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Rental Market In Chicago: What You Need To Know The pandemic that started in 2020 has caused a fluctuation in the housing market both for buyers and for sellers. Because of the drastic swing and rise for affordability, the rental market has shown signs of swings as well. Some people cannot afford to purchase a home so they look to a rental company to help them find the best place to live at the moment. Chicago property management companies have seen a shift in rental prices and the market over the past few years. What started in 2020 has bled over...

Why Work With Property Management Companies Investing and owning rental property is a great way to grow your portfolio. However, it can also be quite stressful. When it comes to Chicago property management, it can be overwhelming trying to keep up with it all, much less if you have multiple locations. That is why so many seasoned rental property owners choose to work with a Chicago property manager instead of doing it on their own. As the owner of a small to medium condominium in the city, consider these benefits to working with a property manager in Chicago before you do...

5 Reasons To Consider Hiring A Property Management Company When it comes to your property management in Chicago, it is important to have the right team on your side. While doing it yourself is possible, managing multiple properties is simply easier to do with the help of an experienced Chicago property manager. That’s why so many people turn to Connected Management. For years we’ve helped small to medium condominium owners get the assistance they need to properly manage all of their building locations. Here are five reasons you may want to consider discussing your management needs with us today: Less Stress...

How to Take the Best Pictures of Your Chicago Condominium Pictures are the number one thing prospective tenants look for as soon as they discover your property. They immediately want to see what the space looks like, and if it is decent and clean. Pictures are also the number one thing you as a Chicago property manager want to focus on when you are advertising your property and any available units. Below are some tips for how to ensure your photos are top notch and will surely attract more tenants! Use a good camera or a professional! You do not have...

Common Tenant Complaints and How to Approach Them When you work for a Chicago property management company you probably are prone to many tenant complaints. One of the hard parts of the job is figuring out to handle these complaints in a productive manner. For many property managers, complaints from your tenants can become a nuisance. However, if you ignore the problem it can just become bad for your business. Instead of looking at the complaints as a minor inconvenience, you can utilize these complaints as a way to stay informed of the conditions and any ongoing problems at your property....