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Condemned real estate Chicago

Condemned Houses: What to Know When a House is Condemned

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Most people think that when a house is condemned, it is unsafe and uninhabitable, like in a hoarder house situation or after fire damage. A condemned house is a property sometimes deemed unsuitable for habitation by the government or local housing authority. This usually happens when a house significantly damages the structure or has been … Continued
prayer of st. joseph for selling a house Chicago

Prayer of St. Joseph for Selling House

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Saint Joseph is the patron saint of many things. You’ll commonly see that it is referred to being patron saint of “workers,” “families,” and “home.” In the Catholic church, he would have been the foster father of Jesus Christ. It makes sense that he would be considered patron saint of those things in particular. How … Continued
checklist for home inspection Chicago

A Seller’s Home Inspection Checklist

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Most homeowners typically think of home inspections as being for home buyers only. And really, how can they be prepared for a home inspection? As a seller, you can also have a home inspection done too. It gives you a heads-up of major issues and helps you prepare your home before selling to attract the … Continued

What To Do If Your Deceased Parents’ Home Is In Foreclosure

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Surviving a parent’s death is a lot to handle. Now, you may be facing the probate process and discovering that your parent was facing foreclosure. This can be more than you want to take on. First, it’s important to understand that even though the property owner has passed away, the decedent’s death does not remove … Continued
sell house with mortgage Chicago

Can You Sell a House With a Mortgage?

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It’s believed that most people live in their house for 40 or 50 years. Things have changed since that was a regular occurrence. According to the National Association of Realtors, the median number of years of people living in their homes is 13.2 years, with about 82% of homeowners staying there for up to 15 … Continued
estate buyes near me Chicago

Who to Hire to Appraise, Haul, and Sell My Household Items

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Whether you’re looking to downsize or sell items left in a house after a family member has passed away, it can feel overwhelming. You have to go through the entire estate to figure out what’s worth selling and what isn’t. While some families are prepared for the task, most require time and help. Factor in … Continued
Negotiating realtor fees Illinois

How to Negotiate Realtor Fees

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Just like when you’re selling anything, selling a house requires a buyer and seller. The thing about selling real estate is that you can have a real estate agent represent you and your interests to help get you the most money (if you’re a seller) or aid in getting you the lowest price (if you … Continued
house selling fees in Illinois

Fees For Selling A House

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Most people expect to pay a real estate agent a commission for selling a house. The unfortunate part of selling a house is that there are costs and fees you tend to overlook in the chaos. Some are negotiable, like real estate agent commissions, while others, like taxes, are not. Either way, it’s best to … Continued
What is a short sale of a house in Chicago

What Is A Short Sale Of A House?

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Financial distress can come in many forms, such as a job demotion, a change in sales commission structure, or even job loss. These things can strain a homeowner and cause them to not make payments or only partial payments. It leaves you in a snowballing financial distress that becomes hard to escape. It leads you … Continued
Fair market value of home Chicago

What Is Fair Market Value of A House?

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Fair Market Value (FMV) is a term used in many instances. It’s typically used for larger purchases like vehicles and real estate. We’re going to focus on it as a real estate term. With real estate property being such a big purchase, it’s essential to know what it is when attempting to sell or buy … Continued
sell my house as is for cash Chicago

Should I Sell My House As Is For Cash?

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When most people are looking to sell a house as is for cash, they are looking for a quick answer to a problem they have with trying to sell their house. They are willing to trade some of their “fair market value” for a quick and easy solution that aids them in getting rid of … Continued
Should I sell my house to an investor Chicago

Should I Sell My House To An Investor?

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When you sell a house, there are just a couple of options. Do you want to sell it with representation, or do you want to sell it yourself? To maximize the sale, you’ll need to do a few things first, and when you couple that with the stress of a traditional home sale, selling yourself … Continued
Frequently asked questions in Chicago to sell my house fast

5 Frequently Asked Questions

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We get many questions about what we do and how we do it. The topics vary greatly. At SILT Real Estate and Investments, LLC, we are cash home buyers who buy houses all around Illinois, no matter the condition. We understand that the process can be stressful and confusing. Here are 5 of the most … Continued
Selling a house that's tough to sell Chicago

Solving Problems And Selling A Difficult To Sell House

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Instead of going over what to do in a bad situation, I figured we’d give you one we’ve dealt with and how we have helped the client. Every situation is different and may require creative thinking to solve your problems, but we like to help people and ensure their issues get resolved when they sell … Continued
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