Jim Beltrame, Realtor at Baird & Warner

09/15/2026

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month across Chicagoland with museums, murals, cultural centers, and historic sites. Baird & Warner shares places to explore.

09/14/2026

AFTER DARK
As the days grow shorter and evenings arrive earlier, October invites us to look at nighttime in a whole new way. This month, Talk of the Town explores the world after dark, from bustling night markets and late-night dining to the science of darkness and movies that capture the magic, mystery,...

Talk of The Town: October 2026

09/14/2026

I, along with Baird & Warner Realtors through out Illinois volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in Firday of last week. My group was installing flooring in one of the new construction builds Habitat for Humanity has going up in Aurora.

09/14/2026

Key takeaways:The supply of existing homes for sale reached its highest level since November 2019, giving buyers more leverage in negotiations.Actual

09/06/2026

You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected…

09/06/2026

Key takeawaysMortgage applications rose 0.8% in the week ended Friday, even as the average 30-year, fixed mortgage rate climbed.More borrowers are

08/19/2026

🏡🔨 Small upgrades can make a big difference.

From fresh paint and updated lighting to new hardware and a little curb appeal, simple projects can give your home a refresh without breaking the bank. Learn more: https://lookforther.realtor/save-money-add-value/add-value-to-your-home/13-small-and-affordable-home-upgrades-for-big-impact/

08/16/2026

🤝 Some things are just better with backup.

Buying or selling a home comes with plenty of decisions. A great REALTOR® helps you navigate the details, negotiate with confidence and take the guesswork out of the process.

08/16/2026

Imagine waiting a year to buy a home, only to find mortgage rates haven't changed much. That may sound frustrating. But it's a real possibility.

08/15/2026

Despite a 1.7% dip in home sales in July, the median single-family home price still climbed 1.9% from a year ago to $440K.