by Lauren Traficanto | Aug 9, 2024 | News + Information
According to Crain’s Chicago Business, local residential sales of $4 million or more were 8.3% ahead of last year’s pace and nearly 20% ahead of transaction volume in 2019. The 10 highest-priced sales from the first half of the year offer some intriguing information...
by Lauren Traficanto | Aug 4, 2024 | News + Information
Stretching from Evanston to Lake Bluff, the North Shore is undeniably one of Chicago’s most sought-after suburban regions. Each North Shore town has its own unique character, and all are renowned for their beautiful homes, tree-lined streets, Lake Michigan access,...
by Lauren Traficanto | Jul 19, 2024 | News + Information
Spreadsheets Are Helpful We bought the home knowing we wanted to make many updates, and spreadsheets have been critical for helping us stay on track and on top of finances. We created a spreadsheet to help us monitor standard house-related expenses, and another to...
by Lauren Traficanto | Jul 9, 2024 | News + Information
1. Rogers Park Stroll through Rogers Park, and you’ll see all kinds of pups, cats, and, according to locals, even guinea pigs on leashes from time to time. To ensure these pets have everything they need, the neighborhood is home to several popular pet stores,...
by Lauren Traficanto | Jun 18, 2024 | News + Information
Maybe it’s our long winters or all-too-short springs, but summertime in the Windy City is one of the best seasons anywhere on the planet. And as one of the country’s premier hotspots for citywide and neighborhood festivals, Chicago knows how to throw a party. From one...