Elijah Reese - Real Estate Broker, 5113 S. Harper Avenue , Suite 2C, Chicago, IL (2026)

09/04/2026

💰 Buying the property is one thing. Being able to AFFORD owning it is another.

Mortgage payment? That’s only part of the equation.

Homeownership also comes with property taxes, insurance, utilities, maintenance, repairs, landscaping, HVAC service, and those unexpected expenses that never seem to ask permission before showing up. 😅

That’s why sitting down and running the numbers BEFORE you buy matters.

🏡 Don’t build your budget around the maximum amount somebody says you can borrow.

Build it around the amount that allows you to comfortably own the home AND continue living your life.

Because getting the keys and then being stressed every month isn’t winning.

👨🏾💼 Buy with a plan. Understand the true cost. Leave yourself some breathing room.

📩 Thinking about buying? DM me and let’s talk about preparing for homeownership before you start shopping.

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois & Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.
📞 312-848-2947
📩 [email protected]
🌐 www.SoldByElijah.com

09/03/2026

🏙️ Happy National Skyscraper Day! Chicago definitely understood the assignment. 😎

Our skyline is one of the most recognizable in the world, but those buildings represent more than incredible architecture.

They represent real estate, investment, development, businesses, homes, neighborhoods, and generations of people betting on the future of this city.

And whether your version of real estate is a downtown condo overlooking that skyline, a two-flat on the South Side, a suburban single-family home, or your first investment property, the same principle applies:

🏗️ Nothing substantial gets built without a foundation.

The same goes for building wealth through real estate.

Start with a plan. Buy strategically. Build equity. Learn as you go. Then keep building.

Because your real estate portfolio doesn’t need to start with a skyscraper. It just needs to start. 🔑💰

📩 Ready to talk about your first or next real estate move? DM me and let’s build the strategy.

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois & Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.
📞 312-848-2947
📩 [email protected]
🌐
www.SoldByElijah.com

09/03/2026

🚨 That “great deal” can get expensive REAL fast once you discover what’s hiding behind the walls.

A lower purchase price can grab your attention, especially when you see the potential to renovate and create equity. But before you start calculating how much money you could make, you better calculate what it could cost to get the property where it needs to be. 👀💰

Foundation issues, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, water damage, structural repairs, and deferred maintenance can completely change the numbers.

That’s why inspections and proper due diligence matter.

🏡 The cheapest house isn’t always the best deal. The best deal is the one where the numbers still make sense AFTER you understand what you’re buying.

Investors and homebuyers, don’t let potential blind you to problems.

📩 Thinking about buying a property that needs work? DM me and let’s talk strategy before you make your move.

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois & Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.
📞 312-848-2947
📩 [email protected]
🌐 www.SoldByElijah.com

09/02/2026

🥥 National World Coconut Day

🥥 Happy World Coconut Day! Here’s a real estate lesson from something that looks tough on the outside but has plenty of value inside. 🏡

Sometimes buyers dismiss a property because the paint is dated, the kitchen isn’t trendy, or it doesn’t have that picture-perfect look the moment they walk through the door.

But experienced buyers learn to look deeper.

A home with good bones, a solid location, and the right price can offer far more potential than the prettiest house on your feed. 👀

🏡 Don’t confuse cosmetic imperfections with a bad opportunity.

Paint can change. Flooring can change. Kitchens can be updated. The real question is whether the property, location, and numbers make sense for your goals.

Kind of like a coconut, sometimes you’ve got to get past the outside to appreciate what’s really there. 😂🥥

📩 Thinking about buying, selling, or investing? DM me and let’s find the opportunity that makes sense for YOU.

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois & Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.
📞 312-848-2947
📩 [email protected]
🌐
www.SoldByElijah.com

09/02/2026

🚨 QUICK SAVE! Don’t let excitement make you ignore the paperwork.

Finding a home you love is the fun part. But before you start mentally arranging the furniture, make sure you understand exactly what you’re agreeing to. 🏡📄

Price matters, but so do contingencies, deadlines, inspection terms, financing requirements, taxes, and the other details buried in the transaction.

One overlooked detail can turn a great-looking deal into an expensive headache.

👨🏾💼 My rule? Get excited about the house AFTER you understand the deal.

📩 Buying a home and need someone helping you see the entire picture? DM me and let’s talk.

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois & Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.
📞 312-848-2947
📩 [email protected]
🌐 www.SoldByElijah.com

09/01/2026

❤️ Happy National Forgiveness Day. And some of us need to forgive ourselves for the real estate decisions we DIDN’T make. 👀🏡

Maybe you didn’t buy when prices were lower.

Maybe you sold a property you wish you had kept.

Maybe you waited too long on a house and somebody else got it.

Or maybe you made a real estate decision years ago that you would handle completely differently today.

Here’s the thing: you can learn from yesterday without letting yesterday control your next move.

Real estate will always give you another decision to make and another opportunity to approach things differently.

So take the lesson, leave the regret, and focus on what you can do from where you are TODAY. 🔑

Because looking backward at the deal you missed won’t build your future. Making smarter moves going forward can.

📩 Ready to stop thinking about what you should’ve done and start planning what you’re going to do next? DM me and let’s talk.

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois & Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.
📞 312-848-2947
📩 [email protected]
🌐
www.SoldByElijah.com

09/01/2026

Video 1: Myth vs. Reality 2 🏡

🚨 REAL ESTATE MYTH: You need to wait for the “perfect market” before buying a home.

Here’s the reality: the perfect market doesn’t exist.

When interest rates fall, more buyers can enter the market and competition may increase. When rates are higher, you may have fewer buyers competing for the same properties. There are tradeoffs in almost every market.

The better question isn’t, “Is this the perfect time to buy?”

It’s, “Am I financially prepared to buy, and does buying make sense for my situation?” 🔑

Don’t spend years sitting on the sidelines trying to perfectly time something nobody can predict.

📩 Not sure whether you should buy now or wait? DM me and let’s look at YOUR situation before making that decision.

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois & Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.
📞 312-848-2947
📩 [email protected]
🌐 www.SoldByElijah.com

08/31/2026

🚀 Small businesses are the backbone of strong communities.

Kane County has relaunched its entrepreneurship center to provide aspiring business owners with training, mentorship, and resources to help turn their ideas into successful companies. By investing in entrepreneurs, communities create jobs, encourage innovation, and strengthen their local economies.

Programs like this open doors for residents looking to build businesses, create opportunities, and make a lasting impact.

💬 If you started your own business, what would it be?

👨🏾💼 Follow my account for the latest business, development, and community news happening across Chicagoland.

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois and Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.
📞 312-848-2947
📩 [email protected]
🌐www.SoldByElijah.com

08/31/2026

Finding the right match changes everything. ❤️🏡 It’s National Matchmaker Day, and I was talking to someone here in Chicago who joked that house hunting feels a lot like dating. You might look at a lot of options before you finally find the one that feels just right. We both laughed because there's some truth to that.

That is the shift. 💯 The right home isn't always the first one you see. It's the one that fits your lifestyle, your goals, and your future. What was the moment you knew something was the perfect fit for you? 😊

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois & Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.

📞 312-848-2947
📩 [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
🌐 [www.SoldByElijah.com](http://www.SoldByElijah.com)

08/31/2026

🏡 REALTOR ASKS: What’s the first thing YOU notice when you walk into a house?

Is it the kitchen? 👀

The amount of natural light?

The flooring?

The layout?

Maybe you immediately start looking for things that need to be repaired.

Everybody tours a home differently, and what catches your attention first usually says a lot about what matters most to you as a buyer.

But here’s my advice: enjoy what you see, then investigate what you CAN’T see.

A gorgeous kitchen is great. Understanding the roof, foundation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and overall condition of the property is even better. 🔍

👇🏾 Your turn. What’s the FIRST thing you look at when touring a home? Tell me in the comments.

🔹 Elijah Reese
Designated Managing Broker in Illinois & Indiana
Qualifying Broker in Georgia
Serene Realty, Inc.
📞 312-848-2947
📩 [email protected]
🌐 www.SoldByElijah.com

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