# Nik Homes

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- [Selling To Veterans With Big Rebates - It is a Win-Win](https://nikhomes.com/2018/01/29/selling-veterans-big-rebates-win-win/): I am a U.S. Military on the Move trained agent.  Through this national program, Military members and their immediate families can receive a rebate based on the actual sales price when they buy or sell a home.  For your real estate needs here or in other areas of interest I can explore your options through... Read More →
- [How To Avoid Frozen Pipes During Illinois Extreme Cold](https://nikhomes.com/2017/12/29/avoid-frozen-pipes-illinois-extreme-cold/): As the Midwest deals with a vicious stretch of freezing temperatures, it is important to know how to avoid a messy (and costly) situation.  Illinois — and much of the Midwest — is in the midst of a deep freeze, with extreme cold and snow in the forecast. The National Weather Service is warning residents... Read More →
- [FOR SALE!!!](https://nikhomes.com/2017/10/21/6558/): 555 South River Road #306 DES PLAINES, IL 60016 $154,900     OPEN HOUSESun, Oct 22 @ 11:00AM 1 of 10 PRICE CHANGE MLS# 09755625 Residential – Attached Single Condo/Townhome/Co-op Condo BEDS: 1 BATHS: 1 Full SQUARE FEET: 900 GARAGE: Attached, 1 Car YEAR BUILT: 1989  Add to My Favorites Visit Property Website View Virtual Tour Add... Read More →
- [To Be Successful](https://nikhomes.com/2017/10/11/to-be-successful/): QUOTE People are often unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered; Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives; Be kind anyway. If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true enemies; Succeed anyway. If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you; Be honest and... Read More →
- [WHAT HAPPENS TO RENTERS WHEN A PROPERTY IS IN FORECLOSURE?](https://nikhomes.com/2017/10/02/happens-renters-property-foreclosure/): In some jurisdictions, if a lender forecloses on property, the owner must vacate property. However, tenants tend to have stronger rights, and will be permitted to stay in the property for a period of time. If this happened to you and you paid on time your rent, however landlord is collecting and not paying the... Read More →
- [What Additions Maximize Your ROI?](https://nikhomes.com/2017/09/20/additions-maximize-roi/): Deciding which home improvements add the most value to a property remains one of the biggest challenges facing both homeowners and real estate investors. Installing the right home improvements can maximize your return on investment (ROI). All too often, misconceptions result in terrible remodeling choices. Those implementing poor home improvements may fail to create additional... Read More →
- [Reasons You Should Hire A Property Manager](https://nikhomes.com/2017/09/08/6533/): One of the most difficult business dilemmas is whether to pay for a task you know you can do. Even though you can save some money by doing it yourself it is important to ask what you are giving up to do so. This is a popular question with rental property owners. Rental Property Management... Read More →
- [Selling a Home: How to Choose Between 5 Different Offers?](https://nikhomes.com/2017/08/27/which-offer-to-accept/): Selling a home? Which offer will you accept? When you put your home up for sale you will attract all types of offers. The most notable difference between these offers is normally financing, and how buyers intend to pay for their purchase. So what types of bids might you get? Which are the best choices... Read More →
- [How Credit Inquiries Affect Your Credit Score?](https://nikhomes.com/2017/07/11/credit-inquiries-affect-credit-score/): When you are shopping around for a mortgage you want to get the best rate, you might worry that having your credit checked by several lenders could hurt your credit score.  The good news is that most credit score calculations treat all mortgage as a single inquiry, as long as the inquiries are made within... Read More →
- ["She Shed" - How To Make Your Own "She Shed"?](https://nikhomes.com/2017/06/26/shed-make-shed/): Men need their space, but so do women. Every woman deserves a shed of her own somewhere to retreat for some privacy, to create or grow, to write or paint, or just to enjoy the view. Whereas man caves are usually a part of the house somehow part of a garage, she-sheds are typically situated... Read More →
- [How To Sell Your Property On Your Own?](https://nikhomes.com/2017/06/07/how-to-sell-your-property-on-your-own/): In the world of real estate, you often get what you pay for.  As tempting as it may be to save some money and sell your property on your own, you are typically better off selling it by using a professional, by hiring a real estate agent. However, there are certain times when the projected... Read More →
- [Just Listed - 4045 Timberlane Dr, Northbrook](https://nikhomes.com/2017/06/01/just-listed-4045-timberlane-dr-northbrook/): 3 Bedrooms plus 2 below grade and 2.5 Bathrooms Northbrook opportunity has been brought back to life w/ a balance of original character. Open concept living, kitchen and dining room have been tastefully updated and provide an amazing atmosphere for entertaining. Three bedrooms are perfect amount of space for a growing family. Plenty of storage... Read More →
- [Home Improvements: What Additions Maximize Your ROI?](https://nikhomes.com/2017/05/15/home-improvements-additions-maximize-roi/): Deciding which home improvements add the most value to a property remains one of the biggest challenges facing both homeowners and real estate investors. Installing the right home improvements can maximize your return on investment (ROI). All too often, misconceptions result in terrible remodeling choices. Those implementing poor home improvements may fail to create additional... Read More →
- [What Makes a Quality Rental Property?](https://nikhomes.com/2017/05/04/what-makes-a-quality-rental-property/): There is a lot that goes into finding the right rental property. Many newer to business investors think they can turn any property in a cash flowing rental property. The reality is that there are a handful of important features that influence just how strong the property will be. It is not enough to make some minor... Read More →
- [You Ought To Take Risk...](https://nikhomes.com/2017/04/20/got-take-risk/)
- [Buying a Home After Foreclosure: Get Prepared](https://nikhomes.com/2017/04/12/buying-home-foreclosure/): What do you need to get together in order to buy another home after a foreclosure? Those who have completed short sales and that were among the foreclosure victims should now be getting back to the point where they can qualify for mortgages for buying a home again. There is still a window of opportunity... Read More →
- [Have to Move? Should You Sell Or Rent Your Home?](https://nikhomes.com/2017/03/30/move-sell-rent-home/): Having to move, and fast, is a situation that is becoming more and more common, especially for many people finding jobs in hot spots like Chicago, or suburbs of North Shore IL, that need to relocate immediately. It’s creating a nerve racking dilemma being faced by homeowners from coast to coast; if you need to move,... Read More →
- [Five Factors That Impact Local Real Estate Markets](https://nikhomes.com/2017/03/22/five-factors-impact-local-real-estate-markets/): With all the constant news and information regarding the real estate market it is easy to get confused sometimes. One day you hear that interest rates are going up in 2017.  The next day you hear that there will be an increase in loan programs which will open the door for new buyers.  The reality... Read More →
- [Why To Buy A House Before You Sell](https://nikhomes.com/2017/03/10/buy-house-sell/): While the prospect of paying two mortgages for your current home in Chicago land area and a new property across the country may seem scary there are some definite advantages to buying a house before selling your current home, given your circumstances, and ability to finance two homes at the same time. Here are some considerations to... Read More →
- [Budget Friendly Ways to Increase Value of Your Home](https://nikhomes.com/2017/02/26/budget-friendly-ways-increase-value-home/): Adding value to your home does not necessarily mean subtracting from your bank account. There are several things you can do yourself, even on the smallest of budgets, which will improve the overall look of your home, while adding value at the same time. Here are a few favorite tips to help get you started:... Read More →
- [Chicago is Buyer's Market According to Zillow](https://nikhomes.com/2017/02/21/6316/): The strongest seller’s markets, according to a new report by Zillow, are clustered in California, while the strongest buyer’s markets dot the East Coast. “The overall recovery has been more robust in some markets, especially on the West Coast, with fast home value appreciation, strong job growth and solid income gains,” says Dr. Svenja Gudell,... Read More →
- [A Few Simple Things You Can Do To Improve Your Rental Property...](https://nikhomes.com/2017/02/14/6301/): Rental properties are all about finding the right tenants. Once you find tenants that truly enjoy your property you can expect the lease to go as smooth as possible.  To find the right tenant your rental needs to stand out from the crowd.  There is plenty of rental demand in most markets.  It is not... Read More →
- [Buying is Better than Renting: Cook County Highest Affordability](https://nikhomes.com/2017/02/06/6293/): Buying a home is more affordable than renting one in 66 percent of housing markets in the U.S., with Cook County, Ill., Maricopa County, Ariz. and Miami-Dade County, Fla. among those with the highest buy affordability, according to ATTOM Data Solutions’ 2017 Rental Affordability Report. Renting a home, to compare, is more affordable than buying... Read More →
- [Storage Ideas for your Small House or Condo Space](https://nikhomes.com/2017/01/30/storage-ideas-for-your-small-house-or-condo/): Repurpose an old trunk A great way to store items is to use a wood trunk. Not only are trunks stylish, but they also hide items that would normally be out and about, making a room cluttered. With a little work you can transform any trunk to match your room’s decor. Put it at the foot... Read More →
- [Home Design Needs to Cater To a Baby Boomer Client](https://nikhomes.com/2017/01/23/5-home-design-needs-baby-boomer-client/): The number of Baby Boomers ages > 55  is expected to grow over the next decade, and this is why you should know how to cater to this age group. President of Housing Design Matters in Jacksonville, Fla., offered ideas of how to design, remodel, and market spaces so that they would be more appealing... Read More →
- [Discover How To Take The Stress Out Of Selling Your Property](https://nikhomes.com/2017/01/16/6266/): As an investor your work is not done until you sell the property because the payoff only happens when you find an end buyer.  Getting to this point can be very stressful.  Your business may be in a holding pattern until you can unload the property.  This causes you to make decisions that you normally... Read More →
- [Ways to Boost Your Credit Score](https://nikhomes.com/2017/01/10/6262/): When is the last time you looked at your credit report? If you are even remotely involved in the real estate business the answer should be within the last thirty days.  If you are not on top of your credit report you run the risk of having to deal with unexpected issues when you least... Read More →
- [Tips For Staying Safe When Selling Your Home](https://nikhomes.com/2017/01/04/tips-for-staying-safe-when-selling-your-home/): Selling your own home without a real estate agent can seem like an appealing option, but there are various threats homeowners need to be aware of and protect themselves against.  Familiarize yourself with the necessary steps to protect yourself while selling your own home. With the housing market heating up in many parts of the... Read More →
- [Merry Christmas and Happy New 2017](https://nikhomes.com/2016/12/25/merry-christmas-and-happy-new-2017/)
- [You want to sell your home? Get Ready to Close](https://nikhomes.com/2016/12/11/want-sell-home-get-ready-close/): Congratulations! You’ve found a buyer for your home. Your thoughts are you are done. Right? You are not quite there yet. Earnest Money When the buyer makes an offer on your house and you accept, the buyer will write you a check for a deposit known as earnest money.  This is money you put forward that proves that... Read More →
- [Have to Move? Should You Sell or Rent Your Old Home?](https://nikhomes.com/2016/12/05/6245/): Having to move, and fast, is a situation that is becoming more and more common, especially for many people finding jobs in great hot spots like Deerfield, Lake Forest, Glenview, or Highland Park that need to relocate immediately. It’s creating a nerve racking dilemma being faced by homeowners from coast to coast; if you need to move,... Read More →
- [4 Ways to Stop Foreclosure on Your North Shore Home](https://nikhomes.com/2016/11/30/4-ways-stop-foreclosure-north-shore-home/): Foreclosure can be a terrible process that leaves your finances in shambles and your dream of home ownership ruined. Don’t let foreclosure happen to you – learn how to stop foreclosure on your North Shore home. If you’re facing issues out of your control that are causing you to miss your mortgage payments, you may... Read More →
- [Cape Cod or Cottage Homes](https://nikhomes.com/2016/11/22/cape-cod-or-cottage-homes/): Cape-cod style homes were built as early as the 1700 hundreds but their modern period of great success was in the first half of the 1900 hundreds. These are the modest but cute and comfortable family homes, typically with only one or one and a half stories and the second floor is actually converted attic... Read More →
- [Key Buzzwords to Sell Your Property Faster](https://nikhomes.com/2016/11/14/6185/): Want to make sure you’re marketing your home with all the right buzzwords to sell faster and for more money? Your listing details are more than a simple description of your house. They’re the key words and phrases that can help your home sell fast. Core Logic researchers analyzed over one millions listings in 2016, dissecting which words had positive... Read More →
- [Single-Family Rentals on the Rise](https://nikhomes.com/2016/11/07/6157/): People are trading homeownership for rental properties in large numbers. For the last decade the number of renter households has been on the rise. A Housing Vacancy Survey found that between 2005 and 2015, the market experienced its largest 10-year increase since 1965 with 9 million households entering the rental market, bringing the total number... Read More →
- [Open House Sunday, November 6th 12-2pm](https://nikhomes.com/2016/11/05/open-house-sunday-november-6th-12-2pm/): Welcome home. Beautiful updated freshly painted throughout, bright 2 story, 3 bedrooms and a loft, 2.1 bath in desirable Cobblewood subdivision backing up to a delightful pond view. Wonderful floor plan for entertaining. Large foyer with elegant stone entry. Refinished cherry hardwood floors on 1st floor. Eat-in kitchen with 42″ cabinets, granite countertops and SS... Read More →
- [Signs You Need a New Roof](https://nikhomes.com/2016/10/31/signs-need-new-roof/): What are some signs that you may need a new roof? Your home’s roof can suffer extensive wear and tear from being exposed to years of sun, rain, wind and other harsh weather conditions. However, it can be difficult for a homeowner to judge when a roof is at the end of its useful life,... Read More →
- [What is Latest on Using Small Drones for Commercial Purposes?](https://nikhomes.com/2016/10/26/what-is-latest-on-using-small-drones-for-commercial-purposes/): What do federal laws say on using small drones for commercial purpose? The federal rules governing the flight of drones, became effective on August 29, 2016 and will be administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).  Generally, rules permit commercial operation of small drones weighing 55 pounds or less during daylight hours not higher than... Read More →
- [Open House 10/23 12-2PM](https://nikhomes.com/2016/10/21/open-house-1023-12-2pm/): 1205 Stratford Place, Northbrook Beautiful updated colonial! Great location in Huntington subdivision with amazing yard that backs to Sportsman’s Golf Course. Stunning newly remodeled kitchen with granite counters & island,tile back splash, custom cabinetry,decorative chandelier with SS appliances. Spacious family room with fireplace,hardwood floors & sliders to the huge landscaped yard and patio. First floor... Read More →
- [Chicago North Shore - How to Find a Buyer?](https://nikhomes.com/2016/10/17/how-can-you-find-a-buyer-in-the-chicago-north-shore-real-estate-market/): How can you find a buyer in the Chicago North Shore real estate market? With all the talk about outrageous bidding wars and shortage of inventory in the news, you might not think selling a home in Chicago North Shore would be much of a challenge. After all, the Chicago North Shore market is most... Read More →
- [Is it too Late in the Foreclosure Process to Save My Home?](https://nikhomes.com/2016/10/10/is-it-too-late-in-the-foreclosure-process-to-save-my-home/): The foreclosure process that homeowners are finding themselves in today is incredible stressful and frightening. Many may find that they have even fewer options now than they did a few months ago. While there are always new foreclosures being filed across the country, some homeowners have been procrastinating. Some thought help would fall out of... Read More →
- [Sell Your Property for Maximum Return](https://nikhomes.com/2016/10/05/sell-property-maximum-return/): There is a lot that goes into flipping a property. Not only do you have to acquire it at a price that works for you but also, you need to put the right amount of work into it.  There are many investors who are disappointed in their results because they fail to see the end... Read More →
- [Choosing Best North Shore / Chicago Realtor](https://nikhomes.com/2016/09/20/choosing-best-north-shore-chicago-realtor/): How do you choose the best North Shore/Chicago Realtor for selling your home? Who will make the best ally and representative to help you? Will you benefit from the best real estate agents or Realtors? There are many North Shore / Chicago Realtors to choose from and they certainly aren’t created equal. It can be hard to tell... Read More →
- [What Makes a Good Real Estate Deal?](https://nikhomes.com/2016/09/13/makes-good-real-estate-deal/): This is the million-dollar question: “what is a good deal“? While a good deal can make you a million bucks in some cases, a bad deal can also lose a lot of money as well. There is no one answer to this question, but here are some commonalities that we can look at: Motivation is... Read More →
- [Tips to Sell Your Chicago Home Fast](https://nikhomes.com/2016/08/30/6009/): How can you sell your Chicago home fast? Many homeowners are facing foreclosure, tired of the burden of negative equity, need to relocate, or just need to sell their current Chicago home fast in order to capitalize on the market. However, what can they do to ensure it gets sold quickly? Foreclosures are dropping, home values... Read More →
- [Home Improvements That Require Building Permit](https://nikhomes.com/2016/08/23/home-improvements-require-building-permit/): Which remodeling items do need to have permits? Why do permits even exist? How are many real estate investors sabotaging themselves by ignoring the importance of this piece of paper to their profits? Home Remodeling Projects that Require Building Permits Home Improvements and Renovations Projects which often require permit approval include: Aesthetic changes to the exterior... Read More →
- [Selling Your House When Joint Owners Won’t Cooperate](https://nikhomes.com/2016/08/16/selling-house-joint-owners-wont-cooperate/): Can you still sell your house when there are other owners that you aren’t in touch with or may not want to cooperate? This scenario has become an increasing problem for many U.S. homeowners in the wake of the last 7 years. Properties have changed hands multiple times, people have been added onto title deeds,... Read More →
- [Missing Payments? Avoid Foreclosure](https://nikhomes.com/2016/08/09/missing-payments-avoid-foreclosure/): Are you behind on your mortgage and missing payments, you can avoid foreclosure. The foreclosure spiral begins when your loan payment becomes 16 days overdue. At that point, your mortgage lander will try to contact you to work out a repayment schedule to bring your loan current. If your first payment becomes 30 days delinquent... Read More →
- [Hard Money Loan](https://nikhomes.com/2016/08/02/hard-money-loan/): Key components when considering applying for Hard Money Loan Here is a guide of some of the key terms associated with a hard money deal: Loan to Value (LTV). LTV is the starting point of any deal whether you are dealing with a bank or a hard money lender. The LTV is the loan amount divided... Read More →
- [5 Basics "Must Knows' of Real Estate Investing](https://nikhomes.com/2016/07/26/5-basics-must-knows-real-estate-investing/): Real estate investing has exploded in recent years. Everyday there are thousands of new investors all across the country.  What many new investors fail to grasp is that real estate investing needs to be treated like a business.  Much like many other businesses there are a few basics fundamentals that are needed to be successful. ... Read More →
- [Welcome To Nik Homes](https://nikhomes.com/2016/07/20/welcome_to_nikhomes/)
- [Who Are We?](https://nikhomes.com/2016/07/20/who-are-we/): Nik Homes, is a professional, full service real estate home solutions company that buys and sells properties throughout Northshore and northwest suburbs. We specialize in buying distressed homes at a significant discount, and renovate and sell them to retail home buyers and landlords. Founded in 2015 by a husband and wife team Ivica and Mina... Read More →

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- [3 Reasons To Paint Window Trim Black](https://nikhomes.com/3-reasons-paint-window-trim-black/): Three Reasons to Paint Your Window Trim Black White may be the go-to paint color when it comes to interior trim, but opting for black on your windows can provide beautiful definition and change the entire look of a room.   BY EMILY A. CLARK Using Black to Define Your Windows White is almost always the... Read More →
- [Partner with us](https://nikhomes.com/partner-with-us/): Looking to buy wholesale properties or invest your hard-earned money with returns? Nik Homes has the experience, know-how, and infra-structure to offer you opportunities in your real estate investment endeavors, whether you are looking for a rehab project to work on OR an alternative to investing your money. We’re highly motivated, knowledgeable, ethical, and qualified... Read More →
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