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Real Estate with Jake | May Newsletter
Buy | Sell | Rent | Invest |
| May is here, and with it comes warmer weather, longer days, and a real estate market in full bloom! Whether you’re ready to buy, sell, or simply explore your options, this is the perfect time to make a move. With more listings hitting the market and buyers eager to settle in before summer, the opportunities are plentiful. Strategic moves now can lead to smooth closings just in time to enjoy the season in your new home. Let’s make the most of this vibrant month—because in real estate, the right timing can make all the difference! |
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Let it grow—for nature’s sake! |
| Consider participating in "No-Mow May," a movement to pause lawn mowing to allow wildflowers and native plants to bloom. This provides critical food sources for early-season pollinators and gives your lawn a break before heavy summer use. |
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| The #1 Thing Sellers Need to Know About Their Asking Price |
| When you put your house on the market, you want to sell it quickly and for the best price possible; that’s generally the goal. But too many sellers are shooting too high right now. They don’t realize the market has shifted as inventory has grown. The side effect? Price cuts are on the rise, but they really don’t have to be. Here’s why. |
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| | Chicago's Memorial Day Parade honors all men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country. The Wreath Laying Ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. at Daley Plaza (50 W. Washington Street). |
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| | Rain or shine, prepare to be WOW’d by the fun and excitement of one of the country’s best loved treasure hunt fests and entertainment extravaganzas! |
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| Lifestyle Tips and Tricks |
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| 15 Secrets to Selling Your Home Faster |
| Great photos, fresh curb appeal and the right asking price are just some of the ways you can close a deal quickly. |
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49 Beautiful Outdoor Rugs for Every Style and Need |
| Make your outdoor space an inviting place to lounge by adding a pretty and practical rug. |
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| How to Design a Garden from Scratch |
| A beginners guide to gardening and landscape design from garden designer Angel Collins, who takes us through everything you need to know when planning a garden from scratch. |
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| Home Features That Will Increase the Value of Your Property |
| Pros weigh in on which home extras—from smart technology and pot fillers to garbage disposals—are truly worth your money. |
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| | 660 West Wayman Street, Unit 201B |
| 1 BD 2 BA 1227 SF $365,000 |
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| Under contract | Noble Square |
| 1446 West Chestnut Street, Unit 3 |
| 3 BD 2 BA 1688 SF $775,000 |
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| | | | | 5 BD 3 BA 3311 SF $525,000 |
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Thanks for reading and subscribing! Ready to achieve your next real estate goal? |
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| | Jake Tasharski
R.E. Broker M: 312.646.0284 O: 312.319.1168 jake.tasharski@compass.com |
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Compass is a licensed real estate broker. All material is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description or measurements (including square footage). This is not intended to solicit property already listed. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. |
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