New building exploded during the housing boom. So did lazy construction practices. In early 2009 homeowners in Florida, Virginia and Louisiana began noticing odd things. Bathroom mirrors and pipes turned black. Computers and televisions stopped functioning, their circuit boards inexplicably fried. A foul smell plagued some houses. They reported health concerns too, from respiratory problems and bloody noses to insomnia. In Depth: How To Detect Dream-Home Dupes Research revealed that their homes ... Full Article...

Chicago Il 811 W Eastwood #211   Great location! Excelent two bedroom two bathroom unit with Euro cabinets in kitchen with granite counter tops, SS appliances, updated bathrooms with elegant stone finishes and euro look, hardwood floors throughout. Close to Red Line train, Michigan Avenue bus, and Lake Michigan. Wonderful bike trails and walking pathes. It is a beautiful six story elevated building with great personal touches. I have helped both buyers and seller clients in this building for ... Full Article...

  Great location for this beautiful spacious home in a sun drenched area of the south loop offering four bedrooms with extra office/study that could be converted back to bedrooms if need be. Grand elegant finishes throughout the unit with honed granite and stainless steal counter top, with stainless steal appliances. Beautiful rich dark oak wood floors on main level. Exciting natural stone in all four bathrooms. Fine finishes and well maintained. THIS IS A MUST SEE! Exterior decks, front ... Full Article...

Once you have decided to list your house, your next step is to find a REALTOR®. It doesn’t need to be overwhelming if you follow the tips below. Know the difference Many people assume there is no difference between a real estate agent and a REALTOR®, but that is not the case. A real estate agent is someone who is licensed to buy or sell homes. A REALTOR® is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, the nation’s largest professional real estate organization. A REALTOR® is a ... Full Article...

  Re-blogged by 0 agents Chicago IL, How to tell when the recession is over, Realtor Mary Jo Daly (edit/delete) There are two kinds of recessions: the one that economists measure, and the one that ordinary people feel. The official recession is over. That's because the economy is growing again after a sharp decline, with GDP back to the levels of mid-2008. For people who have kept their jobs, suffered no loss of income and enjoyed a rebound in their investments thanks to the year-long stock m ... Full Article...

Purchasing a homeis one of the biggest decisions that a person makes. Because of the serious financial commitment involved, most buyers are interested in securing the best deal possible when purchasing a home. As the economy continues to wreak havoc on our jobs and plans for retirement, many people are wondering when will be the best time to purchase a house. Much like timing a move in the stock market, potential home buyers are waiting for the time when they can maximize their investment. Lowe ... Full Article...