Our real estate agents are no strangers to wind and snow here in Chicagoland. In fact, we've learned more than a thing or two about how to keep your home safe, secure, and, above all, warm this winter.
Winter will be here before you know it, and your home will have to withstand all the challenges the season brings. Here's how to stay warm and avoid heat loss in your home in Chicagoland during the coldest months of the year.
Old windows are often extremely inefficient, and replacing them with modern windows can drastically improve your home's efficiency. Look for insulated double- or triple-pane windows that are Energy Star rated.
There are innumerable tiny and not-so-tiny places where cold...
The Chicago area offers spectacular fall foliage, and October is the perfect month to get outside and explore our stunning parks and trails. With colors typically peaking in mid to late October, our real estate agents are excited to share some of their favorite destinations for fall foliage hikes in Chicagoland.
The beautiful Fullersburg Woods is a 220-acre DuPage County Forest Preserve in the western suburb of
Chicago is frequently ranked among the most haunted cities in America, and Halloween is a great time to delve into the spooky side of Chicagoland. From the notorious murders during the 1893 World's Fair to the infamous exploits of gangsters and bootleggers, Chicago's history has many dark and ghostly chapters. Join our real estate agents' on one of these haunted historical tours of Chicago this October!
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.
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.
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!
Just over an hour from Downtown Chicago, All Seasons Orchard has been se...