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Top Five Misconceptions About Property Management Companies If you’re an investment property owner, you know the time and effort it takes to manage your property. If you have more than one property, you can double or triple that time it takes to ensure all your tenants and properties are taken care of. Many investment owners consider hiring a property manager in Chicago to assist them but are overtaken by the common misconceptions out there. Property management in Chicago is a great way to help you maintain your initial investment while also building your portfolio. Check out these common myths believed about...

Fall Property Management Preparation Tips When it comes to managing a Chicago condo, there are many aspects you may not think of. From preparing for new tenants to preparing your property for the fall and winter, the day-to-day can be overwhelming. Property management is more than just collecting rent and changing air filters. If you’re new to an investment property or you’re needing a refresher, here are some of the things you should do to help ensure your condo is ready for the fall and winter seasons. HVAC Filters These filters should be changed at least once a year. These are...

Are You Struggling to Manage Your Apartment Rental? Being a property owner is an exciting adventure. Being an investment property owner can be both exciting and quite overwhelming. When you’re first getting started with rental property, you may feel as you don’t need to hire a property management company. You probably feel like you can do that part on your own. After all, why spend money if you don’t have to? However, most investment property owners soon find out that managing a Chicago apartment rental is not as easy as it might seem to start with. You have to constantly be...

5 Things You Should Know Before Buying Investment Property So, you’re considering buying a property to rent out to other tenants? That is a great way to build your investment portfolio and to offer something to your community. However, there are many things you should know before you get started. Whether you already have your eye on a Chicago property or you’re just getting started, keep these five things in mind before you buy your investment locations. Keep Your Emotions Out As hard as it is, you must not buy a property with your heart. You must be logical about the...

Maintenance Tips You Need to know As a Property Owner in Chicago When owning rentals in Chicago, it is important to take the right steps to ensure that your property is maintained. Whether it be apartment buildings, a condominium, other residential space or a commercial building, your property needs to be in excellent shape so that your tenants will continue to rent from you month after month. Below are a few maintenance tips that should be followed by you or completed by your Chicago property manager. HVAC Checks Your tenants want to be comfortable and HVAC systems play a vital role...