Christopher Jones at Rocket Mortgage

OMG!!! I made an offer on a property this weekend and the sell said, YES! Now what?

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So you're buying a house, congratulations! But is this short term, or is this the home you'll keep forever? Have you even thought about that?

Starter Home Vs. Forever Home: Which Is Right For You? A starter home is a small, affordable home for first-time buyers. Find out if it makes sense to buy a starter home or if a forever home is right for you.

You make good money, you have a great credit score, and you've saved for your down payment. But before you ask yourself does the seller know that, does your agent know that?

Can I Look At A House Without Preapproval? Ready to start looking at homes but aren’t sure if a mortgage preapproval is worth your time? Learn why getting preapproved before you look is a great idea.

Your offer was accepted, now you need a home inspection.

The Best Home Warranty Companies Of 2022 A home warranty offers peace of mind and budgetary certainty when covered systems or appliances break. Here are our picks for the best home warranty companies.

Who am I supposed to be talking to, or who is involved in my transaction when I buy a home. Here is a quick read on what to expect when you are buying a home.

What Parties Are Involved When Getting A House? There are two parties to a mortgage: the mortgagor and the mortgagee. But other people are involved in the home buying process. Know what to expect.

Going to see homes this weekend? Here are some things you may hear your agent refer to.

20 Popular Home Styles And Types Of Houses We rounded up the most common types of houses and provided their key features, pros and cons and photos so you can find the home style that best fits you.

Did you see a home over the weekend that caught your eye? Do you want to make an offer? Here is a short article on some of the ways to be strategic in doing so.

How Much Above Asking Price Should I Offer? In a competitive housing market, you may ask, “How much above asking price should I offer?” Read on to learn tips for preparing to offer over asking price.

Looking at homes this weekend? Here is a handy tool to help estimate your payment. But make sure you call me so we can get you a more detailed estimate.

Mortgage Calculator | Estimate Your Payment | Rocket Mortgage Use this mortgage calculator to estimate your monthly mortgage payment. Enter your home price, down payment, interest rate, taxes and insurance to get your estimate.

Did you know APR is not what your interest rate is, on your mortgage? Here is a great explanation..

What Is APR And Why Does It Matter? Annual percentage rate (APR) is the rate at which your loan will accrue interest over the loan term. Read on to learn more about APR and how to calculate it.

One of the first questions I get asked is how long their preapproval lasts.

How Long Does A Mortgage Preapproval Last? A mortgage preapproval is a useful part of the home buying process, but how long does it last? Read on to find out how long a preapproval letter is good for.

One of the first questions I get asked is how long their preapproval lasts.

How Long Does A Mortgage Preapproval Last? A mortgage preapproval is a useful part of the home buying process, but how long does it last? Read on to find out how long a preapproval letter is good for.

You've probably paid rent in the last week or so. Have you ever wondered what is less expensive renting or buying? Here is a great tool.

Rocket Mortgage

One of the best in the Chicago area.

For those who may not know me, I'm Lori Spruiell, a full-time licensed professional Realtor and I'm someone you should know!

Being part of an entrepreneurial family where hard work, perseverance, and community awareness were building blocks for success has contributed greatly to me being awesome at what I do, thanks mom and dad! ❤️

Throughout my real estate journey, I’ve partnered with various social, community, veteran, and faith-based organizations to assist with providing affordable housing. I’ve also built a wide range of partnerships among industry experts - lenders, contractors, real estate professionals – you name it!

Interested in buying or listing with me?
Call now (708) 724-4498 or visit my website at: https://lorispruiell.bairdwarner.com/

I often hear people say they don't want to get preapproved until they are ready to offer or have found a home because they are scared of damaging their credit.

Does Getting Preapproved Hurt Your Credit? Want to buy a house but worried a preapproval will hurt your credit? Read our article to learn about credit inquiries when it comes to the home buying process.

Thinking about buying a home. Here is a great place to start.

How To Repair Your Credit: A Guide Ready to bump up your credit score? We’ll help you understand what your credit score means and walk you through how to increase your credit score in six steps.

With people having the flexibility to work from home we've seen a sharp increase in homes prices since Spring of 2020. Now is the perfect time to start planning your next purchase as the market continues to stabilize.

Home prices fell for the 7th straight month Home prices fell for the seventh consecutive month in January, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller data.

Welcome to your new home buying resource. Where you will find info for buyers, agents, and people looking to refinance.

First-Time Home Buyer Checklist Starting the process of buying your first home? Use our extensive first-time home buyer checklist to help you prepare and ensure you don't miss a step.