Arleatha Kelly's Blog

Posted on 07/11/2022

Work from home: Productive ways to keep distractions low

When you work from home, productive streaks can be interrupted by a slew of distractions. Remote workers have been facing the conundrum of permanently diminishing those distractions while staying on top of their workload. Don’t fret. There are efficient and productive ways to stay on top of your remote work while putting those distractions to good use or...

Home Living

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Posted on 07/09/2022

Oak Park, IL Real Estate Market Update 7/9/2022

Click here to view Oak Park, IL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 06/13/2022

Moving & Short Term Storage: How to Find the Best Solution

Short-term storage solutions are perfect for many situations, including remodeling, staging a home or moving to a new one. Sometimes, when moving to a new home, you may not have room for all of your belongings. You can make this common scenario much simpler with a third-party storage service. However, there are two main types of short-term storage:...

Moving

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Posted on 06/06/2022

Tips for designing art deco interiors

Art deco interior design has been around for over 100 years and is still popular among designers today. If you're wanting to bring some of this classic and always-trendy style into your own home, there are some key elements you can use in any room. Here are some tips and ideas for bringing art deco into your own...

Posted on 05/30/2022

Home refinancing: No-closing-cost refi basics

Refinancing a home mortgage is fairly common, and can make the fees and costs a little easier to understand. In fact, those searching for options typically know about the upfront closing costs, loan origination fees and other fees and costs to be paid to the new mortgage lender. But did you know there’s a way to not pay...

Posted on 05/29/2022

Oak Park, IL Real Estate Market Update 5/29/2022

Click here to view Oak Park, IL blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 05/23/2022

Home Buying Myths: Common Misconceptions Explained

Information and advice for first-time homebuyers is everywhere. Unfortunately, many of the most commonly accepted truths about buying a home are either outdated or false. Here are some of the biggest myths about home buying to help you understand the facts. Myth: You Can't Buy a Home With a Bad Credit Score It is possible to qualify for...

Home Buying

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Posted on 05/16/2022

A Basic Guide to Flood Safety

Floods are among the most common natural disasters homeowners contend with. Since flooding can be caused by many things--hurricanes, heavy rain, thawing snow and more--your home may be at risk no matter where you live. Luckily, there are plenty of simple measures you can take to prepare for a possible flood and stay safe during one. Here are...

Emergency Preparedness

Flood Safety

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Posted on 05/09/2022

The Pros & Cons of Higher Down Payments: What Homebuyers Should Consider

Buying a home requires extensive financial planning. While the widely accepted standard for down payments has been 20% of the purchase price for decades, many are wondering if that’s still required. In reality, there are ways to qualify for a mortgage with less than 20% down payment—even some options without a down payment at all. However, there are...

Posted on 07/12/2022

Video Tour - 700 E 51st Street 1W, Chicago, IL 60615

Luxurious, stylish, and spacious 3BR, 3BTH duplex condo nestled in Chicago's Bronzeville community and bordering the Hyde Park community. Guests can be announced through the intercom system. Once they enter your unit, the bright and airy main level boasts two sunrooms enveloping the living room overlooking the scenic, renowned Washington Park. The master suite welcomes you in through the elegant french doors that invite you into a spa-like environment. The master bath provides the tranquility needed to eliminate the pressures of your day. The hallway, with beautiful hardwood floors and its striking appearance of exposed brick, easily guides...

Posted on 07/12/2022

700 E 51st Street 1W, Chicago, IL 60615 is now new to the market!

Luxurious, stylish, and spacious 3BR, 3BTH duplex condo nestled in Chicago's Bronzeville community and bordering the Hyde Park community. Guests can be announced through the intercom system. Once they enter your unit, the bright and airy main level boasts two sunrooms enveloping the living room overlooking the scenic, renowned Washington Park. The master suite welcomes you in through the elegant french doors that invite you into a spa-like environment. The master bath provides the tranquility needed to eliminate the pressures of your day. The hallway, with beautiful hardwood floors and its striking appearance of exposed brick, easily guides...

Posted on 07/08/2022

7734 S Luella Avenue S, Chicago, IL 60649 now has a new price of $362,000!

Welcome to your newly renovated 5 bedroom 3.5 bathroom Tudor home on a tree-lined street in the South Shore neighborhood. On the main floor, you will find the spacious living room, formal dining room, and a bright kitchen. The huge designer kitchen features custom cabinets, white granite countertops, and S/S appliances. Spacepak heating and cooling system newly installed in 2021. Rehabbed in 2020. Minutes from the beach and South Shore Country Club. Every feature you can imagine and the fireplace adds a WOW factor you won't...