Chicagoland home sales up 33 percent over '08Chicago area year-over-year sales were up for the fourth consecutive month in October, a whopping 33 percent higher than in October 2008.

Ten tips to save energy costs

Looking for fast, free ways to save on energy around the home this winter? According to Tom Kraeutler, host of the nationally-syndicated home improvement radio show, The Money Pit, there are many common-sense things you can do everyday in your home to lower energy bills.

Will tax credit extension help the real estate market? Is it enough to keep the momentum going? In talking with several area Realtors, I heard some cautious optimism – with the emphasis on the cautious part. No one wants to look a gift horse in the mouth, but you’re not hearing shouts of joy yet, either.

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Checking home's security online

This holiday season, many travelers will be able to keep a close eye on home. Thanks to new security system technology, including live video feed, you can monitor everything from the front door to the sump pump from hundreds of miles away.