Posts from December 2025
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Doing what's right for you, in your market.
You deserve leadership that makes decisions based on what's right for you in this market, not from a boardroom across the country.
During a period when many brokerages are consolidating under corporate interests, we're proud to remain fiercely local and independent. Our reasoning is simple — it's what's best for our business, our agents, and the markets we serve.
For over 170 years, we've been the oldest and largest independent brokerage in Chicagoland, and that independence means we have local control — our agents have the resources they need right here in Chicagoland. From office staff to the top leadership, they get real support from people who truly understand our communities and what it's like to do business here.
Whether we're unveiling a new brand, launching innovative tech, building a new in-hou...
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Local Chicagoland Charities to Support This Holiday Season
The holidays are the season of giving, and our real estate agents in Chicagoland are always glad for any opportunity to give something back to the city we love. Being good neighbors is one of the things that truly makes Chicago special.
Where to Donate or Volunteer in Chicagoland
We know we're not the only ones dedicated to helping our fellow Chicagoans in need this season. If you're wondering where you can donate or volunteer in Chicagoland during the holidays, we're here to point you in the right direction.
Christmas in the Wards - Chicago, IL
Address: 1030 E 87th St, Chicago, IL 60619
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Five Things To Do in the Northern Suburbs: Dec. 12–14, 2025
Winter weather has arrived! Layer up, follow the holiday lights, and catch a few can't-miss events this weekend.
Satisfy your sweet tooth at the Hot Cocoa Stroll.
Get dressed for an evening built around outdoor sets, live music, and plenty of themed stops. Visitors can rotate between Santa's open-air photo station, meet live reindeer, and loop around the pop-up skating rink before heading to the cocoa tents for a warm-up. Kids can have fun too, at craft tables and photo ops scattered throughout the plaza.
Date: Dec. 13
Time: 4–7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Hawthorn...
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Eight Things To Do in the City and Western Suburbs: Dec. 12–14, 2025
Winter weather has arrived! Layer up, follow the holiday lights, and catch a few can't-miss events this weekend.
Get ready for the Kris Kringle Pub Crawl.
Westmont's holiday bar crawl returns with a five-stop route that moves from NEAT Kitchen + Bar to Uptown Tavern. Expect a mix of holiday drink specials, casual eats, raffles, and a costume contest that draws out everything from classic Santa suits to full-on themed ensembles.
Date: Dec. 13
Time: 2–6 p.m.
Cost: $20
Location: Various Locations, Westmont
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Five Things To Do in Chicago: Dec. 12–14, 2025
Winter weather has arrived! Layer up, follow the holiday lights, and catch a few can't-miss events this weekend.
Spend the day at the Holiday Fair.
The Chicago Waldorf School's Holiday Fair returns with its sprawling mix of artisan vendors, family activities, and student performances filling nearly every corner of the campus. The longtime event functions as a full indoor market, with stalls ranging from ceramics and jewelry to textiles, thrift finds, and small-batch food goods. Families can rotate between craft stations — candle dipping, silk dyeing, gnome making — before stopping for soup, quiche, or fresh pastries at the food counters. Enjoy live music, a puppet play, and an Alumni Room for a bit of nostalgia.
Date: Dec. 13
Time: 10 a...
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