House-Flipping in Illinois - Where Are the Hottest Spots to Invest?

 Posted on May 23,2018 in DuPage County Real Estate Attorney

House-flipping has become somewhat of a trend in the United States - and for good reason. Financing options are more plentiful and far easier to obtain than they once were, and the housing market is finally starting to recover from the Great Recession. However, not all areas are profitable for investors. The following information can help point you into some of the hottest communities to flip in, and it provides you with details on what a seasoned real estate attorney can do to protect your investment portfolio and financial future. 

Chicago and Surrounding Cook County Areas

Of all the areas in Illinois, the most promising for flippers can be found in Chicago and the surrounding areas in Cook County. Experts say that investors are seeing as much as a 97.7 percent ROI, which is much higher than most areas in the nation. To break that down into dollar terms, the average purchase price for flipped houses is at about $88,500. Those houses have sold for an average of $175,000. While that is a decline of about 2 percent from last year (and thereby suggestive that opportunity in the market is slowly diminishing), homes can still be purchased at a deep discount in the area. 

Other Areas of Interest in Illinois

Most areas in Illinois continue to have a higher ROI than the national average. However, some areas throughout the state are more profitable than others. Lake County is one of the areas where investors are seeing the lowest ROI (47.8 percent). It also has a lower ROI than the national average. Yet investors are still making profits in this area - mostly because the savvy ones know you have to take the housing market block-by-block. Take the time to research the area. Know what houses are selling for in the neighborhood where you are thinking of buying, and analyze the trends for that specific area. 

Contact Our DuPage County Real Estate Lawyers for Assistance

While hiring a professional can cut into your bottom line on an investment, there are times when that added expense is worth the cost. The assistance of a seasoned real estate attorney is a prime example. Able to help with everything from performing your due diligence to negotiating better contracts, the right attorney could potentially save you thousands on your next deal. 

Stock, Carlson & Asso. LLC is backed by more than 40 years of legal experience. Our skilled DuPage County real estate lawyers will work hard to ensure you get the best ROI on your next transaction. Schedule your personalized consultation to get started. Call 630-665-2500.

Source:

http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-house-flipping-chicago-0602-biz-20160601-story.html