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Lenders and creditors in a tense legal dispute over the financially collapsed Great Central Brewing Company, with the brewery structure in the background.

Great Central Brewing lenders clash over property dispute

Grace O'Leary and her fiancé Samuel lost a $5,400 deposit for their November wedding at Great Central Brewing Company, a casualty of the brewery's sudden financial collapse, according to Abc7chicago .

Rafael Mendoza· Jun 14· 2 min
Aerial view of the Foundry Park development site in Chicago, showing construction progress with cranes and new buildings against the city skyline.

City Agency Approves $201.6M Public Subsidy for Foundry Park

Chicago's Community Development Commission approved a $201.

Rafael Mendoza· Jun 10· 2 min
Historic bank building in Chicago's West Side being transformed into a 78-unit mixed-income apartment development.

West Side Housing Development: Applications Open for Historic Bank

To even learn more about the new 78-unit mixed-income apartment building opening on Chicago's West Side, prospective residents must pay a $17 fee via money order or cashier's check, according to Block

Rafael Mendoza· Jun 6· 2 min
A decaying 34-unit Chicago multifamily building, symbolizing the financial losses and community impact of real estate defaults.

Chicago multifamily collapse costs lenders and communities millions

At 7908-7926 South Ingleside Avenue, a 34-unit building seized by Roc Capital was fire-damaged, stripped of plumbing, and occupied by squatters by early 2026.

Rafael Mendoza· May 31· 2 min
A newly constructed seven-story Dinkel's Lofts residential building with a preserved historic bakery facade on North Lincoln Avenue in Chicago.

City Issues Dinkel's Lofts Building Permit

After years of anticipation, a full building permit was issued on May 18, 2026, for Dinkel's Lofts, paving the way for a seven-story, 42-unit residential building at 3329 North Lincoln Avenue that wil

Rafael Mendoza· May 25· 2 min
From Concept to Completion: How Next Level Austin Manages Design Projects

From Concept to Completion: How Next Level Austin Manages Design Projects

Next Level Austin details its comprehensive process for managing interior design projects, guiding clients from initial concept definition through design planning, budget establishment, selections, and coordination. The firm emphasizes a structured, collaborative approach to achieve successful project completion.

Sponsored by Next Level Austin· Sep 1· 4 min
How Jay Halsey's Negotiation Skills Help You Sell Your Birmingham Home Faster

How Jay Halsey's Negotiation Skills Help You Sell Your Birmingham Home Faster

Jay Halsey is a trusted Birmingham real estate professional whose negotiation skills help homeowners sell faster. His expertise keeps sales moving, leverages market knowledge, and provides personalized representation for optimal results.

Sponsored by Jay Halsey· Aug 5· 4 min
Request a Personalized Calgary Home Value Report From Vince DeGiuseppe

Request a Personalized Calgary Home Value Report From Vince DeGiuseppe

Understanding your home's current market value is the critical first step in any real estate decision, especially in a dynamic market like Calgary's. For homeowners in Calgary, Chestermere, and Okotoks seeking an accurat…

Sponsored by Vince DeGiuseppe· Jul 23· 4 min
Lusso New Homes for Bespoke Luxury Builds in Surrey

Lusso New Homes for Bespoke Luxury Builds in Surrey

A bespoke luxury build can become costly when the design ambition, site constraints and day-to-day use of the home are not considered together. Lusso New Homes designs and builds bespoke luxury homes for private clients, with work associated with Surrey, London neighbourhoods and the Home Counties.

Sponsored· Jul 9· 5 min
Is HeliMate Australia's Masonry Reinforcement Worth It? An Inside Look

Is HeliMate Australia's Masonry Reinforcement Worth It? An Inside Look

When masonry cracks, bows, or fails, the structural integrity of an entire building is at risk. For builders, engineers, and restoration specialists, choosing the right reinforcement solution is critical, balancing immed…

Sponsored· Jul 9· 5 min
Sell Your Woodbridge Home Fast: 3 Proven Strategies from Realtor Rhonda Campbell

Sell Your Woodbridge Home Fast: 3 Proven Strategies from Realtor Rhonda Campbell

To sell your Woodbridge home fast and profitably in today's digital-first market, Realtor Rhonda Campbell offers three proven strategies: strategic pricing, professional staging for online appeal, and targeted marketing leveraging a powerful network.

Sponsored· Jul 9· 4 min
Diverse Chicago residents gather with concerned expressions outside an apartment building, advocating for affordable housing.

Holsten's Exit Signals Crisis for Chicago Affordable Housing

After 50 years championing mixed-income developments, Peter Holsten, a prominent Chicago developer, is selling his extensive portfolio, encompassing 2,638 residential units.

Michael Sullivan· Jun 24· 4 min

1960s housing experiments surprisingly guide today's fight for justice

In Chicago, Model Cities funds, intended for community uplift, instead strengthened the Democratic machine but did little for the communities they were meant to serve, diverting substantial federal in

Michael Sullivan· Jun 20· 4 min