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Buying a Home Requires Many Difficult Decisions. Make Sure Your Realtor is a Top Local Expert.

Your home is probably the biggest purchase your family will ever make, and it involves many decisions that go beyond simply choosing one you like.

As a top Chicago, Chicago Northwest Side and Chicago Northside area Realtor, here is how I will guide you through the entire process, from viewing homes and financing, to making sure the final contract is in your best interest:

- You will have full access to ALL homes available on the Chicago, Chicago Northwest Side and Chicago Northside market, even listings not yet on the MLS, through my professional Illinois real estate affiliations.

- My expert local knowledge of the Chicago, Chicago Northwest Side and Chicago Northside area should be invaluable to you, not just in terms of real estate, but also schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.

- Every local real estate market absolutely has its own trends and opportunities. This can vary greatly, even one neighborhood to the next. Chicago, Chicago Northwest Side and Chicago Northside is no different! It's my job to steer you into opportunities and out of traps.

- What is the true market value of the home you are interested in? Is it priced too high? Is it a bargain that you should jump on? I help home buyers make decisions like this every day, and I'll make sure that YOU get the best value for your money.

- Negotiating with sellers can be stressful. I will help you negotiate, so that the final contract includes your best possible terms and conditions.

- You should know absolutely everything about the property you are buying! You and I will view every home that you are interested in, together. And prior to closing I will make you fully aware of any and all inspections available to you.

- Have confidence when signing documents. Contracts are full of complicated terms and clauses that can greatly affect your future life in your new home. I will give you the full benefit of my real estate knowledge and experience.

Let me represent your best interests in your search for a new home in the Chicago, Chicago Northwest Side and Chicago Northside area. While you can see a million homes on the web, actually buying your home is another matter entirely. Buyers beware!

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Titles >Holding Title to A Condo

With condominiums becoming increasingly popular among today's homebuyers, it is a good time to clarify the terms of ownership that seem to confuse many people. Condo-type residences most commonly fall into two categories - condominiums and townhouses.

A condominium is usually a multi-story structure. Each owner-resident has a deed of ownership for his own unit and owns the space within the unit, but not the land under the structure. Therefore, condo units can be stacked vertically. Condo owners share title to the common areas of the development, including land, exterior of buildings, hallways, roofs and swimming pools -- all areas used by all occupants. Each owner pays property taxes on their unit. Also, a monthly fee is paid to the homeowners' association that is used for managing and maintaining all common areas.

A townhouse, or town home community is usually a series of single- or two-story housing units, each linked to each other horizontally by common walls. Each owner hold title to their unit and the land beneath it, thus these units cannot be stacked vertically. Typically, a townhouse unit will be a two-story residence, with the living area downstairs and bedrooms upstairs. Common areas belonging to the townhouse development are owned jointly. Each townhouse owner pays property taxes and association fees.

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Barbara Foy, REALTOR®, real estate agent and broker for Chicago, Chicago Northwest Side and Chicago Northside, Illinois home listings, property and land for sale - NUMBER1EXPERT(tm)

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I am always available to offer you personal, one-on-one help with what some say is the biggest decision you will make in your life. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me! Buying a home? I'll take the time to listen to your needs and desires, and find your dream home. Your total satisfaction is my number one priority. Selling a home? I will get your home sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. My online and offline marketing programs will give you the edge you need to sell your home. I don't want to just list your home, I want to sell it! Fast! Relocating? If you are moving to my area, I can assist you in collecting the information you need, and make your transition as smooth as possible. Feel free to contact me for any information. I love to assist people in relocating, and I've helped many people move to our area! I have built a reputation for client satisfaction, and I am devoted to making your move as easy as possible. You will have the added benefit of working with an agent who understands your needs when buying, selling, or relocating. Finding the right home is only the beginning. I will assist you every step of the way to ensure smooth sailing.

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