Mortgage Rates in the 3’s a Welcome Surprise

Mortgage Rates in the 3’s a Welcome Surprise

Just about everyone expected mortgage interest rates to rise in 2019. But after reaching 5% last November, the average 30-year mortgage rate is back in the 3% range, the lowest it has been in over 2 years. This latest development is welcome news not only to homeowners...
Beat the Heat: Chicago’s Best Ice Cream

Beat the Heat: Chicago’s Best Ice Cream

Summertime is arguably Chicago’s best season, complete with neighborhood festivals, sunny skies and an extreme desire for cool, tasty treats. To help you beat the heat, we’ve put together a list of some of Chicago’s essential ice cream shops. In no particular order,...
7 Unique First Home Housewarming Gift Ideas

7 Unique First Home Housewarming Gift Ideas

Finding unique housewarming gifts is tricky, especially when it comes to first-time homeowners. Long gone are the days of cliche toasters and cheese boards. So what should you bring if you’re invited to a housewarming party? Here are just a few gift ideas for the...
5 Tips to Maximize a Small Outdoor Space

5 Tips to Maximize a Small Outdoor Space

For city dwellers, having outdoor space is the ultimate goal. If your urban home is equipped with a tiny yard, balcony, or rooftop, maximize every inch to create your own metropolitan oasis. A few tweaks can turn the tiniest outdoor space into a livable, beautiful...
Renovation Loans Open the Door for First-Time Buyers

Renovation Loans Open the Door for First-Time Buyers

Homes that are financially within reach for first-time buyers are often in need of updates. Fortunately, there are a number of home-loan products that offer an affordable financing solution by allowing rehab costs to be included in mortgage payments. “Fixer-uppers...