Sold! 830 Wagner Court, Glenview

Short sale closed after 11 months. Congratulations Andrew and Diana!

Sold! 5741 N. Drake in Peterson Park Chicago

Listed and Sold by ZipRealty!

Congratulations to The Wu family. I can't wait to see it all fixed up! Happy Thanksgiving! Caroline

Heading to walk through

I have two closings tomorrow. One is a short sale that I have been working on for 11 months. I can't believe it looks like it might actually happen. Heading to a walk through. Wish me luck! Caroline

Wonderful Northbrook find!

I showed this home this weekend and it's fabulous inside. Perfect location in Dist. 30. Close to town and train. Inside has been completely rehabbed.  2 car detached garage. 4BR/ 4 bath with finished basement. 2600 sf plus basement. Great home for the money. $499,000. Call me to schedule a visit. Caroline Gau

Sold! 950 Augusta Way, Highland Park

Congratulations to Dina and Boris! I'm happy you found a great home!

Remodeling choices that add value

Remodeling choices that add value

What do you consider a good deal?

In my opinion, getting a great deal is not always about paying the least amount of money.  This applies to buying a home of course, but can also be said for a dinner out.  I try to tell clients that yes, you want to pay the least amount of money for your next home. Yes, I know that it's a buyers market and you don't want to over pay for a home. Yes, you have looked at a bunch of houses and this is the one you like. Doesn't it also account for the idea that you want to love your home, neighborhood and schools? If you like a home and think it's a good deal, someone else will too. I believe if you find a home you both like, the comparables support the asking price for the most part, you qualify for a loan (which is a big part of the equation) then go for it! When you are moved in to your new home and look back on this experience won't you be glad you did?