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Happy 2026! Did you know that about 11–12% of Americans move to a different home each year?  Whether you're a buyer, seller, or renter, the Booker Group is here to help.

I can now assist you with sales, purchases, or rentals in Illinois, Wisconsin and Indiana.

Looking for housing elsewhere in the U.S. or beyond? Contact us to learn more about our global network of Advisors.  

 

28 Closing in 2025!

Booker Group is proud to have represented 28 buyers, sellers, and renters in 2025.  (15 in Illinois; 4 in Indiana; 3 in Wisconsin; plus 6 rentals.) We appreciate each of these awesome clients who trusted us to assist them in a sale, purchase, or rental.

 

 

LOCAL EVENTS

Free Family Day at the Evanston History Center

8pm - 6pm

  January 3, 2026

Indoor Farmers' Market Square

8am - 12pm 

January 10 & 24, 2025

Immanuel Lutheran: Indoor Farmers' Market

8:30am - 12:30pm

January 3, 17 & 31, 2025

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Celebration

12pm - 3pm

January 17, 2025

 

First Friday Sharps Recycling

8am - 12pm

January 2, 2026

Special Needs Sunday!

10am - 12pm

January 11, 2026

Robert's Yukon Adventure Day

11am - 3pm

January 17, 2026

MLK Day of Service

1pm - 3pm

January 19, 2026

Winterfest 2026

All Day

January 31, 2026

Holiday Public Skate 

12:30pm - 2pm

January 2, 2026

Devonshire Dance: Competition Team Showcase

6:30pm - 9pm

January 10, 2026

Skokie Memories: A Millennium Retrospective

3pm - 4:30pm

January 11, 2026

Upcycled Backpacks

1pm - 2:30pm

January 10, 2026

Nature Neighbors Begins

9:30am - 11:30am

January 13, 2026

Skokie Concert Choir Winter Performance

3pm - 4:30pm

January 18, 2026

2026 Devonshire Theatre Awards

7pm - 10pm

January 17, 2026

MLK Day Soul Food Celebration

12pm - 2pm

January 19, 2026

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

11am - 12pm

January 25, 2026

 

Money Saving Tips Around Energy Consumption

There are so many things you can do to get your home ready for winter and make it as energy efficient as possible. (If you need vendors for some of these jobs, we have wonderful referrals. Just give us a call!)

2026 Winter Preparation Checklist:

Reverse your ceiling fans: Run them clockwise at a low speed to push warm air back down.

Check smoke & carbon monoxide detectors: Always change batteries at the start of the season.

Chimney and fireplace: Schedule a professional cleaning to ensure it’s safe for use.

Windows and doors: Use weatherstripping or caulk to seal any drafts.

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F E A T U R E D   L I S T I N G S

Offered at $315,000

322 Sherman Ave.
Burns Harbor, IN 46304

Tucked into a community that values space, access to nature, and convenience, this property offers a lifestyle that balances calm residential living with quick connections to everything Northwest Indiana has to offer. 

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Offered at $200,000

4144 N Sheridan RD #409
 Chicago, IL 60613

Investors only. This unit is currently rented through September 30, 2025. There are no rental restrictions, including no restrictions on short-term rentals. 

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Offered at $190,000

252 W 115TH ST 
Chicago, IL 60628

Fully updated single-family home offering modern finishes, thoughtful improvements, and move-in-ready convenience. Recent updates include a renovated kitchen with contemporary cabinetry, updated countertops, and newer appliances, along with refreshed bathrooms featuring clean, timeless finishes. 

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Offered at $465,000

600 Kingsbury, Unit 906
Chicago, IL 60654

An exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of River North, this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath home can deliver immediate rental income and the kind of consistent demand investors love. 

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Offered at $299,900

616 Michigan, Unit G
Evanston, IL 60202 

Snow-season charmer just steps from the lake and the park. This beautifully updated vintage boutique building is the perfect cozy landing spot for the holidays and beyond-set one block from the Lake, close to transportation, cafes, and neighborhood shopping. 

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Offered at $268,000

11828 Broadway
Crown Point, IN 46307 

 This is a beautifully updated townhome in the sought-after Princeton community. Thoughtfully prepared and move-in ready, this home offers comfort, functionality, and style in a prime location—just minutes from the interstate, shopping, dining, parks, and Historic Downtown Crown Point.

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C O M I N G  S O O N

Completely remodeled Evanston townhouse -- 3 BR, 1.5 BA -- modern, open-plan first floor, side yard, basement ready for your design dreams. Pictures coming soon.  Prospective buyers can still pick some finishings. Contact us today!  

920 Dodge
Evanston, IL. 60202

C O M I N G  S O O N

Remodeled Evanston condo -- 3 BR, 2 BA in a vintage building.  Pictures coming soon.  Prospective buyers can still pick some finishings. Contact us today!  

409 Custer Unit 3
Evanston, IL. 60202

 

The Booker Group can handle all of your real estate needs.

Erin Booker
847-418-7318
erin.booker@evrealestate.com

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