Have no fear readers – luxury is still all around us. Agents have reported that these high-end homes might sit a little bit longer, but imagine the rewards an agent can reap when those puppies sell! If you have

I’ve worked at a number of different companies in various industries, and for me small has always been the way to go. In general, I’ve always felt more at home in smaller environments. So when it was time for

To be honest, I didn’t know much about active-adult communities before we began this issue. Now that I’ve done my research and recently visited one, I’m ready to sign up. I might not fit in for a few more

When I worked in Hollywood, networking was a huge part of my job. Every night I had to set up “drinks” with someone at some company or another and we’d sit at a pretentious restaurant and make small talk

Though it comes around twice a year, I never tire of preparing for the new construction issue. There are long hours involved and tons of listings to sift through, but I get the chance to become intimately involved with

I love March. Not only does it signify that warm weather is around the corner, but it is also home to my favorite sporting event: March Madness. It is appropriate that our Top Producer issue comes out in March,

While baby boomers specifically refer to those that were born immediately after World War II, the term has a cultural significance that makes it much broader. This generation is often associated with wealth and a healthy idealism. The boomers

I don’t have to tell you that the mortgage world can be confusing. With all of the new rules and laws emerging seemingly daily, there is a lot to keep up with. Now with a new administration in office,

I’m not going to lie, 2009 hasn’t started off on the best note. I’ve had a cough for two weeks straight, who knows when I’ll be able to dig my car out of its parking spot and there seems

I have to be honest, our Who’s Who issue is one of the most difficult to compile. Each year, the entire Chicago Agent staff works together tirelessly to create flattering photographs matched with compelling paragraphs to capture the essence

Every year in our Neighborhoods to Watch issue, I proclaim my love for my own neighborhood. Well, since last year’s issue, I’ve moved into a new condo. I know what you’re thinking, “how could she leave her beloved Roscoe

The beauty of the luxury market, and the real estate market in general, is that there will always be gorgeous homes to see. As a Realtor, do you ever stop for a moment and take in a listing and

I’ve never met a person who doesn’t love a great deal. I don’t just mean right now in our “difficult” economy, I’m talking about all the time. When you compliment friends on their new shirt, do they ever brag

The Second Homes issue is one of my favorites for a variety of reasons. First of all, who doesn’t dream of one day having another home to whisk away to when things in Chicago get a little hectic, or

I have to admit, I was skeptical about social networking when it first emerged. Many many many years ago in the dark ages of social media, I — like everyone else — had a Friendster profile. In fact, that

View more in our 2010 Spring New Construction Digital Edition If you listen to the chatter, you’ll hear that the industry is picking up. Agents have told me that they’re extremely busy lately, and things are moving faster than