With the madness and celebration of July comes plenty of opportunities to eat delicious food, spend time in the outdoors, and hang out with friends and family. These festivals are a wonderful way to do all three, and maybe sneak a few craft beers or refreshing cocktails in there, too.

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No matter how many times you tell yourself you won’t splurge for another super sweet, trendy dessert at a Chicago restaurant, you know nothing keeps you cool like ice cream and frosé. Here are the city’s best places to pick up some icy treats on the hottest days.

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Chicago in the summer is a different city. Since food, art, and music become the epicenter of all weekend plans, and whether you’re going to be in the crowd of every musical act or eating your weight in ribs, there’s a festival for you to attend this month.

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We’re aware that summer doesn’t officially kick off until June, but the itch for outdoor thrifting, pretending to “know” wine, and craft beer with the crew approaches. Continue reading →

Fulton Grace Realty prides itself on not only staying ahead of the curve, but on setting the course. Constantly striving to improve the agent experience, Fulton Grace has developed its newest innovation, “Boost”. Boost is an agent-centric marketing platform that bundles lead generation and agent branding into one comprehensive and proactive initiative. Since the inception of Boost in early 2017, participating agents have experienced exponential growth in their lead generation and sales volume.

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Buying in a seller’s market can be frustrating, to say the least.  You can expect multiple offers, best and final, and escalation clauses on every place that you like.  This can leave you feeling defeated after weeks of lost bids. While it may seem like you can’t do much to lock down a place you like in this competitive market, there are some things you can do to help come out on top. Continue reading →

Forecast got you feeling gloomy? We’ve got you covered.

The season of unpredictability has arrived. Getting dressed now requires an assortment of galoshes, gloves and sunglasses (and an appreciation for Mother Nature’s sense of humor).

That’s not to say, however, that we should huddle back into our winter hibernation. Ditch the dormancy and brave those April showers with these storm-free solutions. Continue reading →

What’s up in Avondale? Lots. With Logan Square to the South and Roscoe Village to the East, its “up-and-coming” badge was bound to fade. We’re not interested in labels, though. We’re intrigued by authentic Polish sausage, some retro miscellany, and a space that claims to be coffee house, cider bar, music venue, and more. Continue reading →

Looking to invest in Chicago Real Estate? Top producing FGR broker, Jon Stein, shares where to start. Continue reading →

2 halves, 2 wolf mascots, and 1 chance at advancing to the Elite 8. Now, that’s March Madness.

Chicago unites for more celebrating less than a week after river dyeing and other St. Paddy’s Day shenanigans—this time wearing maroon and gold. With 2 wins so far in the NCAA Tournament, Loyola University rambles on. Tonight the men’s team plays Nevada—who’s fresh from upsetting the #2 seed, Cincinnati Bearcats. It’s gonna get scrappy. Continue reading →

You may think sprucing up your home requires an overhaul. Not true. Chicago’s mother-daughter interior design team provides tips on how to refresh for spring—to infuse color, to rearrange smartly, and to put our best spaces forward. Trust in Paper Chase Interiors. We do. Continue reading →

March is here! We’ve curated 11 outlets for getting your green on. Continue reading →

We often overlook the power of good, coffee table books. For eye candy or for our own reading pleasure, it’s important to stock up on bound inspiration.

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If you’ve spent this February showering your world map with “destination” push pins or dreaming of elevated sleepovers past, there’s a place for you. Or maybe a string of uninspired eats has left your palette lustless. Continue reading →

Many who managed to sell their homes for top dollar just before the crash of 2008 have serious flashbacks when they watch the rolling boulder scene in “Raiders of the Lost Ark”. This iconic scene is one of two that works well to symbolize current real estate activities. Continue reading →

Chicago is penning its 11th annual love letter to its eaters. We’re talking of course about Chicago Restaurant Week! Skeptics will warn against overrated or ill-conceived deals, but our love for the event is bigger than that. We count off why in the “ode” below.  Continue reading →

Just over a month ago, The Pink Squirrel charmed the public with “Grandpa’s favorite cocktails and unlimited bowling”. Now that they’ve had a minute to breathe, we rolled out some questions of our own.
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The new year is a great time to think about trends that have run their course and ideas for new trends to incorporate into our designs. It’s a fun opportunity to purge and refresh. Donna Mondi, of Donna Mondi Interior Design in Chicago, is sharing her top five 2018 design resolutions and what to expect in the new year. Continue reading →

The American Dream has been commonly recognized as home or property ownership. In a world where information is readily available with a swipe of a finger, married with the memory of the brutal housing market crash in late 2008, you may have some conflicting thoughts. There’s so much information out there. Oy! It’s enough to make one’s head spin. How are you to know if the next property of interest is the biggest bang for your buck? Continue reading →

Over the holidays, I visited my brother who recently purchased his first home. He told me about his experience of being a first-time buyer: the excitement, the stress, the frustration, and to his surprise, all the unexpected expenses involved in buying and occupying a new property. Continue reading →

Picture this. You’re sprawled out on the couch and realize you forgot to buy for someone this year. Conveniently, you’ve also just contracted “the sniffles”. Right now, you really need Tylenol Sinus, a “Happy Holidays” card, and a thoughtfully curated gift package. And quickly. Continue reading →

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One of the most important aspects of your home search is learning what you can live with and what you can live without. At the start of your search, you may not know the difference between the two. Here are some tips to help you create your “must-have” vs. “nice-to-have” lists. ‘Tis the season for list making anyways. Continue reading →

No humbug here—just a slight aversion to freezing temperatures. We compiled a nice list of things to do at home or out that will keep you toasty and brimming with cheer.
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Before carving turkeys, locating eight gifts for eight nights, or trimming any trees, enjoy a sugar sweep. Beat the bloat by following our list across Chicagoland. Don’t let anyone tell you that scavenging for goodies is counterproductive.
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In 1986, Steven Spielberg released the cautionary tale, The Money Pit, starring Tom Hanks and Shelley Long. The lessons of this film, where the heroes are led by their hearts and not their heads in making decisions about their dream home, are just as valuable today as in 1986. Maybe even more so with HGTV and the myriad of programs available to teach people special strategies to get rich flipping homes. Continue reading →

If Motown’s considered “the sound that changed America,” then Scofflaw’s the bar that redefined Logan Square’s cocktail scene. It purveys inventive gin drinks with a pop-soul soundtrack. But we’re not here to exalt Scofflaw. We’re here to dutifully report Scofflaw Group’s latest and, according to Danny Shapiro most “come as you are” venture—The Moonlighter. Continue reading →

Halloween came early this past Saturday. Northcenter Chamber of Commerce’s annual Trick-or-Treat in Northcenter teamed with costumes, goodies, and local sponsors, including Fulton Grace Realty. Continue reading →

Like any forward-thinking homeowner, we’re always, well, thinking ahead. Just as one season ends, another begins, ushering in a bout of inspiration. From color combinations and winterizing to refocusing and plant hacks, we’ve squeezed it all in. Peel what you will from this handful of trends. Continue reading →

“It’s not just a hair salon.” It’s a little bit of everything — a home to hair, art, and music assembled by Cassie Krepel.

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October’s ripe with candy to hoard, films to half watch/half hide behind a pillow during, and costumes to fashion. Check out these local haunts when compiling the month’s “must” list. Continue reading →

Fulton Grace hunted down the freshest cocktails, so you didn’t have to. Submit to spices. Disco with the devil. Embrace orange. Get too comfortable with The Zombie, though, and your drinks are numbered. Continue reading →

Adopting the Danish idea of “hygge,” or “coziness,” doesn’t mean pulling the plug on modern living. It encourages a more relaxed and genuine atmosphere, honing in on simple strategies for inspiring closeness. Continue reading →

This season commences with the flavor everyone seemingly loves or loves to diss, especially as its annual resurgence creeps earlier and earlier. We’re of course talking about pumpkin spice, which dominates the drink sphere. Continue reading →

“It’s dangerous to go alone!”

You may have been offered this counsel by an elderly cave dweller in Nintendo’s ’86 classic The Legend of Zelda. Or maybe you’ve recently stepped into Lakeview’s newest attraction, The Catcade.
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Palms sweating, heart racing, Benjamin Moore swatches haunting your every move. Relax. While purchasing your first home triggers unwanted angst, there’s help. Follow these tips to ease and enhance your homebuying experience. Continue reading →

Fulton Grace detected a fresh ripple in the city’s restaurant pool, so we followed our nose to 2700 W Chicago, Humboldt Park’s Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar. Continue reading →

Hey, Chicago! It’s The Year of Public Art, so get outside, and behold. Continue reading →

Yes, the 4th is over. That doesn’t mean you need to catapult into retiring your warm weather wardrobe. Don’t close the books on Chicago’s buzziest season just yet. There are still plenty of things to do, movies to see, and hot dogs to eat.  Continue reading →

It’s that time of year again. America’s birthday means sporting patriotic clothes and filling a cooler with Pinterest-sourced goods. It means packing up or camping out to watch sky-high wonder. Struggling to find an experience that fits? We’ll shed some light. Continue reading →

For a handful of Fulton Grace Realty’s most spirited and earliest rising, June 4th was a morning of city-wide dreaming, dashing through color zones, and community.  Continue reading →

If you wandered by 6977 N Sheridan Rd, a storefront bursting with candy-colored balloons would greet you. Upon entering, you may see Kat Connor and Lindzi Shanks demonstrating bona fide teamwork through table assembly. Continue reading →

The scenario: an armful of groceries and the chance to preserve some coin and our planet.
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A new month and 8 ways to enjoy it. Wait no more. Continue reading →

Come next spring, the city will be singing the blues at a more interactive octave thanks to The Chicago Blues Experience. Continue reading →

In the market for a newly-built home? Good news: options are endless. Continue reading →

If you’ve been anywhere worth being in the past few days, you may have witnessed bewitched people sipping fluorescent concoctions. Do you believe? Do you want to believe? Continue reading →

Unable to sell your home? Don’t blame the market. Don’t blame your mom. Read on to discover why marketing could mean the difference between Just Sold and Just Listed…again.  Continue reading →

So you think you can decorate? Instead of just cleaning your home this spring, reinvent your lifestyle with SPRIDD. IKEA’s bold, new collection packs punch and punctuation, literally.  Continue reading →

Wilson Ave might as well be the unofficial cafe capital of Uptown, nay, Chicago. Greet 4 favorite coffee shops within a half mile of each other. Prepare to be buzzed. Continue reading →

Celebrating the day everyone claims Irish lineage? More of a spring equinox supporter? Regardless of your connection to the annual holiday, here’s a mix of events, openings, and extracurriculars you should know about.  Continue reading →

Chicago Agent Magazine recognizes FGR’s Owen Duffy as one of the fastest growing agents in Chicago. Continue reading →

It’s a small world after all. John Morris’ homey paper creations agree. See what Chicago architecture looks like on a micro scale. Continue reading →

Two Northside neighborhoods attract with German homage, diverse artisans, history, and our mayor’s home. Explore this nest of Chicago charm with the following guide. Continue reading →

If someone told you that you could live in Chicago rent-free, would you believe them? Or laugh at the seemingly absurd idea? Continue reading →

Albany Park, Oak Park. City, suburb. So? Check out two FGR listings to see what the $700,000-$750,000 range offers in the city versus the suburbs. You might be surprised.

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A juicy trifecta is served: Chicagoland, real estate, and a cross-country fast food fight. These are the ingredients of McDonald’s rise.  Continue reading →

“Highest and Best: How to win the bidding war when purchasing or renting a new home”

You finally found it!  The home or apartment of your dreams!  Unfortunately, you’re not the only one that found it…

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A new year ushers in pressure to resolve old habits, expedite health goals, and adopt a fresh attitude. It’s also a chance to see your surroundings with a year wiser eyes. Chicago is waiting. Get out there, and play! Continue reading →

The best part about the Holidays is that you get to choose what makes you feel at home. Continue reading →

Looking to invest in Chicago Real Estate? Top producing FGR broker, Jon Stein, shares where to start.
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Going up? Fulton Grace Realty is. Get the story on our featured developments: 14 brand new condos, booming West Town constructions, and fresh suburban gems. Continue reading →

“First we’ll make snow angels for two hours, and then we’ll go ice skating, and then we’ll eat a whole roll of tollhouse cookie dough as fast as we can, and then to finish, we’ll snuggle.” Match Buddy the Elf’s enthusiasm with even more ways to embrace the holidays. Continue reading →

With a nail-biting MLB championship and turbulent election ending, it’s time to “shed leaves” of months past and move forward with thanks. You might even add a few layers, depending on the unseasonable warmth. Swallow all that this time and city have to offer with the following guide.
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After 108 years, Chicago’s lovable losers have finally clinched another World Series title. Now, it’s your turn to score. Feast on fresh Wrigleyville BBQ. Demolish goat-filled dishes. Track some freebies. And most importantly, fly the W.
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