Personal Flair + Local Flavor

As we approach the middle of the fourth quarter of 2007 I thought it appropriate to address a conflict that I have repeatedly run into in my three years in the business of selling real estate.

Inherently, a discrepancy exists between national media coverage and market/industry specific information sources.  This is in large part due to a broad base of viewers which influences large media outlets to release overarching statements.  Unfortunately, when applied to a specific markets these statements may hold true, but often do not, leaving even an informed reader in a quandary. 

In order to help bridge this gap, I would like to provide you with a couple alternative information sources to either compliment or supplant your current ones.

The first is a blog written by a mortgage lender.  I have been a loyal reader for a while now and am consistently impressed by the content and poignance.

www.themortgagereports.com.

The second is of course this very blog, which addresses guidance for first time buyers, strategies for real estate investors, as well as specific neighborhood market updates.  Last, but certainly not least, I’ve been sure to incorporate some of my own person flair as well as local Chicago flavor.  Please remember, feedback is always more than welcome.

The following articles are of a more general nature, but are indicative of the current market in Chicago.

Dare We Hope: Housing Conditions are Improving

By Blanche Evans

http://realtytimes.com/rtapages/20071012_conditionsimpr.htm

 

Something New to tell your Reluctant Home Buyers

By Blanche Evans

http://realtytimes.com/rtapages/20070921_reluctant.htm

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to clarify any points made in the articles.

 Best,

JLC