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Why wait until Spring to list your Highland Park, IL home?

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Why wait until Spring to list your Highland Park IL home? The Buyer’s are not waiting to buy ~ they are ready now! Attention home sellers who are thinking about selling in 2017 in Highland Park IL and/or along Chicago’s North Shore…..there is very limited  inventory……Now may be the best time to get your home on the market…..

I always find that there is something about the transition to a new calendar year that gets everyone excited about change.  For some it may be hitting the gym, reading more…maybe it’s selling your home. January is always a great time for resolutions, goals and fresh starts. For the home buyer who wants to buy a home ~ they are out there looking as its their goal for 2017.

I have multiple buyers in various price points who are looking  for homes in Highland Park, Glencoe, Wilmette and Winnetka. They are ready to buy and  are pre-approved but are not able to find a home due to lack of new inventory.

Sellers ~ why wait?  The buyers aren’t.  Get a market evaluation for your home, get it show ready and take advantage of not having as much competition.  Waiting to list your home in the Spring may not be in your best interest.  The buyers are out looking and  waiting for homes like yours to hit the market. 

What’s Your Favorite Room in this House? 528 Ridge Road, Highland Park IL 60035

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Highland Park IL home for sale ~ 528 Ridge Road, Highland Park IL 60035

If you are looking for a home that is newer, features an open concept, is unique and non-cookie cutter,  offers a fabulous master suite, an amazing finished lower level with an awesome theater room, a great private yard….then you have found your perfect home!!!!! Check out the video below and take a tour ~ for more information contact me ~ Noah@NoahLevyHomes.com

Would also love to hear which room is your favorite ~ Mine is the room off the master ~ this multi purpose room can be used as an office, exercise room, yoga room, nursery or a sitting room.

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North Shore Broker Offers Tips to First Time Buyers

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I’ve been selling on Chicago’s North Shore  for over fifteen years. Many first time buyers start their search online as so much information is available. If  you are currently renting a home and considering  your first home purchase then perhaps some of the tips that I share with my first time buyers may be helpful to you too.

  1.  Check your credit score – Lenders base your mortgage  largely on your credit score.
  2. Meet with a lender and get pre-qualified – you will need a pre- approval letter when you submit an offer and it’s also good to know what is the range you can spend on your new home.
  3. Set you housing budget. Just because “you can afford” to spend x you may not want to – I always tell my clients to take a look at the other things they want to continue to do such as annual vacations, health club memberships, saving for kids college and/or retirement.
  4. Start exploring the areas which interest you – go to local parks, take a walk, hit the town, eat at a local restaurant – do you like the vibe?
  5. Narrow your priorities – is living in a certain town of most importance or is having a particular style/size house a priority.
  6. Partner with a Real Estate Broker who is experienced, knowledgeable and familiar with where you want to live. A local broker will have knowledge of inventory which is not the market yet.
  7. MOST IMPORTANT – HAVE FUN!!!! 

If you are considering buying a home in Highland Park IL, Glencoe, Deerfield, Winnetka, Kenilworth and surrounding North Shore Suburbs give me a call 312.203.2416.  It’s important to work with a REALTOR who works full-time, knows the inventory, communities and schools. 

528 Ridge Road Highland Park IL

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528 Ridge RD Highland Park


Just unpack your bags and move into 528 Ridge Road in Highland Park. This amazing home was built in 2005 – featuring all the bells and whistles today’s buyer is looking for plus more. The home boasts 4 bedrooms and 4.1 baths, a fabulous floor plan with amazing natural light. 

The owners, who purchased the home in 2005, have maintained and decorated  the home beautifully and continually update it. Recent improvements include a newly re-finished lower level which features a media room, rec room and fifth bedroom  –  another notable update is a new roof! The home will be open on August 21st from 1:00- 3:00 pm – feel free to contact me for more information or a private viewing. 

https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/il/highland-park/528-ridge-road/pid_13633554/

 

 

Just Listed 443 Elm St #3F, Deerfield, IL 60015

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443 Elm St #3F, Deerfield, IL 60015

Amazing opportunity to own a condominium in downtown Deerfield. This two bedroom/1.1 bath unit is beautifully updated by current owner. Bright kitchen opens to Living room with fireplace combined with dining room with sliders leads to patio. Large master bedroom with walk-in closet opens to private patio. Both baths are new. In unit washer and dryer.  This building does not allow rentals. In-town location ~ enjoy walking to Restaurants, Shopping & Train. For more information or a viewing of this unit contact me.

443 Elm St #3F, Deerfield, IL 60015


https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/il/deerfield/443-elm-street/pid_13584272/

Home Buyer – Make your checklist!

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A home buyer should make a checklist – it will make the process of home buying easier and with a checklist there should be less stress too.

So you say you  ready to move to a new residence within the next six months.  So where do you start?  Most likely you will dabble on the Internet looking at various areas of choice and various price points.  As a REALTOR in Highland Park, Illinois I can help you with a few pointers to make the process easier.

1. Partner with a Real Estate Agent who sells Real Estate in the area you are considering.

2. If you do not know a REALTOR ask a friend, search the Internet or visit open houses – there are many choices. Make sure you partner yourself with someone who knows the marketplace.

3. Your REALTOR will be a key player in helping you secure your home of choice so make sure you feel confident that your REALTOR will work for you.

4. Talk to a Mortgage Broker  to learn how much you can spend and get pre- approved.

5. Focus within a specific price range.

6. Know what your MUST HAVES are – number of bedrooms and baths.

7. Create your WISH LIST – an updated kitchen, Master Bedroom with private bath, a finished basement or a two car garage.

8. If you have absolute NO’S such as a specific style home or location let your REALTOR know so you do not waste time.

9. Visit public places in the area you want to move to – such as restaurants, grocery store or parks.

10. If you have children who will be attending school- visit the school, meet the principal/director and get a tour.

11. Ask your REALTOR  for recommendations for a Real Estate Attorney and an inspector.

Having a buyer checklist will make the home buying process much more enjoyable.  You may want to add a few other things to your checklist that are important to you and your family.  I hope the above gives you a head start on the process.

Remember – with today’s market conditions and low interest rates  it is a GREAT TIME TO BUY!! Enjoy the process and if you are looking for a home in Chicago’s North Shore – give me a call. You’ll be glad you did.

Highland Park IL Real Estate Broker – Finding a great match

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Highland Park IL Real Estate Broker- Finding a great match.

  • 1. Choose a Highland Park REALTOR who meets your needs and suits your personality!

The best way to evaluate a Highland Park IL prospective agent is face to face, so you can get a good sense of your dynamic. It is critical to select a Highland Park IL REALTOR who puts you at ease since you will be spending lots of time together. I am both laid-back and very focused, and a long career in sales has taught me that my client’s happiness and satisfaction is of utmost importance.

Looking to buy in Highland Park IL? If you are out of town or squeezed for time I’m happy to chat on the phone, but if your schedule permits I’d love to meet for coffee. If you want to sell your Highland Park real estate, I am happy to visit you at home to make staging recommendations and tell you about my marketing strategy. My goal is to get you the best deal as soon as possible. I’m all about transparency and will give you insight to every step of my process and sales approach.

  • 2. Choose a trustworthy Highland Park IL REALTOR

Trust is paramount when it comes to selecting your REALTOR. A great REALTOR will do their best for you and protect your interests.

I’m not just interested in a deal, I’m looking o build a relationship with you. I hope that you call me if I can help you get your bearings in the community. I also hope that you will call me again whenever you are looking to make your next real estate transaction, whether that’s in five years or fifteen. I am happy to put you in touch with past clients who can tell you about their own experiences working with me. The majority of my business is referral based (or through the web… Isn’t that how you found me?)

  • 3. Choose a full-time Highland Park IL REALTOR

Ask prospective agents about their schedules, track record and current client load. Some real estate agents do it as a hobby, while others do it full-time. I’m on the job all day, every day and well into the night (just ask my kids). When you hire a full-time Highland Park IL real estate agent, you know that they are committed to your search full-time as well. During your search for the perfect home or condo, a Real estate agent will be looking for the home on the multiple listing service that fits your bill perfectly.

Some of my best leads come from other channels. If the MLS isn’t turning up a great property at my client’s price point then I tap into my network. I ask the agents in my office, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, if anyone has a listing that they know that is coming on the market soon. I have great relationships with agents at other offices in town and always let them know what my clients are looking for. Despite a good or a bad real estate market, many times the best homes do not even hit the market. On more than one occasion, I have bumped into other agents while meeting with clients at Starbucks and casual conversation has led to one-time showings of homes that aren’t even listed yet. I will do everything in my power to find the ideal home for you.

  • 4. Choose a Highland Park IL REALTOR who understands your wants and needs.

Your REALTOR needs to listen to you.

I do my all to make each move and home purchase/sale as smooth and pleasant as possible. Buying a home can be stressful, so my goal is to make the process as simple and stress-free as possible.

  • 5. Choose a local Highland Park IL REALTOR.

Your REALTOR should know the community like the back of their hand. Your REALTOR should be able to give you the lowdown on schools, subdivisions, school districts, boundary lines, commuting, local resources and government.

As an example, in Highland Park, residents who live west of Highway 41 can choose to send their children to high school in Highland Park or Deerfield. I recently worked with a blended family where the wife had raised her kids in Highland Park and the husband’s kids had grown up in Deerfield. By choosing a home in Sherwood Forest, their kids were able to go to high school with the same classmates they had known since kindergarten and everyone was happy.

When you are negotiating on behalf of your client, insider knowledge always gives you the upper hand. If you are representing the buyer and the seller refuses to come down in price, you have unique insight if you have seen the inside of the comparables and know why they sold at a given price. A local REALTOR with strong relationships with other professionals in the community is negotiating for you on solid, well-established ground.

I just sealed a fantastic deal in Highland Park – My clients purchased a home before it hit the market at a great price!!!!

If you would like more information about the City of Highland Park, or Highland Park IL Real Estate ~ please contact me ~ I’m ready to help you with your Real estate needs.

The Highland Park Farmer’s Market in the Ravinia Neighborhood in Highland Park Illinois

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Highland Park IllinoisThe Highland Park Farmer’s Market in the Ravinia Neighborhood in Highland Park Illinois is back. The Ravinia Farmer’s Market is open on Wednesdays from 7:00am to 1:00pm. There is nothing better than home grown tomatoes, fresh strawberries and blueberries.

The Farmer’s Market features farmer’s and organic food growers. The Ravinia Farmer’s Market is set up adjacent to Jens Jensen Park along Dean Avenue off of Roger Williams. While visiting the Ravinia Farmer’s Market, you can enjoy a cup of coffee and treat from Ravinia Coffee Station located at 723 Saint Johns Avenue. Another hot spot in Ravinia is Baker Boys, located at 733 Saint Johns- amazing cupcakes – a sweet spot for all ages. If you are in the mood for an actual meal enjoy lunch outdoors at Abigail’s located at 493 Roger Williams – the lunch menu is sure to satisfy both adults and children. With the park adjacent to the Farmer’s Market you can also picnic with a friend or your kids after purchasing fresh items at the market.

Farmer's Market Highland Park ILOnce you stop over at Ravinia’s Farmer’s Market you’ll be hooked – I know that I look forward to it opening every year ~ it will be open weekly through October 26,2016 with great selections.

And…. If you can’t make it to the Farmer’s market during the weekday – How about Checking out Glencoe’s or Deerfield’s farmers market on Saturday mornings. There is nothing like fresh produce, baked goods and fresh flowers!!!!

199 Ivy Lane in Highland Park, IL

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199 IVY LANE IN HIGHLAND PARK, IL IS A CHARMING STORYBOOK TUDOR SITUATED IN AN IDYLLIC PRIVATE SETTING ON CUL-DE-SAC. FEATURES INCLUDE ~ HARDWOOD FLOORING, ARCHED DOORWAYS & LEADED WINDOWS. LARGE LIVING ROOM WITH BEAMED CEILING & FIREPLACE OPENS TO STUNNING SUNROOM WITH THREE WALLS OF WINDOWS OVERLOOKING YARD. MASSIVE MASTER BEDROOM ~ HAS ABUNDANCE OF CLOSETS & NEW CARPETING ~ WITH MAGNIFICIENT VIEWS OF RAVINE. AMAZING LOT WITH LOTS OF TABLELAND & LARGE PATIO WITH A GORGEOUS SETTING. A+ LOCATION NEAR LAKE, RAVINIA FESTIVAL, SCHOOLS & TRAIN. NEWER MECHANICALS ~ BEING SOLD AS-IS ~ AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY JUST WAITING FOR YOUR FINISHING TOUCH! A TRUE GEM! FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO SET UP A SHOWING FOR THIS HOME PLEASE CONTACT ME.