BHHS Chicago - Bucktown

Klopasstratton had a STRONG October !

Broker Open hosted by Beth Keller Gomez + Sophia Stratton Klopas + KlopasStratton Team - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Happy Saturday from your Bucktown Brokers
Sure feels like summer out there today - ENJOY this weather

Something exciting has happened - we have moved down the street - come visit the KlopasStratton Team - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago at 2060 North Damen Avenue - in the heart of Bucktown. It was the original Red Balloon back in the day.

Heard of an HOA? It's something that may come up in your home search.

HOAs and How They Can Impact Your Purchase There are a multitude of things house hunters need to consider before choosing a home, such as price...

The rules are a little different if you're self-employed.

Obtaining a Mortgage When Self-Employed Obtaining a mortgage is a little different when you’re self-employed. Reporting your income as...

Looking to save on electric, gas and water bills while saving our planet at the same time? Here are seven savvy tips to help you get started.

Slashing Utility Bills Can Help Save the Planet Utility bills seem to go up every year—and every year we hear the call to save our nation’s na...

Are you aiming to pay yours off sooner?

3 Ways to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster While many homeowners make monthly mortgage payments, millions enjoy the luxury of owning their home...

The rule requires people in the financial services industry to put consumers' best interests ahead of their own.

The Fiduciary Rule Explained Asking a financial expert if they’re working in your best interest when giving you advice on your re...

No. 3 It can save you money!

4 Reasons You Should Compost If you’re environmentally aware, you’re likely already doing several things at home to h...

Ready for a revamp? Apply these designer tricks.

5 Pro Design Tips for the DIYer If you’re redesigning your living space, you know that your options are endless. From color sc...

Shocked by the increased interest rate on your adjustable-rate mortgage? Here's what you can do.

What to Do When the Interest on Your Adjustable-Rate Mortgage Rises An adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) starts out with a low interest rate for a set amount of time befor...

Some costs buyers should know about before they find the tiny house of their dreams.

Big Issues to Consider Before Buying a Tiny Home Owning a tiny home can leave you debt-free, but it can still have some big costs. Buying a tiny home...

Fact Not everyone has the same tastes.

Hidden Backyard Deal Breakers That Are Lurking on Your Property Every time a prospective homebuyer walks onto your property, there are a few things that they will a...

Do you need a commuter's dream? Proximity to schools? Consider what the neighborhood has to offer.

4 Tips for Picking the Right Neighborhood Oh, the places you will go…and the places you will want to avoid. Choosing the right neighborhood is...

Here's what you need to know about an adjustable-rate mortgage.

Is an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage a Good Idea? If you’re shopping for a mortgage, you need to decide whether to choose one with a fixed or ad...

Buying a home requires all sorts of legal checks, and this is one your lender won't let you avoid.

Title Insurance and Why You Need It Title insurance can be one of those things that someone says you need when you buy a home, but you d...

If you're looking for contemporary furniture to fill out your new home without sacrificing comfort, these luxurious collections cannot be missed.

5 Furniture Collections That Are Contemporary and Cozy Contemporary homes can be a challenge to furnish. While their clean lines and sleek materials are of...

How do you build equity in your home? Read on...

The Importance of Home Equity If you’ve owned a home for several years and made responsible financial decisions, you may hav...

Here are 6 tips for planning and performing routine maintenance that can save money in the long run.

Home Maintenance Tips for New Homeowners A home is the biggest single purchase most people will make. Matt Blashaw, a licensed contractor and...

Are you planning on helping your children purchase a home? Read this first.

Where Parents Can Find Money to Help Their Kids Buy a Home There are many ways parents can help their children purchase a home: contributing to a down payment,...

Congratulations to our June Sales Leaders! 👏

Congratulations to our June Multi Million Dollar Agents ! 🎉

Congratulations to our June Million Dollar Agent ! 🎉

Everyone needs homeowners insurance to be approved for a mortgage loan. But what, exactly, does the policy cover?

A Quick Breakdown of Your Homeowners Insurance As new homeowners will learn, borrowers need to provide their lender with proof of homeowners insura...

Is country living right for you? Here are some factors to consider.

Pros and Cons of Choosing a House in a Rural Area Many people enjoy the convenience of living in a city or in the suburbs, with easy access to stores ...

Do you qualify for a VA loan? Here are the pros and cons.

Tips for Veterans Buying a Home with VA Loan For veterans or service members looking to buy a home with a Veterans Affairs loan, there are some e...

Congratulations to our May Sales Leaders! 🏡