This Weekend in Chicago

There’s always something to do in the Windy City, and this weekend is no exception. This week we’ve headlined a classic silent film brought to life with music, great live shows in the area, and a fun art project for the whole family. Let’s get to it! The Golem film screening with music by Fulcrum [...]

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Music in the City this Weekend

If you’ve got an itch for some live music on Halloween weekend, here are some live events in and around Chicago that are right up your alley. Friday, October 30th: Rob Thomas @ The Venue (Hammond, IN) Type O Negative @ Metro Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds w/ Frankie Beverly and Maze @ Arie Crown Theater Saturday, [...]

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Home Sales Enjoy Strong September

First time home buyers have been responsible for over 40% of homes sold in the past year. Home sales are up 9.2% overall in September 2009 compared to September 2008, which experts attribute to the first-time buyer tax credit that is in effect on all homes closed between now and the end of November, according [...]

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Video from The Ledge at Willis Tower

The below video shows the view from 1,000 feet above Chicago’s streets. All that separates visitors from the forces of gravity is an inch and a half of glass. But it’s a strong inch and a half: each ledge supports up to 10,000 pounds, or roughly 43 Jay Cutlers. If you’ve been considering a move [...]

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Close-Out Prices at Heritage Homes!

You already know that if you close on your first home between now and November 30th, an $8,000 tax credit can be yours. This information has been in the news for a few months, but New West Realty recently announced close-out prices at 30% off the market price at Heritage Homes!

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