How the Market is Surviving in Chicago

We are currently living in a time that is both confusing and worrisome to us all.  All aspects of our day-to-day lives are effected by surfacing and uncertainty of COVID-19.  It is hard to say what “normal life” will look like, let alone will resume within the coming months.  Looking at the real estate market, […]

Are Balconies the Latest Trend Due to COVID-19?

The “new normal” is a term we as a community are still getting familiarized with due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19.  Life as we knew it is changing to better accommodate to everyday formalities as we rejoin society.  Along with mask wearing and continuous handwashing, businesses are the forefront leaders to adapt to this […]

Top Tips When Investing

The Chicago Real Estate Institute is a one-stop-shop to help you gain knowledge and your independence when entering the real estate market.  The best way to understand all you need to know when investing in real estate is simple- get licensed!  CREI offers an abundant amount of flexible and affordable courses to lead you to […]

Is COVID-19 Leading Us to the Suburbs?

Social distancing seems to be the top activity we all are all currently partaking in due to the continual strenuous presence of COVID-19.  Being safe and healthy is the number one priority as a society to limit the spread of this virus and put an end to this pandemic overall as soon as possible.  The […]

Is 2020 Your Year to Invest?

Are we ever be truly surprised to hear the market prices rising for Chicago homes?  2020 is said to bring an estimated 1% (and rising) increase rate to all real estate within the city.  If there is every a time to lock a property down in the area, it is now. With a population of […]

Can Chicago’s Housing Market Recover from COVID-19?

The world-wide spread of COVID-19 has put everything at a standstill.  Those who are lucky enough to not be sick are burdened with the unforeseeable future that lies ahead of them when it comes to where their next check is coming from.  Bills, food, and rent are top priorities with no certain regulation as to […]

COVID-19: What Does That Mean for Real Estate?

It is safe to say that these are very trying times.  It is of utmost importance to stay safe and healthy.  With that in mind, what does that mean for the real estate? Are there best practices that buyers and sellers should take?  This blog will breakdown some essential tips suggested for those needing guidance during precautionary ordeals. Open […]

Changes to the Famous Chicago Skyline?

When you think of Chicago, what are some of the first things that come to mind?  Other than its delectable deep-dish pizza, the Chicago skyline is a close second!  Thousands of high-rises scraping the sky at a fight for the top.  Each building holding a beautiful story all their own.  To be exact, Chicago is […]

Affordable Housing Projects in Chicago

  For the past 30 years, The Resurrection Project has been a longstanding organization to help the overall relationship of community and what it means for ownership, assets, and the structure of wealth.  Originating in Pilsen in the 1990’s, the founding members want to fix the ongoing negligence and violence that their beloved neighborhood was […]

Midwest Gentrification: Transformative Makeover or Superfluous Alteration?

Gentrification is a commonly used term when referring to present-day Chicago neighborhoods.  What is gentrification? In simple terms, it is the process of renovation to a neighborhood to better appeal to a newer market.  This can lead to many issues for those currently residing in the areas in which are being revamped due to the […]