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Facing foreclosure? Here are some possible alternatives
Facing foreclosure? Here are some possible alternatives

29 Jun 2019

Chances are, your Illinois home is one of your most valuable assets, and you may find yourself feeling uneasy and stressed out if anything threatens…READ MORE

A closer look at the defining points of your real estate contract
A closer look at the defining points of your real estate contract

2 Jun 2019

Whether you are preparing to purchase your first home in Illinois or have just finished the preparations for buying an additional property, understanding the contract…READ MORE

Planning and being proactive can help you pay mortgage
Planning and being proactive can help you pay mortgage

27 May 2019

When you are signing the closing documents for your home, you cannot help but feel proud and excited about your future in your new place.…READ MORE

Will your foreclosure destroy your financial future?
Will your foreclosure destroy your financial future?

19 May 2019

Building your financial foundation and planning for your future requires consistency and regular monitoring to identify areas where you can improve to prevent debt. However,…READ MORE

Can an unsecured creditor collect debts when you sell your home?
Can an unsecured creditor collect debts when you sell your home?

4 Jan 2019

If you plan to sell your Illinois home for a profit so that you can pay off any outstanding debts you have incurred, you may…READ MORE

Who can put a lien on my home?
Who can put a lien on my home?

4 Dec 2018

If you try to sell your home in Illinois, you may run into trouble if there is a lien on it. A lien is a…READ MORE

Can you get a property lien removed?
Can you get a property lien removed?

28 Aug 2018

For one reason or another, you have a lien on your property. While a seemingly small issue at first, liens can actually be quite the…READ MORE

Deciding if selling your home is right for you
Deciding if selling your home is right for you

20 Aug 2018

You have toyed with the idea of selling your home in Illinois, but you cannot decide if the decision is right for you. Selling your…READ MORE

Tips for successfully borrowing money for your home
Tips for successfully borrowing money for your home

14 Aug 2018

You are just beginning the process of buying your first home in Illinois. You are excited at the thought of being able to own some…READ MORE

Technology is changing the way the real estate market functions
Technology is changing the way the real estate market functions

26 Jun 2018

Over the years, the way that people buy and sell property has become exponentially more efficient and effective as newer methods of transferring property have…READ MORE

What do I do if a neighbor encroaches on my property?
What do I do if a neighbor encroaches on my property?

1 Jun 2018

Neighbors can often be great. In fact, you can make life long friendships just by getting to know your neighbors. However, other times, neighbors can…READ MORE

Do I have to let my neighbor drive across my property?
Do I have to let my neighbor drive across my property?

21 Feb 2018

If you have recently purchased an acreage in Illinois, and a neighbor has an access road across the property, you may wonder if you have…READ MORE

Before signing a commercial lease
Before signing a commercial lease

2 Jan 2018

Committing to a location is a major factor for business owners in Illinois. Even when someone finds the storefront that has the right foot and…READ MORE

What is and is not covered by title insurance
What is and is not covered by title insurance

8 Nov 2017

When making a real estate purchase in Illinois, a buyer receives the title that proclaims him or her the new owner and the recipient of…READ MORE

For sale by owner: Considerations to make
For sale by owner: Considerations to make

31 Jul 2017

If you are putting your house up for sale, you may feel completely confident about it. However, at Essig Law Office, we often work with…READ MORE

What is the eviction process in Illinois?
What is the eviction process in Illinois?

30 May 2017

As with most states, Illinois has very specific laws about eviction. If you live in a rental, your landlord must follow the guidelines set by…READ MORE

What is a short sale?
What is a short sale?

18 Apr 2017

Perhaps as you are looking for a new Illinois home to purchase, you have come across something called a short sale. A short sale, as…READ MORE

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