Why Home Staging Matters
Our real estate agents have sold enough homes to know that great staging is one of the factors that really gives you an edge.
Can You Remodel in the Winter?
Updated 11/18/2024
Getting the itch to remodel this winter? You're not alone! Whether you're looking to get out of a seasonal funk, are inspired by this year's trends or just want to modernize your home tech, winter can be the perfect time to get many of those interior projects...
Renovation Budgets Are Climbing: Where Did Homeowners Spend Their Money In 2020?
2020 will forever be remembered here in Chicagoland and around the country as the year when home became much more than home. Over the last year, our homes have served as offices, schools, movie theaters, gyms, and restaurants, among other things — and all this time at home led to a significant amount of interest in renovating and improving the spaces we know and love.
Data suggests that homeowners spent a great deal of time and money improving their homes in 2020. So, as home renovation budgets soared, how did homeowners spend their renovation dollars last year? And where will they spend that money going forward?
Embracing the Sights and Scents of Winter for Your Home Sale
Chicagoland is famous for its legendary winters, which bring freezing temperatures, frequent snow flurries, and shorter days to the region.
As a result of the tough weather and the busy holiday season, the real estate market is often slower in the winter than in spring or summer — making it all the more important for sellers to make sure their property stands out.
Fortunately, while the weather outside may be frightful, winter in Chicagoland is also a chance to showcase a home at its most delightful, especially if you take steps to embrace the season in your staging. Here are seven simple ways for sellers to bring the sights, smells, and tastes of winter into a Chicagoland home:
