Katie Anderson / Schumacher Group / Baird & Warner

03/29/2023

It's always such a pleasure getting to be a part of someone's new beginning! Congratulations to my buyers on this next chapter, Crystal Lake, IL is SO happy to have you!

02/28/2023

JUST SOLD in Crystal Lake, IL!

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02/16/2023

Bottom Line: "Even though there aren't a lot of homes for sale today, new home inventory is on the rise, and many builders are offering incentives."

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. But with so few houses for sale today, it makes sense to consider all your options, and that includes a home that’s newly built.

02/14/2023

Bottom Line: "It's important to plan for the fees and payments you'll be responsible for at closing."

Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home, you need to understand what closi...

12/13/2022

Bottom Line: "If you're a homeowner looking to sell, you have more homes to choose from and can still sell your house while inventory is low overall."

At first glance, the increase in housing supply compared to last year may not sound like good news for prospective sellers, but it actually gives you two key opportunities in today’s housing market.

12/04/2022

11/01/2022

Bottom line: Budgeting for your home doesn't have to be scary. Understanding costs you might encounter can be one way to take the fear out of saving for your next home!

#1 Down Payment
#2 Closing Costs
#3 Earnest Money Deposit

If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound scary at first.

10/28/2022

Bottom line: Applying for a Mortgage Doesn't Have To Be Scary!

#1 Know your score
#2 Organize your documents
#3 Lean on the professionals
#4 Discuss loan types and terms
#5 Get pre-approved

Some Highlights Even with higher mortgage rates, the mortgage process doesn’t need to be something you fear. Here are some steps to help as you set out to buy a home. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on the pros and connect with a lender so you can ...

10/19/2022

It's always such a pleasure working with kind buyers AND agents. This was such a fun transaction! Negotiating doesn't have to be aggressive or uncomfortable, it's just about knowing how to communicate 🙂 I'll ALWAYS make time to help make your Real Estate dreams come true!