Cecilia Kleiner's Blog

Posted on 04/21/2024
South Water Market in Chicago
We had to show a condominium at University Commons. The complex is a landmark building. It was built over a hundred years ago, and used as the wholesale produce market for almost eighty years. About twenty years ago it was converted to a condominium complex. Its location is excellent. It's close to downtown, expressways, the south loop, and...
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Posted on 04/19/2024
Myths About the 2024 Housing Market
When it comes to the current housing market, there are some myths circling around right now. Some of the more common ones are that it’s better to wait for mortgage rates to fall or prices to crash. But there are others about the supply of homes for sale and down payments. Let’s connect so you have an expert...
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Posted on 04/19/2024
Chicago, IL Real Estate Market Update 4/19/2024
Click here to view Chicago, IL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 04/18/2024
Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home?
Over the past year or so, a lot of people have been talking about how tough it is to buy a home. And while there’s no arguing affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s starting to get a bit better and may improve even more throughout the year. “We’re slowly climbing our way out of an affordability...
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Posted on 04/17/2024
DIY Storage tutorial: Pegboard shelf
Wooden pegboard shelving units are a simple and...
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Posted on 04/16/2024
Frank Lloyd Wright Made His Mark on Chicago Architecture
Without a doubt, Frank Lloyd Wright is one of the greatest American architects of all time. From conceptualizing the Prairie style at the turn of the 20th century to designing the low-cost, well-built Usonian homes, his distinct styles continue to shape residential homes and public buildings in Chicago, the Midwest, and beyond. As Wright’s aesthetic evolved over the...
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Posted on 04/16/2024
Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move?
If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may be wondering whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down before you spring into action. Here’s some information that could help answer that question for you. In the housing market, there’s a longstanding relationship between mortgage rates and buyer demand. Typically, the higher rates are,...
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Posted on 04/15/2024
Ways To Use Your Tax Refund If You Want To Buy a Home
Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know there are a number of expenses involved – from your down payment to closing costs. But did you also know your tax refund can help you pay for some of these expenses? “If one of your goals is to stop renting and buy...
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Posted on 04/15/2024
Glenview, IL Real Estate Market Update 4/15/2024
Click here to view Glenview, IL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 04/13/2024
Roberts Cycle in Rogers Park
Robert’s Cycle at 7054 N. Clark St. in Chicago, originally opened in 1935. They can fix your bicycle, as well as E-Bikes, and E-Scooters. They also sell bikes. They can repair everything from children’s bikes to adult bikes, and they offer FREE, no obligation repair estimates. The owner of the shop Richard Bonomo, showed us a picture of...
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Posted on 04/13/2024
Transforming Your Interior: How 2024’s Top TikTok Design Trends are Making Over Homes
To find the hottest interior trends, design devotees used to turn to the pages of countless shelter magazines. Then it was the cable shows on Bravo and HGTV. But today, the latest design looks – thousands upon thousands of them – are a swipe away on TikTok. From new takes on classic design to permission to let your...
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Posted on 04/12/2024
The Perks of Downsizing When You Retire
If you’re about to retire, or just did, downsizing can be a good way to try to cut down on some of your expenses. Smaller homes typically have lower energy and maintenance costs. Plus, you may have enough equity built up to fuel your move. If you're thinking about moving to a smaller home, let’s go over your...
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