What Real Estate Investors Should Know Before Hiring a General Contractor

Hiring a general contractor is one of the more consequential decisions a real estate investor makes on any project. The contractor controls the timeline, the subcontractor network, and the quality of work. They also control how much legal and financial exposure lands on the property owner if somethi

Below Grade to Above Expectation: How Chicago and North Shore Homeowners Approach Basement, Bathroom, and Interior Remodeling

Remodeling projects in the Chicago area and along the North Shore span a wide range of scope and complexity — from routine interior maintenance that keeps a home in good condition, to full basement finishing that adds significant livable square footage, to bathroom renovations that transform one of

How AI may be messing with home prices

For most real estate professionals, the data aggregation capabilities of AI can enhance their expertise. But there are shortcomings.

Property Play: AI determining home prices

CNBC's Diana Olick reports on AI's growing influence on housing transactions for buyers and sellers.