Understanding the foreclosure process in Illinois is an important part of navigating your own home foreclosure. Before we dive in… Understanding the Foreclosure Process in Illinois What is foreclosure anyway? Foreclosure is the legal process that lenders use to take back property securing a loan, generally after the borrower stops making payments. Foreclosure is no fun. … Continued

5 Tips for Investment Partnerships in Chicago

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Investing with a partner to buy real estate can be beneficial to both. You must take steps to ensure that the relationship will endure, however, so you need to develop a plan for the partnership from the initial investment through the exit strategy. Additionally, it has to be the right fit for you. While you … Continued

How to Resolve Disputes With Investment Partners in Chicago

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Buyers or sellers often team up in their real estate investment endeavors with a partner with which they can build an investment portfolio, with the dream of full enjoyment of their golden years in the style to which they have become accustomed. Naturally, you have selected a partner on the same page as you regarding … Continued

5 Tips for Siblings Dealing With Inherited Property in Chicago

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Have you inherited property in Chicago? Sadly, without proper forethought, you may suddenly face life without your parents, who have left their property to all of their children without a plan in place, which can be quite a chaotic experience. Dealing with a sudden whirlwind of paperwork and details during such an emotionally difficult time … Continued