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Chicagoland Fall Festivals You Won't Want to Miss
Our real estate agents love fall in Chicagoland. Time to enjoy the crisp breeze, sip a pumpkin latte from one of our favorite Chicago coffee shops, and check out some of the fall festivals and events that pop up this time of year. If you really want to get into the spirit of the autumn season, you'll have ample opportunity to do so in Chicago this fall.
Sonny Acres Farm Fall Fest - West Chicago, IL
Address: 29W310 North Ave, West Chicago, IL 60185
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The Best Chicagoland Apple Orchards for Fall Fun
Fall is in the air, which means apples are almost ready to harvest in Chicagoland. Some of the richest farmland in America is within an hour's drive of Chicago, and dozens of orchards in and around northern Illinois offer apple picking this time of year. Join our real estate agents for some fun on the farm at these Chicagoland apple-picking destinations!
All Seasons Orchard - Woodstock, IL
Address: 14510 IL-176, Woodstock, IL 60098
Just over an hour from Downtown Chicago, All Seasons Orchard has been se...
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How to Keep Your Home Cool Without Cranking Up the AC
Chicago gets mighty hot when summer rolls around. This is the season to visit our beautiful Lake Michigan beaches and do whatever you need to do to keep cool.
When it comes to staying cool, you might be tempted to close up the windows and bask in the air conditioning, but there are other ways of beating the heat. Our real estate agents in Chicagoland have some tips for keeping your home cool without blasting the AC.
- Open your windows at night.
Sounds simple, right? Even on hot days in Chicago, things tend to cool down as the sun goes down. Open up the windows in your house to take advantage of nature's air conditioning, or better yet, open the windows at opposite ends of the house to create a cross-breeze. As soon as the sun rises in the morning, close the windows and draw the curtains to keep that...
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Hosting the Perfect Summer BBQ: Enhance Your Outdoor Living Space
Nothing says "summer" quite like hosting a backyard barbecue. The smell of food cooking over hot coals captures the mood of summer in Chicago like nothing else, and if you're anything like our real estate agents, you're more than ready to get the grill going.
That being said, you may also be ready to make a few improvements to your outdoor living space before inviting all your friends and family over. Here's how to level up your grill game and get your backyard ready for BBQ season in Chicagoland.
- Upgrade your grill.
If you've been using the same small, cramped barbecue grill for multiple seasons, it may be time for an upgrade. Especially if you're planning on hosting a get-together with lots of hungry guests. Charcoal grills are ideal for smoking meats and slow-cooking ribs and brisket, but gas gril...
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Summer Fun Runs: Upcoming 5Ks
This glorious summer weather is a great excuse to get outside and get active in Chicagoland. Luckily, there are some great summer fun runs coming up that offer opportunities to do just that. So lace up your running shoes, and join our real estate agents at these upcoming races, walks, and runs in Chicagoland.
- St. Monica Summerfest 5K Run/Walk - 7100 W Carmen Ave, Chicago, IL 60656
St. Monica Summerfest returns on August 24 this year, and it brings a chance to participate in the annual Summerfest & 5K Run/Walk. Kicking off at 10 a.m., the 5K starts at...
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