Forecasting mortgage rates is an impossible task. However, it’s probably safe to assume the days of attaining a 3% mortgage rate are over. The question is whether that will soon be true for 4% rates as well.
Getting the best price for your home as a seller takes money. However, you can reduce the costs of preparing your home for selling by focusing on the elements Mark Buckner Group Realtor Chad Penzo-Thacker discusses in this video. Penzo-Thacker is a residential real estate agent with the ...
You've bought your first home—congratulations! It’s a huge milestone you finally accomplished after what could be years of saving up for the down payment. However, once you’ve moved into your new home, that’s when it hits you. Your house now requires far more furniture ...
Calling all home sellers! People are cashing out of their houses for maximum dollars.
Why? Extremely high demand.
If you're looking for a vibrant neighborhood, full of culture and community, look no further than Humboldt Park. It's home to a 6 block stretch of Latin and Puerto Rican restaurants called Paseo Boricua. The Puerto Rican People's Parade also takes place in this area, taking place in ...
The coronavirus pandemic turned the real estate market into a frenzied rollercoaster ride for both buyers and sellers. Especially because of the historically low mortgage rates coupled with the inventory shortage. But with the pandemic subsiding, the burning question is, what will happen ...
Chad Penzo-Thacker is a residential real estate agent with the Mark Buckner Group at Compass. He's coming to you from one of his favorite neighborhoods today, Lakeview. Lakeview is a hub of activity and being the second most populated neighborhood in Chicago, it's a hotspot of ...
This week, we're taking a look at the Chicago housing market in February. The market has made some major changes since the start of January 2022, and the MLS data is pouring in. Make sure you stay up to date with your local market!
A roof is one of the least thought of components of a home, but it's undoubtedly one of the most important. That lovely front porch or lush garden may be the first features that catch your attention when you drive by a home or during house-hunting. However, you shouldn’t fail to notice ...
I made myself right at home in this beautiful, not quite new build, and I'm glad I did when I did. This home had an accepted offer in just 3 days and after this tour, you'll see why. There's a designated dining space, a kitchen full of luxury appliances, two outdoor areas, and storage ...
Just how much do we love our pets? Several surveys showed how much pets are affecting the homebuying process. Pets influence many buyers on the types of homes and neighborhoods they search for, becoming the biggest reason their favorite humans decide to become homeowners.A 2021 homes.com ...
Meet Agent Celeste Chicas, she wants to help you fall in love with Chicago. She knows every neighborhood in the city is different and she is committed to helping you find the right one for you.
Chad Penzo Thacker might be a Kentucky native, but he's called Chicago his home for the past 10 years. Having rented, bought, and sold in Chicago gives him a unique perspective and allows him to better aid his clients on their journey. When he's working to make real estate dreams come ...
Every homeowner is faced with a huge truth: their home's systems and appliances don’t last forever. Every major appliance has an average life expectancy, although it depends greatly on its usage and maintenance. And with many of us spending more time at home in recent years due to the ...
Selling a home is a serious venture for any homeowner. The process could be both time-consuming and emotionally challenging, more so if you've never done it before. You’d get anxious just thinking about all the steps it takes to list and sell your home. Or be overwhelmed by the fact that ...
If you're getting into the fast-paced 2022 Real Estate Market, you're going to need some guidance. The Mark Buckner Group helped more than 65 people find their place in Chicago in 2021 alone…
This week, we're answering what Chicago neighborhoods are going to get you the best return on investment. We get it - you want to be able to walk out the door and have access to some great amenities at the best price point. The key to finding your ideal home is finding your balance.
If you're looking to make buying your first home your biggest goal this year, it’s crucial that you lay the groundwork as early as you can. And it’s important, especially in today’s competitive housing market.Fortunately, there are some pretty simple but huge steps you can ...
Most New Year's resolutions are about self-improvement—learning a new skill or hobby, eating healthier, or hitting the gym. If you’re a homeowner, it’s a no-brainer that you also want to improve your home and keep it in its best shape. Your living space has a much bigger ...
The media talks all the time about limited housing inventory, and limited homes for sale, but they're speaking on a macro-level. Today we look at the micro-level reality of realty. In West Town, Logan Square, and Avondale, we're just not seeing those trends. This week, we're talking ...
