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Chicagoland is famous for its legendary winters, which bring freezing temperatures, frequent snow flurries, and shorter days to the region.  As a result of the tough weather and the busy holiday season, the real estate market is often slower in the winter than in spring or summer — making it all the more important for sellers to make sure their property stands out.  Fortunately, while the weather outside may be frightful, winter in Chicagoland is also a chance to showcase a home at its most delightful, especially if you take steps to embrace the season in your staging. Here are seven simple ways for sellers to bring the sights, smells, and tastes of winter into a Chicagoland home: 

"Should old aquaintance be forgot…"  The start of a new year is right around the corner — and that means it's time for singing "Auld Lang Syne," partying all through the night, and making your plans and goals for the twelve months ahead.  According to estimates, more than 40 percent of Americans set New Year's resolutions, but only 8 percent actually stick to their goals. One way to set yourself up for success may be to go into January with a fresh mindset. This year, focus on tackling some simple tasks and projects that can help you move forward with a clean slate and a more manageable "to-do" list. 

Whether your passion is watching basketball, tailgating before a football game, or singing "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" with tens of thousands of your closest friends, the Chicagoland area is sure to have something for you. Here in Chicagoland, we're known around the world for our commitment to our local sports teams, a sprawling roster that includes historic dyna...

If you're planning to sell your home in the spring, then it helps to start preparing as early as possible — even if that means taking action in the frosty days of winter.  There's a lot of planning and many moving parts that go into getting your home ready to sell, particularly if you're hoping to enter the market during the bustling spring season. Taking some key steps ahead of time can help make the entire selling process easier, allowing you to show off your property in the best light and perhaps even set yourself up for a faster, easier, and more lucrative sale.  So, what steps can you take in the winter months to set yourself up for a successful spring sale? Here are three key things you can do to prepare for the spring market, even in the middle of a freezing Chicagoland winter: 
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