Honest, hardworking Realtor serving the real estate needs of home, condo, townhome, apartment building, vacant land sellers and buyers in the communities of Burr Ridge, Clarendon Hills, Countryside, Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, Indian Head Park, La Grange areas, Lombard areas, Naperville, Oak Brook, Oak Brook Terrace, Oak Park, Palos Park areas, River Forest, Riverside, Westchester, Western Springs, Wheaton, Willow Springs, Willowbrook and other MLS suburban areas of metro Chicagoland IL.

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Real Estate Information for Suburban Chicago Sellers and Buyers
 

There is an abundant, sometimes overwhelming amount of information available, especially on the internet.  Be sure to read my internet warning.

 

Internet Warning!

 

The information you'll find here is general in nature. It would be impossible to cover every possible scenario because every person I work with brings with them their own unique set of circumstances, expectations, limitations, needs, desires, goals, etc. 

 

After our consultation, we'll  decide if we want to work together and if we do, I'll create a plan to help you reach your real estate goals.

 

 Your special interactive community web site.

It is highly recommended you hire an experienced real estate attorney to represent your legal interests when buying property. 

 

What does the attorney do?

* Review or prepare offer

* Help resolve any inspection problems

* Help resolve financing problems

* Help resolve possession problems

* Help resolve personal property issues

* Attend, review & explain all closing documents you'll sign and/or receive, such as:

---Sellers survey for problems

---Sellers documents

---Lenders documents

---Title Commitment for unacceptable issues

---Review & explain closing cost figures & prorations


 

    

The information you want,

the answers you need! 

Newsletter and mega resource centers combined.

 

You won't believe your eyes when you see everything that's here!

 

 

An information packed newsletter and helpful seller and buyer articles.

 

Real Estate ABC's Monthly Newsletter

 

 

Informative mortgage newsletter.

 

Mortgage Monthly Newsletter

 

 

 

Real Estate Update Monthly Newsletter

 

 

 

Daily News

 

Great Moving Guide

 

The Truth About Calling Those 800/Toll Free Numbers For Property Info

 

MLS Status Codes Explained

 

What It Takes to Become a Millionaire Calculator

 

How Long to Pay Off Credit Cards Calculator

 

Savings Calculator

 

 

  

* ABSOLUTELY DON'T DO THIS !!!!!

* Should you rent or buy?

* Choosing a neighborhood.

* Reasons to delay buying a home.

* Why buying a home is a good idea.

* Do you want to buy a house or a home?

* Supply and demand & other stuff.

* Buying a home with resale value.

* Comparable sales and your offer.

* Contingencies, Earnest Money, Safeguards.

* Financing - How it affects your offer.

* Finding a REALTOR.

* How to prepare for closing.

* Your escrow and you.

* Buyer's remorse - a normal reaction.

 

* Contact information for credit bureaus.

* Get a copy of your credit report, verify info.

* Cleaning up your credit - how to do it.

* What's a FICO?

* How FICO scoring affects mortgages.

* Bankruptcy.

 

* How much can you afford?  

* What's your comfort level?

* Your down payment.

* Documentation.

* Where does mortgage money come from?

* Different types of lenders.

* Advantages of different types of lenders.

* How are interest rates determined.

* When your agent recommends a lender.

* Things you need for your loan application.

* Comprehensive closing costs explanation.

* The bi-weekly mortgage - who needs it?

* No cost mortgages - when do they make sense?

* COFI ARM explanation.

* Clearly written for easy understanding.

* Click on the word for its definition.

* Page by page alphabetical list available.

 

 

Monthly Principal & Interest Payment Calculator

 

Amortization Schedule Calculator

 

Rent vs. Buy Calculator

 

Save Money by Making Extra Payment(s)

 

 

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How may I help you?

Sharon Gonwa, Broker/Owner/REALTORâ

Certified Staging Consultant, Organizer

 

It's usually best to email me since I'm out and about much of the time.

Highly recommended.

 

SERVICE * INTEGRITY * RESULTS ä

My motto since 1985.  Clients First-Always.

Illinois Real Estate Licensee/Broker serving the suburbs around Chicago, IL

Award winning experience since 1985

 

I Respect You!

Totally confidential and spam free.
  

2021 Midwest Rd, Ste 200

Oak Brook, IL 60523

By appointment Only

630.495.2888 or

708.749.1912

 

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