Cook County cuts late penalty for property taxes
The penalty for paying your property taxes late has been slashed in half in Cook County.
Renting a home in US is still more affordable than owning, new report shows
Both owning and renting a home remain a financial stretch for many Americans.
Thousands of Cook County property owners to receive automatic refunds starting this week
Over $30.5 million in automatic refunds will start going out to thousands of Cook County property homeowners this week who overpaid on their taxes last year.
Rent prices show biggest decline in more than 3 years, Redfin report says
Redfin says its the biggest annual price drop in rents since 2020.
Chicago coalition calls for increased investment in protections for low-income residents
A local coalition is calling on city, state, and federal leaders to invest more in homeowner protections.
These may be the top housing markets of 2024
Eight metropolitan areas are predicted to break double-digit sales growth in 2024.
These are the places in Illinois with the lowest cost of living, new study reveals
These are the 50 places with the lowest cost of living in Illinois, according to a new study.
Roseland's revitalization: First modular home in 60 years signals affordable housing initiative
In a significant step toward affordable housing in the Roseland neighborhood, the first modular home in 60 years was erected on Wednesday.
Cash offers for homes reach near decade high in September
Over 30% of wealthy homebuyers in September bought a home in all cash, allowing them to avoid interest. Rates are still hovering just under 8%, a high not seen in two decades.
Martha Stewart offers Thanksgiving-inspired stay at her country home for less than $12
Guests will stay at the tenant house on Martha Stewart’s New York farm with brunch prepared by a James Beard award-winning chef. Here's how to book.
Report: You would need to earn six figures to afford a median-priced home in the US
The Associated Press reported that home sales continue to decline but prices continue to climb.
Find out how to save: Cook County property tax exemptions explained
The second installment of your Cook County property tax bill is due Dec. 1.
