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How to Keep Your Home Cool Without Cranking Up the AC
Chicago gets mighty hot when summer rolls around. This is the season to visit our beautiful Lake Michigan beaches and do whatever you need to do to keep cool.
When it comes to staying cool, you might be tempted to close up the windows and bask in the air conditioning, but there are other ways of beating the heat. Our real estate agents in Chicagoland have some tips for keeping your home cool without blasting the AC.
- Open your windows at night.
Sounds simple, right? Even on hot days in Chicago, things tend to cool down as the sun goes down. Open up the windows in your house to take advantage of nature's air conditioning, or better yet, open the windows at opposite ends of the house to create a cross-breeze. As soon as the sun rises in the morning, close the windows and draw the curtains to keep that...
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Create a Cozy Reading Nook for Winter Afternoons
Winter in Chicagoland is cozy season, and there's nothing cozier than curling up with a warm drink and a good book on a snowy day. Of course, it helps if you have a great space in your home dedicated to reading!
If you don't have such a space, our real estate agents are here to help. These tips and tricks will help you design the perfect warm reading nook for winter afternoons in your home.
- Choose a spot with a view
You want your book nook to feel cozy but not confined. The best way is to pick a spot with a window. Natural light and a view outside will keep your reading area from feeling too hemmed in, even if it's a very small space. - Make it a place to lounge
The type of...
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Upgrading Your Home's Lighting Before Winter
Daylight savings time has come and gone, and we're officially in the darkest season of the year.
Don't get us wrong. Our real estate agents love winter in Chicagoland, but we could all use a little more illumination this time of year. These tips for improving your home's lighting will help you live in a brighter, cheerier space just in time for the holidays.
Let In More Natural Light
Natural light is more important than ever during the season when there isn't as much of it to go around. Depending on your home's layout, you could take advantage of sunlight from every angle, but the south-facing portions of your home tend to get the most light. Use lighter curtains for privacy, but keep thick drapes open as much as possible during daylight hours. You could als...
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National Homeownership Month: Why Homeownership is Important
June is National Homeownership Month — a time to highlight the benefits of owning your own home. Homeownership is a dream for many Americans, and our real estate agents here in Chicagoland are dedicated to making that dream a reality.
Nothing gives us greater satisfaction than helping someone become a homeowner. If you're thinking about buying a home — especially if it's your first home — you might find yourself both excited and overwhelmed. Read on to learn more about the benefits of homeownership, and consider whether becoming...
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Spring Showers: What to Do When Your Basement Floods
Updated February 2025
When the rainy days of spring arrive it's a safe bet that some homeowners will have to deal with damp conditions.
Our brokers are here to offer some helpful advice for preventing and dealing with flooded basements. Here's what you need to do when the rain falls in Chicagoland neighborhoods.
Before the Storm
Let's start with an ounce of prevention. Before the spring rains arrive, it's best to take some precautions to prevent basement flooding and to minimize the damage in case flooding does occur.
- Inspect basement walls. Check your foundation and basement walls for cracks, indicating a possible leak. Small cracks are relatively easy to fix with hydraulic cement or epoxy, but larger cracks should...
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