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We all have a password for various protected internet/computer accounts. A password is a set of characters, in a specific sequence and case sensitive. Together with the unique user name or ID, the password confirms that the user or person trying to access ...[Read More]
Now that we're overstuffed with lots of good eats from Thanksgiving and Black Friday is just a faded memory, if you have any energy left, there's an abundance of Christmas events to choose from to get into the Holiday spirit. Missed those bargains ...[Read More]
As people get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving and Black Friday, let's not forget that tonight is being touted as Black Wednesday. There are so many things to do throughout the city of Chicago and especially in our favorite neighborhoods. And don't ...[Read More]
The holidays have officially arrived. Here are some tips to make your celebration more enjoyable and hopefully less stressful. First thing to remember, relax ! Chances are your guests are going to be mostly family so if you mess up they are usually forgiving. ...[Read More]
Good Morning! New FHA Financing Rules for Condominiums might make it easier for many buyers with low down payments. These rules now increase the permitted number of FHA-Financed Condos within a qualifying complex , and allow units to sell before the building ...[Read More]
There are many manufacturers of residential solar power kits for people who want to lower their energy bills. You can peruse the websites for these brands to see who has the best prices. But, before you do that know what type of residential solar system ...[Read More]
MANY FHA NEW RULES DELAYED, BUT THOSE IMPLEMENTED EARLY COULD MAKE CONDO FINANCING EASIER NOW! It wasn't all that long ago that Condo Buyers here in Chicago, and across the U.S., had many financing options available. As recently as a couple of years ...[Read More]
THE CHICAGO IL REAL ESTATE MARKET, AND OTHER THINGS CHICAGO, FROM THE POINT OF VIEW OF A LITTLE WHITE DOG! Hey, hey you dogs! Sorry for the delayed post this week - things seemed to get too carried away in my Posting Pen this week. But I'm back, and ...[Read More]
Good Morning! Despite the fact that Mortgage Interest Rates are near historic lows, applications for new home loans are falling - 11.7% seasonally adjusted during the first week in November, versus the prior week. At the same time, however, mortgage re-financing, ...[Read More]
FINE IN CHICAGO FOR UNLICENSED DRIVERS - $500! Folks, it seems pretty obvious that if you want drive an automobile - anywhere - you better have a valid Driver's License. Duhhhhh! But here, in Chicago , as reported in the Chicago Tribune by John Byrne, ...[Read More]
NEW LOAN VOLUME TRENDS TO LOWEST LEVEL SINCE 2000, DESPITE MORTGAGE RATES BELOW 5%! Years ago - many years ago - say, back in the early 1990's , Real Estate Prognosticators predicted a surge in homebuying interest if only mortgage rates fell. They ...[Read More]
FED $6,500 TAX CREDIT APPLIES TO MANY - BUT NOT ALL - VETERAN HOMEOWNERS! In the flood of news recently to extend the very popular First Time Homebuyer's Tax Credit - which offered up to an $8,000 IRS Check to many first time homebuyers beginning last ...[Read More]
Chicago will be ringing in the start of the Holiday season this Saturday with the 18 th Annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival on Michigan Avenue between Oak Street and Wacker Drive. If you have never attended this event before, it's a full day of ...[Read More]
Home sales will increase 15 percent and real estate professionals' income will go up 20 percent next year, NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun predicted in his residential economic update. Read more >[Read More]
LINCOLN PARK You know, breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. Why not enjoy it with the best accoutrement, bacon. Tomorrow morning, bright and early, a new "breakfast/lunch/brunch temple" opens at 3210 N. Lincoln Ave. The name ...[Read More]
Empty the gas tank Unused gas left in a mower over the winter can get stale, gumming up the carburetor and inviting rust. First, add fuel stabilizer to the tank, then run the mower to distribute it through the system. Turn the mower off and allow the engine ...[Read More]
Consumers have gotten so used to internet activities that the introduction of mobile computing has raised eyebrows not by many but by some who are still up to now skeptic over the true advantages of wireless internet access. While there would always be ...[Read More]
REMOVAL OF SNOW - OR THE LACK THEREOF - CAN COST AN ELECTION! Chicago - my home town! A strange and wondrous place! That's especially true each winter, where seemingly-never-ending snows could lead to traffic turmoil, ungodly travel times, or perhaps ...[Read More]
We're not quite in full swing yet for the Holidays around here in Chicago. How lucky are we to have another quiet, restful weekend before we're back to non-stop activities? Not to fret though. If you feel the need to get out and about, here's ...[Read More]
THE CHICAGO IL REAL ESTATE MARKET, AND OTHER THINGS CHICAGO, FROM THE POINT OF VIEW OF A LITTLE WHITE DOG! Aaahh . . . those wistful summer days hangin' out with my Human Dad, Team Leader, Dean. Those days are now gone for a while - it's about ...[Read More]
ILLINOIS RANKS 6TH IN THE NATION IN HOME FORECLOSURES/TOTAL HOUSING UNITS - REALTYTRAC.COM Nationwide, New Foreclosures on Residential Property fell for the third consecutive month in October. But, in Illinois, especially in Cook County - the county in ...[Read More]
SOME POLICE CITE ITEMS WHICH COULD "MATERIALLY OBSTRUCT" VIEW FROM WINDSHIELD! Is this a case of diligent police officers doing their job? Or, are the cops just getting carried away - and IL Municipalities just seeking more revenue? Or . . . ...[Read More]
Good Evening! Is "The Great Recession" in Housing Over? In many cities, including parts of Chicago , certain types of properties are showing a bit of a sales resurgence (although, in many parts of Chicago and the Chicago Suburbs, Condo Sales ...[Read More]
We at Dean's Team would like to send a thank you and special salute to all the troops who consistently fight for our freedoms as Americans. Happy Veteran's Day. NORWOOD PARK Mark your calendars now for a special presentation by area historian Anne ...[Read More]
You can fix cracks and holes using vinyl concrete patching material. This is by no means a permanent solution, but will get you through the winter. Quickrete makes a good product called professional grade vinyl concrete patch. It comes in 10lb yellow buckets ...[Read More]
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