View Any Listing Via Text Message

Click here to view any listing via text message!  Read More →

Secrets to Selling Video

Great tips for sellers.  Originally aired on February 15th, channel 7 (ABC Chicago) news…  Read More →

Considering a Home Purchase?

With an investment as large as a home there are many things to consider. Market trends, area information and government programs should all play a role in the decision to buy. Use this video to learn why RE/MAX agents are uniquely qualified to help you identify your ideal place.  Read More →

BETTER CREDIT SCORE, CHEAPER HOUSE PAYMENT

A family put a 3.5% down payment on a $172,900 house with a resulting loan of $166,850.  Here is what their bottom line would look like… Score Rate Monthly Payment Total Cost 760+ 4.981% $893.75 $326,900 700-759 5.203% $916.50 $335,090 680-699 5.380% $934.83 $341,689 660-679 5.594% $957.22 $349,749 640-659 6.024% $1002.93 $366,205 620-639 6.570% $1062.30 $387,578 Less... [Read more...]

FICO Scores and your Credit Report

 The Fair Credit Reporting Act guarantees you access to a free credit report from each of the 3 nationwide reporting agencies – Experian, Equifax and TransUnion – every 12 months. For a safe and secure way to obtain your free credit report start by going to www.ftc.gov. on “Free Credit Reports” and that will take you to another... [Read more...]

Ever driving by a home for sale sign and wonder

How much it is?.. Or how many bedrooms/baths it has, but don’t want to talk to anyone?.. Text DeborahCassidy to 74558 or go to http://remaxshowcase.sikku.com/app/signup/new.aspx?ipid=259941 to register. You will be sent a text with all of the information and photos too!  Read More →

Positively Healthy/The Sunny Side in 2010

When life gives us lemons, do we make great lemonade?  We talk about positive attitude, we know that an optimistic attitude can improve our mental and physical health, so here are three tips to help us: Surroundings that make you smile.  Spend more time with optimistic people and in places that lift your spirit.  The positive energy is contagious.  Interrupt... [Read more...]

Interesting Statistic…

First time home buyers accounted for more than 45% of home sale during the past year.  Distressed homes accounted for 29% of transactions through September.  Read More →

13 Reasons to List During the Holidays

1. There is less competition for buyers. 2. Winter prospects are more serious buyers. 3. Your home looks better during the holidays. 4. One of highest percentages if “the listing sold” to “listing taken” occurs during this time of year. 5. Expanded Home Buyer Tax Credit, for First-Time Home Buyer and Existing Home Buyers (specified... [Read more...]

Certified Luxury Home Market Specialist

                  CLHMS Certified Luxury Home Market Specialist   The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing exists to help real estate professionals around the world provide high quality service to buyers and sellers of luxury properties.  Institute members have completed special training to build expertise in the marketing of upscale homes... [Read more...]

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