Buyers
September 5, 2024
What you need to know, whether you are a first-time homebuyer or have plenty of experience to draw on.
September 4, 2024
1. Set a realistic and meaningful budget
Follow these four simple tips to find the best home for you and your family.
September 3, 2024
Getting ready to move into a new home? This guide will help you prepare and give you some peace of mind for the big day.
Sellers
September 5, 2024
What you need to know when you're considering putting your home on the market.
September 4, 2024
Thinking of selling your home? Here are three things you should do before you list.
September 3, 2024
Selling your home can be a headache, but it doesn't have to be! Here's how to overcome the top challenges many sellers face.
Info You Need to Know
September 18, 2024
The 2024 Illinois housing market proved to be challenging, particularly for home buyers across suburban Chicagoland. Limited inventory and rising mortgage rates caused housing affordability to hit historic lows. Despite this, well-positioned homes remained in high demand, quickly moving off the market, often leaving many buyers feeling frustrated. So, what can we expect for the Illinois housing market in 2025?
September 18, 2024
Key Benefits of Working With a REALTOR® for Buyers and Sellers in Chicagoland
September 4, 2024
We want to help you buy or sell your home with confidence. As a senior, you may have different questions or needs than you did as a first-time homebuyer. Whether you're searching for senior housing or thinking of working with a Seniors Real Estate Specialist®, we've got answers to your questions.
September 3, 2024
Resources for Veterans and Active Military Whether you're currently serving our country or have served, we want to make finding your next home a simple and rewarding process. From finding a Mainstreet REALTOR® to applying for home loans, these local and national resources will help you buy and maintain the home of your dreams.
September 2, 2024
Know Your Property Rights Navigating homeowner rights can be tricky. And when important issues are muffled under policy jargon, how do you know where to turn? Local REALTOR® associations like Mainstreet are committed to advocating for homeowner rights at local and state levels.
August 31, 2024
The Fair Housing Act Do you understand your rights as a homebuyer? At Mainstreet, we’re dedicated to supporting homebuyers, and we’re here to help you navigate your rights. Learn the resources you can turn to if you feel you’ve experienced discrimination during the homebuying process.
August 30, 2024
Everyone deserves a place to call home, but many of us need a little help to find that home and settle in. From educational materials and workshops to financial assistance, these organizations can help you.
August 29, 2024
A Mainstreet REALTOR® will work with you to make buying or selling a home as easy as possible. They can help you find the home of your dreams and make sure you get the best deal possible. And, it's their job to make sure you're protected and treated fairly during the entire buying or selling process.
