Someone recently brought up painting the interior of your home a neutral color in order to stage it. We hear about staging all the time, but what is it? I’ve seen it used on an empty property, where they bring in the minimum of furniture and plants to make it looked “lived in.” Everything is neutral and […]
Great lake access isn’t just available in downtown Chicago. If you venture north or south of the loop, you can come across some areas that are literally right on the lake- with private beach access. (Meaning no Lake Shore Drive or bike paths to block you.) Last time I talked about private beaches, I […]
There is just something about the 1920s that evokes glamour in Chicago architecture. Check out Casa Bonita, at 7350 N. Ridge Blvd., in Rogers Park. Built in 1928, it is a terra cotta masterpiece of 66 units, complete with an indoor pool, billard room, and library. Unit #21B: 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1200 square […]