Morris Living & Real Estate

Will the Housing Market Crash in 2026? Should You Wait for Lower Rates?

Published on: 22/10/2026

Two questions Morris and Grundy County buyers keep asking me: is the housing market going to crash, and should you wait for lower mortgage rates?

What I Say vs. What I'm Actually Thinking (And What It Means for You)

Published on: 23/09/2026

What I say at showings and inspections vs. what I'm actually thinking, and what it means for buyers and sellers in Morris and Grundy County.

Selling a Home in Grundy County, Illinois: What Really Happens Behind a "6 Offers, Sold Over Asking" Sign

Published on: 08/09/2026

Thinking about selling a home in Grundy County, Illinois? Here's what really happened when I sold a 5-acre Cape Cod in Verona over asking with six multiple offers & got under contract in just 4 days on the market.

Short Sales Are on the Rise. Here's What That Means If You're Behind on Your Mortgage

Published on: 13/08/2026

Short sale transactions are trending up nationally. Here's how a short sale compares to foreclosure and what to know before deciding.

Behind on Your Mortgage in Illinois? Read This Before You Panic

Published on: 07/08/2026

Falling behind on your mortgage in Illinois? Here's what actually happens next, and the options most homeowners don't know about.

What 26 Home Sales Taught Me About This Year's Market

Published on: 30/07/2026

26 closings in the first half of 2026 taught me a lot about pricing, negotiating, and what actually gets buyers and sellers to closing in Grundy County.