Home Sweet Home Chicago with David Hochberg

This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago, Wendy Snyder, in for David Hochberg, is joined by Frank Wasilewski, CEO of Access Elevators to talk about pushy sales tactics. Then, Mr. Floor himself, Igor Murokh, tells listeners how Mr. Floor is leading the charge with eco-friendly cleaning products. Next, Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins […]

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on 05/16/2026: Mr. Floor himself, Igor Murokh, joins the program to talk about how homeowners are moving away from harsh chemicals into smarter, more eco-friendly options that are safer for families, pets, and the environment. Igor talks about how Mr. Floor is leading the charge for cleaners. […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/16/26: Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Wendy Snyder, in for David Hochberg, to discuss a story from a listener about inspections from town officials with demands that can make house sales much more difficult and expensive. To learn more about what Dave […]

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on May 16, 2026: Frank Wasilewski, CEO of Access Elevators, joins the show to inform listeners on what to do when contractors pressure you into deals you don’t want. To learn more about what Access Elevator can do for you, go to allaboutaccess.com or call 630-616-6249.

We started this week's show with Jessica Genovese, General Manager of Aloha Restoration, on how to be prepared for heavy rains and basement floods and what the restoration process can do to help. Then, David Saffrin of Sunrun Solar joins the program to explain to listeners how Sunrun handles roofs for solar installation and breaks down batteries […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/09/26: Roy Spencer, CEO and Founder of Perma-Seal joins David Hochberg, to talk about how listeners can end basement seepage and flooding worries forever. To learn more about Perma-Seal's services, go to permaseal.net or call 1-800-421-SEAL (7325).

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/09/26: David Saffrin of Sunrun Solar joins the program to explain to listeners how Sunrun handles roofs for solar installation and breaks down batteries for storage and backup. David also provides specials for this month that listeners won’t want to miss! To learn more about Sunrun Solar, go […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/09/2026: Jessica Genovese, General Manager of Aloha Restoration, joins the show to talk about the recent heavy rains which is good for grass, but means more basement floods! Jessica talks to listeners on how to be prepared during a basement flood and what to expect during […]

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins John Williams to talk about consumers racking up credit card debt because of high food and gas prices, and what you should know about bridge and construction loans. David answers all of your questions. David hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm on […]

We started this week's show with Rose Pest Solutions' Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. ‘The Bug Girl,' talking all about mosquitoes. NEXT Door & Window's Gary Armstrong follows and reminds listeners that winter is over and it’s time to get those home improvement projects going. Then, David introduces a new guest, Kyle Erdmann of Erdmann Outdoor […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/1/26: Kyle Erdmann from Erdmann Outdoor Living joins the show for the first time to talk about sun control and educate listeners on StruXure, louvered pergolas and cabanas. Kyle talks about the different applications and problems that StruXure can be a solution for. To learn more […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/1/26: NEXT Door & Window's Gary Armstrong reminds listeners that winter is over and it’s the perfect time to take action on home improvement projects. Especially windows and doors. To learn more about what NEXT Door & Window can do for your home, visit nextdoorandwindow.com or call 844-600-6398.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/1/26: Rose Pest Solutions' Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. ‘The Bug Girl,' talks all about mosquito-repelling plants and if they actually work. Janelle breaks down the best ways to use them and keep mosquitos away from your sunny graduation parties. Plus, Rose Pest Solutions is offering […]

David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Homeside Financial, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the Federal Reserve not changing interest rates, higher mortgage rates, and how it affects listeners.

This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago, David Hochberg is joined by Sarah Leonard of The Sarah Leonard Team at Legacy Properties, who joins the show to talk about which repairs to make to your home before it goes on the market. Then, Mark Olsen of Redo Cabinets joins, along with WGN’s Dave Eanet, who calls in […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 04/25/26: Mark Olsen of Redo Cabinets joins the show, and WGN’s Dave Eanet calls in to share his experience with the company. To learn more about Redo Cabinets and how they can assist you, visit redocabinets.com or call 630-381-5583.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 04/25/2026: Rose Pest Solutions' Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. ‘The Bug Girl,' to discuss termites and risk factors for homeowners. Moisture and foundation cracks can attract termites to your home, and Janelle talks about how they can even grow wings and find a habitable location.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 04/25/26: Sarah Leonard of The Sarah Leonard Team at Legacy Properties joins the show to talk about preparing your home for sale. Many homeowners want to invest in home repairs right before listing their home, and Sarah shares which repairs actually make a difference. To learn […]

We started this week's show by talking with Roy Spencer, CEO and founder of Perma-Seal to talk all about any post-rainfall damage to basements or crawlspaces. Next, Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, discusses the new rules of retirement. Then, Mr. Floor himself, Igor Murokh, joins the show to discuss getting your floors and […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 4/18/26: Roy Spencer, CEO and Founder of Perma-Seal joins David Hochberg, to talk about recent rainfall and how to take action if you have damage or concerns in your basements or crawlspaces. To learn more about Perma-Seal's services, go to permaseal.net or call 1-800-421-SEAL (7325).

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on April 18, 2026: Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins David Hochberg to discuss how today’s retirement has never been more complicated. Get a head start on your retirement and learn the best steps for success. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on 04/18/2026: Mr. Floor himself, Igor Murokh, joins the program to talk spring cleaning… for your floors! With foot traffic on the way for graduations, spring gatherings, and more, Igor provides listeners with practical tips to make floors look better and last longer without overdoing it. Igor […]

Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of WGN's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” David Hochberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about why home sellers in the Midwest aren’t following the trend of cutting prices and who is most likely to miss “buy now, pay later” loan payments. He hosts […]

This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago, David Hochberg is joined by Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter to discuss buyers not formally applying for mortgage loans and how that affects sellers. Then, Executive Green Carpet Cleaning's Office Manager Kelly Mickley talks about the difference between cleaning and replacing carpet. Next, Mike Huston, Assistant Manager of Lindholm Roofing, lets […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on April 11, 2026: Lindholm Roofing's Assistant Manager Mike Huston talks about how some roofs don’t need full replacement and how Lindholm can fix leaks or repair sections of a roof to get 2-4 more years of serviceable life without the big price tag! To learn more […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 04/11/26: Executive Green Carpet Cleaning's Office Manager Kelly Mickley joins the program to discuss cleaning vs. replacing carpet and how to keep a clean, healthy home at the fraction of the cost with the rise of gas prices and inflation costs. Hochberg listeners also get a […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 04/11/26: Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins David Hochberg to discuss the common concern of sellers facing delays when buyers haven’t formally applied for mortgage loans. Dave outlines how timing requirements and contract ground rules can help prevent closing delays, especially when sellers […]

This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago, David Hochberg is joined by Mike Epping of Center Guard Plumbing to talk all about big savings on their tankless water heater sale. Then, Sara Andreas of Robert R. Andreas & Sons Concrete gives listeners a concrete hack and discount if they collaborate on projects with their neighbors at […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 04/04/26: David Saffrin of Sunrun Solar joins the program to educate listeners on Solar & Storage options that can help lower costs and keep utility rates down while having more predictability. To learn more about Sunrun Solar, go to www.gosunrun.com/wgn or call 224-458-7868.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 04/04/26: Sara Andreas of Robert R. Andreas & Sons, Inc. joins the show to talk about a special discount for neighbors who collaborate on projects at the same time. Sara also reminds listeners how Andreas & Sons are your one stop shop for concrete. To see […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 04/04/26: Center Guard Plumbing's Mike Epping joins the show to discuss their tankless water heater sale and how Center Guard can save customers hundreds on replacements and new installations through May. Mike also highlights the importance of calling Center Guard before excavating for sewer repair. Go […]

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins John Williams to talk about mortgage rates nearing 7%, what you should do if you are buying a home with defects, and that more than half of home listings are sitting unsold for 60+ days. David also answers all of your questions! David hosts “Home Sweet Home […]

This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago Wendy Snyder, filling in for David Hochberg, is joined by Perma-Seal Basement Systems' Chief Operating Officer Joel Spencer to talk all about concrete raising and leveling services. Then, Miracle Method's David Haas talks about an important partnership with Access Elevator to provide a jetted-tub conversion to a soaker bathtub with a […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 03/28/26: NEXT Door & Window's Gary Armstrong joins Wendy Snyder, in for David Hochberg, to remind listeners that, since it’s now springtime, it’s time to check your doors and windows for post-winter wear and tear. To learn more about what NEXT Door & Window can do […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 03/28/26: Miracle Method's David Haas joins Wendy Snyder, in for David Hochberg, to talk not only about bathroom safety, but also how Miracle Method has partnered with Access Elevator for a jetted-tub conversion to a soaker bathtub and custom cut-out for easy entry! To learn more […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 3/28/26: Perma-Seal Basement Systems' Chief Operating Officer Joel Spencer joins Wendy Snyder, in for David Hochberg, to talk all about concrete raising and leveling services. Home Sweet Home Chicago listeners are even eligible for a discount on concrete services. To learn more about Perma-Seal's services, go […]

This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago, David Hochberg is joined by Rose Pest Solutions' Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. ‘The Bug Girl,' who fills listeners in on how to prepare for pests during spring rain. Then, IRS tax attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC, with Opem Tax Advocates talks about […]

Cook County Assessor-elect Pat Hynes joins David Hochberg to talk about his primary victory over Fritz Kaegi and what comes next for Cook County taxpayers. Hynes lays out his plans to clean up assessment data, better match values to the market, and put an end to the spikes in property taxes that have been driving […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 03/21/26: Chris Balke, Owner, All City Brick Staining, joins the show to talk about paint vs. stain and why stain is the better choice. Plus, Chris gives simple ways to boost curb appeal without major renovations and highlights the key questions homeowners should ask before hiring a […]

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on 03/21/2026: IRS tax attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC, with Opem Tax Advocates, joins the program to discuss his duo book launch: Fight Back Now – Freedom Through Preparation and 1099 Reporting – A Professional Guide. Go to fightbacknow.com or call […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 03/21/26: Rose Pest Solutions' Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. ‘The Bug Girl,' joins the program to talk about how to prepare for pests that come out with spring rain, especially termites, and why inspections matters. Janelle also talks about stink bugs and why you should not […]

Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of WGN's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” David Hochberg joins Bob Sirott to explain what the Fed Chair decided to do with interest rates and how high mortgage rates are impacting this area’s sales. He hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from […]