Posts from February 2024
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St. Patrick's Day Events Around Chicagoland
As you probably know, St. Patrick's Day is kind of a big deal in Chicagoland. With the green river and one of the largest St. Patrick's Day parades in America, it's not a holiday that tends to go unnoticed around here. You'll find big and small celebrations taking place across every Chicagoland neighborhood.
If you're wondering how to spend your St. Paddy's Day, you've come to the right place. Let our real estate agents be your guides to St. Paddy's Day festivities in the local area.
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How Long Appliances Last: When is it Time to Upgrade?
Kitchen appliances are often taken for granted. We use them every day, but we tend not to think about them too much — until they stop working.
One of the questions our real estate agents get asked the most when showing homes is, "How long will the appliances last?" The good news is that in a new home with brand-new modern appliances, they should last quite a long time! If you're selling your home, upgrading and replacing old appliances can also help sell your home faster and fetch a higher price. Here's what you need to know about the lifespan of various appliances, how to make them last longer and how to know when it's time to upgrade.
Refrigerator and Freezer - 10 to 18 Years
Refrigerators have one of the longe...
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Chicagoland Historic Homes to Visit in 2024
Last year, we shared with you some of our favorite historic homes in Chicagoland. Today, we're back with another look at some of the most significant historic houses in several Chicagoland neighborhoods.
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Blast From the Past: Retro Diners in Chicagoland
Retro diners have a unique atmosphere that makes a great place to charge up with a nourishing meal before work, enjoy a meal with the family or cap off a night on the town. In Chicagoland, you get an excellent mix of newer diners built in a retro style and storied establishments that have been around so long that their retro décor is as authentic as it gets. In the mood for a bit of a blast from the past? Try a trip to one of these 5 retro diners around Chicagoland neighborhoods.
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Pick Me Up Cafe – 4882 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60640
A Chicagoland favorite for more than 25 years, Pick Me Up Cafe has earned a reputation for having a diverse menu that caters to a wide variety of dietary needs and preferences. They...
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Ring in the Year of the Dragon in Chicagoland
The Lunar New Year — also sometimes referred to as Chinese New Year — is the beginning of a new year based on the lunar calendar. It's celebrated by millions of people all over the world, but most notably by many East Asian and Southeast Asian cultures.
This year, the Lunar New Year falls on Saturday, February 10 and the Chicagoland area is packed with events to celebrate the Year of the Dragon. Wherever you are in the city or the surrounding suburbs, make sure to stop by one of these events for an unforgettable cultural experience.
Global Connections at Navy Pier
Saturday, February 10, 2024
Loop, Chicago
Attendees at the AON Grand...
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