Category Archives: Chicago

Chicago Tenants Rights and Foreclosures – FAQ

Chicago Tenants Rights and Foreclosures – FAQ I come across a lot of tenants that are in units that have been foreclosed. This is definitely a stressful situation. They were paying their rent on time, but the owner stopped paying … Continue reading

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I’m going to keep my eye on you!

I just had to take a few pictures of this Giant Eye sculpture. This sculpture is near Van Buren and State Street in the Loop. It is a very interesting sculpture. It gets a lot of attention. From my pictures … Continue reading

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Buckingham Fountain

The Buckingham Fountain is a major attraction in Chicago. But, of course, you already knew that. It is located near 500 South Lake Shore Drive. I decided to visit the Fountain today. I took a few pictures while I was … Continue reading

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Closing Costs

Closing Costs in Illinois The Chicago Tribune published an article today on the topic of closing costs. According to a recent study, closing costs average $3,500 in Illinois. This would be for purchases which required financing. For cash transactions, closings … Continue reading

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FHA Approved Condos

Many potential buyers don’t realize that most condos are NOT FHA approved. FHA prefers to insure loans on single-family homes, two-to-four unit properties, and some mixed-use properties. So in order to buy most condos, you will have to use conventional … Continue reading

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Million Dollar Homes in Kenwood Chicago

Click here for Million Dollar Listings in Kenwood Let’s take a quick look at the real estate market in Kenwood – Chicago. Specifically, let’s look at the market for million dollar homes. I find the Kenwood neighborhood fascinating. Many famous … Continue reading

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Bronzeville and Kenwood Real Estate Analysis – Chicago, IL 60653

*Based on sales data from the MLS for JAN-01-2010 through JUL-20-2010 This report is based on sales data from the MLS for JAN-01-2010 through JUL-20-2010. This is for zip code 60653 only. This zip code includes a few different neighborhoods. … Continue reading

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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Robie House in Hyde Park

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Enjoy the Bronzeville Lake Front and Beach – 39th Street – Chicago

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Driving Down Lake Shore Drive

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