5 Best Uses of Color in Staging

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So you’ve decided to move to a new home or apartment. Congratulations! Whether you’re buying or renting, you’ll surely spend a lot of time looking for a new place that suits your lifestyle perfectly. But one has to also remember to optimize the decor of your former home. This is called ‘staging,’ and it helps you sell your old place quickly and for maximum value. 

One of the biggest decisions in staging comes down to the color schemes of your walls and decor. In this article, we’ll speak about the 5 best uses for color in home staging, and what types of feelings and ideas are expressed from these design decisions.

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What To Do In Chicago This October

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Fall in the Chicago area; you gotta love it! It’s not super hot, but you don’t need an Arctic-level winter coat in Rogers Park just yet. The tourist hordes and the heat have subsided, but there’s still so much to do. Plus, things are finally opening back up again after all the COVID madness. Here are a few great picks of things to do as fall kicks off.

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3 Ways To Style Your Bookshelves

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Oftentimes, a bookshelf is at the center of home, housing the collective conscious of those living inside of it. However, as much as the bookshelf serves a very simple and direct purpose, it can also be turned into a creative masterpiece that adds to your home’s decor. if you’re an avid reader, you may have dozens or even hundreds of books to store, so here are three ways to style your bookshelves. 

Everything needs a place to go, and we have some tips and tricks to make your personal library look great and fit into the decor of your home.

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Rental Round-Up: Bucktown Under 2k

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Bucktown is one of the trendiest livable neighborhoods in all of Chicago. Close to DePaul and downtown, it’s a classic mix between urban chic and the exclusive Lincoln Park area. A popular artists’ and musicians’ quarter starting in the ’70s, both Bucktown and its neighbor Wicker Park have more of an artsy and cultural vibe that’s popular with millennials and families alike. If you’re looking to get in on the action, check out these listings of great living spaces below!

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What To Do in Chicago This September

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Summertime in Chicagoland is great, but the fun doesn’t stop in the fall. It may even be argued that things get better in the Windy City in September, as schools get back in session and many people are out enjoying some of the best weather of the year. Check out some great picks with our list below!

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3 Ways To Maximize Your Entry Space

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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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Chicago’s Best Public Pools

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Turns out you don’t need to go all the way to the Wisconsin Dells for some refreshing summer fun. Chicago is home to more than 50 outdoor public swimming pools. That means that you and your kids or friends can cool off and have fun during Chicago’s hot summer days. Check out our list of the best public outdoor pools for you to visit this summer! 

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Financing Basics for First-Time Homebuyers

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Getting your finances in order is essential if you want to become a homeowner, although first-time buyers will need advice and guidance to put themselves in the best possible position.

With that in mind, here is an overview of the basics of money management that should set you on the path to purchasing a property without falling foul of common mistakes.

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