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Home Improvement Projects to Tackle Before the Holidays
The holiday season is right around the corner in Chicagoland. Is your house ready? The approaching holidays are one reason fall is one of the most popular times of year for home improvement projects. Let our real estate agents be your guides to the best pre-holiday DIY projects.
DIY projects before the holidays
These home improvements are all relatively easy, inexpensive, and DIY-ready. Best of all, they'll help you get ready to host guests and show off your festive side in time for the holidays!
Choose areas to repaint
Few things can completely transform a space like a fresh coat of paint. It's an affordable and easy way to add personality to your home while making it feel fresh and updated. And you don't have to repaint the whole house — just pick a key area or two that wi...
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How to Create a Cozy and Inviting Living Room for Fall
As the leaves outside your window begin to change, there are many ways to embrace the fall season inside your home as well. Decorating your living room for autumn offers an opportunity to create an inviting space that embodies the season. Today, our real estate agents are excited to share these cozy living room decorating ideas for fall.
1. Create an appropriate fall palette.
We all know the colors most associated with fall include warm, rich tones like yellow and gold, burnt orange, deep red, mahogany, and brown. Decorating with colors in this range can instantly create a welcoming fall ambiance, and there are many ways to get creative with fall-themed colors.
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Turn Your Rooftop Space into an Outdoor Oasis
In addition to popular rooftop bars, restaurants, and event spaces, many homes in the metro area come with a rooftop space for outdoor relaxation — it's one of the best ways to maximize your greenspace in an urban setting. If your rooftop space could use a refresh, or has felt like more of an afterthought, our real estate agents are here to help with inspiration that's both stylish and budget-friendly.
- Install a hanging chair, swing, or hammock.
Capture that breezy, relaxing vibe by installing a modern hanging chair or swing. Look for models with self-supporting stands if your rooftop doesn't allow for ceiling mounts. It's an easy way to add a playful, lounge-ready touch to your rooftop setup. - Add planters with tall greenery.
Even if you don't have soil to dig into, you can still enjoy greenery above the city streets. After all, certain plants will enjoy the direct sunlight, can thrive in this rooftop envir...
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Boosting Curb Appeal on a Budget
Homes in Chicagoland don't always emerge from winter looking their best, but with spring flowers blooming and lawns rapidly greening back up, spring is quick to set things right. Spring is also the most popular season to list homes for sale, and if you're planning on selling your Chicago home this season, curb appeal is essential.
Fortunately, boosting your curb appeal doesn't have to involve costly and time-consuming renovations. Our real estate agents are here to offer some simple and cost-effective tips for improving curb appeal, whether you're selling your home or simply want it to look its best.
- Install flower boxes
Flower boxes beneath your front-facing windows are a classic touch that can really amp up your curb appeal, especially during the warmer months. A...
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Single Women Surpassing All Odds in the Housing Market
Did you know that it wasn't until 1974 that single women were able to legally purchase a home without a cosigner? It was a change that came with the passing of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act and was just one of many steps taken toward achieving equity in the housing industry.
Just a few decades ago, financial independence for women was far from guaranteed. Today, single women are making history in real estate, outpacing single men as homebuyers. According to a recent report from the National Association of REALTORS®, single women made up between 17% and 20% of all homebuyers from 2016 to 2024. Comparatively, the share of single men wavered between 7% and 9%.
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