When homeowners think about projects that could increase resale value, kitchens and bathrooms usually come to mind first. But in the Chicago area, there’s another...

A backyard can be a patch of grass behind the house, or it can feel like another place to live. For many homebuyers, that distinction...

When homeowners start preparing a house for sale, much of the attention naturally goes inside. Kitchens get refreshed, walls get painted, bathrooms get updated, and...

Vintage Chicago homes have plenty of character, but energy efficiency was not exactly a priority when many of them were built. Drafty windows, minimal insulation...

Chicago’s older homes have a lot going for them: solid construction, established neighborhoods, original architectural details and layouts that have evolved over generations. But remodeling...

A home’s entrance has an outsized influence on how buyers perceive the rest of the property. Before they see the kitchen, bathrooms or living areas,...

You do not have to choose between remodeling for yourself and remodeling for a future buyer. Unless you plan to sell immediately, your home should...

Remodeling trends come and go, but the updates that appeal most to homebuyers tend to have something in common: they make everyday life easier. Today’s...

Home improvements can increase resale value, but not every renovation produces the same return. Some projects make a home more functional, while others improve its...

Older homes have a character that is difficult to recreate. Original millwork, solid construction and thoughtful architectural details are often the very reasons homeowners choose...