Cecilia Kleiner's Blog

Posted on 11/26/2024
How to Prep Your Home for Holiday Travel
The plane tickets are booked, your friends and family have your itinerary, and everyone’s bags are packed, but there’s one remaining detail to consider, and it’s an easy one to overlook: Your house. When you’re going out of town for the holidays, it can be tempting to hold off on prepping the house until the last minute. But...
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Posted on 11/26/2024
How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today
Buying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget. If you’re feeling stuck, co-buying could be one way to help you get your foot in the door. But there are some things you'll want to consider first. Let’s explore why co-buying is...
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Posted on 11/25/2024
Is Open-Concept Living Right for You?
If you’ve watched any HGTV recently, you’ve probably heard the term ‘open-concept living.’ Open-concept floor plans have been immensely popular since the 20th century, prized for their spacious feel, ample light and seamless flow. But before diving into a major remodel or choosing your next home, take some time to understand what truly makes a home open-concept and...
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Posted on 11/25/2024
Why Today’s Mortgage Debt Isn’t a Sign of a Housing Market Crash
One major reason why we’re not heading toward a foreclosure crisis is the high level of equity homeowners have today. Unlike in the last housing bubble, where many homeowners owed more than their homes were worth, today’s homeowners have far more equity than debt. That’s a big part of the reason why even though mortgage debt is at...
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Posted on 11/22/2024
How To Get Your House Ready To Sell in 2025
If you’re planning to list your house in 2025, it’s already time to start working on any repairs. But where do you start? We will be able to help you prioritize projects that will help you get the best return on your investment and appeal to what today’s buyers really want. If your goal is to sell your...
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Posted on 11/22/2024
Another Property Sold - 209 Rivershire Lane 302, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
SINGLE FAMILYSoldList Price $499,000Sold Price $475,000209 Rivershire Lane 302Lincolnshire, IL 60069Courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real EstateListings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data as distributed by MLS GRID2 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,506 Sq FtEST. MORTGAGE$2,676/moGet ready for resort-style living with this stunning, rarely available corner unit located in the highly sought-after gated community of Rivershire! This luxurious,...
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Posted on 11/22/2024
Niles, IL Real Estate Market Update 11/22/2024
Click here to view Niles, IL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 11/21/2024
6 Home Amenities Every Dog-Lover Needs
As dog ownership continues to grow, we’re incorporating our beloved canine pets as a central part of our lives and – increasingly – our homes. As of 2024, approximately 65.1 million Americans have at least one dog, a figure that represents nearly 40% of all households. There’s been a significant rise in dog ownership, especially after the pandemic,...
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Posted on 11/21/2024
Don’t Miss Out on the Growing Number of Down Payment Assistance Programs
With rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s important you know about every resource that could help make buying a home possible. And one thing you’ll want to be aware of is just how much the number of down payment assistance (DPA) programs has grown lately. Take a look at the graph below to see how many...
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Posted on 11/20/2024
What’s Behind Today’s Mortgage Rate Volatility?
If you’ve been keeping an eye on mortgage rates lately, you might feel like you’re on a roller coaster ride. One day rates are up; the next they dip down a bit. So, what’s driving this constant change? Let’s dive into just a few of the major reasons why we’re seeing so much volatility, and what it means...
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Posted on 11/20/2024
Documents you need when buying a home
While the home buying process is exciting, applying for a...
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Posted on 11/19/2024
Is Wall Street Really Buying All the Homes?
Let’s be real – buying a home right now is tough. You’re scrolling through listings, rushing to open houses, and maybe even losing out to more competitive offers. Somewhere along the way, you might’ve heard the reason it’s so hard to find a home is because big Wall Street investors are swooping in and snatching up everything in...
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