Chitownproperty

Here’s a lesson on how not to win clients: last week a Northwest Side Century 21 agent sent letters to homeowners near Midway Airport, warning them that their homes might soon be condemned. The letter, which said that Midway was planning an expansion and wanted to acquire nearby residential property, was an attempt [...]

An AP feature in the Tribune discusses the growing popularity of discount brokers. Many new realty firms will charge substatially lower fees to list a home in the MLS, run advertising, and schedule showings. They often offer more services like negotiation as a la carte options. The savings can be significant, sometimes over four percent [...]

A couple trying to buy a home from its owner, none of which are represented by a realtor, find themselves exasperated. Read this quick Q&A about the pros and cons of saving money on a realtor’s commission.