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Hello, November!

As November ushers in the season of gratitude, it’s the perfect time to reflect on finding a home that truly feels like your own. The market may be cooling down, but opportunities are still heating up for both buyers and sellers ready to make a move before the year ends.

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, homes take on a new kind of warmth and charm. November reveals the character of a property in a way no other season can—whether it’s the inviting glow of a fireplace, the coziness of a well-insulated space, or the way natural light filters through autumn leaves. It's a time when neighborhoods come alive with seasonal décor, and homes feel especially inviting as they embrace the transition into winter.

Let’s make this month the time you take the next step toward finding a place to call home—just in time for the holidays!

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Market Updates

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Save Your Energy

Seal up savings this fall!

November is the perfect time to prepare for winter drafts. Use draft stoppers, weatherstripping, or caulking to seal windows and doors, reducing heat loss and lowering energy bills. For a temporary solution, window insulation kits are a cost-effective way to add a layer of protection against the cold, keeping your home cozy and efficient.

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Real Estate in the News

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly when Selling a Property

There are many steps to carry out when selling a property, and some of these deal with taking a true look at the conditions of the place.

Courtesy of Forbes

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Local Happenings

NOVEMBER 16 - JANUARY 2025

Illumination: Tree Lights at the Morton Arboretum

Explore 50 acres of the Arboretum’s majestic trees during this one-of-a-kind spectacle of color, light, and sound.

NOVEMBER 23RD

Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival

A day-through-night, mile-long holiday extravaganza. The spectacular parade down North Michigan Avenue features fabulous floats, giant helium balloons, marching bands from across the country, popular celebrities, musical performances, Santa Claus on Wintrust's grand finale float, The Wintrust Fireworks Spectacular, and one million lights illuminating The Magnificent Mile's 200+ trees.

NOVEMBER 28TH

Chicago Thanksgiving Parade

It’s turkey time! The Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade, a local tradition for almost 90 years, kicks off the holiday season with a fun-filled morning in the heart of downtown Chicago. The family-favorite event was even named the #2 Thanksgiving parade in the country by TimeOut Magazine.

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