Cecilia Kleiner's Blog

Posted on 01/22/2025
If Your House’s Price Is Not Compelling, It’s Not Selling
There’s one big mistake you need to avoid when you sell your house this year: setting your price too high. It might seem like overpricing gives you room to negotiate or could really boost your profit, but the reality is, it usually backfires. In fact, Realtor.com says almost 20% of sellers — that’s one in five — have...
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Posted on 01/22/2025
What is an appriasal contengiency?
Once a home seller has accepted an offer to purchase their...
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Posted on 01/21/2025
Morton Grove, IL Real Estate Market Update 1/21/2025
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Posted on 01/20/2025
When Is the Perfect Time To Move?
It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move – especially in today’s market. Maybe you’re holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here’s what you need to realize: trying to time the market rarely works. And here’s why. There...
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Posted on 01/17/2025
2025 Housing Market Forecasts
Wondering what to expect when you buy or sell a home this year? Here’s what the experts say lies ahead. Mortgage rates are projected to come down slightly. Home prices are forecast to rise in most areas. And, there will be more homes available for sale. Want to know more about what this could mean for your plans...
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Posted on 01/16/2025
One Homebuying Step You Don’t Want To Skip: Pre-Approval
There’s one essential step in the homebuying process you may not know a whole lot about and that’s pre-approval. Here’s a rundown of what it is and why it’s so important right now. What Is Pre-Approval? Pre-approval is like getting a green light from a lender. It lets you know how much they’re willing to let you borrow...
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Posted on 01/16/2025
Lincolnwood, IL Real Estate Market Update 1/16/2025
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Posted on 01/15/2025
About 11,000 Homes Will Sell Today – Will Yours Be One of Them?
Are you hesitant to sell your house because you’re worried no one’s buying with rates and prices where they are right now? Here’s some perspective that can help. The market actually isn’t at a standstill. While there weren’t as many sales last year as there’d be in a normal market, roughly 4.15 million homes still sold (not including...
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Posted on 01/15/2025
Woodworking ideas: 3 Building projects to try
If you’re interested in DIY building projects for beginners, consider starting with woodwork. There are countless beginner-friendly woodworking crafts you can make with basic tools and inexpensive supplies. Here are some great ideas for woodworking projects to try: Wooden bird house A birdhouse is an excellent addition to any garden or outdoor space. You can create them out...
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Posted on 01/14/2025
The Truth About Credit Scores and Buying a Home
Your credit score plays a big role in the homebuying process. It’s one of the key factors lenders look at to determine which loan options you qualify for and what your terms might be. But there’s a myth about credit scores that may be holding some buyers back. The Myth: You Need To Have Perfect Credit According to...
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Posted on 01/12/2025
Des Plaines, IL Real Estate Market Update 1/12/2025
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Posted on 01/10/2025
How Mortgage Rates Affect Your Monthly Payment
Experts say rates will come down slightly in the year ahead – but some volatility is expected. So, you shouldn't try to time the market. Instead, it's better to focus on how even a small change impacts your future mortgage payment. As rates come down, even a little bit, your monthly payment on your next home will too....
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