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What transfer tax hikes would mean for Chicago buyers

To fund anti-homelessness efforts, the city of Chicago may triple the transfer taxes levied on expensive Chicago properties.
Housing starts plunge in May amid uncertain economic conditions

New-home completions rose during the month, however, with the increased inventory representing a rare bright spot in an otherwise gloomy government report. 
The Fed hikes interest rates 0.75% — what it means for real estate

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by .75% today: the sharpest increase since 1994. How will that affect real estate?
BHHS Elite, REALTORS® joins with BHHS Chicago

The Naperville-based Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Elite, REALTORS® is officially joining with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago.
Compass and Redfin announce layoffs

Two major real estate firms are cutting their workforces amid a cooling housing market. Compass and Redfin are laying off 10% and 8% of their current staffs, respectively.
Is the ‘lumber bubble’ finally bursting?

Lumber prices, once emblematic of widespread supply-chain woes, are finally beginning to fall. How will this affect the housing market?
Ranking every state by its most expensive home listing. Where does Illinois land on the list?

It is a fun reminder that location is everything, and every state has amazing ultra-luxury properties for the right price.
Great location — adjacent to Jurassic Park

Your dream home is ready for excavation in Cleveland, Ohio. With large dinosaur statues playing out prehistoric scenes, this three-bedroom colonial is like no other home on the market.
Three units left at The Cheshire in Oak Park

The building is exclusively represented by brokers Zak Knebel and Camille Hoover of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago’s Oak Park and River Forest offices.
Half of Americans are brought to tears while buying a home

A new Zillow survey revealed that 50% of Americans cry while buying a home, with Gen Z and millennial buyers far more likely to shed tears at least once during their home-buying journey.
Chicago home prices show no signs of slowing in March S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index

Nationally, the index posted its highest annual increase ever.
Parq Fulton and Evo Union Park, in Fulton Market, now available for occupancy

Both residences were designed with the new work-from-home model in mind, prioritizing convenience and comfort through a collection of shared amenities.
Pending-home sales fall to 10-year low

Nevertheless, home prices are expected to continue rising through the end of the year, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. 
Statewide demand remains strong despite interest rate hikes

Homes across the state of Illinois sold fast in April, even as mortgage interest rates and prices rose, new data from Illinois REALTORS® reveals.
Which Chicago suburb has the hottest real estate market?

With suburban home value growth surpassing that of urban homes, the most popular areas appear to be outside the city. So where is the hottest Chicagoland real estate?
Where does Chicago land on list of greenest cities?

Chicago was ranked No. 6 for carbon emissions, No. 7 for public transportation and No. 12 for vegan options.

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