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Fall is the perfect season to get your home clean and cozy for winter and the holiday season. Complete household chores and maintenance that you may have neglected during the summer with our handy Fall maintenance checklist. The heat of summer has passed, and the weather is still mild enough to be outdoors to get […]

It’s back to school time in Chicago. As a parent, you try to make sure your kid or kids are organized as possible. You give them a pencil case to store all their pencils, pens, erasers, etc. They have planners and binders to keep track of assignments and store notes and other documents, but how

After watching friends and family fall in love with their downsized homes, you’re thinking of making the move to a smaller abode yourself. But you’re worried: How do you know if downsizing is right for you, and should you really sell the old home you love so much? If you’re curious about downsizing, read on

If you sell your house today, where is the best place to live? If you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a good time to get back into the market. That’s because today’s market is undergoing a shift, and

Chicago is a pooch-friendly place, with no shortage of activities that dogs and humans can enjoy together. Here are seven fun things to do with your dog in the Windy City. 1. Go To The Park Chicago has tons of parks where you can walk your dog on a leash, and plenty of dog parks

Need a change of scenery? Load up the car and hit the road on one of the best road trips from Chicago No coast? No problem. Summer is approaching, and it’s the perfect time to embark on a scenic road trip from Chicago. Whether you prefer sipping bourbon in Louisville, hiking in Eau Claire or sunbathing in Door

Most of us look forward to vacations for an opportunity to enjoy a few stress-free days away from the pressures of work and life. You’ll want to make sure that while you’re away, your home is safe and secure. The most obvious option is to invest in a high-end home security camera or a top

Want to make a move? The good news is that there is no “right” or “wrong” time to buy a home – it all depends on when you’re personally and financially ready. Be prepared: While reality TV shows make homebuying look like a snap, in real life it can be an involved process. And it’s

Among other things, you’ll want to think about rental challenges and the housing market. Once you are closing on the vacation home you’ve just bought, you may actually need a vacation. In other words, if you are pondering purchasing a vacation home, it’s quite a process, and there’s a lot to think about first. Here

Cooking without gas is a great alternative for anyone concerned about IAQ and energy efficiency. If it’s something you’re interested in, consider induction cooktops. They rely on electromagnetic energy that transfers heat directly into cookware, and the induction method reduces cooking time, saves energy, and can improve air quality. Read more about how induction cooking