We kicked off this week’s show with Frank Wasilewski, VP of Sales at Access Elevators to talk about bathrooms and accessibility. Next, David Haas of Miracle Method shares the benefits of refinishing over replacement. Then, David welcomes Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to discuss the latest property tax bills. As always, David answers calls/texts in another packed Home Sweet Home Chicago!

Featured on WGN Radio’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Nov. 22, 2025: Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas joins the show to break down the latest property tax bills, explain rising costs tied to tax increment financing (TIF) districts, and remind homeowners they can check exemptions, download bills and view payment options at cookcountytreasurer.com.

Featured on WGN Radio’s Home Sweet Home Chicago on 11/22/25: Miracle Method’s David Haas joins the show to explain how refinishing can save homeowners significant money and time compared with full replacement. To learn more about what Miracle Method can do for you, go to miraclemethod.com/wgn or call them at 630-832-2250.

Featured on WGN Radio’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Nov. 22, 2025: Frank Wasilewski, VP of Sales at Access Elevators joins the show joins the show to discuss bathroom modifications, accessibility solutions and a upcoming Medicare initiative that will cover in-home safety assessments beginning Jan. 1, 2026. To learn more about what Access Elevator can do for you, go to allaboutaccess.com or call 630-616-6249.

David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Homeside Financial and host Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent discuss his confronting President of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Toni Preckwinkle. He discusses property tax bills and answers questions from listeners.

We kicked off this week’s show with Igor Murokh of Mr. Floor, who shared his expert advice on getting your floors holiday-ready and how to bring them back to life once the celebrations wind down. Next, Bob Schmitt of The Junkluggers broke down the successes and pitfalls of estate sales expansion and what homeowners should keep in mind. Then IRS tax attorney Steven Leahy of Opem Tax Advocates joined the conversation to explain what taxpayers can expect after the IRS shutdown, along with key details about the Illinois Amnesty Program. As always, David answers calls/texts in a spirited episode of Home Sweet Home Chicago!

Featured on WGN Radio’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Nov. 15, 2025: IRS tax attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC, with Opem Tax Advocates, joins the program to discuss what taxpayers can expect after the IRS shutdown and the Illinois Amnesty Program, which ends on Nov. 17. To learn more about Steven A. Leahy, go to fightbacknow.com or call 312-664-6649.

Featured on WGN Radio’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Nov. 15, 2025: Bob Schmitt of The Junkluggers joins the show to inform WGN Radio listeners about the success and pitfalls of estate sales. To learn more about what The Junkluggers can do for you, go to www.junkluggers.com or give them a call at 1-800-LUG-JUNK (1-800-584-5865).

Featured on WGN Radio’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Nov. 15, 2025: Mr. Floor himself, Igor Murokh, joins the program to share his top tips on getting your floors holiday-ready before the party starts, and more importantly, getting them back to life after the night ends. Igor is here to help make sure your floors are flawless all season long. To learn more about what Igor and Mr. Floor can do for you, go to mrfloor.com or call 847-674-7500.

We started this week’s show by chatting with Attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm to discuss the latest federal student-loan changes. Next, Lindholm Roofing’s Assistant Manager Mike Huston discussed yearly roofing expectations. Then, HVAC Hall of Famer, Rich Dykstra Sr. of Dykstra LLC discusses the top tips for getting your home ready for winter. Sitting shotgun as David takes calls from loyal listeners is Jeremy Hogel, Home Remodeling Specialist at MegaPros