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How to Sell a House You Inherited in Chicago – the reality behind probate

January 25, 2024

Selling an inherited home in IL is not as easy as people think! Read on to learn how to sell a house you inherited in Chicago IL… First of all, there is always that emotional bit of preparing a loved one’s house ready for sale – which most likely includes depersonalizing his or her rooms … Continued

Can a house be sold while in probate in Chicago IL?

January 18, 2024

By Zach Shepard

Probate is the process of reassigning the property to the beneficiaries after the person dies. When a person passes away they leave their loved ones and their property behind. Sometimes the last will or the Testate is left behind by the person and in some cases it is not. Whatever is the situation, the property … Continued

Navigating the Implications of Inheriting a House in Chicago: Insight into the Process

January 11, 2024

By Zach Shepard

Inheriting a house can be an unexpected and significant event that life throws our way. However, the dynamics of dealing with an inherited property in IL add an extra layer of complexity to the situation. While there may be an emotional attachment to the house, practical considerations often come into play, prompting individuals to contemplate … Continued

Potential tax consequences when selling a house I inherited in Chicago

January 4, 2024

By Zach Shepard

Inheriting a home is a pretty sweet experience, yet bitter at the same time… You are left with a potentially great property which you can use to improve your life in several ways, but you are still mourning the loss of a loved one. If you’re reading this article, you are probably the one handling … Continued

Going through the probate process for a house in Chicago – Understand the process and know your options.

December 28, 2023

By Zach Shepard

Buying and selling real estate is big business in any economy in the world. As the population increases, more houses are needed for people to live in and offices for people to work in. Despite this fact of life, real estate transactions can still be risky! Especially when it comes to probate property if the … Continued

5 Things That Make Us Unique From Other Real Estate Pros in Chicago

October 30, 2023

By bdefre

There are many real estate companies, agents, and professionals in Chicago, but not all are the same. Here's what makes Big Rehabs so unique.

Who are the cash house buyers in Chicago IL?

August 23, 2023

By bdefre

You’ve seen the “we buy houses in Chicago” and “cash for houses” signs all around town when you’re driving around… even in other cities across IL… so who are these cash house buyers in Chicago IL? Are they legit? How does it work? Who should I trust? We’ll dive into these questions here in this … Continued

Foreclosure Effects In Chicago IL – What Sellers Need To Know

August 16, 2023

By bdefre

Foreclosure is a nightmare to any family going through it irrespective of the reasons why they are about to lose their home. Today we are going to look at the foreclosures effects in Chicago IL and what local house sellers need to know. First we will look at the effects and the ways of easing them. … Continued

How To Find Tenants for Your Chicago Investment Property During Covid-19

October 23, 2020

By Zach Shepard

Considering becoming a property investor? You’ll need to know how to find tenants. Real estate is a wise long-term investment that will also serve the need of renters who are not currently able to purchase a home, because of the downturn in the economy. Meanwhile, real estate values tend to continue to rise over time … Continued

How To Sell Your Home Quickly In Chicago And Other Parts Of IL

June 30, 2020

By Zach Shepard

You want to sell your local Chicago IL home and you want to do so quickly. Right? Perhaps you have another commitment with the money or you need to move. Whatever the case is, you need to sell your home quickly in Chicago and move on. Unfortunately, homeowners who need to sell their home fast … Continued

3 House Selling Tips In Chicago

June 23, 2020

By Zach Shepard

Selling your Chicago IL home is never a simple process. But it can be especially difficult if you have to sell your Chicago house fast. In this article, we will take a look at a few house selling tips in Chicago that will allow you to get a fast sale. Tip #1: Increase The Odds … Continued

I Can’t Sell My House In Chicago IL… Help!

June 16, 2020

By Zach Shepard

If you’ve found yourself saying, “I can’t sell my house in Chicago IL,” this article is for you. Maybe you’ve been trying to sell your Chicago house for a while now and haven’t received any offers, don’t panic! You still have a few options at your disposal to help you sell your house for a fair … Continued

Giving My House Back To The Bank In Chicago

June 9, 2020

By Zach Shepard

“I’m behind in payments…will I be giving my house back to the bank in Chicago?” Nobody wants to lose their home. But sometimes financial circumstances turn against you and those financial commitments become simply too much to manage. If your situation progresses too far, you may be forced into the unfortunate situation of having to … Continued

4 Reasons Why It Is Better To Sell Your House Directly vs. Hiring A Chicago Real Estate Agent

May 14, 2020

By Zach Shepard

You’ve decided it’s time to sell. You keep asking yourself if you should hire an agent to sell your house in Chicago, IL. Do you want to pay large commissions? How long are you willing to wait for the house to receive an offer? How long will it take to close? What sort of repairs … Continued

5 Hidden Costs of Working With a Chicago Real Estate Agent

May 13, 2020

By Zach Shepard

Working with a real estate agent can be a great way to put your property in front of a large audience of potential buyers. This also means that there will be additional expenses that may not be fully apparent at the time of listing your property. Here are five hidden costs of working with a … Continued