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Chicago Facts You Might Not Know
Hey Chicago! We write about this city every single week (we’re the only real estate team that is committed to weekly articles), and honestly, it’s easy because there is always something new or interesting to cover about Chicago. This week, we put together some of our favorite Chicago facts that don’t usually make the standard tourist guides. A few of these might surprise you even if you’ve lived here for years. If this is your first time here, we’re the Ben Lalez Team, and we’ve been helping people buy and…
Spring 2026 Chicago Events – April And May
Hey Chicago! Spring finally feels like it’s here, and April and May are looking like two of the busiest months of the year. Whether you’re into art fairs, film festivals, outdoor markets, or just getting back outside after a long winter, there’s a lot going on across the city and the suburbs over the next couple of months. In this week’s article, we’ll cover all the events that are happening around Chicago over the next 2 months. If you’re new here, hi! We’re the Ben Lalez Team, an award-winning real…
Chicago’s Comedy Clubs and Improv Scene
Hey Chicago! This week, we wanted to talk about the comedy scene in Chicago because it’s something that we’re known for. If you’ve spent any time at all following comedians or watching sketch shows on TV, you’ve probably noticed that a huge percentage of them got their start right here in Chicago! Before we go any further, we’re the Ben Lalez Team, and we’ve been helping families buy and sell homes across Chicago for over a decade. Every week, we publish an article about something interesting or useful in Chicago,…
Why 1 in 6 Chicago Real Estate Deals Fall Through in 2026
Hey there, Chicago homebuyers! This week, we wanted to talk about something that is increasingly important to discuss with your agent: what could potentially happen after your offer gets accepted. We’re the Ben Lalez Team, and over the years, we’ve tracked the outcomes of hundreds of our own under-contract deals to understand exactly why some fall apart. We’re obsessed with understanding the data and what it means for our clients. According to a recent Redfin report, about 17% of residential transactions in Chicago fall through before reaching the closing table….