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3 Ways to Maximize Space in A Tiny Apartment

Tiny Apartment, Huge Potential So many of us at one point or another have lived in cramped city apartments or homes. Chicago is full of them—from tiny studios to constricted two-bedrooms—you can move in feeling a little claustrophobic. Maybe you’ve got a bit more than you imagined and are having trouble fitting it all in your apartment, or maybe you’re having trouble finding the best way to utilize the space. These 3 easy tips will help you make your space...

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Hosting a Great Holiday Party

Now that the holidays are in full swing, you might be contemplating hosting a small holiday party but the thought slightly scares you. Where do you start? We’ve got a list of our top 12 tips to hosting a great holiday party so get your invite list together and get started!   You’re Invited Don’t over think the invitations. Most events with the exception of weddings, use digital invitations so why not do the same? There are many wonderful options...

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Our Top 10 Kitchen Organization Tips

Now that we are full swing into November, it’s time to start thinking about and planning for the holidays. Along with joyful holiday spirit, there’s a lot of preparation that goes into hosting your loved ones at your home for the holidays. Our top 10 kitchen organization tips will make sure you're ready to get cooking! There’s a lot of cooking and baking to happen in the next month or so. Having an unorganized kitchen can make this daunting. Our...

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Top 5 Closet Organization Tips

With the arrival of spring (and hopefully warmer, sunnier days), it’s time to get your home ready and do some spring cleaning! One of the last places we want to clean is our closet. Why would we? It’s a mess and after a while, we tend to just use one section with our favorites and ignore the rest of our belongings! Well no more of that - we’ve got some tips on how you can make your closet work for...

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Spring Cleaning Tips & Tricks!

It's officially Spring Chicago! And with that feeling of renewal and rejuvenation comes a desire for some to Spring Clean! Below you'll find a list of Spring cleaning tips and tricks that we here at Aaron Bros. find useful and helpful when clearing out all that Winter gloom. Organize Closets and Drawers What better place to start then by going through your wardrobe and sorting through bulky Winter clothes and/or pieces that you have not worn for a few seasons. This...

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Suggested Items To Throw Away Before Moving Day

We can all agree there is no point in moving items you barely use or remember even owning on your big moving day. But how can you tell what to keep versus what to throw away? The decision is ultimately a personal one; however, Aaron Bros. has compiled a list of items we suggest sorting through before your move. Furniture--Aaron Bros. suggests obtaining or creating a floor plan of you new home so you can map out where and how...

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Tips for Successfully Hosting Overnight Guests

The busy holiday season is approaching. Will you be hosting overnight guests during the holidays? Hosting family or friends can be a joyful yet stressful experience to undertake but don’t fret. We’ve listed our top tips for successfully hosting overnight guests to ensure they have everything they need, are comfortable in your home and YOU can be more relaxed. The Guest Bedroom One of the key things to remember when hosting overnight guests is that you want them to feel at home. The...

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Prepare Your Home For Winter

Fall is officially here! With fall in Chicago comes chillier weather, harsher conditions and soon enough...winter. It’s important to prepare your home for winter, not only so you and your family can more comfortably enjoy the space but to also protect your investment (your home) in the long run. Here are our 10 tips on how prepare your home for winter. Also, make sure to print our convenient fall home cleaning checklist template below to make sure you stay on...

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How to Pack a Truck Rental

If you are in the process of relocating but opt not to hire professional movers, you may be looking to utilize a truck rental. Luckily, 3 of our 4 self-storage facilities (Hyde Park, South Shore, and Auburn/Gresham), offer truck rentals in addition to our secured self-storage. Now, packing a truck may seem pretty straight-forward, but there are insider tips to help maximize your loading capability and cut down on travel time (i.e. cost!) Once all of your items are properly...

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