Home Sweet Home Chicago with David Hochberg

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, Assis...

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 […]

We started this week’s show by talking with Mike Huston, Assistant Manager of Lindholm Roofing, who reminds listeners to be wary of storm-chasing door knockers. Next, Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, discusses why now is the time for a better retirement planning strategy. Then, Frank Wasilewski, CEO of Access Elev...

Featured on WGN Radio’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on March 14, 2026: Frank Wasilewski, CEO of Access Elevators, joins the show to inform listeners that accidents can happen anytime and the assistance families can qualify for. To learn more about what Access Elevator can do for you, go to allaboutaccess.com or call 630-616-6249.

Featured on WGN Radio’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on March 14, 2026: Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins David Hochberg to discuss why now is the time for a better retirement planning strategy. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Featured on WGN Radio’s Home Sweet Home Chicago on March 14, 2026: Lindholm Roofing’s Assistant Manager Mike Huston talks about why people should be cautious of storm-chasing door-to-door contractors, and avoid signing blank contracts instead of trusting in a local contractor like Lindholm Roofing! Listen to find out! To learn more about what Lindholm Roofing […]

This week on Home Sweet Home Chicago, David Hochberg is joined by Mike Epping of Center Guard Plumbing to discuss water heater installations and sewer excavations. Bob Schmitt of Junkluggers joins to discuss methods for decluttering your home just in time for warmer weather. Then, IRS tax attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of […]