• Didn't Qualify For The Chicago HomeGrown Grant?,Carmen Carter

    Didn't Qualify For The Chicago HomeGrown Grant?

    It's Not A No. It's A Not Yet. The buzz surrounding Chicago’s HomeGrown Grant has been undeniable. With up to $70,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance on the table, hundreds of aspiring homeowners across our neighborhoods have taken the leap to see if they qualify. It represents a life-ch

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  • The Buyer Gets $70,000. But What Does Chicago's HomeGrown Grant Mean for Sellers?,Carmen Carter

    The Buyer Gets $70,000. But What Does Chicago's HomeGrown Grant Mean for Sellers?

    Introduction When sellers hear that a buyer is receiving up to $70,000 from the City of Chicago, the first reaction is usually positive. More money sounds like a stronger buyer. But before accepting an offer involving HomeGrown funds, sellers should understand how the program may affect the transact

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  • Chicago HomeGrown Grant: The Realtor Survival Guide,Carmen Carter

    Chicago HomeGrown Grant: The Realtor Survival Guide

    By Carmen Carter, Managing BrokerCarter Realty Group The Chicago HomeGrown Grant may be one of the most exciting homeownership programs Chicago has introduced in years. It may also be one of the most misunderstood. As Realtors, we have a responsibility to understand how the program works beyond the

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