Can You Sell a Condo While the Association Is Considering a Special Assessment?

Yes, you can sell a condo while the association is considering a special assessment. However, you should investigate the proposed project and the association’s finances before listing. Even if an assessment has not been formally approved, the

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Cook County tax year 2025 graphic comparing the 3.9% countywide property-tax increase, 3.1% Chicago-area inflation and 6.4% north and northwest suburban increase.

Cook County Property Taxes Increased in 2025: What the Numbers Mean for Homeowners Cook County’s total property-tax burden increased 3.9% for tax year 2025, exceeding both Chicago-area and national inflation. The largest regional increase was

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What Should a Home Seller Do If a Storm Damages the Property Before Closing?

What Should a Home Seller Do If a Storm Damages the Property Before Closing? If a storm hits while a home is under contract, the seller should promptly inspect the property, photograph any damage, prevent the damage from getting worse, notify the

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Selling Without a Realtor Does Not Mean Selling Without a Process

Selling a home without a real estate agent can be a reasonable choice in the right circumstances. Some homeowners already have a potential buyer. Others are comfortable marketing the property, arranging showings, and negotiating directly. Some

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FSBO Sellers: The Buyer’s Attorney Is Not There to Protect You

When selling a home privately, one of the most common mistakes a seller can make is assuming that they are protected because “there is already an attorney involved.” That sounds reassuring. It should not be. If the attorney represents the buyer,

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FSBO Sellers: Don’t Argue About the Buyer’s Broker Fee. Do the Math.

A seller recently came to me with a concern I expect to hear more often: “I don’t want to pay the buyer’s broker.” That reaction makes sense. If you are selling your home FSBO or through a private sale, one of the main reasons is usually to

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FSBO Sellers: Who Wrote the Contract Matters

Selling your home without a realtor can feel empowering. You find the buyer. You agree on a price. Everyone seems ready to move forward. Then someone sends over a contract. That is the moment many FSBO sellers move too quickly. In a private sale,

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5 Mistakes FSBO Sellers Make Before They Even List

Many homeowners choose to sell their property without hiring a realtor. Sometimes they already have a buyer in mind. Sometimes they want to avoid paying a commission. Sometimes they simply believe they can handle the process themselves. Selling a

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