History of NAR Reports The National Association of REALTORS®, (NAR) was founded in Chicago in 1908. Over time, the organization has evolved, and now it’s primary objective it to advocate… Read More »Unpacking the NAR 2024 Report on Buyers and Sellers
Selling a home in the winter months, especially in the Midwest, has its unique challenges and opportunities. Snow-covered landscapes, shorter days, and chilly temperatures can make a home feel unwelcoming… Read More »Selling a Home in a Chicago Winter: Tips to Make Your Home Stand Out
I am one of the Proud Co-Founders of a Cat Rescue I loved my years fostering kittens and over the years I met some amazing friends who shared the same… Read More »A new way to help the kittens: Two Furs Rescue Inc NFP
Prosperity Home Mortgage (PHM) is Ready! The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has announced their proposed increases to Conventional Loan Limits. In response, Prosperity Home Mortgage (PHM) has… Read More »Prosperity Home Mortgage: New Conforming Loan Limits Announced
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Reliving History in Wadsworth Illinois My family and I had the distinct honor and immense pleasure of attending the Civil War Reenactment at Mount Rest Cemetery on Saturday, September 21,… Read More »A Beautiful Day In Wadsworth: Civil War Reenactment At Mount Rest
August 17, 2024 – NAR Mandates are in effect The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) settlement has taken effect throughout the country. As a result, major changes have taken place… Read More »The New Reality: Real Estate after August 17
Discover the truth behind five common real estate misconceptions Myth #1. Real Estate agent’s commissions are fixed. The Sherman Antitrust Act forbids any type of price-fixing in any industry. Therefore,… Read More »5 Real Estate Myths Busted: What You Need to Know
Getting your Home Ready to List for Sale When you decide to sell your home, there is a lot of work that goes into the preparation. It’s important to declutter, depersonalize… Read More »Want to sell your home faster? 5 Quick home repairs to do first!
I am proud to hold the Accredited Buyer’s Representative Designation What is an ABR®? The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation establishes a foundation of training, skills, and resources to help… Read More »I am now a NAR Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR)