PURCHASED THIS 2-FLAT IN LAKEVIEW CHICAGO IN APRIL 2022 Fun Fact: We may have tried to save the existing structure, but it was in quite disrepair. Had we gone the ‘renovation’ route, the costs relative to what we could sell the finished home on the market for would have been prohibitive. After 6 months of … Continued
Empathy teaches us that we’re all unique and that is good. Empathy humbles us. Empathy softens us. Why am I writing about empathy? The answer is, I don’t know. It’s the first word that came to mind when I sat down at the computer to write this month’s blog post. So I went with the … Continued
✨️Did you know: we work with both homeowners and investors? ✨️Did you know: the planning process for residential new construction can take 2-4 months, from the start of designing to obtaining a building permit from the city? ✨️Did you know: we can help you with every single step of the process for your new construction … Continued
Where is ‘Logandale’ you ask? Well, it doesn’t technically exist. At least not within the boundaries of Google Maps, according to the city of Chicago. I like to think of it as a blend of Logan Square and Avondale on the Northwest side of the city. Because, well, Roxy (as we so aptly named her … Continued
2 simple steps to build rapport & trust with other real estate investors at a networking event. You’re already there with a shared purpose: to meet other people in the real estate industry. Great. That in and of itself can be a helpful ice breaker. An easy go-to topic for discussion, where each person shares … Continued
Whether you want to build a new home for you and your family, or a spec home as an investment property to resell–we can help. Design-Build is a streamlined process by which the owner (you) contracts with one entity or team (us) to be responsible for coordinating all of the big and little elements involved … Continued
So…you own some land and are looking to sell. What now? Selling raw land (or a house that needs torn down) can be challenging because it’s a very different kind of buyer. If you’re wondering, how do I sell my land to a developer, then these 4 tips below may help! Sure, owning land is fairly … Continued
And what even is a ‘wholesaler’ anyway? There is no one size fits all when it comes to selling your home. Many people are aware of two main ways to sell their house: For Sale By Owner (FSBO), or listing it on the market (the MLS) with a real estate agent. Wholesalers, however, can provide … Continued
Realtor.com recently published an article that highlighted a few pieces of insight from our very own Jennie Berger! Check out the article here: “7 Surprising Signs You’re Buying a House You’ll Slowly Come To Hate.” Paint & hardware colors are an easy fix. So are more cosmetic type items such as light fixtures, sink faucets, … Continued
Trying to sell a property you know has problems can be super stressful! Particularly, in anticipation of the inevitable home buyer inspection. In addition, selling a run-down property is costly if it sits on the market too long. Not only do your holding costs increase, but the final sales price will likely be less because … Continued
Real estate markets fluctuate — sometimes they’re uber-hot 🔥 and there are so many buyers that sellers will list a property that gets snapped up the same day. Sometimes markets are soft, so a house might stay on the market for weeks or even months without getting any offers! Homeowners selling their homes in the … Continued
Selling your house for cash can mean a hassle-free experience. As real estate investors, we have access to various sources of highly liquid funds, including our own cash (literally, cash in the bank), private money, and hard money. You can learn more about different ways investors fund our deals by clicking here. For now, suffice … Continued
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Inheriting a house can sometimes be a big surprise. And, even when it’s not, there is still so much to consider when it happens. So, what does happen when you actually inherit a house in Chicago? As much as you may want to keep an inherited house for a variety of reasons, sometimes, you just … Continued
It is no secret that selling a house in Chicago can be one of the biggest transactions you ever undertake. However, before you start marketing your house and bringing potential buyers into it…there are a few things we recommend. Over the years we’ve learned ways to spruce up your home (the simple way!) in order to increase … Continued
