Joanne DeSanctis Kirk Real Estate

Joanne DeSanctis Kirk Real Estate Real Estate Broker in Chicago with

Happy Thanksgiving! As Inget older I better understand the importance gratitude, especially as I experience years that ...
11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving! As Inget older I better understand the importance gratitude, especially as I experience years that hold more peaks and valleys. May we be ever so appreciative of the peaks, while we continue to find both the lessons and the blessings in those lower moments

Welcome to Abbynormal Road.......
10/30/2023

Welcome to Abbynormal Road.......

And what a beautiful Fall thisnis turnoug out to be. Always my fave season, and Chicago is showing off its gorgeous tree...
10/25/2023

And what a beautiful Fall thisnis turnoug out to be. Always my fave season, and Chicago is showing off its gorgeous tree lined streets. A hood reminder to pause and take it all in at the next stop sign

New listing in the heart of Lincoln Park at 825 West Altgeld. Check out this totally unique duplex up with a private bon...
10/20/2023

New listing in the heart of Lincoln Park at 825 West Altgeld. Check out this totally unique duplex up with a private bonus suite. Open Sunday the 22nd from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm. 4 beds and 4 full baths , listed at $1,100,000

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Just listed. A perfect space in the Gold Coast. Ideally located at 10 East Delaware. Large one bedroom with a den, could...
09/20/2023

Just listed. A perfect space in the Gold Coast. Ideally located at 10 East Delaware. Large one bedroom with a den, could be used as second bedroom, in a full amenity, boutique building. Check out the link in my bio for more information

For all the vintage lovers!!!! Just listed in Historic Buena Park. A gorgeous renovation that combines the best of old...
09/15/2023

For all the vintage lovers!!!! Just listed in Historic Buena Park. A gorgeous renovation that combines the best of old and new. A rare home that can accommodate warm and comfortable family living as well as grand scale entertaining. Hit me up for more details. or check out the link in my bio

It starts with curb appeal! And now it’s time to spruce up for spring. Here are 10 ways to put the “appeal” in curb app...
04/29/2023

It starts with curb appeal!

And now it’s time to spruce up for spring.

Here are 10 ways to put the “appeal” in curb appeal:

🌿 Pressure wash your sidewalk and driveway
🌿 Wash your windows
🌿 Install solar powered landscaping lights
🌿 Clean your siding and shutters
🌿 Sweep debris and leaves from your front porch or stoop
🌿 Plant fresh flowers in your planters
🌿 Hang a spring wreath
🌿 Clean and dust outdoor seating
🌿 Refresh your flower beds and landscaping
🌿 Clean outdoor light fixtures

Is your home ready for spring? “YES” or WORKING ON IT!

Change! It’s the only thing guaranteed in life, right? And that’s especially true for interest rates. But here’s what I ...
04/27/2023

Change! It’s the only thing guaranteed in life, right?

And that’s especially true for interest rates.

But here’s what I want you to know: even though rates seem high right now (hovering at 7%, we’re still ahead of the average historical rate of 7.75%.

And *well* ahead of the all-time high rate of 16.63% in 1981.

Is now the right time for you to buy a home? That depends on a lot of factors (not just interest rates).

So DM me if you want to chat about your real estate goals!

What would you do in this situation? Someone knocks on your door and makes you an offer on your home.The only problem? I...
04/24/2023

What would you do in this situation?

Someone knocks on your door and makes you an offer on your home.

The only problem? It's not actually for sale!

This happens more often than you'd think in a low-inventory market, many times it is a letter you receive through the mail or slipped under your door. So here's what I tell my clients:

✅ If you are open to the offer, it's best to seek a professional opinion on how much your house is worth.

Hiring an agent to review the offer and negotiate for you protects you from accepting a lowball offer, even if it sounds like a big number initially.

🚫 If you don't want to sell, just be honest and direct! The best way to avoid an awkward situation is by being honest about why you don't WANT to sell your home.

What would you do if this happened to you? 💬 Let me know in the comments!

The weekend is coming and I'm spotligting another outstanding business.I mentioned them earlier in the week, but really...
04/21/2023

The weekend is coming and I'm spotligting another outstanding business.

I mentioned them earlier in the week, but really deserves their own spotlight! Regaiia hit it out of the park, from the outstanding food, friendly and knowledgeable service, to the great wine list.

And bonus.....they are open on Mondays!!!!! So make your reservations and go discover this gem for yourself.

This is why it matters. A lot of people assume that realtors are in this business to make loads of money or become the n...
04/20/2023

This is why it matters.

A lot of people assume that realtors are in this business to make loads of money or become the next cast member on Selling Sunset, but that’s not me.

I became a realtor almost by accident......My husband and many people who knew me enouraged me to get my license for years and I was always resistant. I had been a stay at home mom for a number of years and while I was thinking about what my next act would be, and at home real estate dominated our conversaitons (my husband is a builder and together we've renovated a few of our own residences as well as done some spec homes), I just never saw myself "selling". After a few more years of encouragement I took the steps to get licensed thinking I would just sell the projects my husband and I did. I was engaged in the class, passed the test, came home and said I was joining a brokerage, and the rest is history. Real estate "sales" for me is not at all about selling, it is really about guiding. I see my role as guiding my clients smoothly through a process that can be confusing and overwhelming, even in a balanced market.

To me being a Realtor is all about the people, and the places where they create their stories, not about the property

Why do you do what you do? What do you love most about your career? Let me know in the comments!

Just a daily dose of Spring
04/20/2023

Just a daily dose of Spring

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