July 5, 2011

Contents

Cover Story

Buyers who want to purchase a second home look in a variety of locations – downtown Chicago, nearby lake towns a short drive away, homes that take a plane ride to get to, and even some international homes on exotic beaches far from the Midwest. What does it take to find homes for these clients looking for a second lifestyle, and how do agents market these properties locally? Read more!

Also…

• Looking to Live in Exotic Locales
• Following the Market: Hot Places for Second Homes
• Finding the Hot Spots for Second Homes

The Scene

• Chicago Agent Magazine’s Who’s Who Issue Party
• Van Buren Lofts Open House
• RE/MAX Awards
• CAR Global Real Estate Forum’s May Mixer

Ask A Lender

• What’s the Difference Between a Loan for a Second Home vs a Primary Residence?

By The Numbers

• Which Cities and Neighborhoods Had the Most Sales?

Chicago Agent’s Survey Says

• What Percentage of Agents’ Clients are Currently Looking for Second Homes?

Agent Snapshot

• Yvonne Carns, Realtor, Coldwell Banker, Rogers Park

My Style

• Swati Saxena, Broker Associate, Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest