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FAQs
To help you make informed decisions, we've compiled answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.
The amount you need for a down payment depends on the type of loan and your financial situation. While 20% is a common benchmark, many buyers put down less—some conventional loans allow as little as 3%, FHA loans require just 3.5% and VA loans can be ZERO down. Read our BLOG for more info!
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You're Already Paying Rent...Why Not Make it COUNT?!
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Elgin Council Says Yes to 7 Brew Over the Neighbors' (and Planning Commission's) Objections
Jenny Jones • Baird & Warner • NW Chicago Suburbs Elgin Council Says Yes to 7 Brew Over the Neighbors' (and Planning Commission's) Objections October 31, 2026By Jenny Jones, REALTOR® The Elgin City Council approved a new 7 Brew drive-thru coffee spot on the east side, overriding a negative recom
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The Home Insurance Move That Could Save You $440 a Year
The Home Insurance Move That Could Save You $440 a Year When you’re planning a move, every monthly cost counts. That’s why it can be frustrating to see home insurance keep creeping up. According to Intercontinental Exchange, it now makes up 9.6% of the average monthly mortgage payment. But the late
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Why Builders May Be More Motivated To Sell Than Homeowners
Why Builders May Be More Motivated To Sell Than Homeowners Here's something most homebuyers don't think about. When the housing market slows down, homeowners and builders don't always respond the same way. Think about it. If you're selling your house and aren't getting the offers you want, you could
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Confused by Home Price Headlines? Here’s Why:
Confused by Home Price Headlines? Here’s Why. Whether you own a house already or you’re looking to buy one, you probably care about home prices. But it’s not always easy to figure out what’s really happening right now, especially if you look at the headlines. One says home prices are falling. The ne
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Rates Up, Prices Up, Buyers Hiding. Great, So Now's the Time?
The Jones Team • Baird & Warner • NW Chicago Suburbs Rates Up, Prices Up, Buyers Hiding. Great, So Now's the Time? October 18, 2026By Jenny Jones, REALTOR® Rising mortgage rates and rising prices have buyers sitting on their hands. WBEZ says the report's punchline is that now is actually the time
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