Posts with tag 'holiday'

Our real estate agents have always considered winter to be one of the most underrated times of year to list a home for sale. With a less crowded marketplace, this season offers an opportunity to put your home in front of serious buyers only. 

That being said, selling a home during the holidays can involve some additional challenges. This time of year, home staging is even more important. Here's what you need to know about staging your home for sale in Chicagoland during the holidays!

Holiday Home Staging 101

Deep Clean and Declutter

Cleaning is an important first step to home staging, and that's as true in winter as it is during any other season. 

• Hire pros. Even if you usually do all your own cleaning, home staging is a great opportunity to hire professional cl...

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Chicago is a city that understands how to get into the holiday spirit. Every year, the city comes together with a wide variety of events to celebrate in a fun and festive way.

Experience the Holidays in Chicagoland

From dazzling displays of holiday lights to festive Christmas markets, we hope you'll join our real estate agents at these upcoming winter events and festivities in Chicagoland this season!

Winter WonderFest - Chicago, IL

Address: 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Returning this year to Navy Pier on the Chicago waterfront,

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Valentine's Day is almost here, and if you don't have a dinner reservation yet, our real estate agents are here to help. Now is the time to get a jump on a table at one of these great romantic restaurants in Chicagoland. 

• The White Chocolate Grill - 1803 Freedom Dr, Naperville, IL 60563
  With its luxurious contemporary ambiance and expertly prepared American cuisine, The White Chocolate Grill is a prime date night spot in Na...

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Chicago is a city that knows how to throw a party. Never is that more apparent than on New Year's Eve, when the city bursts to life with celebrations, fireworks displays and live performances. If you're wondering how to spend New Year's Eve in Chicagoland, let our real estate agents be your guides. 

• New Year's Eve Fireworks - Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  The annual New Year's Eve Fireworks at Navy Pier promises to be one of the grandest spectacles of the year in Chicago. At 11:59 pm on December 31, fireworks will light up the sky a...

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Our real estate agents love every season in Chicago, but there's something truly special about the holidays. From the festive lights that illuminate the Magnificent Mile to the city's official Christmas tree in Millenium Park, there's always a lot to experience around Chicagoland this time of year.

If you want to bring some of that holiday cheer into your home, here's how to deck the halls in your Chicago home this December. 

• Up Your Candle Game
  'Tis the season to illuminate your home with candlelight. The warm glow of candles provides a warm holiday atmosphere, especially for family dinners. Choose some lively ornamental candle holders to pair with candles in holiday colors. If you're concerned about open flames, choose a battery-powered candle — many of them are al...

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