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The real estate market continues to thrive during COVID-19 with the lowest interest rates on mortgages and home equity lines of credit that we've seen in years if not ever during our lifetime(s). As rates continue to fluctuate there is a flurry of activity in the residential market. 
 
Matthew Graham, the chief operating officer at Mortgage News Daily states “I think rate levels will be directly ...

As the State of Illinois continues to reopen after nearly a three-month shutdown in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many questions are being asked regarding potential protections available to renters who have faced financial hardship as a result of the pandemic. Both Illinois and the City of Chicago have proposed guidelines to tenants that have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. Sherwood ...

Sherwood Law Group and its attorneys are constantly updating its clients during these uncertain times as the nation responds to COVID-19. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have a new reality within real estate acquisitions and sales from contracts to closings. Below is an up to date breakdown where we explain how virtual tours, social media showings, and drive-up closings are the new tre...

Sherwood Law Group and its attorneys are constantly updating its clients about their rights during these uncertain times and in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. So, what are your rights as a landlord or tenant in regard to the “coronavirus” and a pandemic? Below is a breakdown and summary where we try to answer those questions. As always, for questions or inquiries do not hesitate to contact ...

Now it becomes even more important to have a qualified real estate transactional attorney for your closings and experience litigation expert if issues arise post-closing.

The Illinois Supreme Court recently eliminated the consumer protection for homeowners seeking financial remedy against subcontractors for defective construction. On December 28, 2018, the Supreme Court found in Sienna Court C...

We have all had that dreadful experience of living in an apartment that turned out to be way worse than anticipated. You thought you had the perfect apartment until you start experiencing issues. Issues with safety, health, and quality of the use and enjoyment of the unit are some examples where Tenants often find that their “perfect” apartment is riddled with issues and concerns. However, once...