Posts from August 2025
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The Best Chicagoland Apple Orchards for Fall Fun
Fall is in the air, which means apples are almost ready to harvest in Chicagoland. Some of the richest farmland in America is within an hour's drive of Chicago, and dozens of orchards in and around northern Illinois offer apple picking this time of year. Join our real estate agents for some fun on the farm at these Chicagoland apple-picking destinations!
All Seasons Orchard - Woodstock, IL
Address: 14510 IL-176, Woodstock, IL 60098
Just over an hour from Downtown Chicago, All Seasons Orchard has been se...
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Preparing for Back-to-School: Organizing Your Home for the New School Year
These final days of summer offer a chance to get organized. Rather than succumb to the chaos of another school year, our real estate agents are here to share their best tips for organizing your home ahead of back-to-school season.
- Start with decluttering.
Chances are, your house has accumulated quite a bit of clutter throughout the summer months. Step one before the kids go back to school is to get the house in order, which means eliminating clutter wherever possible. Be sure to take special care to declutter the closets; eliminate old outfits that are worn-out or no longer fit to make room for new back-to-school clothes. Donate what you don't want, or set up an end-of-summer yard sale. - Organize your entryway.
One of the most important places to create space and keep o...
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Chicagoland's Hidden Gems: Unique Local Shops and Things to Do
Chicago is the kind of city that you get to know over the course of a lifetime. It's always changing, and the unique atmosphere of each of its neighborhoods makes it an eclectic and energetic city. One of the best ways to get to know it is to do some shopping.
Locally owned shops and boutiques offer a window into Chicago's unmistakable culture and character. These are some of our real estate agents' favorite one-of-a-kind boutiques in seven of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods.
- Milk Handmade - 5137 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
With a focus on ethically and sustainably made goods from local designers, Milk Handmade is a standout fashion bouti...
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August Adventures on the Chicago River
The Chicago River system is the heart of Chicagoland. Its North and South Branches form the boundaries between neighborhoods like River West, River North, and the West Loop, and they meet in the city before emptying into Lake Michigan.
The river serves as a hub for outdoor recreation and adventure, and traveling by water is one of the best ways to experience the city from a new perspective. These are some of
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