Infinity Group

06/01/2026

Why do people bury St. Joseph in their yard when selling a house?

🔸 The Tradition
In Catholic tradition, St. Joseph is considered the patron saint of house hunters and home sellers, among other things.

St. Joseph's patronage of house hunters and real estate transactions comes from his role as the provider and protector of the Holy Family — the one responsible for finding shelter in Bethlehem, securing safe refuge in Egypt, and establishing a home in Nazareth. His entire life was one of providing housing and security for those in his care.

🔸 How It’s Usually Done
• A small statue of St. Joseph is buried in the yard (practices vary).
• The homeowner offers prayers asking for guidance and a successful sale.
• Once the house is sold, the statue is dug up and placed in a place of honor in the new home.

Have you ever tried the St. Joseph tradition when selling a home? Share your experience in the comments!

05/21/2026

🌼 Deadheading means removing faded or dead flowers. Snip off the spent flower just above a set of healthy leaves or buds, using clean scissors or shears. Regular deadheading keeps plants tidy and promotes more flowering.

💧Mulch can help lock in moisture by forming a barrier that reduces evaporation from the soil, thus conserving soil moisture. However, if applied too thick, it may also prevent water from reaching the soil.

🍅 Supporting tomatoes early prevents stems from breaking as they grow, keeps fruit off the ground to reduce rot and disease, improves air circulation, and makes harvesting easier.

💦 Watering deeply in the early morning ensures water reaches roots, reduces evaporation, and gives plants time to dry during the day, lowering the risk of disease.

🌿Checking under leaves helps spot pests early, preventing infestations and protecting plant health before damage spreads.

✂️Harvesting herbs regularly encourages new growth, avoiding overharvest allows the plant to stay healthy and fruitful.

What’s thriving in your garden right now?

05/13/2026

Home staging helps buyers picture themselves living in your space—and that usually means making the home feel clean, open, and neutral without stripping away all personality. Here are practical, high-impact tips that work whether you’re selling fast or just want to improve appeal:

🖼️ Declutter & Depersonalize
Buyers notice space more than stuff. Remove excess furniture, clear countertops, and pack away personal items like family photos. Think “model home,” not “lived-in.”

🧼 Deep clean everything
A spotless home signals it’s been well cared for. Pay attention to details—baseboards, grout, windows, and even light switches. Kitchens and bathrooms should feel especially fresh.

💡Let in the light
Open curtains, clean windows, and add lighting where needed. Bright spaces feel larger and more inviting. Swap in higher-wattage (but warm-toned) bulbs if rooms feel dim.

🪴Add simple, strategic decor
A few well-placed touches—like fresh towels, a bowl of fruit, or a vase of flowers—can make a space feel warm without cluttering it.

🛋️ Rearrange furniture for flow
Create clear walking paths and define each room’s purpose. Even small rooms can feel bigger when furniture is scaled appropriately and not pushed awkwardly against every wall.

🚪Use neutral colors
If your walls are bold or highly personalized, consider repainting in soft neutrals (whites, light grays, warm beiges). This helps buyers mentally “move in” without distraction.

🏠 Boost curb appeal
First impressions start outside. Mow the lawn, trim hedges, add a fresh doormat, and consider a pop of color with flowers near the entry.

Ready to make your space shine and stand out? A few thoughtful changes can turn “just listed” into “just sold.”

Follow for more real estate tips!

05/06/2026

Buying your first home is exciting—but it’s easy to underestimate the financial and practical details. Here’s a grounded guide to help you avoid common mistakes and make confident decisions.

💰 Save more than just the down payment

A lot of first-time buyers underestimate upfront costs. Consider move-in costs, emergencies, and repairs.

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🏦 Compare different mortgage options

Not all loans are created equal, shop around to find a lender that meets your needs.

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📄 Get pre-approved before house hunting

Pre-approval shows sellers you’re serious and gives you a clear price range.

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📍 Consider the location

You can renovate a house, but you can’t move it. Check commute, schools, safety, and nearby development. Visit the neighborhood at different times of day.

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⚖️ Avoid maxing out your budget

Lenders may approve you for more than you should comfortably spend.

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🔍 Don’t skip the home inspection

A home might look perfect on the surface but hide expensive issues.

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Smart planning today = fewer headaches tomorrow.

04/22/2026

🌷Naperville is packed with things to do in May— here’s your go-to list for making the most of spring!

🎟️ Tickets and more information -

🌕 5/1 Family Full Moon Hike
Tickets: https://www.littleexplorers.fun/booking-calendar/night-hike?referral=service_details_widget&fbclid=IwdGRjcARTUmxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeQpdzuUebV50m5ZNk6pNtnwArZa7zK05-yq5cC4ZKxqal6PdG_3fnq26XWDU_aem_mYRwgbOR7-N-Waddb6pkmQ&timezone=America/Chicago

☀️ 5/2 Solar Saturday Safe Sun Viewing
Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ELFuG2KTz/?mibextid=wwXIfr

🌯 5/9 Naperville Food Truck Festival
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/naperville-food-truck-festival-tickets-1983268152432?aff=ebdiglgoogleliveevents&source=ecat

👟 5/16 Outer Space 5k Fun Run
Tickets: https://www.givegab.com/campaigns/cq-funrun-26?fbclid=IwdGRjcARTWSlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeuQCqLq82Es913PMfDnoD8JDzdSMmEip7N3g_SEIab2HKyJnDn9o6Wfz0UQc_aem_Jc7ApCd54K0K_qzHUAHChw

📜 5/28: National Treasure Eacape Room
Tickets: https://10481a.blackbaudhosting.com/10481a/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=78eaf8c7-fd00-4a8e-9a0d-1f2cb8d2f2c7

🍷 6/7 Downtown Naperville Summer Wine Walk
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/downtown-naperville-summer-wine-walk-tickets-1985727894587

04/17/2026

Finding your dream home doesn’t have to be overwhelming—keep these key tips in mind.

04/14/2026

🏙️ Chicago’s skyline tells two different stories right now

High-rise office buildings are struggling, meanwhile, residential high-rises are holding strong. With vacancy at 5%, among the lowest in major U.S. cities thanks to tight supply and steady demand.

Same skyline. Two markets. Very different realities.

(https://chicagoagentmagazine.com/2026/02/12/report-chicago-multifamily-market-sees-higher-rents-more-adaptive-reuse-projects/?utm)

Companies looking for office space downtown continue to have more options than ever before — but few choices among buildings and locations where they actually want to be.

The downtown office vacancy rate ticked up during the first quarter to an all-time high of 28.6% from 28.2% at the end of 2025, according to data from real estate services firm CBRE. The share of available workspace in Chicago’s urban core is up from 26.5% a year ago and 13.8% when the COVID-19 pandemic began, having now hit new record highs for 15 consecutive quarters.

The data shows the ongoing pain for landlords and the size of the obstacle the city must overcome to restore foot traffic and vitality to the central business district. Companies cutting back on office space as they adapt to remote work trends have left downtown with a far smaller office tenant base than it had before 2020 and decimated property values, creating rampant distress and scaring off many institutional investors needed to fuel the market’s recovery.

Yet the staggering vacancy figure also masks a market that feels more competitive for tenants than the numbers suggest. CBRE research shows that almost half of the 40 million square feet of vacant office space downtown has been available for at least three years.

Read more here: https://www.chicagobusiness.com/real-estate/commercial/ccb-downtown-office-vacancy-q1-20260406/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=soc-own

04/08/2026

New Development in St. Charles

🔆Fox Haven Square - Coming Summer 2026

📍Located on the corner of Kirk Rd and Main St in St Charles

This new 7 acre lifestyle development will feature the following tenants:

🔅Harbor House - A restaurant with coastal-inspired American cuisine that has pickleball courts and bocce

🔅Taco Mucho

🔅OS Salon

🔅Simple EJ’s - American fare restaurant and sports bar

🔅Rosebud Steakhouse

🔅Fire + Wine - Italian restaurant with wood fired pizza, pasta and more

🔅Swank Coffee & Wine Lounge

🔅Glow Lagree Fitness

🔅Lou Malnatis Pizzeria

04/06/2026

🌿April Events in Naperville 💐

🌼 Sidewalk Prophets Concert
🌷 Thursday April 9th, 7pm - 9pm at Alleluia Lutheran Church: 4055 Book Rd, Naperville
🪴 Tickets $25
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-acoustic-evening-with-sidewalk-prophets-spring-2026-naperville-il-tickets-1964607656386
🌸 Acoustic Christian music concert
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🌼Concert Winds Spring Concert
🌷Saturday April 11th, 7pm - 8:15pm at Wentz Concert Hall: 171 E Chicago Ave, Naperville
🪴Tickets $10
https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gcz8n1AJ9/?mibextid=wwXIfr
🌸 Final concert of the season. They will perform traditional and contemporary band music.
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🌼Windy City Dueling Pianos
🌷Saturday April 11th, 8pm - 11pm at Spartan Ale House: 3032 English Rows Avenue, Naperville
🪴Tickets $23
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/windy-city-dueling-pianos-april-11th-tickets-1985597439392
🌸 Talented pianists go head-to-head playing popular songs and taking requests. Food and drinks served during the show.
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🌼Business Networking Event
🌷Wednesday April 15th, 5:30pm - 8pm at Empire Burgers & Brew: 48 West Chicago Avenue, Naperville
🪴Tickets: $35
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/naperville-business-network-event-empires-enclosed-rooftop-april-15th-tickets-1983379016028?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile
🌸 Casual networking with other local business professionals over drinks and appetizers.
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🌼Free Kona Ice at 95th Street Library:
🌷3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville
🪴Wednesday April 15th, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
https://www.facebook.com/share/1XQvDpzbGm/?mibextid=wwXIfr
🌸 Free Kona Ice at the library
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🌼Out of this world, West Suburban Symphony
🌷Saturday April 25th, 7:30pm at Wentz Concert Hall: 171 E. Chicago Avenue, Naperville
🪴Tickets: $35 Adult, $10 Teenagers, 12 & Under Free
https://www.facebook.com/share/1ChctY1bAN/?mibextid=wwXIfr
🌸The Planets: Gustav Holst’s 1916 mystical tone poems, melodies that have influenced music for films such as Star Wars and Lord of the Rings. An astronomer will share images of the planets and share insights about them.
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🌼 Bloom & Buzz Spring Festival
🌷 Sunday April 26th, 2pm - 4pm at Seager Park: 1163 Plank Road, Naperville
🪴 Tickets: $18
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bloom-buzz-spring-festival-kids-garden-adventure-registration-1984939503488
🌸 Event designed for children ages 3-10. Paint a flower pot, create a wildflower seed mix, make a bird feeder, bubble garden play, chalk art pavilion, bee bucket toss.
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📍If you have any real estate needs, we can help!

Infinity Group, a real estate team with HomeSmart Realty Group
651 N Washington St
Naperville, IL 60563

(630)537-0185
[email protected]
www.InfinityGroup.RealEstate

03/24/2026

🌷 Spring Cleaning Reset

🪴 There’s nothing like a fresh start! Remember: it’s not about perfection - it’s about creating a space that feels good to live in

💐 Looking to spring into a new home? We can help!

Infinity Group
(630) 537 - 0185
[email protected]
www.InfinityGroup.RealEstate

HomeSmart Realty Group
651 N Washington St
Naperville, IL 60563