Chicago mother claims unsafe conditions in apartment are harming her children's health

A mother of four living in a subsidized housing apartment on the 4800 block of North Avers says unsafe conditions inside her unit are putting her children’s health at risk — and despite months of repair requests, she says little has changed.

Chicago mother claims unsafe conditions in apartment are harming her children's health
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A mother of four living in a subsidized housing apartment on the 4800 block of North Avers says unsafe conditions inside her unit are putting her children’s health at risk — and despite months of repair requests, she says little has changed.

White House teases housing affordability plan
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As interest rates stay high, the White House weighs ideas like 50-year and portable mortgages, raising questions about whether fixes for housing affordability could bring unintended consequences.

How Cook County homeowners can appeal their property taxes | ChicagoLIVE
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Many homeowners across Cook County got major sticker shock when they opened their property tax bills this year. But there is a process to appeal their home's assessment.

Homeowners insurance costs could spike over next 2 years

Homeowners could see insurance premiums jump another 16% over the next two years due to an uptick in natural disasters and rebuilding costs.

Could portable and 50-year mortgages help Americans afford homes again? Expert weighs in
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Jenna Stauffer, a real estate broker and market analyst, explains how portable and 50-year mortgages might ease today’s housing costs and whether they could reshape — or overheat — the market.

Fulton Market developments struggle with financing | The Chicago Report
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You'd be hard-pressed to find a hotter neighborhood in the area than Chicago's Fulton Market, but while many developments are ready to go, they can't get the financing to get off the ground.

The 10 states where homeowners save the most on property taxes

Property taxes are on the rise across much of the U.S., with the median bill climbing 2.8% in 2024 to $3,500, according to Realtor.com.

Block Club Chicago: Rogers Park tenants call for rent strike after new landlord’s ‘excessive’ price increase
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Tenants formed a union this summer, hoping to negotiate with their new landlord for lower rent increases and much-needed improvements to the buildings. Block Club Chicago's Jon Hansen joins to share more on this story.

Residents demand meeting over land promised for public housing
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This is the second time that community residents are publicly asking to meet with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Housing Authority over land that was promised for public housing.

Cook County to provide $1,000 payments for homeowners
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Cook County will soon be sending $1,000 payments to homeowners who have seen big increased in their property tax bills.

Chicago City Council approves plan to allow more ‘granny flats,’ Obama Center deal, Chicago Fire stadium

The Chicago City Council voted to approve several plans on Thursday, including an Obama Center deal, plans to build a new Chicago Fire stadium, and a plan to allow more accessory dwelling units in an effort to expand affordable housing.

Will Chicago allow more 'granny flats'? | The Chicago Report
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The Chicago City Council may soon consider allowing more accessory dwelling units (ADUs) after two aldermen reached an agreement on a revised ordinance.

Chicago aldermen reach deal on proposal to allow more ?granny flats? in city
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The Chicago City Council may soon consider allowing more accessory dwelling units (ADUs) after two aldermen reached an agreement on a revised ordinance.

Chicago aldermen reach deal on proposal to allow more ‘granny flats’ in city

The Chicago City Council may soon consider allowing more accessory dwelling units (ADUs) after two aldermen reached an agreement on a revised ordinance.