There’s no other way to say it: winters in Chicago are pretty darn cold. Thus it’s normal to start feeling ‘under the weather’ or face cabin fever during the wintertime. Not to mention the next wave of at-home orders or quarantines have forced many of us to stay inside without the option to face fresh air on a daily basis. This situation has a name, the aptly-titled SAD a.k.a. Seasonal Affective Disorder. Do you sleep a bit more during winter? Do you feel a bit lower in energy, or just not as excited to do stuff you’re usually into? Yep, you too could be letting the weather get you down…even if it’s just a little bit.

So we’ve got four ideas to help fight the Lake Michigan winter blues and get you feeling good again!

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If you’re on this site, there’s a good chance you’re interested in a new place to live. In fact, more people in the United States moved last year compared to any other in the last decade. Whether renting or buying, FultonGrace has you covered. And whether you’ve just moved in, about to move, or you have some new neighbors…the best way to introduce yourself is with a gift! In this article, we’ll give you five great gift ideas for meeting new neighbors or becoming better introduced to old ones.  Continue reading →

If you ask Chicago residents what’s the ‘hippest neighborhood in the city,’ there’s a good chance that Wicker Park would be high up on the list. Full of both famous-designer boutiques and local mom-and-pop shops, Wicker Park attracts a diverse crowd of foodies, creatives, and families.

Contemporary homes for sale can be hard to find as they tend to go fast if on the market. However, there’s a diverse selection of homes in this neighborhood entering the market on what seems like a continual basis. Restored classics abound here, of all shapes and sizes! If you’re interested in a Wicker Park home, check out our list below and feel free to contact a Fulton Grace agent anytime.

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We know, it’s a long-told tale, it helps to get organized. This is especially true utilizing small spaces or micro properties. Regardless of the size of your home, the first impression anyone gets when entering your abode is often the one that sets the tone. This certainly can be true for your own return home from work, a long weekend away, or a big day out. Your entryway communicates how anyone entering your space should feel and what they might expect to see throughout the decor of the space. However, before we discuss decor, organizing your often smallest space in your home, is the most foundational step.

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We hope you’ve maximized our recommendations on what June had to offer in Chicago. Next stop: our top picks this July! Take full advantage of the outdoors with this list of fun outdoor events below! 

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Humboldt Park is a neighborhood and community on the West Side of Chicago. Humboldt Park is also the name of its namesake park of 207 acres that is situated on the northeast part of the neighborhood. Officially becoming a part of the Windy City in 1869, Humboldt Park has an interesting history that shares insight into the diverse, active and artistic community it is today. Find out more about the history behind Chicago’s vibrant and communal Latino neighborhood below.

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We bet planting an indoor herb garden will be your next at-home hobby and this complete guide will tell you why. It’s easy, accessible to everybody, and has a load of benefits. Some of which include increased productivity, boosts your mood and lowers stress, and can even reduce noise levels! All you eager beginners out there are probably wondering where to start. Don’t you worry, this how-to guide will answer all your questions and have you looking like a pro gardener in no time. 

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Thinking of investing in property just outside the city? Or up-sizing while staying close to the heart of the windy city? This week, we are taking you to Skokie, a neighborhood in Cook County just outside of Chicago. Known as the ‘urban-suburban” village, Skokie has a lot to offer. Its communal yet booming energy has something for everyone. 

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