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Home maintenance checklist to transition from winter to spring
As Chicago's cold weather begins to fade and the Windy City lives up to its name with gusty spring storms, it's time to assess how the season has impacted your home. Taking proactive steps now can prevent costly repairs later and ensure your property remains in excellent condition. Our real estate agents recommend using this comprehensive checklist to transition your home smoothly into the warmer months ahead.
Inspect your home's exterior for wind and ice damage
Chicago's combination of heavy snow, ice, and winds can wreak havoc on your home's exterior surfaces. Start by examining your roof for missing or damaged shingles that may have been lifted by Chicago's notorious spring winds or compromised by ice. Check your...
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Local Boutiques and Spring Markets to Explore in Chicagoland
The promise of spring is in the air in Chicagoland. And while winter may not yet have fully released its grip, our real estate agents are excited to start spending more time out and about, exploring the city, and visiting our favorite spring markets and local boutiques.
Spring Shopping in Chicagoland
From freshening up your wardrobe to shopping for art and vintage treasures, spring is a great time to shop in the Chicago area. These are some of the best local boutiques and spring markets in Chicagoland's unique neighborhoods.
One of a Kind Show - Chicago, IL
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St. Patrick's Day Celebrations and Parades Around Chicagoland
Few cities embrace St. Patrick's Day with the pride and fervor that Chicago does. Chicago's St. Patrick's Day traditions go back more than 180 years to the first Chicago Irish parade in 1843. This year, our real estate agents are here to be your guides to Chicagoland's St. Patrick's Day festivities.
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Budget-Friendly Home Organization Tips for a Fresh Start
Winter isn't always the most organized season in our homes. With clutter left over from the holidays and limited opportunities to get outside, homes start to become disorganized and chaotic. Our real estate agents are here to help.
Organization Tips for Your Chicagoland Home
Whether getting organized is part of your New Year's resolution, or you simply want to get a head start on spring cleaning, these simple and affordable organization tips will help your Chicagoland home look its best this winter.
Declutter and Donate (or Sell)
The first and arguably most important step toward a tidier home is eliminating clutter. That means identifying what you don't need, excess tchotchkes, outdated decor, unworn clothes, old books and magazines, and finding them a new home.
What to do with all your old stuff? Start...
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During a period when many brokerages are consolidating under corporate interests, we're proud to remain fiercely local and independent. Our reasoning is simple — it's what's best for our business, our agents, and the markets we serve.
For over 170 years, we've been the oldest and largest independent brokerage in Chicagoland, and that independence means we have local control — our agents have the resources they need right here in Chicagoland. From office staff to the top leadership, they get real support from people who truly understand our communities and what it's like to do business here.
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