The Anzalone Group

10/27/2025

Believer or skeptic, home buyer or seller, it’s important to know your rights when it comes to marketing a stigmatized home, as well as your legal responsibilities. Talk with your real estate agent, be honest with all parties involved, and check your state’s law if it's relevant.

In most states, the seller doesn’t have to disclose anything. For example, according to Massachusetts state law, whether the home “has been the site of an alleged parapsychological or supernatural phenomenon” is not a material fact that has to be mentioned in a real estate transaction. However...

10/09/2025

A week late on this one but another great night out last week with the boys. Momotaro is as good as a restaurant as you will find anywhere. I could eat there everyday…if I could afford that.

10/08/2025

Rent is now the largest expense for many of today’s college students — sometimes exceeding tuition.

“Home prices — and, by extension, rent — in many college towns have climbed so high they’re increasingly out of reach for students, faculty, and staff,” noted Daryl Fairweather, Redfin Chief Economist. “As home-sale prices rise nationwide, they push up rents because landlords often pass ...

10/03/2025

10/01/2025

Realtor.com and Zillow data show that in most metro areas, buying costs far more than renting, making flexibility and steady cash flow key considerations for older households.

For older Americans, choosing to buy or rent comes down to retirement savings and lifestyle. Downsizing, avoiding maintenance and keeping cash liquid are more important than building equity once you retire. With high mortgage rates, taxes, and home prices, renting is a more affordable and flexible o...

09/29/2025

From retro finishes to awkward layouts, this piece shows how yesterday’s style can become today’s red flag.

Thinking of flipping or holding long-term? This article breaks down which home features might hurt your bottom line — and how to spot them before they cost you.

09/17/2025

Every exit you choose can either lock in short-term profits or set you up for long-term wealth. The question is: Which path should you take?

Over the years, I’ve flipped homes for quick wins, prepped rentals for top-dollar sales, and leveraged 1031 exchanges to keep growing tax-deferred. And I’ve learned that your strategy at the exit is just as important as your strategy at acquisition.

09/10/2025

The number of millionaires opting to rent a home rather than buy one has soared — signaling a shift in how the wealthy think about investing in real estate.

“They don’t want to be bothered with the inconveniences of homeownership, which includes paying real estate taxes and insurance, especially in markets like Florida and California, where we’re seeing a lot of natural catastrophes.”

09/10/2025

I am always flattered to be included in articles about Chicago’s real estate market and especially when included with exceptional agents, including my new co-worker at Baird & Warner Jim Kinney. Thank you Crain’s and Dennis!

09/08/2025

Selling and buying a house at the same time can feel like a high-stakes juggling act, especially in today’s market, where high interest rates and steep prices have slowed sales to some of their lowest levels in three decades.

If you’re like most sellers, your worry isn’t just about finding a buyer; it’s about lining up the timing. What happens if your dream home hits the market before your current place sells? Or if your house sits for months, leaving you unable to move forward?

09/05/2025

First Thursdays at a french restaurant was a magnifigue idea. Great food. Huge laughs.

09/03/2025

Pending sales slowed between June and July, with housing affordability an ongoing hurdle for many potential buyers.

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.56% this week, down slightly from 6.58% the previous two weeks, according to Freddie Mac. This is the lowest that mortgage rates have dropped since October 2024, although rates have remained in a narrow and relatively stable range since February.