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The importance of first impressions applies to real estate as well. It may seem trivial, but the appearance of your home’s entryway can make a big difference in potential buyers’ decision-making. Many agents contend that buyers know within the first few minutes whether they like a place or not, and an unkempt front porch, door, or foyer could dissuade buyers who might otherwise love your home. Simple cosmetic improvements to landscaping and front doors, making sure your locks and doorbell work properly, and a neat and clean entry way can impress potential buyers and get them in the front door, literally, and give the rest of your home a chance.

Two bedroom River North condo with amazing views

Price: $450,000 + $15K parking
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A gorgeous entry way welcomes you into this stunning River North 2 bed, 2 bath condo with amazing city views from all rooms.  This model condo is walled with floor to ceiling windows with beautiful coverings.  This up-graded kitchen has stainless steal appliances & granite counters and has been opened up to capture more city view and create room for a breakfast bar with additional seating.  This condo offers a separate dining area and full size balcony.  Two spacious bedrooms are located on opposite ends of living area and include beautifully finished bathrooms.  The luxurious master is equipped with soaking tub & separate shower, double vanity sink, slate flooring.  Other features include, hardwood floors, in-unit washer/dryer, walk-in closets and heated garage parking for only $15K.  Full amenity building with 24 hour door person, work-out room, dry cleaners, grocery store and on-site management.  Fantastic River North location, steps to Michigan Ave, Loop, all transportation.  This one will go fast.

A reader at CNN/Money asks the question whether they should buy now and take advantage of low interest rates, or wait and see if prices are going to fall even more. The answer, of course, isn’t as simple as they would probably like. You could take advantage of falling prices to bargain your way into more concessions from a seller. And you should always base the decision on how long you think you will stay in that home. Even if the market value continued to decline after the purchase, if you plan on staying there over five years, you’ll recover and likely see the modest 6 percent gains that have been the historical norm in this country. Also, don’t take on a risky, short-term adjustable mortgage right now, because when prices do rise, your monthly payments might increase to uncomfortable levels.