Contingencies Simplified

Most real estate contracts have provisions called “contingencies,” which are intended to make the entire contract null and void if certain events occur. Contingencies are also sometimes called conditions. It’s like saying, “I will only go through with this contract if so-and-so events do or don’t happen.” Buyers or sellers can propose contingencies in order […]

A Brief Guide to Your Mortgage Options

According to some reports, in early 2020 the average home price in Chicago is $210,000 (approximately 5% below the national average). What could that mean for buyers?  One answer is that it is an exciting time to invest in real estate! Fortunately for Illinois homebuyers, there are many mortgage options available that make purchasing real […]

Auricchio Law Joins Commercial Real Estate Forum for a Roundtable Networking Event & Reception

Vince Auricchio again joined the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Commercial Real Estate Forum for a Roundtable Networking Event & Reception at the beautifully renovated Old Chicago Main Post Office, a nine-story-tall building in downtown Chicago. Historically, the original building was built in 1921 and the structure was expanded greatly in 1932 in order to serve Chicago’s huge volume of postal […]

Vince Auricchio Selected To The 2020 List As A Member Of The Nation’s Top One Percent By The National Association Of Distinguished Counsel

THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DISTINGUISHED COUNSEL Press Release Vincent Auricchio, of Auricchio Law Offices, LLC, has been selected to the 2020 list as a member of the Nation’s Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. NADC is an organization dedicated to promoting the highest standards of legal excellence. Its mission is to […]

The Pros and Cons of Buying an “As-Is” Home

When, for whatever reason, sellers are unable to make repairs or renovations on a property before putting it up for sale, they often designate it “as-is.” Perhaps they are in a rush to sell the home as quickly as possible. Perhaps they are ill or elderly and do not have the energy to organize repairs […]

Five Required Disclosures When Selling Property

When you are selling real estate in Illinois, you are required to disclose certain information to the buyer. This allows them to make a fully informed decision about whether or not they want to proceed with purchasing the property. Wrongfully withholding information can result in being sued by the buyer and you could be responsible […]

6 Things to Consider Before Signing a Residential Lease

Finding the perfect home or apartment to rent is always exciting. Once your application is approved and you’re given the lease to review, your head is probably spinning: Should the sofa face this way or that way? Should I hire movers or get a group of friends to help me? Will all my clothes fit […]

Auricchio Law Offices Co-Sponsors the Chicagoland Italian American Professionals (CIAP) Sicilian Wine Tasting

The Auricchio Law Offices was proud to co-sponsor the Chicagoland Italian American Professionals (CIAP) Sicilian Wine Tasting event at Natuzzi Furniture Company in the Clybourn Corridor shopping district in Lincoln Park, Chicago.  CIAP is Chicago’s premier Italian-American networking organization dedicated to promoting Italian business, culture, language and lifestyle. CIAP is where local Italian businesses can […]

Auricchio Law Offices Co-Sponsors the Crosspointe Christian Church Open Golf Tournament at Robinhurst Golf Club

The Auricchio Law Offices was honored to co-sponsor the Crosspointe Christian Church Open Golf Tournament at Robinhurst Golf Club.  All proceeds benefitted the Hilltop Food Pantry and The Caring Place, Inc.  The Hilltop Food Pantry provides resources, support, and advocacy for food insecure individuals.  The Caring Place, Inc. provides service and shelter for domestic violence […]

Wrigley Field Commercial Development Tour

Vince Auricchio and his colleague, attorney John Wood, recently joined the Chicago Association of Realtors’ Commercial Forum on a Wrigley Field Commercial Development Tour.  Each were provided insider access to both Wrigley Field and the new retail and multi-family properties in the area.  It’s hard to miss all the development and changes in and around Wrigley […]