by Illinois Exclusive Buyer Agents | Jul 5, 2020 | Mortgage Information
Use our Mortgage Payment Calculator to calculate what your monthly payment would be: Total AmountDown PaymentInterest RateAmortization Period There are a number of factors to consider when determining the size of the mortgage you can afford. You must consider...
by Jake H | Jun 13, 2020 | Getting Started Buying a Home, Home Buying Tips
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...
by Jake H | Jun 12, 2020 | What to Look For in a Home
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...
by Jake H | Jun 10, 2020 | Finding the Right Real Estate Agent
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...
by Jake H | Jun 9, 2020 | Getting Started Buying a Home, The Home Buying Process
Searching for a new home? From shopping to inspections to agent selections, the whole process is a lot to wrap your head around. Here’s a summary of house-hunting’s who, what, when, and where to make the process a little smoother: Picking a home (1-2 months) First...
by Jake H | Jun 1, 2020 | Finding the Right Real Estate Agent, Getting Started Buying a Home, Home Buying Tips
Real estate agents are more than just witnesses to the purchase of your new home. The agent you choose will affect the options you see, the money you spend, and your success in negotiations. Most people go with the first agent they meet, or a recommendation from a...
by Illinois Exclusive Buyer Agents | Oct 4, 2019 | Getting Started Buying a Home, Home Buying Tips
There are several steps to purchasing a home. It is recommended that you start by consulting your Buyer Agent as early in the process as possible to make sure that you don’t make any missteps. Your agent will help you navigate through each step and make the...
by Illinois Exclusive Buyer Agents | Jul 6, 2019 | Finding the Right Real Estate Agent
Buyer Agents are real estate agents who work for brokerages that always work for real estate buyers only. They never work with sellers of real estate or list properties. The offices where buyer agents work can be referred to as Buyer Agencies, Buyer Brokers or...
by Illinois Exclusive Buyer Agents | Jul 6, 2019 | Getting Started Buying a Home, Mortgage Information
When considering the purchase of a home, buyers must be aware of the different types of mortgages available to them to determine what will best suit their needs. There are two main types of mortgages to be aware of: Fixed Rate and Variable Rate. Fixed Rate Mortgages...
by Illinois Exclusive Buyer Agents | Mar 27, 2019 | Getting Started Buying a Home, Home Buying Tips
Research has shown that most buyers shop for homes online six months or more before they get serious and schedule in-person showings. Once you’ve decided to buy a home, it may be awhile before you make your purchase, that’s completely normal. Here are some...
