Thursday, January 18, 2018

Wondering If You Can Buy Your First Home?


There are many people sitting on the sidelines trying to decide if they should purchase a home or sign a rental lease. Some might wonder if it makes sense to purchase a house before they are married and have a family, others might think they are too young, and still, others might think their current income would never enable them to qualify for a mortgage.
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Tuesday, January 16, 2018

FICO® Scores on Approved Home Loans Drop Again

FICO® Scores on Approved Home Loans Drop Again | Simplifying The Market
According to Ellie Mae’s latest Origination Report, the average FICO® Score on all closed loans dropped to 722 which is its lowest mark since April. The average includes all approved refinance and purchase loans. Buyhome

FHA and VA loans showed the most opportunity for millennials looking to enter the market with low down payments and even lower FICO® Score requirements.
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Thursday, January 4, 2018

2300 Pebblestone Way BOLINGBROOK, IL 60490

Property Site: http://tours.charlesrutenbergre.com/home/6LNQ89/2300-Pebblestone-Way-BOLINGBROOK-IL-09825746
NOTHING ELSE COMPARES TO THIS HOME!! ONE OF A KIND....SO MANY UPGRADES IN THIS HOME. A Home less than 3 years old with everything done! Hardwood floors on the entire 1st floor. Granite counter tops, Stainless steel appliances. Freshly painted. FINISHED BASEMENT WITH FULL BATHROOM! 4 Bedrooms with loft. 9ft Ceilings Open floor plan Everything has been done. Home is so new it is still under builders warranty. All of the upgrades you would want.HIGHLY ACCLAIMED PLAINFIELD SCHOOL DIST 202.This truly is a DREAM HOME!
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Square feet: 2,638
Price: $359,000

For more information about this property, please contact Keith Kreis at (630) 929-1100 or Keith.Kreis@gmail.com. You can also text 4781127 to 67299.


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MLS ID: 09825746

The Benefits of Homeownership Go Beyond the Financial

The Benefits of Homeownership Go Beyond the Financial | Simplifying The Market
Homeownership is a major part of the American Dream. As evidence of that, 91% of Americans believe that owning a home is either essential (43%) or important (48%) to achieving that “dream.” In a market where some people may be unsure about the benefits and possibilities of buying a home, it is important that we remember this.

Homeownership is NOT just about the money. In fact, some of the major benefits are non-financial. Here are a few of those benefits as per the National Association of Realtors:
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Wednesday, January 3, 2018

How Rising Prices Will Help You Build Family Wealth in 2018

How Rising Prices Will Help You Build Family Wealth in 2018 | Simplifying The Market
Over the next five years, home prices are expected to appreciate on average by 3.35% per year and to grow by 24.34% cumulatively, according to Pulsenomics’ most recent Home Price Expectation Survey.

So, what does this mean for homeowners and their equity position?


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199 Dorset Avenue OSWEGO, IL 60543

Property Site: http://tours.charlesrutenbergre.com/home/NHGDE4/199-Dorset-Avenue-OSWEGO-IL-09824597
ONE OF A KIND....SO MANY UPGRADES IN THIS HOME. BEAUTIFUL 2247 SQFT 2 STORY TOWNHOME SETS THE STANDARD FOR THE VERY BEST! CHEFS KIT! CSTM CABINETS! GRANITE! STAINLESS APP! WARMING OVEN ! LARGE CENTER ISLAND NOTHING BUT THE BEST. NEW HIGH END CARPETING, FRESHLY PAINTED,WAINSCOTING ON BOTH LEVELS. A MASTER SUITE WITH HIS AND HERS WALK IN CLOSETS WITH CUSTOM CABINETS. A MASTER BATHROOM WITH WHIRLPOOL TUB AND FULL BODY SHOWER. 2 OTHER GOOD SIZE BEDROOMS. WATER VIEWS FOR A VERY PRIVATE BACK YARD WITH STOCKED LAKE. LARGE 2 1/2 CAR GARAGE.EXCELLENT SCHOOLS! BASEMENT WAITING FOR YOUR FINISHING TOUCHES WITH ROUGHED IN PLUMBING. A TRUE DREAM HOME.
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Square feet: 2,247
Price: $249,983

For more information about this property, please contact Keith Kreis at (630) 929-1100 or Keith.Kreis@gmail.com. You can also text 4777711 to 67299.


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MLS ID: 09824597

Thursday, December 28, 2017

Top 4 REAL Reasons We Buy a Home

Top 4 REAL Reasons We Buy a Home !


We often talk about the financial reasons why buying a home makes sense. But, more often than not, the emotional reasons are the more powerful or compelling reasons. No matter what shape or size your living space is, the concept and feeling of home can mean different things to different people. Whether it’s a certain scent or a favorite chair, the emotional reasons why we choose to buy our own homes are typically more important to us than the financial ones. home buying process

1. Owning your home offers stability to start and raise a family

From the best neighborhoods to the best school districts, even those without children at the time of purchase may have this in the back of their minds as a major reason for choosing the location of the home that they purchase.

2. There’s no place like home

Owning your own home offers you not only safety and security, but also a comfortable place that allows you to relax after a long day! home buying process

3. You have more space for you and your family

Whether your family is expanding, an older family member is moving in, or you need to have a large backyard for your pets, you can take this all into consideration when buying your dream home!

4. You have control over renovations, updates, and style

Looking to actually try one of those complicated wall treatments that you saw on Pinterest? Tired of paying an additional pet deposit for your apartment building? Or maybe you want to finally adopt that puppy or kitten you’ve seen online 100 times? Who’s to say that you can’t in your own home?

Bottom Line

Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a move-up buyer who wants to start a new chapter in your life, now is a great time to reflect on the intangible factors that make a house a home. source: Top 4 REAL Reasons We Buy a Home

GUIDE TO BUYING A HOME

Buying a home usually represents your single biggest investment .

The home buying process is one of the most exciting, and frequently stressful, experiences you’ll ever go through. This holds true whether you’ve bought many homes or you’re looking to buy your first, whether you’re in the market for a new primary residence, an investment property or that perfect 
vacation getaway. home buying process
Today’s real estate market can offer more opportunities, yet
 can be filled with more risks than ever before. There are a multitude of factors to consider and decisions to make when home buying process .
When buying, it’s crucial to have all the available resources necessary to make a well-informed decision, together with the time required to make use of them. It’s important to enlist the help of a trusted real estate professional ” Keith Kreis “who’ll be able to provide expert guidance at each step of the buying process. Finding and home buying process includes the following steps, which we’ll examine in more detail throughout this booklet: home buying process
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3 Tips for Making Your Dream Home a Reality

Some Highlights:

  • Realtor.com shared their “5 Habits to Start Now If You Hope to Buy a Home.”
  • Setting up an automatic savings plan that saves a small amount of every check is one of the best ways to save without thinking a lot about it.
  • Living within a budget will not only help you save money for down payments but will help you pay down other debts that might be holding you back.
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