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Showing 20 first-time home buyer specialists in Evanston, IL
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Michael Di Giovanni / Real Estate Broker / Real Brokerage LLC
2822 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(773) 583-2274
michaeldigiovanni.com
The Julie Jensen Group - Baird & Warner
2926 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 409-4282
thejuliejensengroup.bairdwarner.com
Martin A Uthe Realtor, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
1821 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 322-5207
discoverevanston.com
Brian Sheu - Coldwell Banker Realty
1710 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 544-8207
thesheuteam.com
Julie Fleetwood Residential, Jameson Sotheby's International Realty, Realtor in Wilmette, IL
2934 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 902-2539
juliefleetwoodresidential.com
Kelley Hughes - Real Estate Broker, Coldwell Banker Realty
1710 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 691-7045
kelleyhughes.info
Karla Tennies Koziura | Lic Managing Broker | Realtor | Global Relocation | Developer
2926 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 372-8119
koziurahomes.net
Robert Casorio | Global Real Estate Advisor
2934 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(312) 961-8632
robertcasorio.com
Iwona Radon, Baird & Warner Real Estate
2926 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 370-4533
iwonaradon.bairdwarner.com
Robena Armia Realtor - Evanston, Illinois Real Estate Agent
1710 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(773) 744-8010
robenaarmia.com
Lauren Weiss , The Weiss Group Real Estate - Evanston + North Shore Real Estate
1821 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
(773) 677-5020
atproperties.com
Sarah Valle, Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
2934 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(312) 451-1321
Adamson Reedy Team, Baird & Warner Real Estate
2926 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 989-6076
adamsonreedyteam.bairdwarner.com
Debbie Mora Evans, Coldwell Banker
1710 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 644-6057
debbiemoraevans.sites.cbmoxi.com
Ken Dombrowski Chicagoland Realtor-Baird & Warner
2926 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 372-6367
kendombrowski.bairdwarner.com
What Does a First-Time Home Buyer Specialist in Evanston Cost?
Typical costs for a first-time home buyer specialist in Illinois include a commission paid by the seller usually 2.5 to 3 percent of the home price. Some specialists charge a flat fee ranging from 500 to 2,500 dollars. Mortgage broker fees can be 1 to 2 percent of the loan amount. Closing costs in Illinois average 2 to 5 percent of the purchase price. This is general information and not mortgage or financial advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by agent and case complexity. This is not mortgage or financial advice — consult directly with an agent for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a first-time home buyer specialist in Evanston?
A first-time home buyer specialist is a real estate agent or mortgage professional who focuses on helping people buy their first home. They understand Illinois programs like the IHDA Smart Move loan and can explain local Evanston market conditions.
What Illinois programs are available for first-time home buyers?
Illinois offers the IHDA Smart Move loan which provides down payment assistance up to 5 percent of the loan amount. The IHDA also offers a Mortgage Credit Certificate that gives a federal tax credit of up to 20 percent of mortgage interest paid each year.
How do I qualify for first-time home buyer help in Illinois?
You must not have owned a home in the past three years. Your income must be below certain limits which vary by county. For Cook County in 2024 the limit is around 100,000 dollars for a one or two person household. You also need a minimum credit score of 640 for most IHDA programs.
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