Posts from June 2025
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You May Have Enough Equity To Downsize and Buy Your Next House in Cash
Some Highlights
- Have you been holding off on downsizing? If so, you should know your equity could make your move possible.
- Homeowners today have so much equity that a record number are buying their next house in all cash. And that has some big benefits like making their offer more appealing, potentially closing faster, and not h...
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Fireworks Displays Around Chicagoland: Where to Celebrate Independence Day
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day! The Chicago area hosts some of the most spectacular Fourth of July events in the Midwest, including parades, festivals, and majestic fireworks displays. Let our real estate agents be your guides to finding the best fireworks shows in Chicagoland, from the heart of downtown to the suburbs.
- Fireworks at Navy Pier - 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Extending 3,300 feet into Lake Michigan from the Streeterville neighborhood near Downtown Chicago, Navy Pier hosts stunning fireworks displays all summer long. Fireworks take place on Wednesday and Saturday nights from May through August, offering plenty of opportunities to see a memorable show over the moonli...
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Your House Didn't Sell. Here's What To Do Now.
When your house doesn't sell, it doesn't just feel frustrating – it feels personal. You put time, money, and emotional energy into this move. You told your friends and family it was happening. And now that your listing has expired without a buyer? You're left feeling stuck, and maybe even a little embarrassed.
And here's what most agents won't tell you. Over 70% of homeowners who re-list with a different agent sell their house.
Re-list with the same agent? That stat drops to only 50%, according to the latest data from REDX. That's like leaving the fate of your sale to a coin toss. And that's not good eno...
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Coaching events that actually make a difference in your business.
We talk a lot about the depth of our training and coaching opportunities and how it's essential to agent success, but what does that actually mean in practice? It means regularly providing opportunities to expand their knowledge and skillset so they can tackle what's impacting their businesses right now.
Recently, our top agents attended an event with speaker Terri Sjodin, a NYT bestselling author and nationally recognized sales expert. Stepping in as sales coach for the day, Terri went beyond the basics to provide a deeper understanding of what persuasive speaking really is...
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Is Inventory Getting Back To Normal?
After years of it feeling almost impossible to find a home you want to buy, things are changing for the better.
Nationally, inventory is growing, and that gives you more options for your move. But here's what you need to know. That level of growth is going to vary based on where you live. And that's why you need an agent's local market expertise.
Here's a quick rundown of the current inventory situation, so you know what's happening and what to expect.
Significant Growth Across the Nation
Nationally, the number of homes for sale is rising – and that's true in all regions of the country. That's shown in this
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