Hester Painting & Decorating shares tips on important seasonal preventive maintenance With winter just around the corner, now is the time for homeowners to examine their houses for signs of wear and damage and take some preventive measures regarding upkeep. Brutal precipitation and cold temperatures can exacerbate small problems and wreak havoc. A thorough autumn […]
Today’s housing market is fast-paced and competitive, but even if you find the house of your dreams, it’s best not to jump for joy quite yet. Whether you’re purchasing a new-construction home or one that was built in 1950, you still need to have an inspection to make sure everything shakes out. Why is a […]
This beautifully updated seven-bedroom home on 3/4 acre is livable luxury at its finest. The home sits in a serene, peaceful, private wooded setting, and yet is perfectly located steps from the walking path to Thornwood Park and Harper Elementary School, allowing for the best of both worlds of privacy and convenience. In addition, the […]
So you’ve missed the big summer real estate market, and you’re left thinking, “Now what?” Have no fear — according to expert brokers Kathryn Bader Mangel of Team Mangel at @properties, Kathy Hartsig of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage and Katie Traines of @properties, there are plenty of great reasons to shop right now. Here are […]
Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Builder A. Perry Homes It’s a four-peat for this family-run business known for award-winning architecture and expertly crafted custom homes. 564 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka Best Architect (Suburbs) Reynolds Architecture […]
We know the summer real estate market is usually hot (no pun intended), and this year’s market is no exception as interest rates remain low, but what else do we need to know about moving properties in July and August? We spoke with Janet Owen of KoenigRubloff and Lori Neuschel from @properties in order to find out. […]
If you showed up to a job interview with an ill-fitting suit, an outdated resume and bad breath, you probably wouldn’t get the job — no matter how qualified you are. The same principle applies to selling your house. Even if a house has great bones and is in a prime location, staging can make […]
Life seems like it’s always speeding up. Every minute of every day is filled with commitments to work, home, family and community. Add the blessing and curse of technology to the equation and the expectation is that everyone is available 24/7 with little time to take care of routine items or home maintenance issues. You […]
You remember to get the oil changed on your car, and you go for regular checkups with your doctor and your dentist, but do you also remember to check your sump pump or water heater on a quarterly basis, or clean out your dryer exhaust vents regularly? They may not sound as important, but these tasks […]
Chicago winter has gone easy on us this year and it’s already starting to feel like spring. Now’s the time to start thinking about that landscape job you may have been putting off. Whether you’re going for a refresh of an existing landscape, a total tear-out of an eyesore left by a previous owner, or […]
