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Century Station
Buyers have a new destination for quality, affordable condo living: Century Station.
Newly built 1- , 2- and 3-bedroom condominiums feature custom construction at a superb location in downtown Berwyn’s Depot District, mere steps away from a convenient...
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University Commons
The choices for true loft living are dwindling. After all, there are only so many classic buildings left in this great city.
University Commons is no ordinary old factory building, and it certainly is not a “faux” loft—you know, the kind of new construction made to look vintage in order to satisfy...
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Kinetic Condos
Condo buyers with a love of Chicago and rock ‘n’ roll history can find their new home at The Kinetic Condos at Rainbo Village.
Named in part for the legendary music venues, the Kinetic Playground and Rainbo Ballroom that once occupied the same site, Kinetic Condos are 88 condominium residences in the heart...
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New realities in today’s economy have impacted just about everyone. While it’s true that the methods and strategies for buying Chicago condos for sale or suburban Chicago condos for sale have changed recently, there’s still good news in the current marketplace. In fact, there’s almost always good news to be found in any situation. OwnACondo.com is here to help.
First time homebuyers have long been catered to in the real estate market. Responsible home ownership is typically regarded as a positive thing, helping build and maintain personal investment and communities across the nation. Now, as part of the government stimulus plan, a brand-new $8,000 tax credit for first time homebuyers is available to help people get into a home of their own as well as jump start the economy. And the great thing is that the credit is available for Chicago condos and suburban Chicago condos as well as townhouses and single family homes. You’ll want to click the link above and act quickly, however, because like most good things in life, there’s a deadline.
Mortgage interest rates are still low. This is a major plus for potential condo buyers. And while it is true that credit is no longer as easy to obtain as in the recent past, the condo mortgage lenders we work with are totally in tune with today’s market and know how to help people who want to buy. Call today!
Prices and available incentives for Chicago real estate have also dramatically turned in favor of buyers these days. It is not uncommon to see substantial price reductions and/or incentives being included for the purchase of a condo. Those incentives may include deeded parking, pre-paid assessments, mortgage buydown, furnishings and even more. Even downtown Chicago condos often include incentives to buy.
But your true strength in finding your dream condo is the OwnACondo.com team of Condo Specialist Realtors®. These caring, dedicated professionals understand market cycles and they know how to help you locate and negotiate the best deal possible. Perhaps you are looking for Naperville condos, Chicago luxury condos, South Loop condos, rent to own condos….no matter the location, the price range and the style of condo, our team can help.
There’s a wise old saying “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.” But that doesn’t mean just wanting something will make it happen. If that were the case, every child with tears in his eyes because the cookie jar was just out of reach would be rewarded. What’s necessary is a plan, with resources and action steps. If you truly want a Chicago condo or suburban Chicago condo, OwnACondo.com can help make it happen for you!
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Welcome to OwnACondo.com! We’re eager to show you around.
If you’re looking to buy, sell and learn about Chicago condos or suburban Chicago condos, you’ve come to the right place. We don’t want to bury this information on a bland “About Us” page. After all, this is about you! We want to provide you with information, resources and easy navigation.
In a fast-paced and ever-changing world, people increasingly turn to specialists to help them accomplish what needs to be done. The skills of a shade-tree mechanic, while admirable, simply don’t get the job accomplished when today’s computer-controlled, sophisticated vehicles need servicing. And just like you don’t want an appliance salesperson helping you select computer software or vice-versa, you don’t want just any real estate professional trying to help with your condo needs.
OwnACondo.com is the best place to buy and sell condos, and specialization is the key.
The vision to develop a specialty organization helping people with condos began more than a dozen years ago when Brian Kuzdas, the company founder, converted a small apartment building into condos in Chicago. Since then, the company has helped people buy and sell many thousands of condos throughout Chicago and the suburbs.
Thanks to our passionate and ever-growing team of Condo Specialist Realtors®, as well as a dedicated and mission-driven support staff, OwnACondo.com continues to bring to you the highest level of knowledge and service. From our easy consumer search of the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), to our free real estate seminars, to our specialists covering every corner of the Chicagoland map, we’re ready to help.
What typifies the OwnACondo.com “experience”? You’ll find easy access to all things condo and, most importantly, help and additional information is just a phone call or email away. Have a question or need information about how to finance a condo, insure a condo, the new $8,000 tax credit for first time homebuyers and more? It’s all right here. We can even help you find Chicago condos to rent and Chicago foreclosures, if that’s your preference.
Did you know that condominiums continue to be the most inquired about and sought after types of Chicago real estate, even in a changing economy? No other form of real estate gives buyers a better chance to own something of their own. Chicago condos and suburban Chicago condos also continue to increase in popularity as people from all walks of life find less and less time for house upkeep.
So enjoy our site, explore at your leisure and be sure to let us know how we can help.
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Seller Buydowns are Key in Today’s Market
A loan officer or Realtor who has an excellent knowledge of how to use interest rate buydowns will be able to answer many buyer- and seller-related questions.
When a buyer says, “I’d love to buy that condominium, but the payment or interest rate is too high,” a loan officer should be able to say “What payment or interest rate would you like? I’ll try to get you there.” Having the buyer look at lower-priced condos with fewer amenities is rarely a sufficient answer. An understanding of how buydowns lower the interest rate and the mortgage payment can help all parties involved...
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Condominium
Ownership Defined
Whether you are a first time buyer, empty-nester looking to downsize, purchasing a vacation residence, or an investor diversifying a portfolio, condominium ownership can be a rewarding experience. But what do you get when you buy a condo? We’ll cover some of the nuts and bolts of condo ownership here.
Condo ownership is in essence a form of common ownership of real estate. Condominium ownership consists of two components: (a) exclusive ownership of a volume of space – the unit, and (b) ownership in common with all of the other unit owners of the common areas of the condominium property.
The component owned exclusively is the living space within the unit and is defined as the space falling within the finished surfaces of the walls, floors and ceiling of the perimeter. The condominium declaration (explained below) contains a surveyor’s depiction of the location and dimensions of each of the units...
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