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4 Critical Mistakes Homeowners Make On Their Taxes in Chicago

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There are a number of common mistakes homeowners make on their taxes each year. And with all of the changes that have recently occurred, homeowners and investors are even more likely to make a mistake than they had been in years past. Learn more about the deductions available to you, what you’re entitled to and … Continued

5 Signs of Great Contractors in Chicago

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Looking for great contractors in Chicago? There are a lot of options and it can be tough to know who to trust and who will get the work done according to your standards. Learn about what to watch out for and how to know you’ve found the right one in our latest post! As an … Continued

What To Expect During A Chicago Rental Inspection

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Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, it is important to understand what is involved in a Chicago rental inspection. Learn more about what to watch out for in our latest post! There are a number of times when a property inspection may take place. inspections are done when a tenant is moving in, moving … Continued

How To Tell A Good Investment Property From A Bad One In Chicago

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Not all investment properties are created equally. Do you know what separates a good investment property from a bad one? Many novice investors will jump into an investment purchase without carefully evaluating what will actually be involved to turn a profit. In our latest post, we will help you learn how to tell a good investment … Continued

4 Tips For Buying A House In Another State For Chicago Investors

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Buying a house in another state can seem overwhelming and risky. However, if you are armed with the right information and ask the right questions, you’ll open the door to amazing real estate deals all over the country and even all over the world. In our latest post, we explore what you should be looking for … Continued

A Direct Sale vs. Hiring an Agent When Selling Your House in Chicago

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Considering selling? You may be wondering about which is the better option, a direct sale vs. hiring an agent when selling your house in Chicago. Life events can change your housing situation, at times despite your wishes. The time required until closing with each option is just as much of a consideration as the effect … Continued

How To Vary Your Portfolio Through Mobile Home Investment In Chicago

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As any real estate investor knows, it is important to have a varied portfolio. By investing in single-family homes, multi-family properties and unique niches, such as mobile home investment, you will be able to generate income no matter what is happening in the market. In our latest post, we discuss how purchasing mobile homes can help you to … Continued

Exploring All of Your Options When Selling Your House in Chicago

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It’s been said that selling your home can be more stressful than many other major life events. When you’re under duress and need to sell quickly, additional strain is added to the mix. We’ll help you by exploring your options when selling your house in Chicago.  Exploring All of Your Options When Selling Your House … Continued

7 Documents You Need When Selling Your House in Chicago

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Need to sell your house in Chicago? Things will move along much more swiftly and smoothly if you are prepared from the start by organizing all of your documents. Paperwork is a given during legal transactions and it’s no different when you’re selling your house in Chicago. You’ll want to have the following 6 documents … Continued

How To Classify Your Property As Low-Income In Chicago

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As a real estate investor, it may be wise to learn how to classify your property as low-income in the Chicago area. There can be many benefits to doing this when you get the right tenants in place. In our latest post, we outline the process and the benefits classifying your property as low-income can … Continued

Tips For Quickly Flipping Chicago Real Estate

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Quickly flipping real estate is a necessary skill if you want to be a strong investor. Knowing how to quickly turn a house is crucial. In our latest post, we provide some excellent tips for quickly flipping real estate in the Chicago area. As a Chicago investor, you know you are losing money for every day you … Continued

Questions To Ask When Buying A House Sight Unseen In Chicago

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Are you thinking about buying a house without seeing it first? In our latest post, we offer some questions to ask when buying a house sight unseen in Chicago. Buying a house without seeing it first may sound completely crazy. However, there are definitely some great benefits so long as you are asking the right … Continued