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We believe in doing the right thing — for our people, for our clients, and for our communities. In fact, we developed our One-Stop Shop model so we could do the right thing for buyers and sellers by giving them the best real estate experience possible. Now we're using our One-Stop Shop to give back to the community during this critical time. 

Here in Chicagoland and around the country, millions of people are adjusting to working from home and enjoying some of the benefits of telecommuting — while also running into some unexpected hurdles along the way.  Many people say that working from home increases their productivity, and this arrangement certainly offers certain perks — including a shorter commute, and more time to spend with family. However, working from home can also mean more distractions during the workday, and a harder time unplugging at night.  In a recent survey, homeowners and renters agreed that more space and better technology are high on their wish lists for a new home.  Looking to make the most of your "work-from-home" space in the meantime? Whether your set-up is a dedicated home office, a dining room table, or simply a stool pulled up to your kitchen island, there are lots of ways to increase your productivity and be creative while working from home.  Here are seven simple, practical ways to make sure your home office really works for you: 

Ready to make this your most sustainable summer ever? As we settle in for another season of warm and sunny days, now is a great time to take a look around your home and think about making some simple green updates. There are lots of concrete steps you can take to lower your household's energy and water consumption, all summer long — including many projects you can tackle in just a few hours. Looking for a few quick and easy green home projects to try this summer? Here are ten ideas to try out for your Chicagoland home. What would you add to the list? 

During the summer months, Chicago is always bursting with fun things to see, do, and experience — and this season will be no different. As we all continue to practice safe social distancing measures, there are still lots of ways to go out and have some summer fun in Chicagoland.  Whether your summertime goals are to go on a trip, enjoy some time in the great outdoors, or simply relax around the house, here are a few ideas for enjoying every second of summer in Chicagoland — while staying safe and healthy along the way!
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