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Wayne Beals on Trulia Voices

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Real Estate Advice & Opinions

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Can someone list top ten mortgage lenders \r\nin terms of service and interest rates in\r\nthe Chicago area?: Hey ngapt2010,\r\n\r\nYou have a two part question here. \r\n\r\nAs far as rates go: \r\n\r\nYou'll find that rates… ..read more
Can a 203k suffice for a conventional offer?: I agree the loans take a long time to process, but are a needed financing product to sell in the current market… ..read more
I have a 3 story building with a garden apt. I need a new roof and the city says I need a crane. What are the height…: Sarahstavrou\r\n\r\nA crane would be useful in moving building materials up to the roof, no doubt. Many material suppliers… ..read more
In Chicago--I bought a 3 flat--Cert of Zoning Compliance says 3 units, Building Dept recognizes only 2 units. Will…: Your attorney should be able to help you navigate the situation.\r\n\r\nIf the Zoning Cert. says 3 units, then you… ..read more
how do i find what building are in city code violations?: Hey Bosslaw,\r\n\r\nUsed to be you had to go file for a freedom of information request. This has become a lot easier… ..read more
My boyfriend and I currently rent in Wicker Park in Chicago and love it. We are looking to buy a place. What…: Hey Seedubbya,\r\n\r\nIt all depends what about Wicker Park you love! The super overheated prices of four years ago… ..read more
how long has the water been turned off and can the water be turned on to verify that there are no burst pipes?: Pmethomas,\r\n\r\nYou can request that utilities and services be activated for your inspection. There is usually a… ..read more
we are looking to buy a home that is listed as a short sale but no one is living there.will it take us long to…: Nwalachowska,\r\n\r\nGreat question. While I can't specifically answer because I don't know the specifics,… ..read more
I put a bid on a short sale 6 weeks ago and the update I got was they assigned a negotiator but do not have a BPO.…: Hey Melinda,\r\n\r\nOne thing to keep in mind is that the bank is looking for the best deal they can get. This may… ..read more
when is the auction? i am a cash buyer for my son who is gettinh a phd at chicago, do you have more photos. what…: Joe,\r\n\r\nDo you know what's going on in HP?\r\n\r\nI believe we call this steering.\r\n\r\nWayne ..read more
I've been interested in real estate for quite some time, but given current conditions, I've been a bit…: Kevin,\r\n\r\nAn interest is a good start, but you have to have a passion for what you do to be successful. If money… ..read more
We put in an offer on a Fannie Mae property (asked $5,000 less than the asking price). It's been a week,…: Hey annie12,\r\n\r\nI know it's crazy....You're not alone in your frustration. The reality is that Fannie… ..read more
Can you purchase a home that needs repairs with an FHA loan? How would you advise on proceeding in this case.?: Absolutely. Ask your lender about FHA 203K options.\r\n\r\nWayne Beals\r\nKeller WIlliams\r\n312 77 BEALS\r\n312 772-32… ..read more
What must you do to get a refund for Homeowner's Certificates of Error, once approved? Web answers vary;…: Had to do this in the past with cook county and a homeowners exemption. The process was straightforward. Had… ..read more

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