Chicago Real Estate Blog

Real estate sales can be an emotional roller coaster for both buyers and sellers. From finding your dream home to the intricacies of selling your home it’s important to work with an experienced real estate broker who can help you …

Chicago’s summer festivals provide a kaleidoscope of experiences, reflecting the city’s cultural vibrancy and diversity. With a plethora of electrifying live music performances, mesmerizing art installations, tantalizing global cuisines, and cultural celebrations from around the world, Chicago’s summer festivals in …

Key Value Points: Empowers YOU with expert market insights Helps you focus YOUR search Gives YOU access to private and pre-market listings Expertly negotiates on YOUR behalf Makes YOUR closing smooth and stress-free At The Dobbs Group, we understand the …

Like the vast majority of buyers who I have worked with in the past 23 years, most buyers have a very detailed, and often very long list of “must haves” when starting the home buying process. Such is the case …

Selling houses isn’t always a glamorous job where you wear high heels and fancy suits. Sometimes it means rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands dirty by moving furniture, washing windows, or dancing around the house with a broom …

By way of introduction, I am the Director of All Things Beautiful with The Dobbs Group; I chose “beautiful” for my title because marketing and brand development are now more magical and creative than just a slick print ad or …

I am thrilled to share that the 2023 real estate market is bright for several reasons – stabilizing market conditions, substantial return on investment for sellers, a thriving and active market, high rental costs encouraging homeownership, and a return to …

North Shore Exchange specializes in selling gently used designer fashion, furniture, and homewares. Not only are they a great resource for buying and selling quality goods, but they have a wonderful mission where 100% of profits go to Chicagoland charities …

Looking for fun and free things to do in Chicago? Here are two tips from Debra, a local Chicago neighborhoods expert: The 606, also known as the Bloomingdale Trail, begins in one of Chicago’s favorite neighborhoods, Bucktown, and offers a …

I cannot remember when I did not have at least one adopted dog in my life and as many as 4 (including a rescue from Alive!) I like to think I would do just about anything for my doggies, but …

Greetings, At our monthly sales meeting last week Friday I asked my two trusted lenders (full disclosure, one of the two is my brother, and go-to lender of 28 years) to dust off their crystal ball and share their predictions …

Are you considering a move to Chicago? Maybe you already live here but want a change of pace? East Lakeview I consider to be one of the most beautiful, convenient, diverse, and all around greatest neighborhoods in Chicago. With a …

It’s the season to be merry and bright, experience the brightest Christmas lights and customs in Chicago, and celebrate this magical time of year. Here are 20 places to enjoy Christmas lights in the Chicago region. The Christmas Tree There …

Buying a house is one of those classic milestones that everyone sets for themselves. Of course, it’s exciting to look at different houses to figure out which ones are closest to your dream home. But whether you’re looking for a …

As the weather gets colder, it’s essential to take some time to prepare your home for winter. Here are 25 tips on how to do just that: Clean your gutters from fallen leaves and debris. Check your roof for damage. …

Thinking or already on your way to moving to Chicago? With top accolades like #1 big city in the US and second most beautiful city in the world, we think you’re making the right choice. But what lies beneath the …

 The smell of grated lemon evokes a swirl of memories for me (right up there with garlic, basil and rosemary).  A most recent memory is of coming home to find my creative, fabulous and very talented sister in law (also …

Chicago’s West Loop is known for its Randolph Street Market, some of the top Chicago hotels such as Nobu, Crowne Plaza, and The Hoxton, top-tier restaurants (Michelin awarded Mako, Next, Smyth, Elske, and others), and luxury highrise residential buildings. “My …

Whether you are strolling through Pilsen, Rogers Park, Logan Square, or any of Chicago’s urban neighborhoods, you are likely to be enamored by the beauty of the street art. From vibrant and inspiring murals spread across slabs of concrete wall …

Are you preparing to list your home for sale? Already listed and not getting the offers you hoped for? If your goal is the best price within a reasonable time frame please take note of our tried and true Top …

Your home is your castle and you should live comfortably and in your style. Then it all goes out the window when you decide to sell. If your goal is to optimize price and reduce market time, in any market …