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This Earth Day, spend a little time making your house more eco-friendly. The impact of climate change is more apparent with each passing year. Many of us want to live more sustainably, but it can be hard to know where to start. And with inflation on the rise, finding the money to make meaningful changes […]

As the snow disappears and the weather warms up in Chicago, the thaw of spring marks the best time to sell your home. Here is your home maintenance checklist to get your home ready to sell this Spring. But as buyers come out of the woodwork in droves, they’ll be on the hunt for a

In the past few years, decluttering your home has become very popular. With TV shows like Hoarders that point out the potential dangers of too much consumerism, combined with the rise of minimalism, people are hopping on board with the lifestyle that favors owning less in order to reduce stress and live a more meaningful

Buying a property is an involved and time-consuming process, but it doesn’t always have to be overwhelming. If you know what steps to prepare for and have the right agent by your side, you’ll find the perfect home in your price range. Step 1: Find a great real estate agent. While you are buying a

Buying a first home with your new spouse is one of the most exciting major life purchases you will ever make—and one of the most stressful. From house searching, to figuring out the finances, to finally signing on the dotted line—the process can feel like an emotional roller coaster at times. Here are four essential

If you’re looking to buy a home, you may be wondering how your student loan debt could impact those plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off your student loans before you can buy your first home? Or could you qualify for a home loan with that debt? To give you the answers

Have you ever thought about buying a second home? Do you love the idea of being able to escape to paradise whenever you want, knowing full-well that your favorite accommodations will be waiting for you? Well, if that’s your dream, it might be time to start thinking about how you can turn it into a

The front porch is an excellent gathering space for many reasons. It’s a place to gather with friends and family or relax solo, serves as an extra room to decorate, and is a prime spot in which to display plants, too. It makes perfect sense why “The Front Zone” will be a huge trend in

If you’re a homeowner who plans to be a seller in 2022, you may think the wise thing to do is to wait for the spring buying market since historically about 40 percent of home sales occur between April and July. However, this year’s expected to be much different than the norm. Here are five

When most people talk about curb appeal, at least part of what they’re talking about involves landscaping and other greenery to make your home look inviting. That’s great during the spring and summer, and even the fall to an extent. What happens when the icy winds of winter sneak in, though, and a lot of