by Ben Lalez | Apr 23, 2025 | Buying, Real Estate, Relocating, Selling
Sometimes it can feel like making sense of Chicago’s real estate market is like trying to predict the spring weather. One headline says the market is cooling, while another one says prices are on the rise. Meanwhile, you’re just trying to figure out if now is actually...
by Ben Lalez | Apr 14, 2025 | Buying, Lifestyle, Relocating
Living in the hustle and bustle of Chicago is incredible, but sometimes it’s just exciting to hit the pause button, pack the car, and hit the open road for a road trip. The great thing about living here is how perfectly positioned the city is for a quick weekend...
by Ben Lalez | Apr 2, 2025 | Lifestyle, Relocating
Spring is finally here and the weather is actually showing glimpses of warmth. You’ve been cooped up at home all winter, hiding from Chicago’s brutal winter season. And if you’re itching to get out and enjoy some fresh spring air on a good hike, we’ve got some...
by Ben Lalez | Mar 26, 2025 | Buying, Condos, Lifestyle, Real Estate, Relocating
If you’re thinking about moving to Chicago, you’re not alone. Every year, we see thousands of people moving into our city, drawn in by our world-class food scene, rich culture, and those iconic skyline views. We’re the Ben Lalez Team, a top Compass real estate team...
by Ben Lalez | Mar 5, 2025 | Buying, Lifestyle, Real Estate, Relocating
Hey there, coffee lovers! If there’s one thing we Chicagoans take seriously (besides our real estate, of course), it’s where to find the perfect cup of coffee. And when it comes to exceptional coffee culture in Chicago, Logan Square has quietly become the...
by Ben Lalez | Feb 26, 2025 | Buying, Condos, Lifestyle, Real Estate, Relocating
Hey there, Chicago families! If you’re like many parents we work with, finding the right elementary school for your kids is one of the biggest factors in your home search. Over the last decade, we’ve helped over a thousand families find their perfect...
