Chicago’s Home Design Trends: What’s In and What’s Out
Chicago, with its rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant neighborhoods, sets the stage for dynamic home design trends. Whether you’re a homeowner, real estate investor, or simply passionate about interior design, staying updated on what’s in and what’s out is crucial. In this blog, we’ll delve into the latest trends shaping Chicago’s real estate landscape,... More
IRPINO Real Estate’s 2023 Annual Report: State of the Chicagoland Real Estate Market
We are so excited to provide you with something of significant value — our 2023 Annual Report for the Chicago Real Estate Market. Here at IRPINO Real Estate in Chicago, we are proud to not only be your local Uptown, Chicago real estate broker, but also a knowledge broker providing helpful information about the state... More
IRPINO Real Estate’s 2022 Annual Report: State of the Chicagoland Real Estate Market
We are so excited to provide you with something of significant value — our 2022 Annual Report for the Chicago Real Estate Market. Here at IRPINO Real Estate in Chicago, we are proud to not only be your local Uptown, Chicago real estate broker, but also a knowledge broker providing helpful information about the state... More
Expert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year
The housing market is at a turning point, and if you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, that may leave you wondering: is it still a good time to buy a home? Should I make a move this year? To help answer those questions, let’s turn to the experts for projections on what the second half of the... More
IRPINO Real Estate’s 2021 Annual Report: State of the Chicagoland Real Estate Market
We are so excited to provide you with something of significant value — our 2021 Annual Report for the Chicago Real Estate Market. Here at IRPINO Real Estate in Chicago, we are proud to not only be your local Uptown, Chicago real estate broker, but also a knowledge broker providing helpful information about the state... More
This Isn’t a Bubble. It’s Simply Lack of Supply. [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights In a recent article, Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR), discussed the state of today’s housing market. When addressing whether or not today’s high buyer competition and rising home prices are evidence of a housing bubble, Yun said that this “is not a bubble. It is simply lack of supply.” Today’s housing market... More
Will the Housing Market Bloom This Spring?
Spring is almost here, and many are wondering what it will bring for the housing market. Even though the pandemic continues on, it’s certain to be very different from the spring we experienced at this time last year. Here’s what a few industry experts have to say about the housing market and how it will... More
Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One
If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however, if the dollars and cents add up in your favor as home prices continue to rise. According to the experts, in many cases, it’s still more affordable... More
The Cost of Renting Vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights The percentage of income needed to afford a median-priced home today is declining, while that for renting is on the rise. This is making buying a home an increasingly attractive option for many people, especially with low mortgage rates driving purchasing power. Let’s connect if you’d like expert guidance on exploring your homebuying options while affordability is... More
The #1 Reason Not to Wait to List Your House for Sale
Many industries have been devastated by the economic shutdown caused by the COVID-19 virus. Real estate is not one of them. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist for First American, just reported: “Since hitting a low point during the initial stages of the pandemic, the only major industry to display immunity to the economic impacts of the coronavirus is the housing market. Housing... More
