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Smaller markets lead the way in Q1 home-price gains; Chicago sees 7.2% rise

Seventy percent of the 185 metros surveyed by the National Association of REALTORS® saw double-digit price gains in the first quarter, compared to 66% in the preceding period. 

RE/MAX Premier Properties expands with new city offices

The Chicago real estate agency RE/MAX Collection Premier by Janice Corley is opening new offices in Hyde Park and Sandburg Village.

“Legally Stolen”: How land sale contracts robbed a generation of black homeowners

The sign puts it frankly: “This home at 6823 S. Aberdeen was legally stolen from black couple Mr. and Mrs. James and Lula Malone on October 30, 1963 in a widespread land sale contract scam.”

A return to normalcy? What higher mortgage rates and more inventory mean for spring

Although rising mortgage rates bring new burdens for potential buyers, inventory is beginning to rebound, the March Zillow Real Estate Market Report reveals. And overall, the first month of spring indicates the return to a more balanced market.

Several Illinois high schools rank among best in the nation — see the full list

The online education resource Niche has released a new national ranking of the best public high schools — and the city of Chicago features heavily on the list.

Urban resurgence: How Chicago luxury living is evolving

Chicago real estate experienced an unprecedented boom during the spring of 2021 as buyers searched for larger — luxury — homes to invest in.

Chicago among most dog-friendly cities in America

Comparing Rover’s extensive database of pet profiles against Zillow’s pet-friendly home rental listings, the companies determined the 20 fastest-growing, dog-friendly cities.

Del Webb to open active-adult community in Aurora

Del Webb, a national homebuilder within the Pulte Homes network, has announced the development of a new active-adult community in Aurora, Ill.: Lincoln Prairie.

Chicago sales are strong — but not surpassing March 2021

Homes sold quicker in Illinois last month than they did in March 2021, new data from Illinois REALTORS® concludes. However, the number of homes sold still lags behind the height of last spring’s real estate boom.

Baird & Warner wins Most Innovative Brokerage Award from Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

The Chicago real estate brokerage’s Baird & Warner balance™ app was recognized nationally by LeadingRE.

Chicagoland homes are getting snatched up — fast

Chicagoland homebuyers are facing increasingly tough competition as the amount of time homes spend on the market continues to shrink, according to a new report from the Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS®.

Win a pet-sized version of your own home with BHHS Chicago’s Pawfect Home Sweepstakes

The Chicago real estate brokerage is giving people a chance to win a pint-sized, customized replica of their own home, made special for their furry — or not so furry — friend.

Avon Township receives NAR grant for new outdoor space

Avon Township has received $20,000 of placemaking funds through the National Association of REALTORS®’ Outreach Grant program. The project planned comprises an outdoor community space, which will include a classroom, garden, a Little Free Library and more.

When’s the best time to sell a home in Chicago?

If you’re planning to sell your home this spring, get moving.

Is the pandemic-driven second home buying boom over?

Report finds buyers are backing off from buying second homes, but what’s causing the turnaround?

8 of the 10 best affordable suburbs are in Chicagoland — with Crystal Lake at No. 1

A new study from StorageCafe investigates the pricing of premier suburban living — and Illinois suburbs ranked as the most affordable.

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