Hi !
• My Trulia
Create an account (FREE!)
• Help
• Log out
• Log in

Already have an account? Log in

Email:

Password: 5-15 characters

Re-type password:

Name:

Location:

City & State, or ZIP

Outside the U.S.?

Which describes you best?

Home buyer
Home seller
Both buyer and seller
Real estate professional
Other/Just looking

Yes! Sign me up for Trulia's House Hunting Tips email newsletter

Don't have an account? Sign up

Email:

Password:
Forgot password? Forgot password?

Forgot your password?

Enter your email and we'll email you a new password.

Email:

Find Homes
Stats & Trends
Advice & Opinions
Search

Home > Trulia Voices Home > Illinois > Cook County > Chicago > Shopping & Local Amenities

Trulia Voices—Shopping & Local Amenities in Chicago

Top Voices Member Search ^BETA Create a profile new

Ask a question

Browse

Trulia Voices Home
Q&A
Agent2Agent
Using Trulia

Search

Location:

e.g.: "San Francisco, CA"

Keywords (optional):

e.g.: "Parks" or "Schools"

Email me when:

New questions are posted in Email:

RSS

View RSS feed

close [x]

Share this:

What's the buzz?

DMC
Buyer & Seller

rehab special in Chicago's brighton park area asked by DMC

I have plenty on contacts in Chicago. Let me know if you are still looking for a Realtor and I will set you up with Someone. read more answered by Sharpbuyers.…

Q&A

Browse Q&A and learn from others

Ask a question and get insight

Answer a question and share your knowledge

Questions and Answers

2 results found

Show me: Recent Activity Recent Questions Best

I'm looking to buy new furniture. I don't have a lot of money to spend, but don't want cheap junk either.

Answered Thu Mar 13 2008, 20:06 by Michael Long - Lakeview - Shopping & Local Amenities
4 answers - Answer this question

Answered by
Michael Long
Real Estate Pro
in Chicago

Online Rental Comps resource in Chicago

Answered Sat Oct 6 2007, 09:20 by Pam Winterba… - Chicago - Shopping & Local Amenities
6 answers - Answer this question

Answered by
Pam Winterba…
Real Estate Pro
in San Ramon

View all Questions and Answers

Didn't find your answer? Ask a question

Company Info

About us
News Room
Trulia Blog
Help Center
Customer Service
Jobs

Partners

Real Estate Professionals
Advertisers
Publishers
Trulia Ad Network
Industry FAQ
Submit Your Listings

Trulia Links

Homes for Sale
Stats & Trends
Real Estate Advice & Opinions
Trulia API
Log In | Create an account

Legal

Terms of Use
- General
- Agent Featured Listings
Privacy Policy
Community Guidelines
Contact Us

Residential Real Estate

Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity logo Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity

What's "Best Answer"?

The best answer to a question can only be selected by the person who asked the question.
What answers are candidates for best answer?

Only your first answer/response to a question is eligible for consideration as best answer.
Your answer must be submitted up to 7 days from when the question was asked in order to qualify. However, the asker may choose a best answer at any time before then.

What's Trulia Voices?

Trulia Voices is a place where you can ask real estate questions and get free, quick advice from locals, experts and real estate pros.

Fun fact: On average, questions are answered in 20 minutes and get three answers!

See our FAQs for more info.

DMC
Buyer & Seller

rehab special in Chicago's brighton park area asked by DMC

I have plenty on contacts in Chicago. Let me know if you are still looking for a Realtor and I will set you up with Someone. read more answered by Sharpbuyers.…

Larry Roseh

Price range for apt. Water Tower Place 40 floor, 2 bdrm, large living room, den asked by Larry Roseh

A 2 bedroom, 2 bath north and east facing unit (listed as 1,775 square feet ) on the... read more answered by Eric Marcus

Lakeviewguy74
Buyer & Seller

Advantages of using a realtor in my case? asked by Lakeviewguy74

I would say, given the circumstances, why not try? Unless you're in a rush, you can try first and always hire a realtor later. I would definit... read more answered by E

Dan
Buyer & Seller

Has the Market in Chicago (especially West Town and West Loop) started to flatten? asked by Dan

Dan, anytime you're hearing data on the real estate market being presented it's impo... read more answered by Marty Phelan

Bart
Home Buyer

Does anyone know how much prices have fallen in the past year in East Lakeview? asked by Bart

The simple answer is they may not have fallen at all. Assuming you are referring to... read more answered by Jeff Kropp

Cheryl Eaves
Home Buyer

I have a Credit Score of 615, and I am looking for loan and a home or condo? Can anyone help me with for real? asked by Cheryl Eaves

FHA sounds like it would be viable option for you. However, even with a 615 credit ... read more answered by Renee Nation

Tracy
Home Buyer

Can buyer back out of a signed contract because the homeowner's insurance is higher than they thought? asked by Tracy

That sounds very reasonable to me ($474) so I think your next bet is to call your at... read more answered by Lyn Sims

Shaina

Journalism Student Help asked by Shaina

Bob's right. Call some Realtors in Evanston. In addition, regarding your developer question, call several developers and ask. Since you say you're a journalism student, if you're doing t... read more answered by Don Tepper

Fran
Buyer & Seller

How will a very low sale price (but not a foreclosure) factor into Comps? asked by Fran

Fran, It is not the same as a foreclosure and shouldn't affect an appraisal. However, a good buyer's agent will try to use it against you dur... read more answered by Dino Patras

Trish
Home Buyer

I am planning on making an offer on a house with out an agent. How much money is this agent saving? asked by Trish

The seller signed a listing agreement (or contract) The commission amount is already... read more answered by Cathy Sloan

Dmitriy
Home Buyer

What is your opinion on the areas around two crossings: 1) Chicago and California? asked by Dmitriy

Ron advertising is not allowed here. read more answered by Don't Buy

Garrett
Home Buyer

Where, specifically, can I go online to find out about new developments going up in a particular area? asked by Garrett

You can ask your agent to look into new developements based on the area you are look... read more answered by Dorthy Pasto…

Bea
Buyer & Seller

selling in chicago's north shore asked by Bea

If you have an older home, I would probably wait to sell your home. In 2009 and in 2010 new home builders are expecting a shortage of new homes ... read more answered by Denyse Storey

Robert
Home Buyer

95% LTV still possible in Chicago area? asked by Robert

Robert, I agree with most of the comments here I think FHA would be the way to go. You can put less down and still get a great rate, Contact... read more answered by Brent Bester

Clarissa
Real Estate Professional

How do HUD properties work? How long is the process? asked by Clarissa

Clarissa: It is never too much work. You need to ask your broker for the website for HUD homes in your area. For Mississippi it is hooksvanho... read more answered by Paula Rushing

Tom

Why is 111 W Maple priced below comparable condo buildings in the Gold Coast? asked by Tom

Hi Tom, Although location has A LOT to do with how a property gets priced, there ... read more answered by Kristin Coll…

Christine Mo…
Real Estate Professional

Chicago & Suburban Realtor's - What's the Buzz in Your Market? Up or Down? asked by Christine Mo…

What market are you in Deborah? read more answered by Christine Mo…

Kpuff
Home Seller

How is the market for completely upgraded 1br condos on the North side of Schaumburg? asked by Kpuff

I do have travertine floors, granite, stainless steel, custom cabinets - the whole n... read more answered by Kpuff

Ty
Home Buyer

Can a lender speed up a sheriff's sale after a judement has been filed? asked by Ty

The property has been abandoned since the Lis Pendens was filed 6 months ago and the owners have moved out of state. Since the auction is 6 mon... read more answered by Ty

Richard Perry
Home Buyer

Hello, How large must a closet be inorder for a room to be listed as a bedroom in the Chicago market? asked by Richard Perry

In Chicago you do not have to have a closet to be called a bedroom. This is one of ... read more answered by Eric Marcus