Homeownership Blog

Chicago is one of our country’s most vibrant cities. It has a vibrant art and entertainment scene, a veritable smorgasbord of cultures, great schools, parks, and a huge variety of ...

Home sewer maintenance is often overlooked. A costly and inconvenient mistake! Sewer backups, overflows, leaky faucets, clogged toilets, and broken sewer pipes can turn a good day into a bad ...

Looking to design your dream game room? A well-thought-out game room floor plan can transform any space into an enjoyable retreat for gaming, relaxation, and fun. Whether you’re into video ...

An effective and efficient plumbing system is important for a lot more than just the value of a home. It is critical to keeping you and your family healthy as ...

When it comes to real estate, first impressions are everything. Staging a bedroom well can help potential buyers fall in love with your home faster than you can say, “Sold!” ...

Curious about your home’s history? Or, are you looking for info on the house you’re thinking of buying? Here are some really useful tips on getting information about the property, ...

Becoming a homeowner is an anxiety-inducing accomplishment.  Buying a home is an expected accomplishment for most, but the responsibilities surrounding homeownership are often left out of the daydream. There is ...

Who, or what is a federal contractor? Well, federal contractors are workers who enter into a contract with any of the governmental departments or agencies of the United States in ...

If you’re looking to buy a home, but cannot afford the national median price of $340,000, mobile homes, or manufactured homes, may be the right choice for you. For a ...

The pieces of technology or smart home automation you buy are a long-term investment, but they do require regular upkeep. You need to keep updating and upgrading your devices with ...

Thanks to technology, today, it’s possible to buy a home online. In fact, buying a house remotely, from the comfort of your current residence, actually makes a lot of sense.  ...

Bedrooms are among the most important rooms in any home, along with kitchens and living rooms. They are areas of privacy, sanctuaries of solitude, and refuges to rest in and ...

More and more millennials are looking to buy a home, with nearly four times as many millennials (40%) citing the current low-interest rates as the reason they house hunting, according ...

Outdoor decks are a blessing for any home. They connect your living room to the outdoors and are great spaces for cookouts, barbeques, and for entertaining friends. Of course, enjoying ...