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 | 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 19, 2025 | Buying, Lifestyle, Real Estate
If you’re dreaming about buying that perfect Chicago property with a “boatload of potential,” we need to talk. After helping over a thousand families find their dream homes across Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods, we’ve seen the good, the bad, and the screaming nightmares...
by Ben Lalez | Mar 11, 2025 | Buying, Condos, Real Estate
Hey there, future homeowner! If you’re diving into the homebuying process for the first time, you’re probably finding that mortgage terminology can be a bit confusing, almost like learning a new language. One common topic for first-time homebuyers is the difference...
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...
