Assisting my clients in prepping their homes for sale is sometimes a joy - and sometimes not. A lot of people don’t want to hear that it’s time to throw out their fraternity paddles; finally give away the ugly dishes they inherited from their great grandmother’s cousin; and paint over the (exhausted?) dancing fairies still lingering on their daughter’s bedroom walls. These are hard truths, and it always falls on my shoulders to give it to you straight.
But there’s always one aspect of a house which I struggle with: plants. I really don’t get them. I’m not sure what they’re doing there, how they add any joy to our lives, why people pay money for them, how they’re taken care of, and why they’re allowed to thrive and outlive us all.
In a listing appointment this week, I toured a house which I think was gorgeous; but I couldn’t really see it behind the vines snaking around the windows, over the cupboards, in and out of the banisters, and even creeping into the shower. Scary stuff. When I hinted that we may have to do something with these plants to make the house show-ready, you would have thought that I was insisting the sellers send their first-born son to North Dakota or somewhere.
The fondness many of my clients have for their plants often puts us at odds - especially when I suggest they shove them in the basement closet or in the dumpster in the alley. The good thing is that I do have members of my team (and in my household) who actually have and like plants - and together we figure out where to put them and how to make your house shine.
Just know that if I can tackle the plant dilemma, there is no hurdle we can’t face in getting your house ready for market.
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Christkindlmarket Chicago
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The German Christmas Market is back in person, providing a safe outdoor experience in Chicago for the whole family.
The authentic Christkindlmarkets in Downtown Chicago and at Gallagher Way in Wrigleyville are a unique ADMISSION-FREE experience. The smell of roasted nuts, fresh pretzels, bratwurst and hot spiced wine, the sound of festive music, and the glimmer of sparkling Christmas ornaments, all in a cozy atmosphere – a visit to the market takes all your senses on a journey! V
isitors can explore vendor products from around the world, participate in special events, and enjoy the unique shopping experience. Children can sign up for the Kinder Club Newsletter and download free Kinder Club activities.
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It's a Wonderful Life - Live!
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George Bailey – the Everyman from small town Bedford Falls whose dreams of escape and adventure were stopped by family obligation and civic duty – has fallen onto desperate times. Only a miracle can save him from despair. Filled with original music and classic holiday carols - and now at Victory Gardens Theater - this warm tale “is the don’t-miss show this holiday season!” (Chicago Tribune).
For over 20 years, American Blues Theater has treated audiences to a live retelling of the Frank Capra classic in a 1940s radio broadcast tradition, making It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! the second longest-running holiday play in Chicago!
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5 Bed | 3.1 Bath Bucktown
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950 N. Michigan Ave, #2203
3 Bed | 3.1 Bath Michigan Avenue
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3 Bed | 2 Bath East Lincoln Park
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3 Bed | 2 Bath East Lakeview
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320 W. Oakdale Ave, #2003
2 Bed | 1.1 Bath East Lakeview
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3 Bed | 3.1 Bath Michigan Avenue
Amazing home in the sky with mesmerizing views.
To be offered at $1,975,000
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5 Bed | 5.1 Bath Lincoln Park
Fabulous newer custom single
family home.
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1040 N. Lake Shore Dr, #25D
3 Bed | 3.1 Bath Gold Coast
Exquisite renovation in prime tier at The Carlisle.
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3 Bed | 4.1 Bath East Lakeview
Dreamy vintage SFH with unexpected delights at every turn
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7 Bed | 4 Bath Lakewood/Balmoral
Handsome 2-flat with new 4 bed/3 bath owner's duplex down.
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900 N. Lake Shore Dr, #1109-1111
3 Bed | 2.1 Bath Streeterville
Mies reimagined in knock-out
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3400 N. Lake Shore Dr, #2D
4 Bed | 3.1 Bath East Lakeview
Renovated Beaux Arts
Masterpiece
To be offered at $1,299,000
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Modern. Vintage. Architectural. Cool.
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And everything in between.
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Check out previous "Into the Weekends" here.
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