Posts from May 2025
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Chicagoland's Rooftop Bars and Outdoor Dining Spots
Chicago has one of America's most beautiful urban skylines, and summer is a great time to experience it at one of our amazing local outdoor eateries and rooftop bars. For a romantic evening or a relaxed get-together with friends, rooftop dining in Chicago can't be beat. These are some of our real estate agents' favorite places to dine under the stars in Chicagoland.
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How to Get Your Chicagoland Home Ready for Summer
Are you ready for summer in Chicagoland? It's the season of street fairs and farmers markets, and days spent beachside along the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline. For Chicago homeowners, the months leading up to summer also offer an opportunity to prepare for the season ahead. Our real estate agents are here to share five helpful tips for getting your home summer-ready!
- Wash your walkway and driveway.
Chances are, there's a lot of dirt, plant matter, and other assorted grime and debris all over your driveway and walkway from the colder months. As summer approaches, it's time for a cleanup. If there's a lot of loose material, start by sweeping it up with a push broom and dustpan (resist the urge to use your leaf-blower to avoid raising a major dust cloud). Then use a power washer to spray down hard surfaces...
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Chicagoland's Best Waterfront Spots to Enjoy This Summer
Overlooking the shoreline of Lake Michigan, Chicago features one of America's great urban waterfronts. And with summer on the way, this is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy it. These are some of our real estate agents' favorite waterfront spots in Chicagoland.
- Lakefront Trail - 900 W Ardmore Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
One of Chicago's best destinations for jogging, cycling, dog walking, and simply enjoying the view, the Lakefront Trail stretches 18.5 miles along the city's shoreline. The trail connects multiple neighborhoods and links more than a dozen lakeside park...
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A Guide to Chicago's Iconic Architectural Tours
In Chicago, history is never hidden from view. It's all around in the Art Deco buildings, Chicago School skyscrapers, residential greystones, and bungalows in neighborhoods all over the city. Architecture provides a window into Chicago's past, and our real estate agents are excited to share some of the best architecture tours in Chicagoland.
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Brunch Spots to Make Mom Feel Extra Special This Mother's Day
Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 11. Whether you're planning a cozy morning with the family or an elegant brunch out on the town, there's no shortage of ways to make Mom feel special in Chicagoland. From charming neighborhood cafés to upscale dining experiences with a view, the city and suburbs offer something for every kind of celebration.
To help you narrow it down, our real estate agents are sharing a few of their favorite spots for a memorable Mother's Day brunch — places they love for the food, the atmosphere, and memories of celebrations past.
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