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What is the Best Investment?

What real estate syndication site is the best investment for your marketing dollars? Click on our great sidebar below to find

Coldwell Banker Previews Takes Over Sales At The Ritz-Carlton Residences

Just last month, Craig Hogan, director of Coldwell Banker Previews, signed a contract with Prism Development, the developer of the Ritz-Carlton Residences, for Coldwell Banker Previews to be the property’s exclusive listing broker. Although the condo development had been exclusively sold

The Great Debate: Large Home vs. Small Home

There has been much debate and several contradicting studies over whether Americans want large homes or tiny homes, or whether or not they want McMansions to rise yet again. While many buyers found appeal in smaller, less expensive homes

For Belgravia, It’s The Right Time To Expand

In the words of founder Buzz Ruttenberg, asking himself a simple question – “what is the right thing to do?” – has led his company, residential developer Belgravia Group, to a legacy of success, quality construction and lasting customer

What Homebuyers Want

Whether a single-family home or condo, what are homebuyers looking for in their dream home? According to the National Association of Home Builders’ “What Home Buyers Really Want” study, energy efficiency tops the list, followed by rooms with shelving

Richelieu Flats: A Big View From a Small Building

Many condominium complexes in the Loop are known for their breathtaking rooftop views. The duplex penthouse in Richelieu Flats, located on 318 S. Michigan Ave., is one of them, with the 950-square-foot terrace of the penthouse overlooking Grant Park

The Next Big Thing: Changes Coming to Chicagoland

There are few cities that have experienced the roller coaster ride that Chicago has in the last 100 years. At the turn of the 20th century, its growth was rapid. The population exploded, nearly doubling from 1.69 million in

The Thriving Loop

In the last 10 years, the Loop has transformed into a viable residential housing market. Click on the image below to get a better idea of how the Loop has thrived in recent

Winged Migration

Everywhere you look nowadays, there’s a new study or report on the changing lifestyles of Americans, particularly how Millennials/Generation Y, the group of Americans aged approximately 15 to 32, differ from their parents, Baby Boomers and Generation X. And

The Best in Tech for Real Estate

The saying “there’s an app for that” is very true – there’s an app for just about anything. We asked seven top real estate professionals and consultants who are at the top of their game in tech for their

New On the Scene: The Newest Apps

Will these new apps and websites be any competition for this year’s winners next year? BombBomb: Agents use BombBomb’s video email marketing software to build relationships and grow their businesses. www.BombBomb.com DreamPro: Collaborate with sellers and create a better-looking

Chicago: The New Real Estate Tech Hub

A few popular real estate apps/websites have their roots based in Chicago, and some new real estate tech companies have recently sprung up in the city. Check them out, if you haven’t already. ShowingTime (Launched 1999):  ShowingTime has several

Mutually assured success

Relationships are one of the most important aspects of an agent’s career – relationships with clients and other agents mean referrals. These are often so important, that some agents will work with the same lender or builder time and

Keeping in Touch with Affiliates: How Well Do You Sustain Relationships?

Just how good of a job are you doing at keeping in touch with the lenders, builders and other people who help you do your job well? Have you mastered contact management, or do you need help in this

7 Business Etiquette Books to Download

In today’s modern professional world, business etiquette has seemingly disappeared. It has been replaced with casual correspondence and behavior. But for those looking to pump up their business game, one of the best ways to improve your professional presence

Avoiding the Dreaded “Pinball” Status

Is your listing a “pinball”? If it is, you may want to rethink its price tag. A “pinball listing” is, in short, an overpriced listing that competing agents use to their advantage to make their listings seem more affordable.

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