
Chicago Buyer's Agents Reveal Auction Day Tactics as Clearance Rates Stay Strong
With homes selling above reserve in key neighborhoods, local buyer's agents are deploying strategic plays to win auctions without overpaying.
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With homes selling above reserve in key neighborhoods, local buyer's agents are deploying strategic plays to win auctions without overpaying.

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