It’s already a month into 2022!
We’re thrilled to introduce our readers to our February 2022 newsletter! We release our monthly newsletter in print, email, and right here on the blog. In this edition, we’re focusing on the buyers. Several of our segments, including our main article, Tips From The Experts, and, of course, Buyer’s Tip, focus on ways for buyers to improve their buying power. In our main article, we explored Credit Karma vs Annual Credit Report: Which is Better? The short answer? Neither! Both are great options for tracking credit scores. For more information, read our full blog post on the subject.
In that same vein, we have our Buyer’s Tip, which includes several tips for improving credit scores for buyers, so they can improve their buying power. An improved credit score will mean much better interest rates, and ultimately, much better monthly mortgage payments. Speaking of interest rates and monthly payments, in our Tips From The Experts, we break down monthly mortgage payments with consideration towards rising interest rates, and what that means as rates get closer to 4.0%.
Switching to our homeowners, we gave tips for winterizing their home for the harsh Chicago winter that we’re in the midst of. Don’t fret if you haven’t winterized yet. It’s still better late than never! Read our winterization tips here, and learn how to get a FREE weatherization kit from Nicor Gas.
As always, we have our Chicago Monthly Market Report, which we delve into much further in our blog post. See how Chicago fared in December 2021.
And now onto the fun stuff! If you want to do something sweet for your Valentine this Valentine’s Day, we got you covered! We have a delicious, and super easy, Chocolate Covered Strawberry recipe that can be made with only three ingredients. And if you’re looking for some cute homemade gift ideas for Valentine’s Day then check out our Editor’s Note segment, and blog post, where I (your friendly editor0 offer readers 6 thoughtful, but simple, gift options!
For the kids, we have our adorable coloring sheet that has plenty of sweet treats to be colored in. Our Creative Corner coloring sheet is printable and can be found right here!
How do you plan to spend this Valentine’s Day? Any big plans?
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About Gerardo Zavala, Realtor
There is a true passion for connecting people with real estate that makes me fall in love with my career over and over again. While my title says, REALTOR® I think I am much more than that. For example, I am present and actively listening to my client’s needs, on the spot when things are urgent, and by your side to say “congratulations.” Most of my clients will say that I am a connection away from support no matter the situation, day, or time. In my opinion, customer service, educating the client on progress and next steps, and overall satisfaction are my top priorities. How can I help you?
