As we begin another year, everyone wants to know: “Where is the housing market headed in 2019?”

It’s not only buyers, sellers, and homeowners who are impacted. The real estate market plays an integral role in the overall U.S. economy.  Fortunately, key indicators point toward a stable housing market in 2019 with signs of modest growth. However, shifting conditions could impact you if you plan to buy, sell, or refinance this year.



HOME VALUES WILL INCREASE

The value of real estate will continue to rise. Freddie Mac predicts housing prices will increase by 4.3 percent in 2019.1  While the rapid price appreciation we witnessed earlier in the decade has slowed, the combination of a strong economy, low unemployment, and a lack of inventory in many market segments continues to push prices higher.

"Ninety percent of markets are experiencing price gains while very few are experiencing consistent price declines," according to National Association of R ...

The holiday season is upon us, and many of us have already begun to celebrate. From trimming trees to lighting candles, it’s the time of year to fill your homes (and hearts) with holiday joy.

But there’s no need to stop at your front door. Let the spirit of the season radiate outward from your house into your community. Some homeowners hang outdoor lights and decorations to help make the neighborhood “merry and bright.” But that’s not the only way to share the magic of the holidays with others.

Not sure where to start? Check out these 9 inspirational ideas for spreading cheer far and near!




THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME

You probably don’t have to look far to find someone who could benefit from a gift or kind gesture this time of year. Try one (or all) of these ideas for sharing the season with those closest to home.

1. Host a Holiday Party

Hosting a neighborhood holiday party is a great way to reconnect with old friends and ...

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This beautiful and spacious custom-built 2-story traditional style home with an open floorplan in the Harmony Grove subdivision of Naperville, is ready for its new owners. The main level draws you in with an inviting 2-story foyer with natural light and hardwood floors that extend through the large kitchen. The kitchen includes oak cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast area. Dine in a spacious separate carpeted dining room with crown molding and chair rail. The family room includes a volume ceiling, bay window, ceiling fan, carpets, and a gas-starter cozy fireplace. This level boasts solid six panel oak doors throughout. There is also a formal living room, full bathroom, office/den.
On the upper level, enjoy plush carpets, a large 20 ...

Your Naperville Real Estate Relocation Guide: 7 Steps to a Seamless Move



Whatever your reasons are for relocating to a new area, the process can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re moving across across town or across the country, you’ll be changing more than your address. Besides a new house, you may also be searching for new jobs, schools, doctors, restaurants, stores, service providers and more.

Of course you’ll need to pack, make moving arrangements, and possibly sell your old home. With so much to do, you may be wondering: Where do I start?

In this guide, we outline seven steps to help you get prepared, get organized, and get settled in your new community. Our hope is to alleviate the hassle of relocating within or to Naperville and western suburbs — so you can focus on the exciting adventure ahead!


1. Gather Information

If you’re unfamiliar with your new area, start by doing some research.1 Look for data on average housing prices, d ...

When you purchase real estate, you are investing in your future – either as a Naperville homeowner or entrepreneur.  And as with any business deal or life change, careful consideration of your actions is necessary before proceeding with the complexity of investing in real estate. 

The first step is in knowing exactly what your options are.  Should you rent or buy stocks?  What do you hope to gain from your purchase?



The Basics of Rentals

Perhaps your single goal is to buy a home and rent it out to tenants until the mortgage is paid off and you start earning a profit.  Ideally, you would be charging tenants enough that covers all costs associated with the property, including the mortgage, so that while you are still the homeowner, your renters are responsible for making the monthly payments.  Keeping the property, then, has its advantages to you – especially if the home increases in market value.  As far as downfalls go, findi ...