Hofman on Homes: Insights on the North Shore Real Estate Scene

Here are a few great ways to celebrate Halloween this year:   HIGHLAND PARK Trick or Treat Hours - 3:00pm-7:00 pm BARK-O-WEEN Charity Pet Costume Contest, Trick or Treating, and Halloween Party WHEN: Saturday, October 30, 4:00pm-7:00 pm WHERE: Port Clinton Square, Highland Park, IL COST: $10 in a...

I've heard the stories and the warnings about how the Internet is pretty much unpoliced and anyone can write anything they want, anytime, about you. And it's out there, forever.  I never worried about it. But today I went on to my Yelp profile just for kicks, and, lo and behold, a negative review...

Just Listed! Highland Park, IL Ranch Home   2679 Oak Street - Backyard This expansive, 3 bedroom/3 bath hillside ranch in east Highland Park is the perfect retreat for work or play! The newer 600 square foot deck wraps around the upper level of the home creating a unique 2 level entertaining spac...

    1486 Concorde Circle, Highland Park, IL This simply gorgeous Chantilly 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath  home has just been reduced from $319,000 to $287,500! It's a fabulous value for a completely updated, picture-perfect end unit. This home boasts hardwood floors, extensive use of crown molding, chair...

Using Scents to Sell Your Home - Does It Make Sense? Image by Express Monorail via Flickr Don't underestimate the power of scent in your home if you're trying to sell. The article below, by Mary Umberger and featured in today's Chicago Tribune, explains how scents are part of the backdrop and cou...

2385 Woodpath, Highland Park, IL This graceful east Highland Park gem is perched at the end of a quiet street in an incomparable setting:  breathtaking ravine views plus ample table land. A classic and elegant colonial, it boasts 5 bedrooms, 3.1 baths and so many wonderful features! Large, open ...

Here is a recap of the September housing market in Highland Park:   Sales and Inventory: Property sales were UP for the month of September - 19 homes sold vs. 15 a year ago. However, compared with August sales, the numbers were down: 23 Highland Park homes sold last month. The total number of hom...