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Chicagoland Fireworks Displays 2024
You can't have the Fourth of July without fireworks. It's as American as baseball and hot dogs — two things we happen to be experts in here in Chicagoland — and you can bet that our real estate agents will be out watching the sky over the city this July Fourth. The city and its many suburbs will host multiple festivals and events throughout the week of Independence Day, so you'll have no shortage of opportunities to take in a stunning fireworks display. Below are just a few of the upcoming celebrations.
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Children's Museums Perfect For Summer Visits in Chicagoland
Summer in Chicagoland means strolls along the Riverwalk and hot dogs at Wrigley Field. But it also offers a great opportunity to explore the city's many kid-friendly museums.
Museums offer entertainment, education, and the most precious of commodities on a hot summer day in Chicago—air conditioning! These are some of our real estate agents' favorite children's museums in Chicagoland.
- Chicago Children's Museum - 700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Located on Navy Pier in the heart of the Streeterville area, the Chicago Children's Museum
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Shops Your Dog Will Love in Chicagoland
Forbes recently ranked Chicago among the Best Cities for Dogs in 2024, and we have to agree. Chicago has always embraced pets with open arms, and today our real estate agents are eager to share some of their favorite pet-friendly shops in Chicagoland!
- The Spoke & Bird - 1248 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
One of Chicago's best pet-friendly bakeries, The Spoke...
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International Sushi Day: Chicagoland Sushi Spots
June 18 is International Sushi Day. Despite Chicago being far from a coastal city, it boasts some truly exceptional dining options for sushi lovers.
From the suburbs to the heart of Downtown, chefs all across Chicagoland create sushi that ranges from the classic to the creative. If you're ready to eat your heart's content in maki and nigiri this month, head to one of our real estate agents' favorite sushi restaurants in Chicagoland.
Chicago
- Sushi Tokoro - 4750 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
A low-key spot with excellent fresh sushi and traditional hibachi entrees, Sushi Tokoro
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What to Know When Inheriting a Home
Updated 5/20/2025
When someone inherits a home, the first question they usually ask is, "Now what?" It can be an overwhelming situation. After all, what to do with a home you've inherited is not only a financial decision but also an emotional one. Chances are, you have a lot of memories in that home with the loved one you inherited it from.
Our real estate agents are here to help. Here's what you need to know about inheriting a home and the steps you should take to make the process as seamless and stress-free as possible.
Options when you inherit a home:
Arguably, the biggest consideration when you inherit a home is what to do with it. Ultimately, you have three options:
- Live in it. Occupying the house keeps the proper...
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