K Goodwin Realty

09/24/2026

Rates move. Decisions still made with a plan.

For the week ending Sept. 18, MBA's Market Composite Index—a measure of total mortgage loan application volume—fell 1.5%.

09/22/2026

Curb appeal that works year-round.

Get 8 to 10 Chicago front yard landscaping ideas that boost curb appeal with layered beds, evergreens, edging, hardscape accents, and low-maintenance plant palettes.

09/17/2026

More choices for buyers. Clarity for sellers.

Existing home sales slipped from a year ago in August (-1.2%) and dropped 2.0% from their July pace to a new 2026-low (3.98M) as high mortgage rates weigh on sales.

08/29/2026

Seven practical late-summer projects to help Chicago homeowners prepare for cooler weather while protecting comfort, curb appeal, and long-term value.

07/30/2026

Thoughtful design never goes out of style.

From colorful ceilings and canopy beds to biophilic design elements, here are the home trends interior designers wish they saw more of.

07/15/2026

A curated look at ten neighborhood summer events that highlight the best of Chicago living.

07/01/2026

May every home be a place of peace.

Health-obsessed homebuyers are splurging on cold plunges, saunas, and cryotherapy chambers. Real estate's biggest flex isn't just for the uber-rich.

06/18/2026

Summer Insight.

A brief look at the key trends shaping Chicago’s summer real estate market for buyers and sellers.

06/02/2026

Building continues.

U.S. construction spending increased more than expected in April, boosted by single-family homebuilding, though rising mortgage rates amid the war with Iran ​continued to cast a shadow over the housing market.

06/02/2026