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How do Mortgage interest and principal work?
A mortgage is a long-term bank loan that allows people to buy houses and property. In order to turn profit, banks add interest on top of the principal loan payments. The real cost of a mortgage depends on your downpayment, the principal loan, the interest rate, your...
What is a buyer’s agent?
Buying a home is no easy task. For most prospective owners it means a long and emotional journey, filled with difficult decisions. Buyer’s agents exist to guide you along that journey as smoothly as possible. Most people work closely with a buyer’s agent throughout...
How Much of a Mortgage can I afford?
Use our Mortgage Payment Calculator to calculate what your monthly payment would be: There are a number of factors to consider when determining the size of the mortgage you can afford. You must consider the mortgage from the lender's...
First Time Home Buyer Programs in Chicago
As a first-time buyer, saving that 20% downpayment may sound daunting, if not impossible. You are not alone! In fact, the steep downpayment is the single biggest hurdle standing between new buyers and their first homes. For some, it can take a whole lifetime of work...
What to look for when buying a condo
There are many special considerations when buying a condo. Since condos make up a large part of the real estate menu in Chicagoland, it’s wise to understand what makes them different from single family homes. One key difference is the existence of condo associations...
What Is a Buyer’s Agency Agreement
When purchasing a home with a real estate agent, a buyer is almost always asked to sign a buyer’s agency agreement. What exactly is that, and how will you know if your agreement is fair? What is the Buyer's Agreement? A buyer’s agency agreement is a contract between...