The average U.S. house is now worth more than it was at the peak in 2007, a high mark on the real estate recovery. According to the latest market information, the median home value in the U.S. is $198,000, 1 percent more than the year before and an increase over the peak price of $196,600 set in April 2007...

Rarely available 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home at Harbor Point. Panoramic views of Lake Michigan, Navy Pier, DuSable Harbor, Grant Park, and a stunning skyline. This home features a dramatic "on the curve" floor plan with neutral finishes. Amenities include: sun drenched pool and outdoor sundeck & patio with grills; an on-site grocery store, management office, and 24-hour door staff...

Experts still agree, if you are going to jump off the fence and buy, 2017 is the year to do so. However, with low inventory, you must have a game plan (and the stomach) to proceed. Of course, having the right broker representing you is critical, as well...

A shortage of for sale housing has driven down home sales in April, according to the latest numbers from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Total existing home sales fell 2.3 percent from March, though sales are still up over last April by 1.6 percent. Housing inventory is growing, it was up 7.2 percent to 1.93 million existing homes for sale, but it continues to fall short of demand.