Posts from July 2025

There's something truly special about warm summer evenings in Chicagoland. As the air cools and the sun sinks down, it's the perfect time to enjoy the city's outdoor attractions.

Watching a movie out under the stars is one of our real estate agents' favorite ways to spend a night in the Chicago area. Whether you're a film buff or simply want an easy, family-friendly activity for the evening hours, these summer outdoor movie nights might be just what you're looking for. 

• Movies at Gallagher Way - 3635 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613
  Located adjacent to Wrigley Field in Chicago's lively Wrigleyville neighborhood, Gallagher Way is an open-air green space that hosts a wide range of public e...

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We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new in-house Image Services division, which will deliver high-impact visual marketing solutions for Baird & Warner agents and clients. 

Our new Image Services division will be led by Shannon Lange, former area sales and account manager for VHT Studios and Matterport, where she worked with the region's largest brokerages. It will offer professional photography, immersive 3D virtual tours, floor plans, videography, and aerial drone footage, all designed to help agents attract more buyers, sell properties faster, and strengthen their personal brands. 

"With the sudden closure of VHT Studios, we saw an opportunity to do what we do best: innovate and build an in-house capability that not only maintains, but enhances the marketing tools available to our agents and customers," said Laura Ellis, chief strategy officer an...

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If you're thinking about selling your home, searching for a new one, or working as a real estate agent, it's important to understand your options when it comes to listings. Most homes today are listed on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) — a central database used by real estate professionals to list properties for sale. The MLS is also the source that powers popular home search sites like Zillow, Redfin, Trulia, Realtor.com, and others. Here in the Chicagoland area, there is also a Private Listing Network (PLN), which is a subset of the MLS where listings can be shared among agents before becoming publicly available. You may have also heard about a third option — "pocket listings" or "office exclusives." These are real estate listings that are exclusive to a particular real estate brokerage's private website — that means they're not shared with the public nor any agents outside the listing brokerage. 

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In addition to popular rooftop bars, restaurants, and event spaces, many homes in the metro area come with a rooftop space for outdoor relaxation — it's one of the best ways to maximize your greenspace in an urban setting. If your rooftop space could use a refresh, or has felt like more of an afterthought, our real estate agents are here to help with inspiration that's both stylish and budget-friendly.

• Install a hanging chair, swing, or hammock. 
  Capture that breezy, relaxing vibe by installing a modern hanging chair or swing. Look for models with self-supporting stands if your rooftop doesn't allow for ceiling mounts. It's an easy way to add a playful, lounge-ready touch to your rooftop setup.
  
  
• Add planters with tall greenery.
  Even if you don't have soil to dig into, you can still enjoy greenery above the city streets. After all, certain plants will enjoy the direct sunlight, can thrive in this rooftop envir...

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Made up of a collection of distinct communities that are separated from the bustle of the city center, Chicago's Northwest Suburbs are laid-back and relaxing, with many events and festivals that rival the happenings in Chicago proper. Here's what our real estate agents are most looking forward to in the area this summer. 

• Itasca Outdoor Concert Series - 111 Gigi Gruber Ln, Itasca, IL 60143
  The town of Itasca hosts outdoor concerts at various locations around the city on select Wednesday evenings throughout the summer months. Always free to the general public, the

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