Ariel D. Valentine, Realtor - Keller Williams ONE Chicago

04/25/2024

Greatest thing about upgrading your kitchen, whether you do it to sell or for yourself on your new or existing property, is there are financing options available regardless.

The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home, where family and friends gather to cook, eat, and create…

01/21/2024

🏡 Exciting for New Homeowners! 🏡

(https://blog.homekeepr.com/essential-tips-for-first-time-homeowners-a-comprehensive-guide?app=app.homekeepr.com&sharedby=xarieldvalentine)
⬆️ Check out my latest article for essential tips that will guide you through the exciting journey of homeownership.

☝🏽Also if you've been on the fence about buying a new home, I'd like to raise notice of how we've been teased with the incremental interest rate drop. While we're potentially being given signs of incentives in this election year, it may just be the perfect time to take the plunge! 👀
(...not to mention new construction and renovation activity) 🏗️

Feel free to like, share and comment on this post, schedule a consultation for assistance, or just enjoy the short read. 🫱🏽‍🫲🏼🫂 ✨ Case by case professional advice is available for all, whether you're a first-time buyer or considering a move.
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04/14/2023

12/15/2022

2023 Conventional, VA and FHA maximum loan limits (upwards to $2 million) have been released for those that qualify, and we’re working on being more inclusive to those in underserved communities that may not. 🏢🏘️🫂🏡🏠

Here’s a little more information on our approach as realtors.

Improving FHA’s policies to promote the use small balance loans is a strong step towards achieving NAR's goal of supporting underserved communities and promoting homeownership.

12/15/2022

If you needed guidance and didn't want to reach out after my last post, then this is for you.

Winterizing your home has a ton of benefits for both your home health and your wallet. Here’s how to prepare your home for winter – and save energy.

12/15/2022

Chi-berian winds expected to return very soon according to accuweather. Concerns rise as we recall the adverse effects of the polar vortex a few years back. If you need assistance with repairs to combat the cold or a warmer home contact a professional like myself.

Snow is now expected Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

11/11/2022

We never know what type of challenges the next day brings, let alone the weather. Let's not allow our little home tasks to snowball as the holiday season approaches.

Fall home maintenance and cleaning tips, like how to wash bed pillow, that’ll keep your home fresh, efficient, and clean in fall and throughout winter.

10/05/2022

Rent prices rise as owners incur larger expenses and the leverage you get from owning will most times outweigh the benefits of renting. While it’s always a good time to buy there’s more to consider to make the decision to buy greater. What you buy and how you buy may also be just as important as when you buy. Following are a few questions you may need to answer to help you anticipate if purchasing a home is the right decision for you.

Deciding whether to jump into the housing market or rent instead is rarely an easy decision – especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. But in today’s whirlwind market, you may find it particularly challenging to pinpoint the best time to...

09/15/2022

A 620 Credit Score May Be Able To Save You 99% On Your Real Estate Purchase

A specialized program to bridge the 30% gap of minority home-ownership has surfaced after being approved of 30 years ago. This Special Purpose Credit Program was created by the nations largest black-led mortgage company to compete with the aforementioned Program that Bank of America introduced a couple weeks ago.

It's never too early to connect if you're looking to buy, sell or invest in the future. Staying in the loop can be the difference between a good real estate move and a great one.



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