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New Construction

You know the market is heating up when you start seeing new construction. This property is being built near Halsted and Division.

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Illinois had the highest rate of foreclosure in AUG 2012

Illinois has gained the dubious distinction of having the country’s highest rate of foreclosure in August 2012. In August 2012, almost 18,000 homes received a foreclosure filing. That number represents a 18% increase versus the same time last year. In … Continue reading

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Driving Down Lake Shore Drive

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South Loop Real Estate Analysis – Chicago

I recently examined condo values for Hyde Park. Now let’s go a little further north and take a look at the South Loop Real Estate market. The South Loop is a very popular neighborhood. I feel that this area is … Continue reading

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FHA Condo Financing

FHA approved financing for condos is hard to come by. FHA has strict requirements for approving a condo for financing. This is unfortunate, because the current credit crunch is making it more difficult to obtain condo financing. Most conventional programs … Continue reading

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