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Real estate advice and comments for home buyers and home sellers in the Lake County, Illinois and McHenry County, Illinois area. Home Buying and Home Selling Services for the Northern Illinois area including Grayslake, Illinois real estate.
Jim Starwalt, Real Estate Broker Owner Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes,
Phone: 847-548-2625
My Real Estate Website: www.StarHomeTeam.comEmail: [email protected]
2019-01-22 20:26
Do You Prefer the Charm of an Existing Home?When homebuyers begin their research, they want to see all their available options! In many cases, they will include both new construction and… Read More
2019-01-17 17:24
Buying a Home this Year? Here Comes the Inventory!The top reason homeowners cited for not listing their home for sale in 2018, was their belief that they would be unable to find a home to bu… Read More
2019-01-03 20:54
Excited About Buying A Home This Year? Here’s What to WatchAs we kick off the new year, many families have made resolutions to enter the housing market in 2019. Whether you are thinki… Read More
2018-12-27 18:48
24 Hours that Suddenly Improved the Real Estate MarketThis year started strong for real estate, but then the market began to soften.Home inventory in the starter and move-up categories dwi… Read More
2018-12-20 18:40
4 Quick Reasons NOT to Fear a Housing Crash in 2019There is a lot of uncertainty regarding the real estate market heading into 2019. That uncertainty has raised concerns that we may be hea… Read More
2018-12-19 21:57
Homeownership Remains a Huge Part of the American DreamAs we head into 2019, many news outlets and housing experts warn that the housing market may slow down. Over the last six years, the… Read More
2018-12-17 20:11
5 Reasons to Sell This Winter! Here are five reasons listing your home for sale this winter makes sense. 1. Demand Is StrongThe latest Buyer Traffic Report from the &hell…Read More
2018-12-14 19:41
4 Reasons to Sell Your House This Winter Some Highlights: Buyer demand continues to outpace the supply of homes for sale which means that buyers are often competing with one another for the… Read More
2018-12-13 22:16
No Bubble Here! How New Mortgage Standards Are HelpingReal estate is shifting to a more normal market; the days of national home appreciation topping 6% annually are over and inventories a… Read More
2018-12-12 21:25
Don’t Get Caught in the Rental Trap in 2019Every year around this time, we take time to reflect and plan for next year. If you are renting your current home but have dreams of ho… Read More
2018-12-11 20:41
How to Simply Increase Your Family Wealth by Paying for HousingEveryone should realize that unless you are living somewhere rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your… Read More
2018-12-10 20:33
What If I Wait A Year to Buy a Home?National home prices have increased by 5.4% since this time last year. Over that same time period, interest rates have remained near historic lows which… Read More
2018-12-06 21:57
New Grayslake Townhome for Sale - 3D Interactive Tour!Click on the photo below to watch the 3D interactive tour of 548 Topeka Drive, Grayslake IL 60030. Click here for Property Details on 54… Read More
2018-12-05 19:49
Where Are Interest Rates Headed in 2019?The interest rate you pay on your home mortgage has a direct impact on your monthly payment.The higher the rate, the greater the payment will be.Tha… Read More
2018-12-04 19:28
Homeowners Aged 65+ Have 48x More Net Worth Than RentersEvery three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data acros… Read More
2018-12-03 21:53
4 Reasons to Buy A Home This Winter!Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today instead of waiting.1. Prices Will Continue to RiseCoreLogic’s latest Home Pric… Read More
2018-11-30 18:56
Home Prices Up 6.34% Across the Country! Some Highlights:The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently released their latest Quarterly Home Price Index report.In the… Read More
2018-11-29 20:33
Further Proof It’s NOT 2008 All Over AgainHome sales numbers are leveling off, the rate of price appreciation has slowed to more historically normal averages, and inventory is finall… Read More
2018-11-28 22:29
24% of Renters Believe Winter is the Best Time to Buy a HomeIn real estate, the spring is often seen as the ideal time to buy or sell a house. The term “Spring Buyer’s Season&rdq&hell…Read More
2018-11-27 22:04
The #1 Reason to Not Wait Until Spring to Sell Your HouseMany sellers believe that spring is the best time to place their homes on the market because buyer demand traditionally increases at… Read More
2018-11-26 21:02
Buyers: Don’t Be Surprised by Closing Costs!Many homebuyers think that saving for their down payment is enough to buy the house of their dreams, but what about the closing costs that… Read More
2018-11-20 17:23
7 Reasons to List Your House For Sale This Holiday SeasonEvery year at this time there are many homeowners who decide to wait until after the holidays to list their homes for the first time… Read More
2018-11-15 21:20
Wage Increases Make Home Buying More AffordableEveryone knows that housing affordability has been negatively impacted by rising prices and increasing mortgage rates, but there is another p… Read More
2018-11-14 21:37
Home Sellers in Q3 Netted $61K at ResaleAccording to a recent report by ATTOM Data Solutions, home sellers who sold their homes in the third quarter of 2018 benefited from rising home pric… Read More
2018-11-13 21:27
Are Homeowners Renovating to Sell or to Stay? Over the past few years, two trends have emerged in the housing market:Home renovations have shot upInventory of homes available for… Read More
2018-11-13 00:16
Are You Thinking About Selling Your House Soon?It’s difficult to know when is the best time to sell, or how to get the most money for your house, but you don’t need to go through… Read More
2018-11-09 21:09
VA Home Loans by the NumbersSome Highlights:The Veterans Administration (VA) Home Loan is a benefit that is available to more than 22 million veterans & 2 million active duty service m… Read More
2018-11-07 21:16
5 Tips When Buying a Newly Constructed HomeThe lack of existing inventory for sale has forced many homebuyers to begin looking at new construction. When you buy a newly constructed home i… Read More
2018-11-05 22:38
2 Myths Holding Back Home BuyersUrban Institute recently released a report entitled, “Barriers to Accessing Homeownership: Down Payment, Credit, and Affordability… Read More
2018-11-02 20:11
The Difference an Hour Will Make This Fall ...Every Hour in the US Housing Market: 596 Homes Sell278 Homes Regain Positive EquityMedian Home Values Go Up $1.20Jim StarwaltManaging Broke… Read More
2018-11-01 20:52
How Will Home Sales Measure Up Next Year?There are many questions about where home sales are headed next year.We have gathered the most reliable sources to help answer this question.Here a… Read More
2018-10-31 20:24
Taking Fear Out of the Mortgage ProcessA considerable number of potential buyers shy away from jumping into the real estate market due to their uncertainties about the buying process. A sp… Read More
2018-10-30 20:39
Are You Spending TOO Much on Rent?Chances are if you are renting you are spending too much of your income on your monthly housing expense.There is a long-standing ‘rule’ that a h… Read More
2018-10-29 19:59
Thinking of Selling Your Grayslake Home? Here’s Why You Need A Pro in Your CornerWith home prices on the rise and buyer demand still strong, some sellers may be tempted to try and… Read More
2018-10-26 16:10
Buying a Home Can Be Scary… Until You Know the Facts Some Highlights:Many potential homebuyers believe that they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to buy a… Read More
2018-10-25 19:21
Where are Grayslake Home Values Headed over the Next Few Years?There are many questions about where home prices will be next year as well as where they may be headed over the next several… Read More
2018-10-24 21:05
You Don't Need 15-20% Down to Buy a Grayslake Home! According to a new study from Urban Institute, there are over 19 million millennials in 31 cities who are not only ready and willing to… Read More
2018-10-23 17:22
Housing Is Still Affordable in Grayslake IL and in the United States!Lately, there have been many headlines circulating about whether or not there is an “affordability issue forming in… Read More
2018-10-22 20:44
Will Grayslake Home Prices Continue to Increase? There are many unsubstantiated theories about what is happening with home prices. From those who are worried that prices are falling (d… Read More
2018-10-12 19:36
A Values Driven CompanyBetter Homes and Gardens® Real Estate is a company based on values with a focus on lifestyle and community. Our company was born out of a desire to provide amazing… Read More
2018-10-10 22:26
Find Your Dream Home with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes!A new home is a chance to bring fresh energy into your life.Searching for your next home can be an exciting journey… Read More
2018-10-09 20:03
Selling Your Northern Illinois Home Thinking about selling your home?You don't have to do it alone. Let Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate Star Homes lend a hand - with tools, informa… Read More
2018-10-08 20:32
USAA Members: Wherever Life Moves You, We are Here to Help! As a USAA Real Estate Rewards Broker, we can help you buy or sell locally or anywhere throughout the country.Ask us for details to… Read More
2018-10-03 19:08
The Emoji Guide to Buying a Home in 2018-2019When it comes to buying a home, there’s a lot to keep in mind. Did you correctly guess these top emoji tips? Feel free to let us know in th… Read More
2018-10-02 21:59
Easy! 5 Steps to Show Your Home at It's Best When Selling!The process of selling your home can be a tough one. You’ve spent a significant amount of time staging it and even scrubbed ev… Read More
2018-10-02 00:04
USAA Members: Find Out About Real Estate RewardsUSAA Members: Did you know that you may be eligible for rewards when you enroll in the USAA® Real Estate Rewards Network? Ask us for detai… Read More
2018-09-27 20:01
Everything You Wanted to Know About a Real Estate Career!Being a Real Estate Agent isn't a job, it's a CAREER! A career full of reward, but can have many pitfalls as well. It's about running… Read More
2018-09-26 18:19
Steps to Buying a Home in 2018 - 2019What are the steps to purchasing a home? There is more to purchasing a home than scrolling and dreaming of homes on a website. It is taking informative s… Read More
2018-09-25 19:08
Selling in 2018-2019: Must-Have Updates For A Big Impact!Check out these tips from our network affiliates featured in the May 2018 issue of Before & After Magazine by Better Homes &… Read More
2018-09-24 20:24
Active or Former Military - Find Out About USAA Real Estate RewardsAre you active or former military?Ready to buy or sell a home?Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes is hono… Read More
2018-09-19 15:42
USAA Members - Receive Real Estate Rewards!USAA Members: Now is a great time to buy or sell a a home.Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes is a USAA Real Estate Rewards Network Bro… Read More
2018-09-18 17:42
Ready to Sell - Top 5 Home Improvements That Increase ValueWith all the home improvement ideas out there, discovering the ones that’ll increase your return on investment can be difficu… Read More
2018-09-10 19:58
Buying or Selling a Home with USAA Real Estate RewardsUSAA® Members and Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes proudly serve the Military. USAA® members - you may be eligibl… Read More
2018-09-04 19:31
Get Your 2018 Home Values Estimates from Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star HomesPreparing to sell your home now or in the next year?Use Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate home valu… Read More
2018-08-31 18:03
Moving Anywhere in the World - Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes Can Help!Buying or selling anywhere in the United States or internationally- we have you covered!As a Car… Read More
2018-08-30 19:21
Grow Your Real Estate Career at BHGRE Star HomesChoosing the right real estate company to partner with is a big decision. Think about training, coaching, management and broker support, marke… Read More
2018-08-29 20:36
Make a Move this Fall with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes When you work with a Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate agent you'll get all of the benefits of working… Read More
2018-08-28 22:19
Sell Your Home with RealtyPlus® Navy Federal Credit UnionTurn to RealtyPlus® for free nationwide real estate assistance.This program provided by Navy Federal Credit Union helps you g… Read More
2018-08-27 20:30
Your Dream Home is Waiting - USAA® Real Estate RewardsBuying or selling a home can be the biggest purchase or sale of your life.The USAA® Real Estate Rewards Network was created to h… Read More
2018-08-23 22:02
Our Culture at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star HomesWe’ve been on a mission to make the real estate industry more … real. If you set goals and have the right support… Read More
2018-08-22 20:19
Fall - The Perfect Time to Buy a Home!Looking for the perfect home? Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate can help. With us, purchasing a home that meets your needs and fits your lifesty… Read More
2018-08-21 22:15
Thinking Selling Your Home this Fall?Thinking about selling your home this Fall?You don't have to do it alone. Let Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate lend a hand - with tools, informa… Read More
2018-08-20 21:45
Proudly Serving The Military and USAA® MembersUSAA® members - you may be eligible to receive a $350 to $24,000* reward when you buy or sell through the USAA Real Estate Rewards Netwo… Read More
2018-06-01 20:58
Learn More About the Most Trusted Lifestyle Brand in Real Estate!When you work with us, you become part of a brand which is a real part of American culture: an iconic lifestyle brand that is… Read More
2018-05-31 19:41
Be Better: Our Promise to You - 10 Reasons to Join BHGRE Star Homes!Find out more about the only lifestyle brand in real estate and how Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes can he… Read More
2018-05-29 16:43
Sell Your Home With An Agent You Can TrustThinking about selling your home? You don't have to do it alone. Let Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate Star Homes lend a hand - with tools… Read More
2018-05-22 18:02
Selling Your Northern Illinois Home in 2018Thinking about selling your home?You don't have to do it alone.Let Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate Star Home lend a hand - with tools, in… Read More
2018-04-05 19:56
High-Value, High-Impact Remodeling Projects to Help You Sell Your HomeFocus on remodeling projects that will make a statement and pay off when it comes time to sell your home.When you’… Read More
2018-04-04 19:37
10 Great Reasons to Join Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star HomesBetter Homes and Gardens® Real Estate is committed to providing our real estate professionals with everything the… Read More
2018-03-22 21:31
Be Better: A Career in Real Estate at BHGRE Star HomesAt Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes with offer our agents leading-edge education, tools and resources to maximize product… Read More
2018-02-21 20:15
#1 Reason to Sell Your Grayslake Home Now Before SpringThe price of any item (including residential real estate) is determined by ‘supply and demand.’If many people are looking t… Read More
2018-02-16 22:01
Selling Your Grayslake Home This Spring?What is my home worth?Use our advanced tools and sales data to quickly find out how much you can list your home for.Customize the estimate based on yo… Read More
2018-01-15 18:41
Thinking of Selling in 2018? Now is the Perfect Time!It is common knowledge that a great number of homes sell during the spring-buying season.For that reason, many homeowners hold off on put… Read More
2018-01-09 22:11
Real Estate Career Night January 23, 2018Tired of your job and ready for a career change?If you are thinking about becoming a real estate professional, now’s the time to take our Real… Read More
2018-01-08 21:16
712,000 Homes in the US Regained Equity in the Past 12 Months!CoreLogic’s latest Equity Report revealed that “over the past 12 months, 712,000 borrowers moved into positive equit… Read More
2018-01-03 18:50
What is my home worth in 2018? Look up your home value estimates instantly!Use our advanced tools and sales data to quickly find out how much you can list your home for. Customize the estima… Read More
2018-01-02 21:17
Join BHGRE Star Homes for Top Tech Tools!As a brand we provide industry leading-edge tools and technology to maximize productivity and growth.ZAP®, our lead generation website and CRM pl… Read More
2017-12-21 20:53
Find Out More: BHGRE Star Homes - The Lifestyle Brand in Real EstateThe power of the Better Homes and Gardens® brand is astonishing.The brand touches 40 million people every month, inclu… Read More
2017-12-20 22:06
A New Home in 2018? Make your home search as unique as you are!You can find homes based on location, size, price, and much more, and access our detailed school data to help your refine… Read More
2017-12-19 23:19
Considering a Career Change to Real Estate?Perhaps more than any other profession, real estate is the domain of the motivated entrepreneur. Real estate is led and dominated by savvy, talente… Read More
2017-12-18 17:49
Sell Your Home in 2018 with BHGRE Star HomesThinking about selling your home?You don't have to do it alone.Let Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate lend a hand - with tools, information… Read More
2017-12-14 20:09
Your Real Estate Career - The Lifestyle Brand in Real EstateBetter Homes and Gardens® Real Estate is creating exceptional real estate experiences by:Empowering our brokers and agents wit… Read More
2017-12-13 18:09
Buying a Home in 2018? The Cost of Waiting ...What is the Cost of Waiting Until Next Year to Buy?We recently shared that over the course of the last 12 months, home prices have appreciated b… Read More
2017-12-12 22:36
A Yard Sign with 97% Brand Recognition! Join BHGRE Star Homes Today!Yes that's right! The Better Homes and Gardens brand name has a 97% brand recognition throughout the country.The Power of… Read More
2017-12-11 19:56
#1 Reason to List Your Grayslake House Today!Many people believe that selling their house during “the spring buyers’ market” is the best thing to do. Their reasoning… Read More
2017-12-08 17:38
Live in Prairie Crossing, Grayslake!Prairie Crossing is a unique community and great part of Grayslake, Illinois. It's one of the towns that kicked of the national movement towards sma… Read More
2017-12-05 23:23
Join Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star Homes - Tools, Technology and SupportWe have an Integrated Technology Platform – The Greenhouse.Our integrated technology platform called… Read More
2017-12-04 23:00
4 Reasons to Sell Your Northern Illinois Home This Winter!Here are four reasons listing your Northern Illinois home for sale this winter makes sense.1. Demand Is StrongThe latest Buyer Traff… Read More
2017-11-28 17:48
Your Real Estate Career - Join BHGRE Star HomesFind out more about our LEAD GENERATION MACHINE at BHGRE Star Homes. ZAP®, our lead generation website and CRM platform, enables agents to… Read More
2017-11-27 19:52
McHenry Home Selling Solutions Made Easy! With intimate knowledge of your area and the expertise necessary to give you a detailed assessment, your Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star H… Read More
2017-11-27 19:45
Grayslake Home Selling Solutions Made Easy! With intimate knowledge of your area and the expertise necessary to give you a detailed assessment, your Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star… Read More
2017-11-22 18:11
2017 Grayslake Tree Lighting Festival and Holiday MarketWhen: Friday November 24, 2017Time: 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm Where: Downtown Grayslake at Whitney and Center Street.The Grayslake Cham… Read More
2017-11-21 20:20
Join BHGRE Star Homes in Grayslake - The Only Lifestyle Brand in Real EstateBetter Homes and Gardens® Real Estate (BHGRE) is a brand that represents more than a traditional real estate t… Read More
2017-11-21 20:09
Join BHGRE Star Homes in McHenry - The Only Lifestyle Brand in Real EstateBetter Homes and Gardens® Real Estate (BHGRE) is a brand that represents more than a traditional real estate tra… Read More
2017-11-20 20:46
Are You Thinking About Selling Your McHenry House Soon?It’s difficult to know when is the best time to sell, or how to get the most money for your house, but you don’t need… Read More
2017-11-20 20:37
Are You Thinking About Selling Your Grayslake House Soon?It’s difficult to know when is the best time to sell, or how to get the most money for your house, but you don’t need to… Read More
2017-11-16 19:29
Our Culture Makes Us Different at BHGRE Star HomesAt Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate, we have created a company that is built upon a set of core values.The core values guide the de… Read More
2017-11-15 17:44
A Millennial's Guide to HomeownershipThe Millennial Generation is the largest generation in United States history. According to the US Census Bureau:“Millennials born between 1982-2000… Read More
2017-11-14 22:27
Join Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Star HomesThe Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate brand is the most relevant brand in real estate. A brand that 40 million consumers know and trust… Read More
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