Pictures have the ability to tell stories without the words. Images break down the barriers of language and express emotions on a more fundamental level. Post cards are an excellent tool to tell a story, especially when there is history behind them. This collection of Continue Reading
Chicago Amidst a Property and Income Tax Hike
Chicago Public Schools have been hurting for quite some time due to the State’s inability to adequately budget and fund its public schools for the last 30 years. As a result, and to no shock to any Chicagoan, Chicago property tax bills will see an increase this year… but by Continue Reading
Trapped in the Trump Tower
Donald Trump officially announced his candidacy on June 16th, 2015. In the following months, the sales price for units in the Trump Tower (Chicago) dropped drastically, with the median sales price of a unit for sale falling approximately half of a million Continue Reading
Jay Cutler & Kristin Cavallari List Lake Forest Mansion
The Chicago Bears released veteran quarterback Jay Cutler this past March an hour after the official start of the 2017 NFL season. Despite achieving the title as the Bears’ all-time passing leader, the franchise quarterback only lead the Bears to one post-game Continue Reading
Conventional Loan Limits Increase in 2017
Announced: Wednesday, November 23, 2016 Starting in 2017 for the first time since 2006, the Federal Housing Finance Agency is increasing the maximum loan limits for "conventional" mortgages across the country. One-unit properties will increase their loan limits from Continue Reading
Do you qualify for the Property Tax Rebate?
Beginning October 1st, all property tax rebate applications will be accepted at 25 neighborhood citywide locations. The rebates range between $25 - $200, however all applicants must apply in person. The deadline for applications is November 30th and rebates Continue Reading
“The Starbucks Real Estate Effect”
“To inspire and nurture the human spirit - one person, one cup and one neighborhood at a time.” While it remains to be confirmed that none of the three founders of Starbucks possess the power of foresight, it remains extremely uncanny the truth to which the Starbucks Continue Reading
Navy Pier’s Futuristic Redesign and what it means for the City of Chicago
As the summer comes to a close, it is important to relish the time that we have left with this warm and sunny weather before the 9 month drought. And while most Chicagoans try to stay away from the tourist infested traffic jam that is Navy Pier, it still Continue Reading
Top 6 Projects Under Construction Poised to make an Impact in Chicago
(1) Vista Tower (scheduled completion in April 2020) Rivaling the Willis and Trump towers, the Vista seeks to make an immediate impact as the third tallest building in Chicago. Designed by Chicago architect Jeanne Gang, this elegant building boasts not only Continue Reading
City of Chicago Home Buyer Assistance Program
Mayor Rahm Emanuel in conjunction with the City of Chicago Council has established the Home Buyer Assistance Program to promote homeownership for more working families. The program is open to those who are buying or refinancing a home with an existing mortgage. Qualified Continue Reading
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