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Joe Pinto - ArticlesJoe Pinto, one of the top-producing agents in the Chicago real estate industry. With over 10 years of experience, Joe brings professionalism and hard work to help you in the sale or purchase of Lincoln Park condos. For more information, visit Joe at ChicagoHomeEstates.com.
Getting Your Home UpfrontAccording to a survey done on luxury amenities in a home, the largest percentage of house buyers (21%) chose a luxury kitchen (no surprises there!). A pool was the second choice at 14% and an in-home fitness studio or home movie theater was rated top by 8%. Bathrooms Bait BuyersIt is also an enhancement that is a good investment. For instance, according to a realty survey, if you spend $10,000 on a new bathroom, you will get $8,000 of it back when you sell your home.An updated bathroom increases the sale price of your home by up to 80% of the cost of the bathroom. Chicago's Navy PierWhen someone is new to Chicago and they ask about local hot spots, the first place that crosses my mind is Navy Pier. There is something about this vibrant, area, where locals and tourists all come together to play, dine and enjoy the incredible views that says, "This is Chicago!" Is Your Backsplash Outdated?Also in line with the metallic look, is the use of reproduced patterned metal ceiling tiles. They form an interesting pattern under your cupboards and can be painted to suit. Copper is an especially popular choice – adding warmth as well as style. Get Kids to Design Their Own SpacesBut by including them in the design of your new home, you help them feel empowered, share with them your excitement about moving, and most likely, discover new and creative ways to meet the needs of everyone in the family. Selling Dog Houses: Becoming a Dog-friendly AgentDog people tend to find one another at veterinary offices, dog parks and the local kennel club. If you are known as an agent who is sensitive to the needs of the dog owner, word-of-mouth is very likely to work in your favor in the dog world. Google Your Next Home: Using Google Earth to Find Real EstateIn order to access these files, you have to download and install the Google Earth. Then, download and open a .kml file. When you're downloading, a little window should pop up asking if you want to open it with Google Earth. Say yes. If it doesn't ask you if it can open it with Google Earth, head over to that little box and tell it to use Google Earth. Can the ChaosWhether it's a bath or a trip to the movies, you deserve a treat (as long as it's not a shopping trip!). Find ways to reward yourself that don't involve introducing more things to your household. The Grass Could be GreenerFresh mulch will suffocate weeds, make your garden easier to handle and keep the soil moist. This cuts down on water use and cut down on the need for harmful chemicals to the environment. Common Sense for Novice Green FingersTall plants that require support such as pole beans are often best against a fence, as this gives them slight support on windy days. You do not have to grow everything in your vegetable patch if it so happens that you have some suitable fencing elsewhere.
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