Home Sweet Home Chicago

This week, Dan Richman is filling in for David on the last Home Sweet Home Chicago broadcast on WLS AM 890. Jill Van Riet is back to talk about when to sell your home, and if there is a spike in listings after divorce or separation after the holiday season. Tom Jahnke details what you should know before hiring an interior decorator and why quoting prices is important, while Steven Leahy gives you the game-plan to get out of debt with the IRS.

This week, Dave Rampage and Kelly Mickley of Executive Green Carpet Cleaning discuss how often you should have your carpet cleaned. The father/son team of Dykstra Home Services share how cleaning your vents can improve your quality of life. Plus, David celebrates his time at WLS-AM 890 and reflects on how the show is helping him fulfill his dreams.

This week, Amy Kite lays out why it's incredibly risky to use a friend or family member as your realtor. Tom Jhanke cautions listeners about using a cheap contractor to renovate your kitchen, and MegaPros Joe discusses how financing for some suppliers can be deceiving. Plus, Dave makes a major announcement about the future of the show.

This week, Doug Robinson joins the show for the first time to share how House 10 can generate an offer on your home in 24 hours. Ed with Comed details how he helped save an industrial customer of over $180,000 per yer. Realtor Donna Satler discusses whether or not to decorate you home for the holidays if your attempting to sell it. Plus, David and Joe reminisce about the past.

Jeremy from MegaPros details what you need to know before diving into a kitchen remodel and how things are much more difficult than perceived on reality television. Jill Van Riet discusses when to put your house on the market, and how there is no such thing as a bad time to list your home. Alan Hutchinson from HTmarket gives you all the details on how to transform a room into your own home theater, complete with seating, lighting, and projection screens.

Igor Murokh details how using regular cleaners to take care of your floors can actually wear them out sooner. Nick Crowder shares the simple yet detailed steps that a Comed Energy Efficiency Expert will take when you schedule an assessment. Plus, Dave Schlueter tells you what to do if you buy a house and the seller then refuses to move out, and a caller discusses how Hochberg saved him from a realtor who was behaving illegally.

This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago, David is joined by Amy Kite discussing a special estate sale and the advantages and disadvantages of using a friend to sell a home. Steven Leahy is back this week warning you of dormant second mortgages, Tom Jahnke from builder supply outlet is encouraging you to replace your faucets before the busy holiday season when expecting company.

The holidays are approaching quickly, and Gary Novel warns you about the ways that the shopping season can damage your credit score. Steven Leahy educates everyone on tax liens, and ponders selling his Cubs tickets for the upcoming season. MegaPros Joe claims to have the greatest credit score on the planet, and David and Steven get into a pronunciation war.

Cory Ambrose tells the guys how JC Restoration helped remediate a 100+ year old church for a Jordan Peele film. Roy Spencer discusses how the cold, wet weather can affect the foundation of your house and what you can do to prevent it. Comed's Energy Efficiency Program has saved their customers billions of dollars and Neal Latham shares how you can get a free assessment for your small business.​

This week, David and the guys discuss if it's normal for a contractor to continually raise their estimate mid-remodel, and how you can prevent that from happening. Credit expert Gary Novel calls in and shares 'the mix' that credit companies are looking for when building your credit score. Plus, with winter well on it's way, Mark gives some tips for helping to prepare your house for the cold.​

This week, Amy Kite debunks the myth that buying a home in the winter is a bad idea and Michael Houston shares why now is the time to take care of your roof. Later, Jeff Planz describes how MegaPros can make your shower or hardwood floors less slippery, and Byron and Sarah Andreas field a bevy of concrete questions.

David makes his triumphant return from Prague and has a warning anyone who is traveling abroad. Tom details why the cabinets at The Edge are truly better than the rest. What is the 'Basement Defender' and why does David's father-in-law love it so much?

While David is on his trip to Prague, Dan Richmond takes the reigns and runs wild with the guests. Janelle details how the weather changes are going to affect the bugs around your house. Tom shares how much easier and faster Builder Supply Outlet makes it to install a new door in your home. Plus, the group discuss how the rise of internet shopping has impacted their businesses.

David and Jeff discuss how slippery floors can cost you at your business and in your home. Michael and Greg detail the steps you need to take to install solar panels when you put up a new roof. Donna gives her opinion on the best time to buy a house, and shares a story of a client who asked for a ridiculous closing gift. If you're selling your home, is it better to invest in a new roof or in an upgraded kitchen?

This week, Amy Kite and Dave Schlueter cover the most important things you should know about inherited property. David gets heated about property taxes and opens up an exploratory committee for a possible run for School Board President. Greg Ethridge updates you on how long the current solar energy tax incentives will be in place. Plus, an homage to the person who drove his car through Woodfield Mall.

David shares a story about how a certain rocket-loving mortgage company almost screwed a couple out of $11,000. Igor discusses what colors are becoming popular when it comes to flooring, and Brent breaks down what is going on right now in the real estate market. Also, listen to find out how the trade war with China is affecting some local vendors.

Today's show is packed full of advice for homeowners on making outdoor repairs and saving money while upgrading your house. With the holiday season rapidly approaching, find out how much time you'll need to finish a kitchen remodel. Dave shares how the Comed Energy Efficiency program has saved him money on his commercial energy bill. Plus, what effects do solar panels have on your roof?

Today's show covers plenty of ways you can save money on renovating your kitchen or fixing your damp basement. Also, find out how you can make $125 off a class-action lawsuit. David helps two callers whose financial situations could not be more opposite. Plus, Mark shares how easy it is for Comed to save you money on your commercial energy bill.

David gives an example of how just a few points off your credit score could cost you thousands of dollars. Greg Ethridge talks you through the process of installing solar panels and how to avoid scammers. Have black mold after this year's heavy rains? Pete Marrero calms your nerves and tells you what you can do to get rid of it. Plus, Tom Jhanke fills you in on a cheaper way to update your kitchen or bathroom vanity.

David gives six examples of different people he saved money for in just the last week. Amy Kite breaks down the market for first-time homebuyers and gives her #1 tip to people selling a home. Ed from Comed shares the benefits of a smart thermostat and how you can get one at a discount. Plus, Byron and Sarah answer a bevy of concrete questions.

This week, David breaks down your options if you have a lot of cash saved up under the mattress and want to use it to buy a house. Jim Hoder shares where crab grass come from, and how you can fight it. Plus, the guys discuss how fixing up your crawl space can add value to your home when it comes time to sell.

This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago, David is joined by MegaPro's Joe, Nick from ComEd, and Greg Etheridge with the Illinois Solar Advisors. Nick discusses the simple ways to reduce your energy usage and a special event from ComEd that could save you hundreds on your next bill. Greg Etheridge is back with all your questions regarding solar panels, and the benefits it creates for your home, and what to look out for when having solar panels installed.

This week, David shares when getting a personal loan from your local bank is the best course of action. Gary Novel calls in to answer questions about piggy-backing on someone's credit to improve your own. Later, a Comed rep lets you know about the use of solar power in your home, and Steven Leahy shares how you can get a free copy of his book on dealing with the IRS

On this weekend's show David is joined by Donna Sattler from Re/Max answering questions about your mortgage and when is the best time to buy a home. Tom Jahnke from builder supply outlet answers questions about improving your home, while not buying directly from a big box store. Perma Seal's Roy Spencer gives the run down on what to expect from your basement in the rainy summer season, and how to detect issues that may cause long-term problems for your home.

This Weekend's Show: MegaPro's Joe Hogel answers David's questions about constructions permits following the city of Chicago's recent shut down HGTV's "Windy City Rehab" show because of numerous violations. Gary Novel "KREDIT GURU": Helping a client raise their Credit Scores over 110 points with all 3 credit bureaus in 4 months! COMED Energy Doctor, Michelle Ackman: The benefits of including Solar Energy at home, business and farm. Learn about discounts and ways you can save energy (and money) through a home energy assessment.

David gets grossed out in a bug-heavy show where Jenelle Iaccino from Rose Pest Solutions helps people rid their property of roaches, beetles, bed bugs, and more. Also, Byron and Sarah Andreas of Robert Andreas & Sons talk about how easy it can be to get a ramp installed at your house. Dave and Joe also try to convince Byron to take a spin class.

With all the rain coming down throughout the Chicagoland area, what can you do to prevent damage to your house/basement? And if water damage is already done, what can you do now? Later, a caller asks how he can help his daughter buy a house, and David gets heated talking about the new taxes coming to Illinois.

David welcomes in Michelle Ackman to talk about the ComEd Energy Efficiency Program and how they could save you money on your home's electric bill. Realtor Amy Kite and David debate about whether or not to hire a professional to perform an inspection when selling your home.

David brings in Roy Spencer from Perma-Seal discussing how to protect your basement during this rainy season, Jill Van Riet, Realtor with Baird and Warner explains why there is not a specific season or month to buy your dream home, and Greg Gaardbo from Chicago Culinary Kitchen details his booming Texas BBQ spot in Palatine and how to get your hands on their delicious creations.

David brings in a psychotherapist to determine why people allow themselves to get into financial trouble. Mancow Mueller calls into the show for some fun. Tim Virgin from WKQX jumps in the studio to share how he got into credit trouble, and what he and David are doing to fix it.

David Hochberg is joined this week by MegaPros Joe, Michael Houston of Lindholm Roofing, and Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm.

COMED: Facilities assessments to make your facility electrically efficient. PERMA-SEAL: Sewer backup prevention and cleanup solutions. MEGAPROS: Answering questions regarding home repairs and remodeling. AMY KITE: Realtor extraordinaire helping individuals build their future.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Joe Hogel of MegaPros, Janelle Iaccino of Rose Pest Solutions, Tom Janke of Builder Supply Outlet, and Donna Sattler of Remax.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Joe Hogel, of Mega Pros, Credit Guru, Gary Novel, Byron and Sarah Andreas of Robert R. Andreas & Sons, Inc., Molly, of ComEd, and Jimmy, of Lawn and Tree Medix.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Gary from Blue Raven Solar, MegaPros Joe, Dave Schlueter real estate attorney, and Gary Novel.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Steven Leahy of Opem Tax Solutions and The Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, Amy Kite of the Amy Kite Team, ComEd, and Kredit Guru, and MegaPros Joe.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Corey from J.C. Restoration, MegaPros Joe, Greg from Blue Raven Solar, Gary Novel, and Byron from Andreas Construction.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Tom from Builder Supply Outlet, Michelle from ComEd, and MegaPros Joe.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Brent Wilk of Wilk Real Estate, Igor Murokh of Mr. Floor Companies, MegaPros Joe, and Kredit Guru Gary Novel.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Janelle Iaccino of Rose Pest Solutions, Credit Enhancement Expert Gary Novel of Kredit Guru, Mark Hammond of ComEd, and MegaPros John.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Credit Enhancement Expert Gary Novel of Kredit Guru, realtor Amy Kite of Keller Williams Infinity, Roy Spencer of Perma-Seal Waterproofing, and Joe Hogel of MegaPros.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Credit Enhancement Expert Gary Novel of Kredit Guru, Michael Houston of Lindholm Roofing, Michelle from ComEd, and Joe Hogel of MegaPros

David Hochberg is joined this week by Brent Wilk of Wilk Real Estate, Tom Jahnke of Builder Supply Outlet and The Edge Kitchen and Bath, and Jeremy Hogel of MegaPros.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Donna Sattler of RE/MAX At Home, Credit Enhancement Expert Gary Novel of Kredit Guru, Real Estate Attorney and Estate Planner Dave Schlueter, and Jeremy Hogel of MegaPros.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Igor Murokh of Mr. Floor, Attorney Larry Smith, Credit Enhancement Expert Gary Novel of Kredit Guru, and Joe Hogel of MegaPros.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Brent Wilk of REO Properties, Credit Enhancement Expert Gary Novel of Kreditguru, Roy Spencer of Perma-Seal, Cory Ambrose of JC Restoration, and Joe Hogel of MegaPros.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Steven A. Leahy of Opem Tax Resolutions, Tom Jahnke of Builder Supply Outlet and the Edge Kitchen and Bath, Credit Enhancement Expert Gary Novel of Kreditguru, Kelly and Dave of Executive Green Carpet Cleaning, and Joe Hogel of MegaPros.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Donna Sattler of RE/MAX At Home, Cory Ambrose of JC Restoration, and Big Lou of MegaPros.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Steven A. Leahy of Opem Tax Resolutions, Tom Jahnke of Builder Supply Outlet and the Edge – Kitchen & Bath, Credit Enhancement Expert Gary Novel of Kreditguru, and MegaPros Mike.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Igor Murokh of Mr. Floor, Real Estate Attorney and Estate Planner Dave Schlueter, Credit Enhancement Expert Gary Novel of Kreditguru, and exterior architect John from MegaPros.

David Hochberg is joined this week by Tom Jahnke of Builder Supply Outlet, Cory Ambrose of JC Restoration, and Jeremy Hogel of MegaPros.