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This ghost town museum could be yours

The property, listed for $944,000, includes a working blacksmith shop, multiple storage areas, buggy garages and ramada, along with the humble living quarters at the rear of the store.

The 401 (k) of real estate: the 1031 like-kind exchange

There is a misconception that Internal Revenue Code Section 1031 like-kind-exchanges are a tool for the rich to dodge real-estate taxes.

Compass establishes presence in Glen Ellyn

Compass has established a presence in Glen Ellyn.

First American launches real estate podcast

The podcast, hosted by First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming and Deputy Chief Economist Odeta Kushi and available on major podcasting platforms, offers insight on housing, affordability and related economic topics.

Biden moves to reverse Trump housing policy

The order directs the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to reexamine Trump Administration changes to Obama-era fair housing rules.

First-time Chicago homebuyers face bidding wars from wealthy out-of-towners

“Homeowners will see the value of their homes rise, but first-time homebuyers will face tougher competition from out-of-towners with big budgets.” — Daryl Fairweather, Redfin chief economist

DACA members now eligible for FHA loans

CBC Mortgage Agency, a nationally chartered finance agency, applauded the decision, noting in a press release that 85% of individuals in the DACA program are Hispanic and account for over a third of CBCMA borrowers.

CAR adds Amir Syed to board of directors

Guaranteed Rate’s Amir Syed has been appointed to the board of directors of CAR

RE/MAX: Home sales up 22%

It was the 5th best month of the year and outperformed most of 2019.

Dan Cerovac joins Cardinal Financial Company

Dan Cerovac has joined Cardinal Financial Company, Limited Partnership as a branch manager charged with growing Cardinal’s south Chicagoland market.

Can agents be terminated for any reason?

The question of ethics is an issue that agents face in both their personal and professional lives. As independent contractors, what rights do agents have in the state of Illinois?

Chicago makes top 20 list for sellers in 2021

“Historically low-interest rates, a shortage of new housing inventory and limited new construction have contributed to rising home prices nationwide.” — Don Ganguly, senior vice president of Mynd Investor Services

Chicago home sales price up 12.1% in December

The decline of home mortgage interest rates is continuing to fuel homebuying demand in December, pushing the median home-sale price up 13% nationwide to $334,300, according to a new report from online broker Redfin.

Joe Castillo, Erika Villegas acquire RE/MAX Town & Country

Joe Castillo and Erika Villegas have acquired RE/MAX Town & Country in Aurora. 

Here are the most powerful people in Illinois real estate in 2021

The Swanepoel Power 200 ranks leaders from all sectors of the residential real estate industry — here are Illinois’ top players.

Here are the 10 most powerful people in real estate in 2021

The Swanepoel Power 200 ranks leaders from all sectors of the residential real estate industry based on three months of research and more than 400 hours of analysis.

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