by Ben Lalez | Jan 14, 2026 | Lifestyle
Hello once again, coffee fans in Chicago! Last week, we wrote about the best coffee shops in Lakeview. This week, we’re moving a few blocks north into Andersonville to find out which coffee shops are the highest-rated and most reviewed by customers. We’re the Ben...
by Ben Lalez | Jan 7, 2026 | Lifestyle
Hey, coffee lovers! In the past, we’ve written about the best places to get coffee in Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, and Logan Square. Today, we’re going to be covering Lakeview. Lakeview has no shortage of coffee options, which is great, but it also makes it hard to know...
by Ben Lalez | Dec 23, 2025 | Buying, Condos, Real Estate, Selling
Hey Chicago! Over the past few weeks, there’s been growing news about how Zillow may handle Chicago listings in the future, and it’s raised questions for people who rely on it to search for homes. Today we want to share some insights into what’s happening and what you...
by Ben Lalez | Feb 12, 2025 | Buying, Real Estate
Let’s talk about something that might not be as exciting as picking out your dream kitchen finishes, but could save you some serious headaches and expenses down the road when you’re looking for your next home to buy. After helping more than 1,000 families find their...
by Ben Lalez | Jan 28, 2025 | Buying, Condos, Lifestyle, Real Estate, Relocating, Selling
Let’s start with something we all know – you don’t need a realtor to buy a home in Chicago. With online listings, 3D virtual tours, and tons of free resources, it’s entirely possible to go through the buying process without a real estate agent. We’re the Ben...