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Affordable Ways to Upgrade the Curb Appeal of Your Chicago Rental Property The exterior of a property is the first thing people see. When it comes to rental properties, the exterior must look it’s very best so that potential tenants will want to go inside for a look around. As a rental property owner, you must take as much care with the outside of your property as you do on the inside. Upgrading the exterior with simple solutions can help make your property more appealing and bring in renters when you need them most. Landscaping Maintenance The landscaping of your rental...

Top Tips on Showing Tenants Appreciation to Build on Your Rental Investment When it comes to investing in real estate property, a good tenant is a must. When you have multiple properties, the goal is to have a long list of quality tenants so you create a steady stream of income for your business. Finding good tenants can be done by working with Chicago property managers as well as taking the time to show your tenants that they are appreciated. Keeping your good tenants happy will help to earn revenues from your properties as well as receive referrals for new tenants...

Is Your Chicago Property Management Company Working for You? If you are a rental property real estate investor in Chicago, you most likely have a property management company handling your day to day operations. This helps to streamline your investments and you can spend time looking for other properties to purchase. To be successful, you need a quality Chicago property management team by your side. Have you evaluated your existing property manager lately? Are they working for you? It may come as a surprise that once you begin to look into the services you are supposed to be provided, that the...

Smart Ways to Grow Your Rental Property Business When it comes to investing in rental property, you can start small with just one dwelling, but soon find that there is money to be made and want to invest more. You can easily grow your rental property business into a successful company, but you must make smart decisions along the way. With a few of the top tips, you can grow your business to new heights, adding more properties to your portfolio and giving your Chicago property management team a lot more facilities to manage! But how do you get started? What...

Building a Better Reputation as a Rental Property Owner When it comes to being a successful rental property owner, you must build a solid reputation. With a strong reputation, you can keep your rental properties booked when it comes to vacation options or have long-term tenants inside residential dwellings. But how do you build a better reputation? What can you do to ensure your success? Quality Properties To begin, you must offer quality properties. You can’t just buy any old property and try to rent it out. You must be strategic with your investments and keep your properties in the best...