Cecilia Kleiner's Blog

Posted on 06/12/2025
Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s What To Do Now.
When your house doesn’t sell, it doesn’t just feel frustrating – it feels personal. You put time, money, and emotional energy into this move. You told your friends and family it was happening. And now that your listing has expired without a buyer? You’re left feeling stuck, and maybe even a little embarrassed. Most sellers will either give...
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Posted on 06/11/2025
Is Inventory Getting Back To Normal?
After years of it feeling almost impossible to find a home you want to buy, things are changing for the better. Nationally, inventory is growing, and that gives you more options for your move. But here’s what you need to know. That level of growth is going to vary based on where you live. Here’s a quick rundown...
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Posted on 06/11/2025
Park Ridge, IL Real Estate Market Update 6/11/2025
Click here to view Park Ridge, IL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 06/11/2025
Understanding the relationship between PITI & property taxes
PITI is an acronym for principal, interest, taxes and...
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Posted on 06/10/2025
Jimmy’s Pizza Cafe in Ravenswood
Recently we went to Jimmy's Pizza Cafe in Ravenswood. They are known for their New York-style pizza. It was fantastic. You can tell that this is a quality made pizza. In fact, last year they were named as one of the top 50 pizza places in the United States. If you are in the area, you definitely want...
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Posted on 06/10/2025
Buying Your First Home? FHA Loans Can Help
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you might feel like the odds are stacked against you in today’s market. But there are resources and programs out there that can help – if you know where to look. And one thing that can make homeownership easier to achieve? An FHA home loan. They’re designed to help you overcome some of...
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Posted on 06/09/2025
The Rooms That Matter Most When You Sell
Now that buyers have more options for their move, you need to be a bit more intentional about making sure your house looks its best when you sell. And proper staging can be a great way to do just that. What Is Home Staging? It’s not about making your house look super trendy or like it belongs in...
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Posted on 06/09/2025
Understanding Today’s Mortgage Rates: Is 3% Coming Back?
A lot of buyers are pressing pause on their plans these days, holding out hope that mortgage rates will come down – maybe even back to the historic-low 3% from a few years ago. But here’s the thing: those rates were never meant to last. They were a short-term response to a very specific moment in time. And...
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Posted on 06/06/2025
June Events in Chicago
Summer is just a couple of weeks away. That means there are alot of events happening this month around town. Here is a list of what's happening around town....
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Posted on 06/06/2025
Morton Grove, IL Real Estate Market Update 6/6/2025
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Posted on 06/05/2025
Newly Built Homes May Be Less Expensive Than You Think
Do you think a brand-new home means a bigger price tag? Think again. Right now, something unique is happening in the housing market. According to the Census and the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the median price of newly built homes is actually lower than the median price for existing homes (ones that have already been lived in):...
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Posted on 06/04/2025
Home theater ideas for a perfect movie night
The home theater room has recently exploded as an...
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