Real Estate

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Mar 12, 2020
2 min

Navigating a Lease Renewal or Termination Under Chicago's RLTO

When renting or leasing an apartment in Chicago, the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (“CRLTO”) leaves little room for a...

Dec 3, 2019
3 min

I’m renting an apartment for the first time- what are my rights?

Renting an apartment or condo in any major city can often be overwhelming. Should you find a space that is close to public transit or do ...

May 14, 2019
2 min

5 Steps to a Successful Commercial Real Estate Deal

Have a plan Set parameters such as how much you can pay and where your funding is coming from, how much you expect to make, and how long ...

Mar 15, 2019
2 min

Co-Ownership: How Will You Take Title To Your Property?

Whether you are buying a house with your spouse, a friend, a business partner, or a family member, co-ownership situations require the pr...

Jan 15, 2018
2 min

Top 5 Things to Know Before You List Your Chicago Home

Are you thinking about listing your home in Chicago this winter or spring? Many people know that the market heats up right after Superbow...

Sep 10, 2017
4 min

Kira Moscowitz Talks Common Homebuyer Mistakes & Why She Loves Chicago Real Estate

Real estate broker, Kira Moscowitz, knows that buying and selling a home is one of the biggest decisions a person can make. That’s why sh...

Sep 10, 2017
4 min

5 Things Nobody Told You About Being a First-Time Home Buyer

Congratulations! You’re ready to buy your first home. While exciting, the process can be daunting. From the first open house to the final...

May 5, 2017
2 min

3 Legal FAQ's About Selling Your Chicago Home

It’s selling season! I get tons of questions from people selling their homes, and here are the three most common questions with answers:...

May 5, 2017
1 min

Unpacking Attorney Review Period

The burning question: What is an “attorney review” in an Illinois real estate contract? In Illinois, most standard form residential real ...

Apr 19, 2017
3 min

Buying a House in Chicago? Read This First

You’ve decided to upgrade from your downtown studio condominium and buy a house in a hip neighborhood. Buying a house can be both excitin...

Apr 19, 2017
3 min

Real Estate Fun Facts – Why We Sign Deeds to Transfer Property

Do you know why we sign deeds to transfer property and use complicated legal descriptions? The basic framework of real estate law in the ...

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