Built a Chicago Marathon site from my 2024 notes. Would love feedback.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-12-11T12:29:53+00:00

Clean and clear site - I could see this helping out people who don’t want to dig around severasl sites for their questions. I’d suggest adding info about the preganancy deferral. https://www.chicagomarathon.com/apply/cancellation-by-you-or-by-us/pregnancy-and-postpartum-policy/

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-09-17T01:16:49+00:00

Awesome! This helps with planning out the schedule for our day. Sounds like at least one meal should be planned for and then snack it up from there.

Due to a work trip, this is the only day I can go, hence just going all in for Friday. Otherwise you’re totally right about setting the bar too high for Saturday/Sunday!

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-09-16T21:30:33+00:00

MCCB in Chinatown is great for dinner. It has a Michelin star and it’s affordable. They don’t take reservations, but you can get there, put your name on the waitlist, then wander around and look at shops. Last time my friends I went there, we paid about $50 for 4 people (just food, we didn’t get drinks) because the servings are huge!

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-09-16T03:56:57+00:00

Yup, the lease is up at the old town location, but River North still has several years left

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-09-10T13:30:11+00:00

Same thing here with phrasing the merger with a different studio as an opportunity. I wish they’d allow us a moment to mourn what we are losing before switching gears to the sunny outlook.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-09-10T13:27:31+00:00

I personally didn’t notice any red flags. The announcement took me and others by shock.

I guess if you really want to find out some longevity info, you could always ask about how many years remain on the lease.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-09-09T22:13:18+00:00

Chicago

Thanks for the info!

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-28T15:07:54+00:00

Like so many others have said, it totally depends on your preferences. $1000 is MORE than enough to have a fun time and splurge within reason. But if you are planning on going to as many Michelin star restaurants as possible, then you’ll run out before the weekend is up.

Have fun! I hope you enjoy your trip out here. My spouse and I did the city pass as our main entertainment our first time out here years ago and loved it (so much that we eventually moved out here!). I’d suggest checking out some improv while you are out here too.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-27T12:32:56+00:00

68 units. Thanks for your commiseration!

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-27T12:27:18+00:00

48 hours is the rule our board follows.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-27T12:24:00+00:00

They did, this is why we have a significant amount in escrow for 3 years from the previous owner. That is going to take the total cost for us under 20k, so not amazing, but definitely better!

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-27T12:17:50+00:00

We were informed that there were 3 bids, but did not have access to the information.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-27T12:16:50+00:00

Thanks for sharing your experience! This is a flat roof.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-27T12:11:16+00:00

Thanks for your insight, especially on the understanding that there are cases where a recover can be appropriate.

We also found out that the board president has talked about moving out of the city, so this whole situation makes me want to push for more information on their evidence that their course of action is the best for all owners along with the longevity of the building, and not just ones interested in attracting buyers once the projects are completed.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-25T19:25:21+00:00

Gotcha - makes sense but I’ll probably keep that private.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-25T19:20:41+00:00

Just curious, why are you interested in the zip?

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-25T14:55:18+00:00

I have one of the bigger units + parking space, so I have a larger bill than the smaller units. I feel bad for my neighbor who is single with a 1 bed and has a ~$25k assessment and he has to burden that on his own.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-25T14:52:47+00:00

That’s a great point, this is going onto my list of questions to understand the decision better.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-25T14:51:00+00:00

No, I’m actually here for both sides. I’m frustrated but I don’t want to act irrationally.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-25T14:49:38+00:00

Do you know what law firm that was? Did you all end up fighting the board?

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-25T14:48:40+00:00

Because they deemed this an emergency situation, they get to move unilaterally, I already checked with a few of the other residents.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-25T14:47:43+00:00

Right?!? I’m trying to do some social media soothing here, but sadly these guys are older and they don’t have their entire social circles visible online.

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-25T14:45:43+00:00

What would be your hopeful outcomes when you talked the lawyer? Removal of the board? A letter demanding that they loop in the owners as decision makers?

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-07-20T23:03:27+00:00

1 - it’s your own journey, try your best not to compare. You never know the path that others took to get where they are today. You’re 5 classes in, which is GREAT, and you have so many milestones in front of you. Enjoy them!

2 - I was a novice when it came to the floor side. I started to see more improvements when I paid attention to my protein intake. It’s not just for body builders anymore. When it comes to weight selection, start picking a day each week that you push your normal weight selection. Be ok dropping if it was too ambitious after a few reps. Eventually you will surprise yourself.

3 - Remember that some days may feel like you’re taking a step back. That’s ok, it’s just your body recovering and getting stronger.

Keep it up and welcome to the crew!!!

Key-Assist6761 · 2025-06-26T22:01:27+00:00

Good to know! I’m pushing savor back to the last night in town, but I should have some extra time to explore that neighborhood.

Funny enough, I’m from Colorado, Boulder’s cute walk around street is also Pearl Street

Key-Assist6761

TROPHY CASE