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Introduction to Chicago, Illinois

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Organized in 1833, Chicago, also known as "the windy city", is the third largest city in the United States with a population well over

2.5 million people. Chicago is also the largest inland city in the United States. It is located in northeast Illinois, on the southwestern

banks of Lake Michigan. The Chicago metropolitan area has a population in excess of nine million people.

Chicago is ranked as the fifth "Most Fun U.S City" in a survey conducted in 2003 by Cranium Inc. Factors taken into account in the

ranking include: the number of sports teams, restaurants, dance performances, toy stores, the amount of a city's budget that is

spent on recreation, and other factors.

Chicago History

The area that was to become Chicago was first "discovered" in 1673 by Father Jacques Marquette, a Jesuit missionary, and

Louis Jolliet, a Canadian explorer and map maker. In 1779, Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, an African American from Haiti, built

the first permanent settlement near the present Michigan Avenue Bridge on the north bank. Chicago was incorporated in 1833 as

the Township of Chicago. Chicago became a city in March of 1837. At that time Chicago's population was just over 4,000 people

. Some notable dates and events in Chicago's history include:

• In 1860, the first national political convention held in Chicago nominated Abraham Lincoln as the Republican candidate for president.
• In 1865, the famous Chicago Union Stock Yard was completed. The Stockyard went out of business in 1971 and is now the site of an industrial park.
• On October 8, 1871, the Great Chicago Fire started. The fire lasted for almost two days and destroyed most of the city. 300 people died in the fire and 90,000 people lost their homes. Property loss was $200 million.
• In 1872, Montgomery Ward, the nation's first mail-order house opened in Chicago.
• In 1885, Chicago became home to the first "skyscraper", the Home Insurance Building, which was initially nine stories tall.
• In 1927, Chicago's first airport, the Chicago Municipal Airport, was completed. It was renamed to Midway in 1949 to honor those who fought at the battle of Midway during World War II.
• In 1973, the Sears Tower was completed. At the time it was the World's Tallest building. To this day it still holds the records for height to the highest occupied floor, and height to the top of the roof.

Chicago Arts and Culture

Chicago has a strong and vibrant arts community offering museums, performing arts, music festivals, and more. Some of the

more notable museums include:

• The Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
• The Art Institute of Chicago
• The Bronzeville Children's Museum
• The Chicago Children's Museum
• The DuSable Museum of African-American History
• The Field Museum
• The John G. Shedd Aquarium/Oceanarium
• Hands On! Children's Art Museum
• The Museum of Contemporary Art
• The Museum of Science and Industry
• The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum of the Chicago Academy of Sciences
• The Polish Museum of America
• The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum of the Chicago Academy of Sciences

For patrons of the performing arts, Chicago's notable attractions include:

• Broadway in Chicago
• The Chicago Opera Theater
• The Chicago Symphony Orchestra
• The Emerald City Theatre
• The Joffrey Ballet of Chicago
• The Lyric Opera

Chicago is also home to numerous music festivals, including: Celtic Fest Chicago, the Chicago Blues Festival, the Chicago

Country Music Festival, the Chicago Gospel Music Festival, World Music Festival: Chicago, and more.

Chicago Sports and Leisure

Chicago has plenty to offer to fill every sports fan's appetite. Chicago and the surrounding area is home to the following major

sports teams:

• Baseball - Chicago is one of only two cities in the United States that is home to two Major League Baseball (MLB) teams, the Chicago Cubs and the 2005 World Series Champion Chicago White Sox. For individuals who like Minor League Baseball action, the Midwest League's Kane County Cougars play an hour west of downtown Chicago in Geneva, Illinois. The Cougars are a Class A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics.
• Basketball - The National Basketball Association (NBA) Chicago Bulls, and the WNBA Chicago Sky.
• Football - The National Football League (NFL) Chicago Bears, and the Arena Football League (AFL) Chicago Rush.
• Hockey - The American Hockey League Chicago Wolves, and the National Hockey League Chicago Blackhawks.
• Soccer - The Major League Soccer (MLS) Chicago Fire.

As one would expect from its proximity to Lake Michigan, Chicago boasts a plethora of water-related and outdoor leisure-time

activities. In addition to its over 500 parks, the Chicago Parks District maintains over 30 beaches, 16 historic lagoons, nine

lakefront harbors, ten bird and wildlife gardens, and thousands of special events, sports and entertaining programs.

Navy Pier, located on Lake Michigan, just east of Chicago’s downtown, has long been a Chicago landmark and is a focus for

lakeside recreation. Navy Pier attractions include a unique collection of restaurants and shops in addition to excellent recreational

and exhibition facilities.

Another major waterfront activity is the annual Chicago Air and Water Show. It is the largest free event of its kind in the country

and happens late summer every year along the Chicago lakefront. The show is best viewed from North Avenue Beach.

Chicago "Must See" Attractions

Chicago has attractions too numerous to do justice in a simple list. Some of the more notable "must see" attractions include:

• The John G. Shedd Aquarium/Oceanarium, which offers the world’s largest indoor collection of aquatic mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.
• The Lake Michigan shoreline with its numerous beaches, lagoons, harbors, and Navy Pier.
• The Lincoln Park Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in the country.
• Millennium Park, a combination of architecture, sculpture, landscape design, and a sophisticated outdoor concert venue offering numerous events.
• The Sears Tower, the fourth largest building in the world.

Chicago at Night

A city the size of Chicago has just about everything to offer in the way of nightlife. For those interested in good food, Chicago is

famous for excellent steaks and deep dish pizza. Dining options abound from family fare, to ethnic cuisine, to the latest in trendy

restaurants. Some of Chicago's most interesting dining can be found in the area of Randolph Street just west of Chicago's Loop,

as well as a stretch of the south Loop, and on the Magnificent Mile.

For those looking for the music and nightclub scene, a city the size of Chicago has just about everything to offer. Chicago is

famous for blues and jazz, but offers just about every musical tradition. There are numerous nightclubs all over town, especially

along Halsted Street, Lincoln Avenue, and Clark Street on the North Side, as well as Chicago's famed "Gold Coast", the

neighborhood around the intersection of Rush and Division streets. Up-to-the-minute listings of happenings can be found in New

City and The Reader, as well as the Friday editions of the Chicago Sun-Times and the Chicago Tribune.

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material from:  http://www.americantowns.com    CHICAGO GENERAL POPULATION Total Population in Chicago, IL At the time of the most recent United States Census Survey, the number of people in Chicago, IL was 2,896,016. Chicago Male Population At the time of the last full census survey, the number of men in Chicago was 1,405,107, which represents 48.5 percent of the total for the community (The national average is 49.10%). Male Population, Married in Chicago, IL There are an estimated 459,488 married men in the town. 42.7 percent of men over 15 years old in Chicago are married, compared to the national average of 56.70%. Female Population The estimated female population in Chicago is 1,490,909 which is 51.5 of the total population (Compared to the national average of 50.90%). Female Population, Married in Chicago, Illinois There are an estimated 440,675 married women in the community. 37.4 percent of females over the age of 15 are married, compared to the national average of 52.10%.   AGE Median Age in Chicago, IL The median age of people living in Chicago, IL was 31.5 at the time of the last full census survey. (The United States average at the time was 35.3) At that time, the number of people under the age of 5 living in Chicago was 218,522. There were 2,136,176 people above the age of 18, which represents 73.8 percent of the entire population (compared to the national average of 74.30% ). 10.3 percent of the population (298,803) in the community was 65 years and over, compared to 12.40% nationally.   HOUSEHOLD CHARACTERISTICS Household Population in Chicago, IL The household population number in Chicago was 2,836,469. Group Quarters Population in Chicago, IL Group Quarters population in the community was 59,547. Average Household Size in Chicago, IL The average household size in Chicago is 2.67 (The average household size in the United States is 2.59). Average Family Size The average family size in the community is 3.5 (The average family size in the United States is 3.14).   HOUSING Total Housing Units in Chicago, IL At the time of the last census survey, there were 1,152,868 total housing units in Chicago. The number of occupied housing units was 1,061,928, or 92.1 of the total units in town. Of these, 464,865 were owner-occupied (43.8), and 597,063 were renter-occupied (56.2, compared to the national average of 33.80%). There were also 90,940 vacant homes in Chicago at the time of the last complete survey. Median Home Values in Chicago, Illinois The total number of single family, owner occupied homes in the community was 263,925, with a median value in dollars of 132,400. Monthly Owner Costs in Chicago, IL For homes with a mortgage, average monthly owner costs were $1,216 (national average was $1,088). For homes without a mortgage in Chicago, average costs per month were $369 (national average was $295).   EDUCATION High School Graduate or higher At the time of the last survey, 1,304,122 people in the community had a high school degree, or 71.8 of the population (compared to the national average of 80.40%). Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Chicago, Illinois 462,783 people in Chicago also had a Bachelor’s degree or higher, which represented 25.5 of the total population (National average was 24.40%).   MISCELLANEOUS Civilian Veterans in Chicago, IL The number of Civilian Veterans in Chicago was 156,662, or 7.3 percent of the total population (National average is 12.70%). Disability Status in Chicago, IL In 2000, there were 604,676 people in Chicago, IL listed as disabled. Foreign Born in Chicago, IL At the time of the last complete survey, there were 952,076 people in Chicago who spoke a language other than English at home. This represented 35.5 of the total population, compared to the national average of 17.90%.   LABOR STATISTICS Percentage In Labor Force in Chicago, Illinois There were 1,358,054 in the labor force in Chicago at the time of the last complete survey. This represented 61.3 of the total population, compared to the national average of 63.90%. Mean Travel Time to Work in minutes From the most recent complete survey, the average commute time to work for local residents in Chicago was 35.2 minutes, compared to the national average of 25.5 minutes. Median Household Income in Chicago, IL The median household income in the community at the time of the last survey was $38,625. The median household income in the U.S. was $41,994. Median Family Income in Chicago, IL In the last complete census survey, the median family income in the community was $42,724. Median family income in the U.S. was 50,046. Per Capita Income in Chicago, Illinois Per capita income in Chicago in the last full census was 20,175. Per capita income in the U.S. was 21,587. Families below poverty level According to the most recent survey,families living below the poverty line in Chicago numbered 105,752, or 16.6 percent of the population. The percentage of families in America living below the poverty line was 9.20%. Individuals below the poverty level in Chicago, IL Individuals living below the poverty line in the community was 556,791, or 19.6 percent . The percentage of individuals living beneath the poverty level in the country was 12.40%. material from:  http://www.americantowns.com/il/chicago-information

SHORT SALE VS. FORECLOSURE

Current or Future Employment
Foreclosure; Employers have the right and are actively checking the credit regularly of all employees who are in sensitive positions. A foreclosure in many cases is ground for immediate reassignment or termination. Many employers are requiring credit checks on all job applicants. A foreclosure is one of the most detrimental credit items an applicant can have and in most cases will challenge employment.
Short sale: A short sale is not reported on a credit report and is therefore not a challenge to employment.

Deficiency Judgment
Foreclosure: In 100% of foreclosure (except in those states where there is no deficiency) the bank has the right to pursue a deficiency judgment.
Short sale: In some successful short sales it is possible to convince the lender to give up the right to pursue a deficiency judgment against the homeowner.

Deficiency Judgment (amount)
Foreclosure: In a foreclosure the home will have to go through an REO process if it does not sell at auction. In most cases this will result in a lower sales price and longer time to sell in a declining market. This will result in a higher possible deficiency judgment.
Short sale: In a property managed short sale the home is sold at a price that should be close to market value and in almost all cases will be better than an REO sale resulting in a lower deficiency.

Future Loan with any Mortgage Company
Foreclosure: On any future 1003 application, a prospective borrower will have to answer YES to question C in Section 7 of the standard 1003 that asks "Have you had property foreclosed upon or given title or deed in lieu thereof in the last 7 years?" this will affect future rates.
Short sale: There is no similar declaration or question regarding a short sale.

Credit Score
Foreclosure: Your score may be lowered anywhere from 250 to over 300 points, typically affecting your score for over 3 years.
Successful short sale: Only late payments on mortgage will show and after sale mortgage will be reported as paid or negotiated. This will lower the score as little as 50 points if all other payments are being made. A short sale's effect can be a brief as 12 to 18 months.

Credit History
Foreclosure will remain as a public record on a person's credit history for 10 years or more.
Successful short sale is not reported on credit history. There is no specific reporting item for 'short sale'. The loan is typically reported 'paid in full, settled, paid as agreed'.



In Real Estate, a Short Sale - What is it?

A Short Sale is when a lender agrees to receive less than the original amount owed on the property, via negotiations, to be able to release the lien.
The Short Sale Process
The first step is to find out if a short sale is an available option for you.
Then the property is put into the market, and the Hardship Package is given to the lender.
When an offer is received it is submitted to the lender. If the lender approves the offer, the file moves to closing

The Seller's Benefits, The Buyer's Benefits
The homeowner can eliminate their mortgage debts without financing repairs for the purpose of the selling the property
The lender pays for commissions and closing costs.
The seller's credit report is not negatively affected by a foreclosure
Bankruptcy can be prevented.
The homeowner can stay on the property until the procedure is finished.
Buyers can buy property that has a below-market price. Also, the short sale properties are usually in better shape than foreclosure properties (don't need as many repairs).

Work with a Real Estate Agent, Broker
A short sale has the potential to become very complicated. Lenders prefer to deal with a realtor instead of with the buyer. As a real estate agent, I am very persistent and patient with the short sale, using my abundant amount of experience to make the process as smooth as possible.

There is no cost for professional representation! The lender covers the costs of the real estate commission. Make sure a qualified real estate professional is representing you!

Other things to know about short sales:
- The short sales procedure can and does vary from lender to lender.
- Seller will not receive any excess funds.
- Seller may not remain in the property after the sale even with permission of the new owner.
- Seller will not receive a refund of any escrow accounts.
- Seller may be asked to sign a note for the deficiency at closing.
- There can be no substitution or assignment by buyer.
- Even though a short sale is pending, the lender can still foreclose on the property
- Buyers must be patient because the short sale process can take several months.
REO, definition of REO - Real Estate Owned. Property which is in the possession of a lender as a result of foreclosure or forfeiture.
Foreclosure, definition of foreclosure - The legal process by which an owner's right to a property is terminated, usually due to default.
Definition: BPOs are often associated with foreclosures and short sales. A BPO, or broker price opinion, is a broker's opinion of the value of a property in the current market.

Make sure a qualified real estate professional  is representing you!

A short sale is not a regular transaction, and hiring an inexperienced Realtor you are risking foreclosure. Do not

make this mistake.

There is no cost for professional representation! The lender covers the costs of the real estate

commission.

Do not hesitate to call me for free service in Chicago IL and for more information, or if you have any

questions about listing and selling your short sale property in Chicago for free!

I don't charge any fees for short sale listing and service! In a successful short sale your bank pays for

the Realtor commission, attorney fees, title company fee, and any other closing costs.

Chicago, Illinois - Simply list and sell your short sale property for free!

But I'm not only a short sale specialist. I also work as a listing real estate agent and Realtor who works with

many types of transactions. So don't hesitate to call me for any questions you have. 773-520-1522

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WHY IS IT WORTH IT TO WORK WITH ME?

1.  I have over 20 years of experience working full time as a Real Estate Broker.

2.  I am a Licensed Real Estate Broker.

3.  I am a Certified Loan Originator.

4.  I am a Certified Distressed Property Expert.

5.  I work with the best law firms in area.

6.  I finished Law School at the University of Warsaw, which enhanced my negotiation skills with the law firms,  and real estate agents, and results in successful transactions.

7.  I am available any time, almost 24/7.

8.  I know that the online marketing  is key to real estate success. You can see my website on many front pages like Google, Yahoo, etc.

9.  I am the Top Agent Broker, with many satisfied clients!

10.  My Website is on the front of many sites, including:
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11.  I do not use other agents, teams, or assistants. Each of my clients is treated personally and with professional care, which combined with over 20 years of experience and collected certificates, causes former clients to eagerly return to me for business and to recommend me to their friends.

 

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