Homeownership is a major step in your life, especially if you've never bought a home before. Buying a house isn't always a simple thing to do, and the costs can skyrocket and drive buyers away. Thankfully, it's the perfect time to buy a home in the Chicago, IL, metro—whether you're doing it for the first time or you've purchased one before. Safeguard Self Storage on North Northwest Highway has a few reasons why buying a house now is in your best interests.
Why Buying a Home Now is a Great Idea
Homes cost less right now.
That's one good thing about the housing market: It fluctuates. One year it's down; the next year it's up. If you want to get the best deal on a home, now's the time to buy. You can find a great deal on a house and finally stop renting an apartment or someone else's property.
Renting means throwing your money away.
That's right. Renting someone else's house or an apartment is like giving your money away. You're not actually paying someone for something that will eventually be yours. You can lose it at any time. When you mortgage a home, you're paying for something that will be with you and your family for generations.
You'll make a profit in the future.
One good thing about buying a house when the market is just right is the fact that you can make money in the future. Since the market is down, you can purchase a home for much less than what it would normally be listed at. If you plan to sell later and the market is just right, you can list it for much more and make a profit. It's a good idea to speak with an agent to make sure you're making the best purchase for a future home sale if that's why you're buying now.
Ready to Move? Get Moving Storage With Safeguard
Homeownership is wonderful but does come with its own share of ups and downs. No matter if it's your first or fifth home, we can help with affordable moving storage when you plan to make the jump to a new home. Our storage facility on North Northwest Highway in Edison Park is a fantastic place to get storage whether you’re renting or buying. Stop by and reserve a Chicago storage unit today!
You plan and enjoy different celebrations every season, but this one is extra special. New Year's Eve always brings out the resourceful side of your hospitality. This year in Edison Park, IL, keep everything fun, simple and safe. Join friends in retrieving seasonal supplies from storage units as you make your party plans.
Create Your Own Decorations
Why spend money on expensive New Year's decorations? Put your creative talents to work crafting originals that express your personal style. It's so much more fun to do it yourself when you start off with these ideas.
- Repurpose your Christmas wreath with tiny noisemakers and miniature New Year's hats.
- Decorate interiors with confetti by pinning the walls with brightly colored paper circles.
- Add excitement to every room with pretty string lights around mirror and picture frames.
- Put sparkle on champagne bottles with a light spray of gold glitter paint.
Build a Beautiful Buffet
An enticing New Year's Eve buffet encourages guests to mingle while they graze. It also helps balance cocktails with plenty of food. Get those chafing dishes out of self storage and put these ideas on your serving tables.
- Ask friends to help by bringing their favorite holiday appetizers and sweets.
- Save your time for your guests by keeping the buffet simple and easy to refill.
- Use tiered cake stands, napkin-lined baskets, and bright colanders as unique serving dishes.
- Avoid buffet bottlenecks by making sure each food item has easy-to-reach serving utensils.
- Stock your champagne cocktail bar with strawberry, lemon peel, and sugar cube garnishes.
Make It a Safe Celebration
Cocktails, wine, and beer help ring in New Year's Eve, but too many drinks can put a damper on the festivities. Don't try to manage it all by yourself. Discuss plans with several friends a few days before your celebration. As a group, you can agree on designated drivers in advance.
Keep rideshare numbers handy throughout the evening just in case. Encourage your guests to keep their plates full between cocktails. Offer them non-alcoholic beverages with lots of sparkle and taste. Stay upbeat, but don't let anyone get behind the wheel after too many drinks.
We're at Your Service Year-Round
Everyone at Safeguard Self Storage wishes you a safe and Happy New Year in Edison Park, IL. It's our pleasure to be at your service with the best storage units available. We're here for you year-round, and we thank you for your business.
Storing kitchen appliances isn't a complicated job, but affordable storage units in Chicago, IL, make it easier. Most stoves, refrigerators, and dishwashers just need a little pre-move prep. Use our handy kitchen storage guide to make sure your appliances are ready for long- or short-term storage.
Clean the Stove
Don't give bugs a reason to set up house in the stove. Clean it inside and out with a mild detergent before moving it to self storage. Be sure to scrub burner liners, oven racks, and broiler pans. Secure knobs with painter's tape so that they make the move without getting lost.
Drain the Refrigerator
Kitchen storage and wet refrigerator components don't mix. Defrost the freezer, drain the ice maker, and clear the water supply lines. Clean trays, drawers, and the drip pan. Let everything dry for several days. Use a hand vac to clear dust from the motor and compressor on the refrigerator's backside.
Disconnect the Dishwasher
Run the empty dishwasher one last time using white vinegar or bleach. Clean the door gasket with baking soda and water. Leave the door open for at least 24 hours. Disconnect hoses, let them completely dry and then wrap in towels and store inside the dishwasher.
Pack Up the Microwave
Remove and clean the microwave turntable. Clean inside and outside the oven housing. Tape the door shut, put the oven in a sturdy cardboard box, and fill with packing material.
Make a Safe Move
Large kitchen appliances travel best with their doors securely shut and their cords taped to the outside. Protect glass panels with cardboard inserts. Keep appliances scratch-free by covering them with large blankets. Always move them in an upright position. Otherwise, you risk damaging motors and components.
Follow Kitchen Storage Basics
Self storage options in Chicago keep appliances in good shape indefinitely, but even the best storage units need a little help. Follow these appliance storage basics to make sure your kitchen essentials stay in top condition:
- Lease a climate-controlled unit to protect appliances from humidity.
- Maximize air circulation by leaving appliance doors open.
- Keep everything off the floor on wood or plastic pallets.
We're Here to Help
You don't have to store appliances every day, but we're here to help. From multiple move-in specials to choose from to on-site carts and dollies, you can count on Safeguard to have the storage space you need conveniently located in your neighborhood. Safeguard offers the following 16 Chicagoland locations: