This might be the most colorful condo on the market.
A pair of artists are selling a Rogers Park condo they rehabbed into a vibrantly colorful, inventive space. James Conley and Kurt Heinrich are asking $399,000 for the three-bedroom condominium on Morse Avenue on the western edge of Rogers Park. It was listed yesterday, represented by Lisa Blume of Keller Williams One Chicago. Since buying the condo […]
Waiting to buy in Chicago could mean higher mortgage payments
We live in uncertain times, and clients these days, perhaps more than ever, are asking themselves if now is the right time to buy. Fence-sitters beware, though, says a new study from Zillow, which notes that waiting could mean a much higher mortgage payment down the road. The online brokerage notes that at a 30-year […]
Three Ways to Win in a Bidding War
With so few houses for sale today and low mortgage rates driving buyer activity, bidding wars are becoming more common. Multiple-offer scenarios are heating up, so it’s important to get pre-approved before you start your search. This way, you can put your best foot forward – quickly and efficiently – if you’re planning to buy […]
35 Never-Fail Wall Paint Colors, According to Top Interior Design
The selections of 35 Never-Fail Wall Paint Colors, which range from neutral to pigment-rich, are wonderfully versatile With the seemingly endless variety of color swatches, asking AD100 designers to pick just one go-to wall paint seems like a presumptuous request. And for some, it was. “It depends on the local light,” Ilse Crawford explains. Fellow […]
How to revamp spaces for a fresh start: NEW YEAR, NEW LOOK
Everyone has been hoping that 2021 would bring some new energy to the forefront to clear away some of the negative aspects of 2020. In just the same way, our living spaces and workspaces need an energy makeover as well. Put these 10 ideas into action to reimagine your personal and professional spaces for that […]
Top Ten Eco-Friendly Gifts (that won’t break the bank)
I usually recommend giving experiences as gifts to create long-lasting memories, but it can be hard to do now with so many places closed. While we wait for re-entry, here are some sustainability sourced & eco-friendly gift ideas. With all the time we spend inside, many of these will make your gift more comfortable at home! […]
What’s your silver lining?
Lisa’s silver lining Like the rest of you, I had no idea this would last as long as it has! Though I’ve taken bouts of quarantine quite seriously, I am still working and found a few silver linings that helped me get through the monotonous time confined at home. First of all, I’ve been impressed with […]
Greening your older home and add value & save money!
Our team is passionate about saving money and saving energy within our homes. Especially because it’s so easy! There are so many daily habits that you can start now to make your home more efficient and also help you save money. Stay up to date on home maintenance, turn off lights when you leave the […]
Five Ways to boost productivity!
Need a little bit of motivation? We got you covered! Something as simple as reorganizing your desk or going on a walk can help you feel rejuvenated and motivated to get work done! Here are Five Ways to boost productivity! 1. Freshen up your workspace! Minimalism within your office creates a distraction-free zone. This is […]
How to create a cozy and cute home!
When you start decorating a room, you tend to focus on functionality and color scheme, right? As you should! But you should also consider how to incorporate texture into your décor. Now, how do you create a cozy and cute Chicago home? Adding texture adds points of visual interest & it adds a little bit […]
