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Celebrate National Dessert Day With These Iconic Chicagoland Desserts
Did you know Chicagoland offers more than just deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs? This city has a serious sweet tooth, too. In fact, some of its most beloved desserts were born right here. With National Dessert Day coming up on October 14, our real estate agents think this is the perfect excuse to treat yourself to one of Chicago's iconic sweets. Below, we've rounded up a few of our favorites.
The Palmer House Brownie
Did you know that the brownie was invented right here, in downtown Chicago? The Palmer House brownie has been in production since the late 19th century,first appearing in print in the Sear...
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Empowering Brokers with Baird & Warner's Black Alliance Network.
In June of 2024, the Black Alliance Network became the first affinity group to be officially chartered at Baird & Warner. Founded by Heidi Rogers, assistant manager and broker in the Oak Park office, the Black Alliance began as a means for Black agents within the company to connect with one another and offer mutual mentorship and guidance.
Heidi started by recruiting other top agents to support and mentor newcomers, and the group operated informally for several years before approaching the executive team at Baird & Warner to become a formal affinity group. Steve Baird and his executive team were in full support — thus, the blueprint for affinity groups in the company was then formed.
"There are so many Black agents in the company. We didn't know each other, and we felt that if we could have an organization where we could come together, we could share...
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How to Create a Cozy and Inviting Living Room for Fall
As the leaves outside your window begin to change, there are many ways to embrace the fall season inside your home as well. Decorating your living room for autumn offers an opportunity to create an inviting space that embodies the season. Today, our real estate agents are excited to share these cozy living room decorating ideas for fall.
1. Create an appropriate fall palette.
We all know the colors most associated with fall include warm, rich tones like yellow and gold, burnt orange, deep red, mahogany, and brown. Decorating with colors in this range can instantly create a welcoming fall ambiance, and there are many ways to get creative with fall-themed colors.
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Higher Education in 2025: Local University Spotlight
Chicago is a city that wears many hats. It's a cultural epicenter, an economic powerhouse, and one of America's most architecturally striking cities. And let's not forget, it's also a college town. We've compiled a list of the top colleges and universities in Chicagoland. Take a look!
University of Chicago - Chicago, IL
Address: 5801 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
A private research university that is consistently ranked among the best in the United States, the University of Chicago consists of an undergraduate college plus four graduate divisions: arts and humanities, biological sciences, physical sciences, and social sciences. The university's historic main campus encompasses more than 200 acres in the beautiful
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Chicagoland Fall Festivals You Won't Want to Miss
Our real estate agents love fall in Chicagoland. Time to enjoy the crisp breeze, sip a pumpkin latte from one of our favorite Chicago coffee shops, and check out some of the fall festivals and events that pop up this time of year. If you really want to get into the spirit of the autumn season, you'll have ample opportunity to do so in Chicago this fall.
Sonny Acres Farm Fall Fest - West Chicago, IL
Address: 29W310 North Ave, West Chicago, IL 60185
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