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Posted on 05/16/2024
Thinking of Selling? You Want The Kleiner Team To Help You!
Selling your house is a big decision. Your home is one of the biggest investments you’ve probably ever made, and it’s a place where you’ve created countless memories. That combo means there’s going to be a lot of emotions involved. You want someone who understands your perspective, knows what it feels like, and is an expert at helping...
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Posted on 05/16/2024
Home Prices Are Climbing Up
Thinking about buying a home or selling your current one to find a better fit? If so, you might be wondering what's going on with home prices these days. Here's the scoop. The latest national data from Case Schiller and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) shows they’re going up (see graph below): As you can see, home...
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Posted on 05/16/2024
The Sun Is Shining on Sellers This Summer
If your needs have changed, now’s a great time to sell and get the features you want most. Many buyers are eager to move between the school years, so you may see a faster sale, multiple offers, a higher final sales price, and more. If you want to get your house ready for a summer listing, let’s connect....
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Posted on 05/15/2024
Small Yard, Big Impact: Innovative Ideas to Maximize Your Outdoor Space
Living in or near a big city comes with countless perks – a quick commute, endless arts and culture, incredible restaurants, and a buzz that’s impossible to replicate. But one of the trade-offs often is outdoor space. So if your yard or patio or deck is less than expansive, consider these enhancements to stretch a little square footage...
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Posted on 05/15/2024
Chicago’s Festivals: A Guide to the City’s Summer Events
Maybe it’s our long winters or all-too-short springs, but summertime in the Windy City is one of the best seasons anywhere on the planet. And as one of the country’s premier hotspots for citywide and neighborhood festivals, Chicago knows how to throw a party. From one of the largest music fests in the world to art fairs to...
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Posted on 05/15/2024
Glenview, IL Real Estate Market Update 5/15/2024
Click here to view Glenview, IL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 05/15/2024
Make your life easier with these seasonal decorating tips
Seasonal decor lives in many homeowners' minds. Where...
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Posted on 05/11/2024
Park Ridge, IL Real Estate Market Update 5/11/2024
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Posted on 05/08/2024
Mario's Italian Lemonade Stand
The weather is getting warmer, spring is here, and soon summer will be here. It must be time for Mario's Italian Ice. It was originally called Mario's & Donna's Italian Lemonade. A popular spot for people of all ages to get some delicious cold Italian Ice. Located at 1068 W. Taylor St., in the Little Italy neighborhood in...
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Posted on 05/08/2024
How Buying or Selling a Home Benefits Your Community
If you're thinking of buying or selling a house, it's important to know it doesn't just impact you—it helps out the local economy and your community, too. Every year, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) puts out a report that breaks down the financial impact that comes from people buying and selling homes (see visual below): When a...
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Posted on 05/08/2024
3 Major Benefits of Sustainable Real Estate
Sustainability in real estate continues to rise in popularity and convenience. With increased awareness for the environment, builders and homeowners alike are prioritizing sustainable practices and materials in the real estate market. Here are some of the most important benefits of sustainable real estate: Environmental Benefits As you might expect, there are many environmental benefits to sustainable practices...
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Posted on 05/07/2024
Tips for Younger Homebuyers: How To Make Your Dream a Reality
If you’re a member of a younger generation, like Gen Z, you may be asking the question: Will I ever be able to buy a home? And chances are, you’re worried that’s not going to be in the cards with inflation, rising home prices, mortgage rates, and more seemingly stacked against you. While there’s no arguing this housing...
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