One of the most common questions among home sellers during this crisis is, ‘Should I take my home off the market?’ We understand that in times of fear and uncertainty the first instinct is to pull back. However, if your goal is to sell your home in 2020, there are a number of reasons why de-listing right now will be counterproductive. 

As we spend more and more time indoors this month, we wanted to share a few ways you can take advantage of being home. So whether you’re catching up on sleep, learning a new skill, or planning your next well-deserved vacation, make the most of it! Here are some things you can do while you practice “social distancing.”

The second you step foot in Wicker Park, you know you’ve found something special. Just a few miles northwest of the Loop, you’ll discover an enclave of the city’s hippest nightlife, restaurants, shops, and art scene.

Whether it’s the aromas of ramen, pizza, or tacos filling the streets; the colorful murals; or the unique specialty shops; it’s hard not to fall in love with this neighborhood. Here are 10 things that captured our hearts:

Selling a luxury home is no small undertaking. It requires a unique level of service and a sophisticated marketing strategy that will generate the broadest exposure to find the right buyer.

Here are a few things to know when it comes to successfully marketing a luxury property.

Grab your green gear and put on your shamrock necklace because St. Patrick’s Day is upon us. Between the parades and live entertainment, Chicagoland is known for St. Paddy’s Day celebrations that draw hundreds of thousands of visitors. This compilation of events highlights some local favorites across the Chicago suburbs.

When a little R&R is needed, Chicagoans often escape to the resort home communities of Michigan, Indiana, and Wisconsin. But what if we told you there was a place, within Illinois, that has many of the same great qualities? We’re talking lake access, a beautiful beach, a quaint downtown, and all-around natural beauty. Drive about 30 miles north of Chicago – or hop on the train – and you’ll discover this gem of a community otherwise known as Lake Forest.

There’s a lot to love about this North Shore suburb, but for now we’ll share 10 things:

Some might say millennials are fashionably late to the homeownership party, but they are about to arrive in a big way if you ask @properties co-founders Thad Wong and Mike Golden. In the latest installment of @properties’ @ the market webcast, the two agree that the next 10 years in real estate will be largely shaped by the generation’s shift to homeownership.

Maybe you want to ditch that gym membership, or maybe you’re looking to shake up your fitness routine. Whatever the reason, Chicago is home to a variety of experiences that offer anything-but-traditional ways to get active – you won’t even realize you’re working out! Not convinced yet? Check out some of our recommendations below. Spoiler: you may even have a little fun.

After a long few days at the office, a weekend getaway can be the perfect way to relax and recharge. It’s no wonder so many Chicagoans flock to quiet waterfront locales in Wisconsin and Michigan to experience the wonderment and rejuvenation that these places have to offer. One destination of note is New Buffalo, Michigan, a town of just under 2,000 people along the Lake Michigan shoreline.

Although it certainly doesn’t feel like spring in the Midwest, the busy spring housing market is well underway.

With more buyers in the market than any other time of year (generally speaking), preparation is key to having a successful outcome and beating out the competition. Here are a few things you can do to have the smoothest possible buying experience:

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