Helping real estate clients choose their ideal neighborhood
Opinion
Neighborhood quality is subjective, yet Realtors cannot recommend a neighborhood or steer clients into or out of a particular neighborhood. Here's what to do instead
by Teresa Boardman May 26
41% of homebuyers would go over budget by $25K for the perfect home
Although 80% of homebuyers consider price to be the most important consideration of a purchase, 41% were willing to go above budget by an average of $25K for the perfect home
Most homebuyers would give up a dream home for good schools
Buyers said goodbye to a garage, large backyard and updated kitchen in favor of living in a better school district
by Marian McPherson Jul 24
Massachusetts ranked as safest state in the country
'Access to opportunity increases home values, with the result often being lower crime,' says founder of NeighborhoodScout
by Marian McPherson Feb 13
Chicago skyline
Low median home prices, access to public transit and good schools pushed the Windy City to the top
by Marian McPherson Jan 8
Evanston downtown ranked among nation's best
Livability ranks the top small- to mid-sized downtown centers
by Inman Mar 8