Cecilia Kleiner's Blog

Posted on 05/05/2025
The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked
Saving up to buy a home can feel a little intimidating, especially right now. And for many first-time buyers, the idea that you have to put 20% down can feel like a major roadblock. But that’s actually a common misconception. Here’s the truth. Do You Really Have To Put 20% Down When You Buy a Home? Unless your...
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Posted on 05/05/2025
What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market
Talk about the economy is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. That’s leaving a lot of people wondering what it means for the value of their home – and their buying power. Let’s take a look at some historical data to show what’s happened in the housing market during each...
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Posted on 05/04/2025
A Tale of Two Housing Markets
For a long time, the housing market was all sunshine for sellers. Homes were flying off the shelves, and buyers had to compete like crazy. But lately, things are starting to shift. Some areas are still super competitive for buyers, while others are seeing more homes sit on the market, giving buyers a bit more breathing room. In...
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Posted on 05/03/2025
Morton Grove, IL Real Estate Market Update 5/3/2025
Click here to view Morton Grove, IL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 05/01/2025
What to expect: House buying costs
House buying costs involve much more than just the...
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Posted on 04/30/2025
Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It’s Time To Hit Play Again
It’s not really a surprise that 70% of buyers paused their home search last year. Maybe you were one of them. And if so, no judgment. Conditions just weren’t great. Inventory was too low, prices were too high, and mortgage rates were bouncing all over. That made it really hard to find a home you loved – and...
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Posted on 04/28/2025
Chicago, IL Real Estate Market Update 4/28/2025
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Posted on 04/27/2025
Should I Buy a Home Now or Wait?
At some point, you’ve probably heard the saying: “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.” That’s because homeownership is about the long game – and home prices typically rise over time. So, while you may be holding out for prices to fall or rates to improve, you should know...
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Posted on 04/26/2025
What You Can Do When Mortgage Rates Are a Moving Target
Have you seen where mortgage rates have been lately? One day they go down a little. The next day, they go back up again. It can feel confusing and even frustrating if you’re trying to decide whether now’s a good time to buy a home. Take a look at the graph below. It uses data from Mortgage News...
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Posted on 04/24/2025
Don’t Miss This Prime Spring Window To Sell Your House
According to Realtor.com, the best week to list your house this year was April 13-19. And since that week has come and gone, you might be wondering: did I miss my chance? Not at all – and here’s why. That’s just one source’s take, based on their own research. Other organizations run similar studies. And since different places...
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Posted on 04/23/2025
Des Plaines, IL Real Estate Market Update 4/23/2025
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Posted on 04/23/2025
Understanding insurance: Personal liability coverage
Personal liability coverage is included in standard home...
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