1660 Hudson

A BOLD HISTORIC HOME IN OLD TOWN ST. MICHAEL’S HIGH SCHOOL

Truly a Home of Reclaimed Chicago Art 1660 N Hudson, Resident #1F, Chicago, IL 60614 By: Annie Alexander, (Updated) August 24, 2019 CHICAGO HISTORY – RECLAIMED! Create unforgettable gatherings at this truly beautiful one-of-a-kind home! History abounds in this big, (nearly 2600 ASF) bold, iconic two bedroom–two bath home in the former St. Michael’s Central […]

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Chicago Changing Skyline

CHICAGO’S EVER CHANGING, BEAUTIFUL NEW SKYLINE COMES WITH A PRICE TAG!

By Annie Alexander Chicago is in a construction roar with numerous completed projects and yet oodles of new cranes operating throughout the city.  The downtown skyline continues to be ever-changing with high-rises. Residential condominiums, office towers, hotels, and educational buildings are among the 40-plus new developments currently under construction.  The downtown plans to deliver 4,000-plus […]

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SEPARATION ANXIETY: HOW IT CAN HURT THE SALE OF YOUR HOME

One of the necessary but essential jobs brokers dread is telling sellers that some things they love most about their home are the very things buyers will like the least. This uneasy, but unavoidable conversation can be hurtful to some sellers, who confuse a broker’s well-meaning marketing advice with criticism – ultimately hurting a quick […]

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AB Homes Staged Living Room

ANNIE ALEXANDER AVERAGES 95% OF LIST PRICE

Staged properties sell 72% faster and at a higher price accordingly to The National Association of Realtors. With years of experience in decorating and staging, Annie Alexander is able to transform spaces and sell homes efficiently and for an average of 95% of the listing price. See the power of staging a home. Click the […]

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950 North Michigan Ave Unit 2604 - Dining Room

THE “OOH AAH FACTOR”

By Barbara Laken and Annie Alexander Anyone surfing Zillow, Home Snap or Houzz who has ever signed a lease, or negotiated an offer to purchase, knows that buying or selling real estate is not strictly a business decision. In fact, when it comes to just about any kind of transaction involving personal living space, we’re […]

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Chicago Condo - White Kitchen

TO ATTRACT THE MOST BUYERS: WHITE IS RIGHT

By Barbara Laken and Annie Alexander When deciding to renovate or rehab your kitchen, it bears noting which color choices are likely to have the most impact on your home’s overall value. According to Ideal Home, “Choosing a white kitchen could be the best decision you’ll ever make… White cabinetry is always a best-seller.” Most […]

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Bathroom Redux - updating to a modern bathroom, before and after project

BATHROOM REDUX: FROM DREADFUL TO DIVINE

By Barbara Laken and Annie Alexander The Problem: How to transform a small vintage bathroom into a sophisticated en-suite spa for guests in need of a bit of serenity and a good shower. When Linda Trilla DiDonato, a well-known Chicago interior designer and her husband, Peter DiDonato, purchased an elegant but well-worn vintage lakefront apartment […]

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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

By Barbara Laken and Annie Alexander According to the United States Bureau of Transportation, visiting friends and family is the single biggest reason Americans travel during the holiday period, with the average Thanksgiving trip logging in at 214 miles – and Christmas/New Year’s holiday travelers exceeding that number, with a whopping 275 miles per trip. […]

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RESALE VS. NEW CONSTRUCTION: FIVE QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU DECIDE

By Barbara Laken and Annie Alexander It’s hard to miss the citywide boom in new construction condos. From shimmering glass high rises in the Gold Coast and River North to Jeanne Gang’s Vista Tower, which grossed over 200 million dollars in sales before breaking ground, new construction condos are dominating the market in many Chicago […]

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