Chicagoland's 7 Most Walkable Neighborhoods
Chicago is an incredible city for those who don't want the hassle and environmental impact of owning a car. With amazing restaurants in nearly every corner of the city, easily accessible public transit, and beautiful parks, walking trails, and beaches, it's no surprise that Smarter Travel has named Chicago America's sixth-most walkable city for 2021, or that Walkscore.com has rated Chicago a "very walkable" city.
For those who eschew cars in favor of other modes of transportation, some neighborhoods are more accessible than others. Here we will break down Chicago's seven most walkable neighborhoods.
What To Know Before Your Final Walkthrough
For homebuyers, the final walkthrough is one last chance to check out all the details of a new home before receiving the keys to their new dream home. For sellers, the final walkthrough is the last hurdle between a home under contract and an actual closed sale.
Understanding what the walkthrough is — and what it isn't — can help both buyers and sellers identify and meet their obligations, and can make sure your home transaction closes without incident. Learn more about what you should know before a final walkthrough.
How To Locate Your Property Lines — And Why They're Important
Whether you already own a home or are simply shopping for one, it's likely that you have a vague idea of the property's boundaries. There may be a fence, the edge of a planter bed or lawn, a driveway, or maybe even an outbuilding that indicates where one homeowner's property ends and another's begins. For most purposes, that general sense is enough — after all, most of us have no reason to question a fence's placement or whether a tree is in our yard or our neighbor's. However, there are a number of circumstances in which locating your property lines is a crucial necessity. Understanding how to locate your property lines, and when and why those lines are important, may be one of the simplest, but most critical tasks, any homeowner faces.
How To Make The Most Of Your Outdoor Space This Winter
With the heat of the summer drawing to a close, we're all looking forward to another beautiful Chicagoland fall. But even with dropping temperatures, our outdoor spaces remain a vital part of daily life. Time outdoors has undeniable benefits for mental health, and maximizing our homes' full potential — including having enjoyable year-round outdoor space — is a great way to make home feel like an oasis from the chaos and disruption of the outside world. Learn a few tips and tricks to make the most of your outdoor space this winter.
