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.

Cook County property owners expected to pay more taxes this year
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Most Cook County homeowners will have larger property tax bills this year, according to a recent report from the Cook County Treasurer's office.

Potentially haunted historic home for sale on Chicago's North Side
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A historic residence located on the North Side of Chicago, right across from the Rosehill Cemetery, is up for sale, and it may have an eerie past.

How to navigate the housing market
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Many homeowners remain hesitant to jump into the for-sale market given that mortgage rates reached their highest levels in nearly 23 years.

Week in Review: Boy killed in hate crime • Alderman targets street takeovers • risky social media challenge

A 6-year-old boy and his mother were attacked over their Muslim faith in a Chicago suburb, resulting in the boy's death; an alderman is calling for a new approach to thwart 'street takeovers; and a viral social media trend is landing teens in custody.

Illinois homebuyers must earn this much to afford a typical home

When it comes to Illinois, how much money a person has to earn to afford a home is not as jaw-dropping by comparison.

More young homebuyers seek family loans to secure first homes
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More young people are turning to their parents to help buy their first homes. Gerri Willis has more on how many buyers are getting a loan from their family.

Airbnb guest stays at rental for 500+ days without paying, refuses to leave

Airbnb guest Elizabeth Hirschhorn rented a guesthouse for a long-term stay in 2021 but has since remained in the unit for over 540 days — without paying rent.