What homebuyers need to know about HOA rules and fees before purchasing
Real estate advisor Ashley Nicole Tarver explains the key questions buyers should ask about homeowners association rules, dues, and potential costs before choosing a home in an HOA community.
Real estate advisor Ashley Nicole Tarver explains the key questions buyers should ask about homeowners association rules, dues, and potential costs before choosing a home in an HOA community.
New Trump orders aim to ease mortgage, construction costs
President Trump signed two orders Friday aimed to make housing more affordable, but it’s unclear how quickly federal measures can spark new construction or lower mortgage costs.
President Trump signed two orders Friday aimed to make housing more affordable, but it’s unclear how quickly federal measures can spark new construction or lower mortgage costs.
Mortgage rates rise to highest level in over a month
Mortgage rates climbed this week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday.
Mortgage rates climbed this week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday.
Are AI real estate photos misleading buyers?
Property Pixel founder Subhav Gautam explains how AI is being used to enhance real estate listing photos through decluttering, virtual staging and lighting fixes. He also addresses the growing concern over “home fishing,” where edited images can make a property look better than it really is, and says guardrails and honest use are key to keeping buyers from being misled.
Property Pixel founder Subhav Gautam explains how AI is being used to enhance real estate listing photos through decluttering, virtual staging and lighting fixes. He also addresses the growing concern over “home fishing,” where edited images can make a property look better than it really is, and says guardrails and honest use are key to keeping buyers from being misled.
Illinois offers $15,000 grant to help first-time homebuyers
Financial advisor Aaron Sims of Northwestern Mutual explains how a new Illinois first-time homebuyer grant program offering up to $15,000 could help more residents afford their first home.
Financial advisor Aaron Sims of Northwestern Mutual explains how a new Illinois first-time homebuyer grant program offering up to $15,000 could help more residents afford their first home.
Illinois offers up to $15,000 to help first-time homebuyers cover down payment
Illinois will offer eligible first-time homebuyers up to $15,000 to help cover their down payment and closing costs in a new program.
Illinois will offer eligible first-time homebuyers up to $15,000 to help cover their down payment and closing costs in a new program.
Illinois lawmakers want to end seizure of homes over delinquent property taxes
Illinois lawmakers also want to provide a $500 non-refundable tax credit for first-time homebuyers.
Illinois lawmakers also want to provide a $500 non-refundable tax credit for first-time homebuyers.
Home values are rising again — Here’s where the market is rebounding
U.S. home values rose in February for the first time in seven months, and existing home sales increased from a year earlier, according to Zillow.
U.S. home values rose in February for the first time in seven months, and existing home sales increased from a year earlier, according to Zillow.
America’s 10 most expensive ZIP codes: New leader takes the top spot
A new analysis of the 10 most expensive ZIP codes in the U.S. finds that California continues to be home to a significant portion of the nation's most luxurious properties.
A new analysis of the 10 most expensive ZIP codes in the U.S. finds that California continues to be home to a significant portion of the nation's most luxurious properties.
Signs of relief for homebuyers as affordability shows early improvement
Daryl Fairweather of Redfin breaks down new data showing early affordability gains, what’s still challenging buyers in Chicago, and how to navigate the spring housing market.
Daryl Fairweather of Redfin breaks down new data showing early affordability gains, what’s still challenging buyers in Chicago, and how to navigate the spring housing market.
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since 2022
Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level since September 2022, with the average 30-year fixed rate dropping to 6.01% from 6.09% last week, according to Freddie Mac.
Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level since September 2022, with the average 30-year fixed rate dropping to 6.01% from 6.09% last week, according to Freddie Mac.
Aurora launches $20K homebuyer assistance program | ChicagoLIVE
The City of Aurora is launching the “Choose Aurora Homebuyer Assistance Program,” offering up to $20,000 in deferred loans to help attract new residents and assist current ones in purchasing a home.
The City of Aurora is launching the “Choose Aurora Homebuyer Assistance Program,” offering up to $20,000 in deferred loans to help attract new residents and assist current ones in purchasing a home.
Living alone? The 'singles tax' that costs $10K a year
Americans who live alone are paying a $10,500 "singles tax" amid rising rents around the nation, a new analysis finds.
Americans who live alone are paying a $10,500 "singles tax" amid rising rents around the nation, a new analysis finds.
Home sales plunge, while housing affordability hits best level since March 2022, data finds
Existing home sales posted their largest monthly sales decline in four years despite increasing affordability.
Existing home sales posted their largest monthly sales decline in four years despite increasing affordability.
Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
Homebuyers gain upper hand in 3 major cities as inventories grow
Three of the nation's largest housing markets are seeing a sharp rise in the number of homes for sale, giving buyers more choices even as the overall U.S. housing market shows signs of cooling.
Three of the nation's largest housing markets are seeing a sharp rise in the number of homes for sale, giving buyers more choices even as the overall U.S. housing market shows signs of cooling.
Homeowners in these states may soon stop paying property taxes
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Neighbors push back on redevelopment plans for former Mars Candy factory in Galewood
Residents say the proposed 500-unit housing development could strain the neighborhood and are calling instead for community investment like libraries, youth programs, and local resources.
Residents say the proposed 500-unit housing development could strain the neighborhood and are calling instead for community investment like libraries, youth programs, and local resources.
Home prices in Chicago climb faster than U.S. average | ChicagoNOW
According to real estate data, Chicago’s housing market saw price growth well above the national pace in December.
According to real estate data, Chicago’s housing market saw price growth well above the national pace in December.
New report shows suburban office vacancy rates top 32% | ChicagoNOW
Office spaces in suburban areas are seeing unprecedented vacancies post-pandemic. Chris Cummins breaks down the findings and the potential impact.
Office spaces in suburban areas are seeing unprecedented vacancies post-pandemic. Chris Cummins breaks down the findings and the potential impact.