Banking & Financial

Chicago is home to a robust retail banking and financial services industry. The city hosts several large national and regional banks, including Chase, Bank of America, and Fifth Third Bank, as well as smaller local banks and credit unions. These institutions offer a wide range of financial products and services, including checking and savings accounts, mortgages, personal loans, credit cards, and investment accounts. Many also provide online and mobile banking services for added convenience.

In addition to traditional banks and credit unions, Chicago is also home to numerous financial services firms that offer wealth management, investment banking, and other specialized financial services. These include well-known names such as Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and J.P. Morgan, as well as boutique firms that specialize in specific areas of finance. These firms cater to high net worth individuals, institutional investors, and businesses, offering a range of financial products and services tailored to their needs.

Chicago also has a thriving fintech sector, with many innovative startups and established firms focused on disrupting the traditional banking and financial services industry. These companies offer a range of digital financial products and services, such as mobile banking apps, peer-to-peer lending platforms, and automated investment services. This sector is supported by a strong ecosystem of incubators, accelerators, and investors, making Chicago a hotbed for fintech innovation.

Bike and Roll Chicago

Bike Chicago offers the largest bike rental fleet in town! Over 500 all-new Trek bikes, including mountain bikes, comfort, and road bikes, cruisers, hybrids, tandems, kids’ bikes, accessories, and more!

Bike Chicago offers fun, easy riding bike tours. Join us as as we explore Chicago and its many sites. Come glide with Bike Chicago on a scenic segway tour! We offer the new i2 Segway, safe and easy to ride. Guided tours depart daily from Millennium Park, and can be combined with bike rentals and tours. Bike Chicago’s group tours are as fun as it gets! Great for company outings, conventions, and camps. [Read more…]

Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine

We are a one-of-a-kind Jamaican restaurant with great customer service, offering the best tasting Jamaican dishes in-and-around the Chicago land area. We are conveniently located on the south side of Chicago at 1225 E. 87th Street (west of Stony Island-east of Cottage Grove), we’re open 7 days a week; Monday to Thursday 11am to 9pm; Friday and Saturday 11am to 11pm; Sundays 11:30am to 7pm. Campbell’s Caribbean Cuisine, a family-operated business, has been in the restaurant industry for over 20 years; however, we started this business in June 2008. Our cooks have over 35 years combined working experience in the restaurant industry mainly preparing Jamaican dishes. We offer a variety of meals which include: Jerk Chicken, BBQ Jerk Chicken, Oxtails, Curry Chicken, Curry Goat, Pineapple Chicken, Catfish, King Fish, Red Snapper, and much more. [Read more…]

Mena's Hair Design

We are a hair salon specializing in African-American hair and hairstyles. We have been working with black curly hair for more than five years and are located at 1314 W. 95th St in Chicago. We offer the most professional care you can ever get for your hair.

What makes us different from others is that you can get the best quality hair styles for a reasonable charge. We do wash, blow-dry, roller set, wap, touch-ups, color, highlights, cellophane, rinse, dandruff treatments, eyebrow wax and much more. Just give us a call and it’s our pleasure to give you more information about our services.
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Custom Airbrush T-Shirts by It’s Major!

Located at 1737 E. 71st Street. Our business has been operating for four and a half years. We do a variety of things: embroidery, silkscreen, t-shirt airbrushing, muskeen paintings and also picture shirts and flyers. The best airbrush t-shirts in Chicago.

Also seasonally, we offer tax services. What makes us better than the rest is our prompt timing. If we say we will have it done at a certain time it will be done. We also stay open 7 days a week with long hours, Monday through Saturday, 10:30am to 8pm and Sundays 2-6pm. So if you are creative and looking for something different or even have an idea to make your own, come by and feel the love. I promise you won’t regret it. [Read more…]

The Daily Groupon

From the creators of the social activist site Thepoint.com, comes a very interesting and practical web site designed to deliver a daily deal to customers. Each day, the website features something cool to do, see or eat in Chicago at a huge discount. If a predetermined number of people sign up for that day’s offer, each receives a “groupon” by e-mail.

The creators of the site call it “Collective Buying Power”. The business or venue that offers the deal wins by receiving a guaranteed group of customers for its offer, and the customers win by receiving a product or service at a price much lower than they could on their own.

Website

Groupon.thepoint.com

FAQ

Groupon.thepoint.com/the-groupon-faq

Email

Groupon.thepoint.com/contact-us

Apartments & Housing

Chicago is a large and diverse city that offers a variety of neighborhoods to suit different lifestyles and preferences. Some of Chicago’s most popular neighborhoods for those looking to buy a house include Lincoln Park, Lakeview, and Bucktown. These areas offer a mix of urban and suburban living, with tree-lined streets, parks, and access to public transportation. They are also known for their vibrant nightlife, cultural attractions, and excellent schools. However, buying a house in these neighborhoods can be quite expensive, with prices ranging from $500,000 to over $1 million.

For those who prefer to rent an apartment, neighborhoods like Wicker Park, Logan Square, and Pilsen offer more affordable options for Chicago. These areas are known for their trendy restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as their diverse populations and artistic communities. They also offer easy access to public transportation and are located within close proximity to downtown. Rent prices in these neighborhoods range from $1,200 to $2,500 per month, depending on the size and location of the apartment.

Finally, for those who are looking for more affordable options to live, neighborhoods like Rogers Park, Albany Park, and Edgewater offer a range of housing options at a lower cost. These areas are known for their diverse populations, cultural attractions, and community events. They are also located near the lakefront, providing easy access to beaches and parks. Rent prices in these neighborhoods range from $800 to $1,500 per month, depending on the size and location of the apartment.

Food & Dining

Chicago’s restaurant scene is widely regarded as one of the most diverse and exciting in the United States, with a wide range of cuisines on offer to suit every taste and budget. The city is particularly known for its deep dish pizza, which is a staple of the local dining scene, but there are also many other iconic dishes to try in Chicago, such as the Italian beef sandwich, the Chicago-style hot dog, and the jibarito sandwich, which is a Puerto Rican specialty made with fried plantains.

One of the great things about Chicago’s restaurant scene is that it has something for everyone. Whether you’re in the mood for classic American comfort food, contemporary fusion cuisine, or international dishes from all over the world, you’ll be able to find it in Chicago. Some of the most popular cuisines in the city include Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese, but there are also plenty of options for those who prefer vegan or vegetarian fare.

Chicago is home to many award-winning restaurants, including several Michelin-starred establishments. Alinea, which is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood, is widely considered to be one of the best restaurants in the world, and has been awarded three Michelin stars for its innovative and inventive cuisine. Other notable Michelin-starred restaurants in Chicago include Grace, Smyth, Oriole, and Acadia, all of which have been recognized for their exceptional food, service, and atmosphere. Of course, there are also many other excellent restaurants in Chicago that haven’t been awarded Michelin stars, but which are still beloved by locals and visitors alike.