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Brenda Richardson

    About Me

    Brenda Richardson is an award-winning journalist whose work has appeared in Forbes, the Washington Post, Chicago Tribune and other media outlets. She is the former real estate editor at the Chicago Tribune and the author of a recently published book on the history of River North, a dynamic Chicago neighborhood that went from rags to riches.

    Latest Stories

    The White House Is Making It Cheaper to Buy a Home with an FHA Loan
    Real Estate
    Here’s what to know about the decision from the Biden administration.
    Brenda Richardson
    May 12, 2023
    Everything to Know About Selling Your Furniture and Decor to Your Home's Buyers
    Real Estate
    From curtains to rose bushes, here's where they fall on the spectrum of fixtures to personal property.
    Brenda Richardson
    Oct 16, 2022
    I'm a Boomer and I Don't Want to Downsize — Here's Why
    To me, there's really no place like home.
    Brenda Richardson
    Aug 2, 2022
    The 6 Trees Real Estate Experts Say Add Curb Appeal to Your Yard
    Everybody loves a good Japanese maple.
    Brenda Richardson
    May 24, 2022
    A Stager, Contractor, and Real Estate Agent Explain How They'd Update a Door
    Here's how they'd take it from outdated to modern.
    Brenda Richardson
    Mar 20, 2022
    These Are the Things Second-Time Homebuyers Say New Buyers Shouldn’t Stress Over
    Don't sweat the small stuff.
    Brenda Richardson
    Feb 13, 2022
    Here’s How the White House Is Attempting to Help With the Housing Shortage
    The Build Back Better Bill has provisions for new homebuyers.
    Brenda Richardson
    Jan 21, 2022
    5 Things You Should Never Say When Viewing a House for Sale
    Loose lips sink sales.
    Brenda Richardson
    Jan 9, 2022
    5 Black Friday Shopping Tips for New Homeowners
    In order to score the best bargains, use these tips to ensure you're shopping strategically.
    Brenda Richardson
    Nov 24, 2021
    Hoping to Become a Homeowner Soon? Here’s What You Should Budget for
    Beyond your mortgage, that is.
    Brenda Richardson
    Sep 24, 2021
    The 4 Most Common Misconceptions Renters Have About Homeownership
    Move past these common myths to decide if buying a home is right for you.
    Brenda Richardson
    Aug 30, 2021
    The First Step You Need to Take to Hire a Real Estate Agent
    You can't just pick any agent.
    Brenda Richardson
    Jul 4, 2021

    Latest Stories

    Real Estate Agents Want You to Do These 3 Things When Making an Offer on a Home
    Especially in this red-hot market.
    Brenda Richardson
    Jun 13, 2021