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Real estate and community information for Chicago's North Shore suburbs of Winnetka, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Northfield, and Glencoe. Selling single family homes, condos, new construction, and land on the North Shore since 1998. Includes market statistics, sold properties, community events, zoning, sports, restaurants and various real estate opinions and thoughts.

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2012 

Baird & Warner Makes List of Chicago's Largest Privately Held Companies Being a large, privately held company might not seem so special, in and of itself.  However, when that company is hugely successful and written about as "fiercely independent" then it deserves special attention. In Crain's Li...
04/29/2012
8070 Arbor Lane in Northfield Meadowlake Complex This beautiful townhome located at 8070 Arbor Lane, in the Meadowlake complex in Northfield, now has a buyer's incentive.  Not only is the price extremely competitive at $300,000. but the sellers are now offering 6 months of paid assessments, or $4...
04/26/2012
New Trier High School Will Expand Use of iPads New Trier High School is expanding its iPad pilot program by increasing their use from the current 165 to 735 next year.  600 of the iPads will be used directly by students, sixty will be kept on carts that will move from classroom to classroom, and ...
04/23/2012
The Wilmette and North Shore real estate market has woken up - buyers are flocking back to the market after staying put most of last year.  No, prices are not increasing - but the good news is that they are holding steady - but just so. But your home is languishing on the market?  Why? Consider t...
04/20/2012
UPDATED 2019  Noah's Ark Pet Supplies in Winnetka Noah's Ark Pet Store in Winnetka is owned by Angie DeMars - and as far as animals go, she walks the walk.  Her pet store caters to all things animal, but she is a dedicated and passionate advocate for for adoption and works closely with PAWS Chica...
04/11/2012
  Where to Board Your Pets in Winnetka Wilmette, Kenilworth, and Glencoe Updated 2022This is one agonizing decision! Vacations have not happened because no one could take care of the beloved dog or cat. There are several options for this problem from the mundane to the very specialized.Personally...
04/10/2012
Four-color brochures, internet websites, flyers, and mobile apps are all great ways to market your Winnetka or North Shore home for sale. But the MLS is the single most important tool we have and your home needs to shine there with great photos and descriptions.  Many listing agents don't pay eno...
04/09/2012
UPDATED 2022 Finding Your Perfect Shelter Pet in theNorth Shore Suburbs near WinnetkaThere is no shortage of places to go if you want to find a family pet in the North Shore area.  I am a supporter of recycling -  recycling cats and dogs that is!  I have never owned an animal other than one "save...
04/07/2012
Thinking of getting a pet bunny for your children for Easter?  Please give this important decision the serious consideration it deserves.  Remember, there are always Peeps and chocolate bunnies! It’s Easter time and the pet store windows are fill with adorable baby bunnies. If you are thinking ab...
04/06/2012
   Backyard Barbecue in Wilmette Your Complete Grilling Store UPDATED 2022Some stereotypes are just plain true:  women love to shop and men love to grill.  The Backyard Barbecue Store in Wilmette will easily satisfy both desires.This great store, located on the corner of Greenleaf and Poplar in W...
04/04/2012
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