by Jeff Kropp | May 28, 2018 | General Updates, Home Buying Tips
ILEBA, or the The Illinois Exclusive Buyer’s Agent Organization, is an Illinois non-profit with a mission of pairing real estate buyers and suitable real estate agents in the state. The organization prides itself on providing functional matches, and connecting buyers...
by Jeff Kropp | May 4, 2018 | Neighborhoods
History and Background The Loop is the downtown, and heart of commerce for the city of Chicago. It received its name for the “El” train lines that encircle it in a loop of elevated tracks. It’s home to the seat of the Cook County and Chicago governments, along with...
by Jeff Kropp | Apr 24, 2018 | Chicagoland Real Estate Information
It’s no secret that this year’s real estate market is tough for buyers. We’re having a record breaking year when it comes to low inventory. Depending on where you want to move in Chicagoland, you may have a hard time finding a home for sale that...
by Jeff Kropp | Mar 23, 2018 | Chicagoland Real Estate Information
The housing supply in the Chicagoland area is very tight. We’re setting records for lowest inventory on hand in decades. That means it’s more important than ever to have a good plan if you’re trying to purchase a home. Decisions will need to be made...
by Jeff Kropp | Mar 17, 2018 | Chicagoland Real Estate Information, Uncategorized
We are still not seeing a big surge in new listings or sales as we make our way into the springtime months. Housing activity around the country is generally lagging compared to last year at this time. Lower affordability due to higher mortgage rates and increasing...
by Jeff Kropp | Mar 17, 2018 | Home Buying Tips
A lot of first time home buyers don’t know what to expect when interviewing with a buyer’s agent. I recently had one of my prospective home buyers interview me on camera so that you can get a feel for what a meeting will be like: In our first meeting you...
