Are Chicago Two-Flats Making a Comeback?

As 2- to 4-flats in Chicago (and elsewhere I assume) are one of the first type of properties owners walk away from, there might be opportunity there – provided you are willing to do a bit of work.
The big benefit is that with FHA financing, one is able to use the potential rental income to [...]

“Five Guys” – When You REALLY Need a Burger

I don’t eat burgers very often (honestly), so when I do, it better be worth it.
“Five Guys” IS worth it.

It’s a chain without being a chain. The burgers are truly amazing (about $5.59 for a cheeseburger with everything), and the fries are huge.
Five Guys is located at 2140 N. Clybourn in Chicago.

What is the Most Popular Granite Thickness?

Sitting in an open house today, and I just happened to look at the kitchen countertops…
…and I wondered: Why is the most common granite thinckness currently an inch and a half (1 1/2 in.)?

The two factors would be (a) structural integrity, and (b) look and style.
It is without question the most popular thickness right now [...]

Spider from the 34th Floor

Looking South/West from 950 N. Michigan. She’s on the outside of the glass.

Blogs I Love – “The Wicker Park Gadfly”

Found this particular blog while looking for a new restaurant to try. Interesting blogging, an interactive map of locations, and comprehensive.
Includes Bucktown, too.
The Wicker Park Gadfly