You Don't Need That Much of a Down Payment

Consumers believe they need 11 percent to 15 percent in order for lenders to approve them for a loan, aaccording to a survey of renters and non-home-owners



But in reality, home buyers often can qualify for a conforming, conventional mortgage with a down payment of as little as 5 percent — and sometimes even 3 percent 







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Neal Paskvan is a full time Realtor specializing in Downers grove, Darien,Woodridge, Westmont and Du page county Real Estate

Baird & Warner goes big on neighborhood focus with StreetAdvisor | Inman News

Baird & Warner Inc., the Chicago area’s second-largest brokerage, has released a new version of its website featuring a vast, new neighborhood section complete with in-house videos, professional write-ups, and neighborhood info and ratings powered by StreetAdvisor.







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Neal Paskvan is a full time Realtor specializing in Downers grove, Darien,Woodridge, Westmont and Du page county Real Estate

Kitchen remodel cost: Where to spend and how to save

http://www.today.com/home/kitchen-remodel-where-spend-how-save-2D79749253 While no renovation adds as much equity to your home or is likely to be more enjoyed, kitchen remodel costs can get out of control quickly. When it comes to remodeling your kitchen, check out where experts suggest splurging — and where you can cut some corners.