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Three Reasons Why We Won’t See Another Market Crash Like 2008

by Ressie Krabacher | Jan 9, 2023

Are you worried about the state of the market? This market is feeling a little crazy, no? Is 2008 happening all over again!? It’s a valid concern, but you shouldn’t be worried. Here are three reasons why I don’t think another crash will happen now: 1. We still have a...

What Does it Take to be a Home Inspector?

by Kristin Marsden | Aug 29, 2022

Becoming a licensed home inspector in Illinois is a quick process for the mechanically inclined. Becoming a sought after licensed inspector takes a bit more effort. Here’s some insight in what it takes to get licensed as an inspector in...

Adventures In Inspecting!

by Kristin Marsden | Sep 1, 2020

So you think an home inspector is just there to point out all the problems with a property? Sure, that’s part of what an inspector does…but there’s much more to the story!! Sometimes inspecting is an ADVENTURE! As evidence, check out some of these...

C’mon…the IL State Standards Don’t Require That?: What’s True and What’s False About Home Inspections

by Kristin Marsden | Aug 7, 2019

Home Inspectors must attend over 100 hours of live inspections before they can obtain their license. False. Home inspectors are only required to attend FIVE “INSPECTION EVENTS”. This often entails attending 5 live inspections with another (licensed) inspector....

Problems in Real Estate – with the Solutions

by Michelle Chicago | Jan 15, 2019

Problems in Real Estate – with the Solutions 1. Rent vs. buy 2. Finding a suitable property (low inventory/when is the best time to purchase) 3. Rehabbing vs. Home that is move in ready 4. Problems getting a mortgage -Finding a down payment -Employment history...