by Ben Lalez | Jul 9, 2025 | Buying, Lifestyle, Real Estate, Relocating
Hey there, beach lovers! It’s finally summer, and that means we have a small window of time to enjoy the lakefront before winter crashes the party at the end of the year. Chicago has 26 miles of shoreline and dozens of beaches along Lake Michigan, so there are lots...
by Ben Lalez | Jul 2, 2025 | Buying, Lifestyle, Real Estate, Relocating
Hey there, Chicago lovers! School is out, and you know what that means! It’s time to make the most of our short summer months, and there’s honestly no city that does summer quite like we do. We’re the Ben Lalez Team, and after helping over a thousand...
by Ben Lalez | Jun 25, 2025 | Lifestyle
Hey there, coffee lovers! If you find yourself in Lincoln Park and you’re looking for a great spot to grab a cup of coffee, we’ve got you covered. Sure, the neighborhood has plenty to offer, including one very famous zoo, but it’s also home to some of the best coffee...
by Ben Lalez | Jun 17, 2025 | Lifestyle
Hey there, Chicago margarita lovers! Summer’s finally here, and you know what that means – it’s time to grab your friends, find a perfect patio, and sip some killer margaritas while soaking up the sunshine. After enduring another legendary Chicago winter,...
by Ben Lalez | Jun 9, 2025 | Buying, Condos, Real Estate, Selling
Hey there, Chicago homebuyers! Let’s talk about something that makes everyone nod knowingly during real estate conversations, even though half of us are secretly thinking, “What the heck is escrow anyway?” You know that moment. You’re talking to...