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What makes your managing broker special?

Allyson Hoffman Agent RE/MAX North Northbrook Dolores Sharlot, RE/MAX North managing broker, is special because of a combination of factors, including her commitment to continuous improvement and education of all RE/MAX North agents, her ready and ever-present availability, her

1214 Lakeshore Blvd., Evanston – $2,400,000

Co-op commission 2%-$150 This home features lakefront living and scenic views. With four bedrooms and five and one-half bathrooms, this lannon stone home received a total renovation in 2004 with consideration to traditional details and artistic flair. There is

Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Riviera Maya, Mexico AT A GLANCE Stretching beside the worldÕs second largest coral reef, the Riviera Maya features glistening beaches, lush jungles, ancient ruins and bohemian playgrounds. The turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea offer a variety of nautical

Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Riviera Maya, Mexico AT A GLANCE- Stretching beside the world’s second largest coral reef, the Riviera Maya features glistening beaches, lush jungles, ancient ruins and bohemian playgrounds. The turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea offer a variety of nautical

1214 Lakeshore Blvd., Evanston – $2,400,000

Co-op commission 2%-$150 This home features lakefront living and scenic views. With four bedrooms and five and one-half bathrooms, this lannon stone home received a total renovation in 2004 with consideration to traditional details and artistic flair. There is

Adam’s Rib Ranch

Eagle, Colorado AT A GLANCE With the increased popularity of Vail Valley as a top tourist destination, thousands of visitors a year are migrating to the Rocky Mountains to build vacation or permanent residences. As a result, communities like

Cool Blue

Koh Samui, Thailand AT A GLANCE Koh Samui has it all, from exploring the exotic Buddhist temples and the golden Big Budda statue, to elephant trekking in the jungle, haggling for goods at the local markets, getting your adrenalin

Gilberts Town Center, Gilberts

Gilberts Town Center is a master-planned community that will include both single-family homes and luxury townhomes when complete. The community features acres of open space, winding streets, numerous cul-de-sacs, tot lots and bicycling and walking trails. The Ryland Homes

22 Reasons to Use Twitter

By Nicole Nicolay Recently, I was invited to take part in a top-secret Twitter mission. I received a request from JulieTweets to arrive at a red door in San Francisco by 12:30 sharp. Thanks to GPS (asking the parking

Kingston on Lake Oconee

Buckhead, Georgia AT A GLANCE Just minutes from the gates of Kingston on Lake Oconee are the historic towns of Madison and Eatonton. The area is rich with antebellum and Victorian homes, unique shops, quaint cafes, galleries and museums.

Will It Work in D.C.?

Transitioning Washington to the Chicago Way By Brian A. Bernardoni As perceived by many, the Chicago Way is a get it done or make it happen style that is big on results and brutally short on diplomacy. It involves

216 Tomahawk Lane, Barrington – $524,900

Co-op commission 2.5%-$100 This three-bedroom, three-bathroom ranch home sits on a one-half-acre wooded lot in Tower Lakes and comes with lake rights. The recently remodeled gourmet kitchen features granite countertops and black appliances. The bathrooms have also been recently

5540 N. Wayne Ave., Lakewood Balmoral – $769,900

Co-op commission 2.5%-$150 This Arts and Crafts home in Lakewood Balmoral has three bedrooms and two and one-half bathrooms. This two-story home has natural wood trim, stained glass accents throughout and a leaded glass built-in hutch in the separate

506 S. 7th St., St. Charles – $809,000

Co-op commission 2.5%-$100 This newer Victorian home sits on a lush lot with a brick patio and walks. Featuring intricate trim and hardwood floors, this home has high ceilings, an office and a second floor laundry room. The kitchen

If you were to give an “outstanding achievement” award to somebody in the real estate industry, who would it be and why?

Adam L. Dontz VP, Acquisitions & Government Relations Gladstone Special Asset Solutions North Aurora I would award David V. Bolger, founder and president of Gladstone Builders & Developers, for many reasons. First, his success in a down market; Gladstone

Will It Work in D.C.?

Transitioning Washington to the Chicago Way By Brian A. Bernardoni As perceived by many, the ÒChicago WayÓ is a Òget it doneÓ or Òmake it happenÓ style that is big on results and brutally short on diplomacy. It involves

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