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Should I Buy A Home Warranty When I Purchase My Home?

Gus Vlangos

Home warranties are a bit misleading in the way they make the home owner feel that “everything” is covered. It’s more like gap insurance and typically cover plumbing systems, appliances and the heating and cooling units.

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January 5, 2007 7:20 am • In: The Agent's Perspective

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Who Transfers The Utility Accounts Into The New Buyers Name?

Christine Clark

After purchasing a property, but before moving in, the buyer should research the local utility companies and sign up for new service at the new location, or transfer old service to their new address. The seller will transfer the utilities at the property out of his name, so it should be easy for the buyer to have them put in his or her name before moving in. We provide a list of local utility companies and contact information to make the transition easier for new buyers.

January 4, 2007 2:38 pm • In: The Agent's Perspective

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An Insider’s ‘Sidewalk’ Guide To Chicago’s Lincoln Park–Part 1

Geno Petro

This is the first in a continuing series of blog essays focusing on the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago. I happen to reside in this historic lakefront community and while a good portion of my real estate business is also conducted here, the purpose of this project is to simply provide an insider’s ’sidewalk’ perspective of this ever evolving Chicago ‘North Side’ demographic. Each essay will focus on a specific neighborhood theme. For instance, Lincoln Park has several ‘mini-neighborhoods’ within its boundries including Lincoln Park West, DePaul and Wrightwood Neighborhoods to name a few–each unique in its own way and with its own personal story.