Don't let the snow get your spirits down! Chicago is alive with winter activities both inside and out. Try something new or return to an old favorite. Here are a handful of ideas you can use to get out of the house and enjoy the white city. Celebration of Winter in Highland Park January 4 Shake off that cabin fever for a variety...
Your sleepy little baby will turn into a very active and curious toddler before you know it. Is your house ready? Baby proofing is a simple concept: take everything your child can reach and raise it three and a half feet high. That may not be very practical, but fear not, millions of parents have kept their babies safe. Use these tips to help you baby proof your home. Outlet...
The real estate market has experienced incredible change since the beginning of 2013, and now there's one question on everyone's mind: what will 2014 bring?
According to Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), in 2014 we can expect to see a six percent increase in pricing for existing homes and a five percent increase for newly built homes...Chicago, Ill. - John W. Baird, prominent Chicago real estate developer and champion of fair housing, open space and historic preservation, died on December 27 in a Glenview hospice after suffering a stroke eight days earlier. He was 98.
Mr. Baird was known for his understated style and dedication to causes that often seemed at odds with his personal financial interests—prompting...When it comes to choosing a paint color, many people don't know where to begin. Color wheels can be over overwhelming, especially if you are trying to choose between five shades of the same color. These five tips will help you narrow down the options and decide on a color that works best with the room—and with you! Work Backwards It is common to assume that the...
