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real estate: Key Boxes, Key Smoxes. How to select your Realtor - 11/08/07 01:29 AM
Key Boxes, Key Smoxes.  How to select your Realtor
By Brian Ortiz, Realtor, Chicago IL
Chicago Real Estate
Here in the city of Chicago, in the city area, I would estimate at least 85% of all the Realtors personally show up to their listings to personally show the home.  These are the agents you … (4 comments)

real estate: 4630 N Beacon St., Chicago, IL 60640 - 03/05/07 02:28 AM

  
 
 
 
 
 
4630 N Beacon St., Chicago IL 60640, Chicago, Uptown, One bedroom condo
By Brian Ortiz, Realtor, Chicago IL
Chicago Real Estate
3rd floor front unit in a recently rehabbed vintage Uptown bldg. Soft loft finishes include exposed brick, hardwood floors, and custom made wood blind treatments throughout. Kitchen features updated appliances, maple cabinets, and … (11 comments)

real estate: Private Domain Name Registration -or- Length of Domain Registration - 01/29/07 07:52 AM
Private Domain Name Registration -or- Length of Domain Registration???
By Brian Ortiz, Realtor, Chicago IL
Chicago Real Estate
With regard to a Google Page Rank number, does anyone know if having my domain name privately registered has any effect on it? 
I previously had a nice Google Page Rank of 6, but made some … (4 comments)

real estate: 1338 W. Addison St., Unit 1, Chicago, IL 60613 - 01/24/07 06:45 AM
3 Bedroom / 3 Bath Duplex Condo in Chicago's Southport Corridor - NEW PRICE - $529,000
By Brian Ortiz, Realtor, Chicago IL
Chicago Real Estate
         
New price on this beautiful property in one of the best locations in the city.  Price reduced to $529,000.  In addition to the 2500 sq ft of … (7 comments)

real estate: OPEN HOUSE- This Saturday 01/20/07 - 3br/3ba Duplex Condo, in Wrigelyville / Southport Corridor - 12p - 3p - 01/18/07 10:42 PM
Open House- This Saturday 01/20/07 - 3br/3ba Duplex Condo in Wrigleyville / Southport Corridor - 12p - 3p
By Brian Ortiz, Realtor, Chicago IL
Chicago Real Estate
Looking for a great Chicago condo?  Come to the Open House this weekend located at 1338 W. Addison, Unit #1.  This 3 bedroom and 3 bathroom duplex … (1 comments)

real estate: 3279 W. Armitage, Chicago IL 60647 - 01/18/07 02:29 PM
 
Chicago, IL, INVESTMENT Opportunity, Chicago Area Real Estate
By Brian Ortiz, Realtor, Chicago IL
Chicago Real Estate
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3279 W. Armitage Ave., MIXED-USE Property Zoned C1-1
$449,500
MLS# 06462264
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Up and coming area in Humboldt Park.
DEVELOPERS DELIGHT!! GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY, AREA HAS LOTS OF NEW CONSTRUCTION. BUILDING EXTERIOR IN GOOD SHAPE. INTERIOR PERFECT FOR HANDYMAN, NEEDS UPDATING/TLC. 1 … (5 comments)

real estate: Photo of Chicago's Downtown Skyline, as viewed from Logan Square - 01/16/07 03:57 AM
Photo of Chicago's Downtown Skyline, Viewed from 3rd floor of Logan Square listing.
Posted by Brian Ortiz, Realtor, Chicago IL
Chicago Real Estate
I am babysitting one of my colleagues listings this week while they are out of town. 
By the way, it is a beautiful 1 bedroom condo in Logan Square.  Near California … (1 comments)

real estate: Do you like my Realtor BAT-BELT? - 01/15/07 11:42 PM
Do you like my Realtor® BAT-BELT?
By Brian Ortiz, Realtor, Chicago IL
Chicago Real Estate
                                                                                                        
Many, many moons ago I was an up and coming manager in the Hospitality Industry.  I worked for some of the higher-end hotels in Chicago.  It was common that some guests in the hotel were paying over $400 … (4 comments)

real estate: Mistakes to AVOID when buying a home - 01/09/07 06:57 PM
Mistakes to AVOID when buying a home
by Brian Ortiz, Chicago Real Estate
Chicago IL Real Estate 
Home buyers need to be very careful to protect themselves from these common mistakes made when buying a home:
Not studying insurance issues-  Be sure to purchase enough insurance.  Always consult with an insurance agent who can answer your … (2 comments)

real estate: Attention Home Sellers- Get your home ready for the market - 01/02/07 06:09 PM
Attention Home Sellers- Get your home ready for the market
by Brian Ortiz, Chicago Real Estate
Chicago IL Real Estate 
One of the the first steps in selling your home is ensuring it's ready to be on the market in the first place. Sometimes sellers rush their homes onto the market without properly preparing for the … (0 comments)

real estate: Tips for First Time Home Buyers - 01/02/07 04:05 AM
If you are currently in the market for your first home purchase, you probably have lots of questions. You are about to be making an important decision for your future, plus an investment of both money and time. I have solid experience helping first time buyers like you make sound, informed … (3 comments)

real estate: Determining the Market Value of a Home - 12/30/06 05:54 PM
You've decided to sell your home, so what is next? Pricing your home is obviously a key part of the home selling process. A home that is under-priced needlessly costs the client potential return. An over-priced home can remain on the market for an extended amount of time, forcing the seller … (0 comments)

real estate: Free advanced MLS search tools for Chicago home buyers - 12/30/06 05:12 PM
If you are currently in the market for a home, you will find my website an excellent resource. The site is continually updated with new and valuable information to aid in your decision making process.
The search feature allows you to filter thousands of listings based on characteristics that you select. You … (0 comments)

real estate: Considerations for selecting a Real Estate Agent - 12/30/06 01:22 PM
If you're considering buying or selling a home, selecting a real estate agent is the first important decision you will have to make. While there are many qualified real estate agents out there, it's important to decide on a professional who will understand your needs and individual preferences, someone who you … (1 comments)

real estate: Using the internet to sell your home - 12/30/06 01:04 PM
In today's real estate market, a good selling plan can truly excel when properly combined with current Internet technology. Modern homebuyers expect on-demand home shopping, and meeting that expectation is a crucial element of marketing a home. My website allows homebuyers to search and sort through thousands of listings to find … (0 comments)

real estate: Home Warranties- Helping older homes keep up with younger homes on the market - 12/29/06 10:30 PM
Home sellers who purchase a Home Warranty for the home being sold offer significant advantages to the eventual buyers. 
Purchasing a home with a Home Warranty provides the buyers with "peace of mind" should an unexpected repair to an appliance or major mechanical system be required.  Home Warranties are typically 12 to 13-month policies that … (4 comments)

real estate: 1338 W. Addison St., Unit 1, Chicago, IL 60613 - 12/22/06 06:16 PM
To see the flyer of this gorgeous home in full size, you can download it at:   http://marketing.remaxdesigncenter.com/30590/153359/153359.jpg
To see additional pictures, or to take a visual tour of this property please log on to my website, http://www.BrianOrtizProperties.com and click on my featured property.
Price recently updated to $547,000
To make an appointment to see this home … (8 comments)

real estate: I've been MEMED!! 2x in one day! - 12/22/06 01:42 PM
Well, I was double MEMED today.  Once from Blanca C., and once from Brett Mumaw. 
So... here are my 5 Things you may not know about me.....
First ever concert->  The Jackson 5, Michael Jackson Victory Tour (my parents took me, and all of you laughing know it was really cool at … (6 comments)

real estate: SEO = C-O-N-F-U-S-I-O-N for me. - 12/08/06 11:42 PM

I'm hoping some of the AR community can offer some suggestions for effective multiple domain name internet submissions.
I have been marketing, promoting and submitting my website, http://www.brianortizproperties.com/, for over 8 months now.  While my site traffic has been good, typically leading my office for the past two months, I realized, who is Brian Ortiz?  … (48 comments)

real estate: Real Estate Question of the Day for your Google Internet Desktop, if you use it... - 12/07/06 12:17 AM
I use the Google desktop as my default internet "homepage" whenever I open my internet every daily.  The Google desktop can be customized how you want it, from news, sports, email accts, etc. 
I learned a new feature today, it's free.  If you utilize the Google desktop like I do, this is a … (4 comments)

 
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Chicago, IL
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