Real Estate News
HUD proposes raising rent for people receiving federal housing subsidiesClaiming that the current system of providing federal housing subsidies to low-income renters is “convoluted” and “unsustainable,” the Department of Housing and Urban Development is proposing sweeping reforms to its housing assistance programs. The main tenet of the proposal is raising the... Read More
Who are today’s homebuyers?New demographics have emerged as the leaders in the home buying market in 2018, according to a new report from Veritas Urbis Economics. In its new report, the company said homebuyers are increasingly “women, graying and without children.” Those are three separate categories, not one.
FHFA: Home prices still on the riseHome prices are still on the rise, increasing once again in February. But one expert said a rise in debt-to-income ratios looks to have supported house price gains over the past few months but, with mortgage interest rates now on the rise, he still expects a slight moderation in growth this year.
“Homes To High Rise – Expect The Best!”
Everything you need to know about buying or selling real estate can be found here on our Web site! Hello, my name is Ken Welter and I have been a real estate broker in the Chicagoland area since 1970, serving Chicago’s North and Northwest side, as well as the entire North and Northwest suburban area.
Experience does make a difference, but our commitment and dedication to this business goes much deeper. (1CHRONICLES 29:11-12)
As the preeminent real estate professionals in our community, we are dedicated to providing the finest service available while breaking new ground. To better serve our residential clients, I became a licensed Illinois Home Inspector. This knowledge has enabled me to help buyers, as well as sellers, avoid some of the hidden pitfalls of buying and selling real estate, including REO (Bank Owned) properties, as well as SHORT SALES. REO SERVICES INCLUDE: occupancy inspections, board up, clean outs, winterization, ongoing inspections and full-service advertising and marketing of the property.
The Real Estate Profession is built on service and integrity. Without exception, the most successful REALTORS all have one thing in common, and that is their dedication to providing high quality service. My daughter-in-law, Heather Welter, has been licensed since 2003 and specializes in the areas of short sales, rentals and working with first time home buyers and receives high marks from all of her clients! High quality personalized service with integrity is her motto!
However, honesty and integrity alone will not sell your home or commercial property. Todays market is becoming more sophisticated and challenging every day. You will find our services to be on the cutting edge of Real Estate marketing technology. We will not just stick a sign in your yard and put you on MLS and then wait for buyers to find us. Some agents make things happen, some watch things happen, while others wonder what has happened! Our marketing program is what is called an “active” marketing plan that constantly puts your home in the way of buyers using the latest in technology. The times have changed, and the Real Estate Professional must change with it. This is what we do in order to provide you unsurpassed Real Estate Service. Ken Welter has earned the CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert) designation and provides valuable options to those home owners who are in distress. We have up to date information on short sale qualifications, loan modifications, as well as available Federal programs such as HAMP and HAFA. There is HOPE for homeowners in distress! Know your options!
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