Tricks and Tips

$7500 for First Time Buyers

by Matt Hernacki September 26, 2008 First Time Buyers

If you are planning on buying your own place by June 30, 2009, you are eligible for a $7500 tax credit when you do your taxes!! You have to be a first time buyer or have not owned a property for 3 years. We have more information posted on our website: firsttimebuyer.

This could be a great …

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What is that neighborhood really like?

by Matt Hernacki February 20, 2008 Tricks and Tips

People always ask, “How are the neighbors?” when they are looking for a new home. I came across a website where you may be able to find out: http://www.rottenneighbor.com/

You can check on that neighborhood you have been considering living in and see if there are many complaints about who lives there. You may also want to …

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Google, IL 60193

by Matt Hernacki October 17, 2007 Tricks and Tips

I am sure you have Googled a potential boyfriend or girlfriend’s name (or heard of someone doing it) to see what comes up. When you have narrowed the list of potential homes you are considering buying, it is a good idea to Google the addresses of those homes. You will sometimes find very interesting information that you would have …

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