New Lenox Real Estate News

05/07/2026

Find your next home with my home search! Please contact me for more information or to schedule a showing!

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Anna Koenig , ASP, SRS, e-pro, RENE, PSA
Christies International Real Estate
708-431-1105
www.annakhomes.com

05/07/2026

Did you know nearly 1 in 3 home purchases today involves co-buyers?

That's right, more and more first-time buyers are teaming up with friends, siblings, or unmarried partners to make homeownership happen.

And honestly? It makes a lot of sense given how tough affordability can still be for first-time buyers.

Combining incomes means a bigger down payment, better loan qualification, and lower monthly costs for everyone involved.

If you've been feeling priced out, co-buying might be the move you haven't considered yet. Drop your questions in the comments. I'd love to help you explore your options.

05/07/2026

Could Co-Buying Be the Answer for Some First-Time Buyers?

Affordability challenges are real, but they don't have to mean waiting indefinitely. Co-buying is helping some first-time buyers stop waiting and start putting down roots.

If you're curious whether it could work for your situation, let's talk. Reach out today and let's figure out your path to homeownership together.

For a lot of would-be first-time buyers, affordability is the thing that’s standing in the way.

05/06/2026

The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the Market

Today's housing market rewards the right strategy. Because even in a slower area, the homes that are priced realistically and positioned well are still selling – sometimes faster than you may expect.

Let’s connect if you’re ready to make yours one of them.

When you put your house on the market, you don’t just want it to sell. You want it to sell fast.

05/06/2026

Ready to get your home sold? I am here to help! Request your Sales Price Estimate on your Home today, just click the link below to get started!

Want to know how much your home is worth? Find out now! https://homeasap.com/851417/homevalue

Anna Koenig , ASP, SRS, e-pro, RENE, PSA
Christies International Real Estate
708-431-1105
www.annakhomes.com

05/06/2026

Why do some homes sell fast. While others sit?

It’s not just the market.

Right now, the typical home is still going under contract in about 19 days – and some in as little as a week.

So, homes are still selling. Just not all of them. Some are even selling quickly.

The difference? Buyers are more selective than they’ve been in years. They’re paying attention to price, condition, and how a home shows online before they ever step inside.

That means the homes that feel move-in ready and priced right are still getting strong interest, even now. But the homes that aren’t? They sit.

If you’re thinking about selling, the question isn’t just “will it sell?” It’s “how will it stack up?”

Want to make sure yours stands out? DM me and I’ll walk you through what I’d do if I were you.

05/05/2026

“Should I just wait?” It’s one of the most common questions right now. Maybe you’re even asking yourself the same thing.

While the right time to make a move will ultimately depend on your situation, here’s what I can tell you.

People are still buying and selling, even with everything going on – that means you can too.

Pending sales are up from last month, and a lot more buyers are applying for mortgages than this time last year.

So, if moving still matters to you, you don’t have to wait.

You just need a plan that works for today. Want to figure out what that looks like for you? Let’s talk.

05/05/2026

Should You Wait To Move? Here’s Your Answer.

“Should I just wait?” It’s the question it seems like everyone’s asking. And here’s your answer. Even with everything going on, people are still moving. More homes are going under contract. More people are applying for mortgages. And that means you can too. You just need a plan. Want to figure out what that looks like for you? Let’s talk.

05/04/2026

4 Ways To Give Your Offer an Edge This Spring

Today's market may be balancing out, but strong offers still matter – especially during the busy Spring season.

Curious how competitive things are (and what it’ll take to win) in our market? Let’s talk.

Looking to buy a home this season? Here's what you should know.

05/04/2026

Buyers have more leverage today than they’ve had in years. That’s true.

But Spring is still one of the busiest times to buy, especially if you’re looking in a popular area. So, it never hurts to make the best offer you can to catch the seller’s eye.

And stand-out offers are about strategy as much as speed these days.

If you want help crafting a strong offer based on what’s happening in our market right now, DM me.