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Here in Chicagoland, the weather outside can be frightful — but the winter scenes can be oh, so delightful! From the city to the suburbs, our region has plenty of locations where you can find gorgeous winter landscapes perfect for making the most of the season.  Especially now, seeking out these stunning winter vistas can be a great opportunity to get a new perspective and a bit of fresh air. Ready to really rediscover the beauty of Chicagoland in this unusual winter season? Bundle up and fire up the GPS as you walk or a drive through these gorgeous winter landscapes:

So long, 2020! The beginning of a new year is a great time to reset and refresh — and your home is a wonderful place to get started.  Studies show that people tend to stick to their New Year's resolutions for longer when the environment is set up for their success. Moving into 2021, take some time to make your home a place that inspires you to be your best, and a spot where you can be truly comfortable throughout the day. Ready to let go of the old and welcome in the new? Here are some ideas for refreshing your home as we move forward into 2021:

The COVID pandemic has dramatically changed how we work, learn, and connect with friends and family. In particular, shelter-in-place restrictions led to a large increase in the number of Americans working from home over the past year.  And while pandemic restrictions will lift eventually, many people seem set to continue with remote work moving forward into the future — a trend that could significantly impact both where people want to live, and what features they'll be looking for in their next homes. 

The State of Remote Work In 2020 and 2021

More Americans than ever shifted to remote work as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. According to data from Gallup, about 62 percent of employed Americans said that they were working from home at least some of the time as a result of the crisis. 

The holiday season is a wonderful time to give back — but it's also important to remember to look for ways to show your support even after the holidays are over. Fortunately, there are all sorts of ways to make a difference in our Chicagoland community and keep the spirit of giving alive, all year long. Here are some important ways to supporting your favorite local businesses and charities as we enter 2021: 

As the holiday season starts to draw to a close, it's important to give yourself plenty of time to clean up as you head back into real life — and the start of a new year. This is particularly important in 2020, as we all do our part to stay healthy and keep our communities safe.  Fortunately, that post-holiday deep clean can provide a great opportunity to decompress, transition out of the holiday mindset, and set your home up for the rest of winter.  Feeling intimidated by those dirty dishes or that mountain of discarded wrapping paper? We're for you. Here are a few handy post-holiday cleaning guidelines that you can use to tackle each room with a plan — so you can get back to enjoying your comfy, cozy winter in no time: 
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