Posts from August 2025
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The Best Chicagoland Apple Orchards for Fall Fun
Fall is in the air, which means apples are almost ready to harvest in Chicagoland. Some of the richest farmland in America is within an hour's drive of Chicago, and dozens of orchards in and around northern Illinois offer apple picking this time of year. Join our real estate agents for some fun on the farm at these Chicagoland apple-picking destinations!
All Seasons Orchard - Woodstock, IL
Address: 14510 IL-176, Woodstock, IL 60098
Just over an hour from Downtown Chicago, All Seasons Orchard has been se...
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In the face of adversity, our agents know we have their backs.
We have experienced many challenges throughout our 170+ year history, and we have always met them head-on with a spirit of innovation and a focus on ensuring our agents can keep doing what they do best.
So, when our longtime photography partner VHT Studios announced its abrupt closure, our team got to work on a solution, always with our agents' success at the forefront of every decision. Within nine days, we launched Image Services, the new photography division of Baird & Warner.
First, we hired a veteran team of top industry talent to help us build and launch Image Services from the ground up. Leading the team is Shannon Lange, a former VHT/Matterport sales and account manager and a licensed real estate agent of 20 years. Working alongside Shannon is Michael Johnson and George Tsakanias, two VHT/Matterport veterans. Together, they worked around the clock t...
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Chicagoland's Hidden Gems: Unique Local Shops and Things to Do
Chicago is the kind of city that you get to know over the course of a lifetime. It's always changing, and the unique atmosphere of each of its neighborhoods makes it an eclectic and energetic city. One of the best ways to get to know it is to do some shopping.
Locally owned shops and boutiques offer a window into Chicago's unmistakable culture and character. These are some of our real estate agents' favorite one-of-a-kind boutiques in seven of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods.
- Milk Handmade - 5137 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
With a focus on ethically and sustainably made goods from local designers, Milk Handmade is a standout fashion bouti...
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You deserve a manager who cares about your business as much as you do.
We believe running your business on your terms doesn't mean you have to do it all alone. When you join Baird & Warner, you get a true partner in your business — your manager.
To us, true mentorship is about providing reliable, consistent support you can count on. From the start, they're invested in building a relationship with you, learning your goals, and helping you build a business plan to achieve them. And that guidance goes well beyond day-to-day business — ultimately, it's about helping you build the career and life you want, too.
And unlike other brokerages, our managers are in the office every day and accessible when you need them most to provide coaching a...
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Navigating Naperville's Real Estate Market: A Guide for Homebuyers
Naperville, Illinois, consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the U.S., celebrated for its top-rated public schools, low crime rate, walkable neighborhoods, and vibrant downtown. This exceptional quality of life, however, comes with a higher price tag, particularly for housing. If you're considering making Naperville your home, understanding its dynamic real estate market is crucial.
The Competitive Landscape
The Naperville housing market is currently characterized as "somewhat competitive". On average, homes in Naperville receive three offers and sell in approximately 48 days. For highly sought-after properties, known as "hot homes," they can sell for about 3% above the list price and go pending in around 32 days. In July 2025, the sale-to-list price ratio for all home types was 100.3%, indicating that homes generally sell very clo...
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