Chicago Home and Lifestyles – Mobility Actually Decreases Pain!

When faced with physical aches and pains, our tendency is to move less. We forget that more movement is what’s essential to prevent and stop pain!

How An Agent Can Help Alleviate Stress

Purchasing a home can be a stressful experience, whether you’re a first-time buyer or you’ve been through the process before. But that’s one of the reasons that working with a real estate professional is so worthwhile.

THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Abundance of Cheer for the Holiday Season!

This weekend in Chicago offers an abundance of cheer with pub crawls and pop-up bars all decked out for the Holiday season plus more!

Neighborhood News - Chicago Loop, Lakeview, Millennium Park, Navy Pier

Is there anything better than the holidays in Chicago? So much to do…so many memories to make!

Restaurant Review - Robert et Fils

Robert et Fils, which translates to ‘Robert and Son,’ describes itself as “intimate in scale and quaint in detail, infused with the elegance of classic French cuisine and the joy of dining like a Parisian.”

Chicago Home and Lifestyles – Rethink Next Year’s Goals!

We are getting closer to Christmas and hopefully you are on schedule. This time of year, we need to think about our goals for the New Year. If we want to hit the ground running next year, we need to have a plan ready.

Types Of Mortgages You Need To Know About

Before you purchase a home, it’s important to educate yourself of the various types of mortgages you can get so you can make the right decision when the time comes to choose yours.

THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – It’s Christmas Market Time Again!

Ok everyone, we have only three weekends before Christmas to get into the spirit of the holidays! This weekend we’ll focus on various Christmas markets throughout Chicago. Who’s with me?

Neighborhood News - Chicago Loop, Millennium Park, Edgewater, River North, Andersonville

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, truly, and all Chicago is celebrating…join in and embrace Chicago’s many neighborhood celebrations and winter fun!

Restaurant Review - The Walnut Room

Since 1907, one holiday dining tradition has endured in Chicago, whether the physical structure was called Marshall Field’s or Macy's.

Chicago Home and Lifestyles – Restore Order To Your Space

We’re getting to the end of the year so it’s about time to start thinking of New Year’s Resolutions! A major one that should be on all of our lists is decluttering.

Investment Properties: How You Can Make Money In The Short And Long Term

You’re probably well aware that there’s more to real estate than just owning your home. There are countless success stories of people who made a fortune, or even just a comfortable extra income, by investing in real estate.

THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – No Shortage of Holiday Festive Fun!

Still overstuffed and need help digesting your Thanksgiving meal? Well, you’re in luck this weekend as the holiday season is here in Chicago and, as usual, there’s no shortage of festive, fun things to do!

Neighborhood News - Lincoln Square, Lincoln Park, Navy Pier, Gold Coast, Chicago Loop

Happy Thanksgiving Day to all from Dean’s Team Chicago. We are thankful for you! In this holiday season, we wish you warm memories, good health, and glad tidings.

Restaurant Review - Happy Last-Minute Thanksgiving Feasts in Chicago

Thanksgiving is a time for families and friends to gather and count their blessings. Chicago restaurants are making it easy to do both this year! If you’re pressed for last-minute plans, with apologies to Ernest Hemingway, here are some of the restaurants making your Thanksgiving meal a memorable, moveable feast.

Chicago Home and Lifestyles – Make The Bid For Your New Home A Winner

The Real Estate market certainly took a hit during the lockdowns and rise of the Covid-19 pandemic. Fortunately, this year it came back with a vengeance!

Easy Upgrades: Tackle These Projects In A Single Day

It’s easy to get stressed out just hearing the word “renovation.” You’re instantly thinking of having your home life disrupted by construction debris, cluttered rooms, and loud noises.

THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – 2021 Holiday Season Grand Opening!

Come One, Come All to the official start of the 2021 holiday season! Here in Chicago, this weekend before Thanksgiving, expect lots of festive fun as many of our traditional, annual events return live after being on hiatus last year!

Neighborhood News - Chicago Loop, Gold Coast, Wrigleyville, Lincoln Park

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! This week, Chicago’s spectacular holiday celebrations, both downtown and in myriad communities, signal the start of a joyous season for all to enjoy.

Restaurant Review - Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House

Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House is a Gold Coast staple for upscale seafood, and famous for crab cakes, frog legs, and enormous desserts. Thanks to Hugo’s next-door proximity to its sister restaurant, Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse, patrons of Hugo’s can also order Gibsons prime-aged steaks and other specialties at Hugo’s, which is owned by the same company.

Chicago Home and Lifestyles – Thanksgiving Week Prep

Do you have your battle plan set with your cooking schedule and grocery list? I hope so! Monday is the day for you to get everything set up. That means prepping your table and gathering every little thing you will need for the big dinner, down to the smallest detail possible!

Calling In A Professional

Renovating your home can be a stressful and expensive endeavor. How much should you spend? Who should you trust? Who’s the best contractor/architect/designer/etc. in town?