Your home's value is set by recent sales of similar homes nearby, adjusted for condition, size, and updates. Online estimates can be far off because condition varies so much from house to house. I provide a free comparative market analysis (CMA). Request one here.

Typical seller costs include agent commission (which is negotiable), attorney fees, title charges, Illinois and Cook County transfer taxes, any local transfer fees, and a credit to the buyer for property taxes owed. I give every seller a written estimate of their net proceeds before they list.

Yes. You can list as-is to the open market, sell to a cash investor, or do a mix of light repairs and as-is pricing. I run the numbers on each option so you can compare what you would actually walk away with.

Yes. Existing leases transfer to the new owner, and many investors prefer buying a property with tenants and rent already in place. Showings require proper notice to tenants, and I coordinate access so the sale moves forward without conflict.

If the home is in probate, the executor or administrator usually needs authority from the court to sell, so work with a probate attorney alongside your agent. I help families prepare, price, and sell inherited homes, including homes that need work or are full of belongings.

Sellers of most 1 to 4 unit properties complete the Illinois Residential Real Property Disclosure Report. Homes built before 1978 require a lead-based paint disclosure, and Illinois also requires a radon disclosure. Your attorney can advise you on anything specific to your property.

A well-priced home in good condition often goes under contract within a few weeks, and closing typically follows 30 to 45 days later. Price, condition, and marketing make the biggest difference in how fast it sells.

A cash sale is faster and more certain, but usually at a lower price. Listing typically brings a higher price but takes longer. Because I work with both investors and homebuyers, I can show you both numbers side by side and you can choose.