One of the biggest tips for enjoying every inch of your home is ensuring that everything has a home. The right organizational tools keep your home tidy and your sanity intact. Here are our favorites from Amazon.
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5 DIY Tricks To Transform Your Bathroom
You can absolutely enjoy the look of your bathroom without spending thousands of dollars on a remodel. Making small, inexpensive changes can make the room feel new again without requiring a large investment of time or money. Here are five of our favorite DIY tricks to transform your bathroom.
When Do Chicago Farmers’ Markets Return?
Chicago farmers’ markets are a unique affair. Of course, you can always find the traditional offerings of homemade bread, farm-fresh veggies, and bright bouquets, but that’s just the beginning. Visit Horner Park Farmers Market at the right time and you might catch a live music performance. If you work near Daley Plaza City Market, you can grab a gourmet grilled cheese or empanada from one of the vendors.
Tips for Getting Started as a Real Estate Agent
Fulton Grace Realty is a leading brokerage serving the Chicagoland area. As one of the fastest-growing companies in Illinois and the Midwest Region, according to Inc, we believe education is a primary component of our business model and nurturing the key to much of our success: relationships. In fact, while many agents have their hearts set on sales as the “end goal” of their career title, it is the rental experience where an agent truly gains their ground and hones their craft.
We recently sat down with Adam Ballog, Executive Vice President, and Managing Broker at Fulton Grace who spoke about what truly makes the rental division most unique to him. “Rentals are basically a built-in education and training of real-world client exposure and contact building. Many of those renters will eventually become first-time home buyers. Plus the continual exposure pushes you to prioritize your contact management systems, which any agent will contest is a huge factor in the longevity of one’s career.”
For Sale Round-Up in Lake View Under 600K
Lakeview is one of the most charming areas of Chicago! Stately 1920s residential buildings and modern high-rises line the waterfront, Wrigleyville buzzes with action whether the Cubs are playing or not, and Northalsted holds one of the biggest gay pride parades in the nation. It’s also a great place to raise kids, as some of the best schools in Chicago reside within its borders. If you’re interested in a home near the Lakeview area, don’t hesitate to get in touch with a FultonGrace agent for the details on these and many more great properties.
Top Chicago Bars to Revisit
One of the most interesting things about Chicago (and the Midwest in general) is tavern culture. Inherited from early German and Polish settlers to the New World, early American taverns had rooms for rent, an address for sending and receiving overseas mail, and most importantly a kitchen and bar area for serving food and drinks. During the height of saloon and tavern culture in 1910, the CHI had over 8,000 saloons; one for every 239 people.
What to do in Chicago in April
Spring is officially here. (Though sometimes the weather doesn’t seem to agree!) Either way, all of Chicagoland has started to wake from winter hibernation and come outside. Of course, don’t forget your umbrella, as sometimes the wind off the Lake brings the famous April showers.
Rental Round-Up: West Loop Under 3K
If you’re looking for a great rental home, the West Loop is a great place to start. Easily one of Chicago’s most sought-after and trendy neighborhoods, the West Loop includes Fulton Market District and the French Market food hall. Some of Chicago’s best eateries line ‘Restaurant Row’ while options abound if you’re looking for music venues, bookstores, or parks. Read on for some of our great property picks if you’re interested in this unique area!
Get To Know: Lake View
History tells us that Lake View allegedly got its name from a Great Gatbsy-like resort that no longer stands, the Lake View House. Today, Lake View encompasses many of Chicago’s most popular neighborhoods: Lake View East, Boystown, Wrigleyville, and Southport Corridor.
Broker Blog: Escape the Chicago Chill at the Top North Shore Breweries
There’s no denying that Chicago winters can bring some crazy weather, but it doesn’t have to ruin your fun! Breweries are a great way to escape the cold while still enjoying yourself, and Chicago’s Northern suburbs have some of the best around. From award-winning brews to interesting art, there is no shortage of exciting and educational exhibits to enjoy on the North Shore. Whether you are a resident, or just in for the weekend, you’ll definitely want to check out these spots!