Chicago Property Management Blog

Thinking of owning a dog? You don’t have to own a gigantic house with a big outdoor space to own furry best friends. If you are living in an apartment or a small house, there are plenty of dog breeds that will be happy to adapt to your living space. Even though this was a very tough competition, here are the best dog breeds for apar...

Many landlords recognize the benefit to allowing renters to have pets in their Chicago investment properties. These property owners aim to reduce tenant turnover, increase the size of the pool of prospective renters, or they may simply appreciate the value that pets can bring to their owners’ lives. Regardless of the reason, it...

When we think of Valentine's Day we think of buying flowers, chocolate, jewelry, etc. , which can turn it into an expensive holiday very quickly! There is no need to break the bank to enjoy an amazing day with your significant other. This past year has helped us understand what really matters: spending quality time with our loved ones...

While the US is relatively safe in comparison to the rest of the world, home burglaries  are extremely common. The FBI stated that every 13 seconds there is a new break in which means there are more than 2 million per year. Also, did you know that 34% of the burglaries occur through the front door of the home?Here are some security m...

Even though the Chicago Bears won't be playing this Sunday in Super Bowl LV,  this time of year always brings up fond memories for Chicagoans from the last (and only) time they won the Super Bowl in the 1985 season. We will never forget that  Monday, on January 27th 1986 when the headlines for the Washington Post read "...

Winter is here. Between the current snowstorm and the more than 100 flights canceled, Chicago is feeling pretty cold and uninviting. Here are 10 easy (and budget friendly) ways you can keep yourself and your house warm during Chicago's somber weather.1. Close the doors and vents in empty rooms of your houseIf you are working from home...

Renting your property out on AirBnb has become more and more popular over the past few years. Lot’s of property owners have chosen to rent some degree of space in their home - a room, a loft, entire apartments or even single-family homes. Flexibility and BenefitsThe flexibility of scheduling bookings, setting your own prices an...

For rental property owners in and around Chicago, the time, resources, and efforts required to properly self-manage one or more rental units can be overwhelming. Even if you have access to a reliable network of contracting, repair, and cleaning companies, the number of tasks that self-managing a rental property requires is daunting. When ...

When it comes to optimizing the return on investment for your Chicago rental property, it is important for landlords to highlight all the advantages of each unit and make them appear as enticing as possible. However, some rental properties will inevitably present challenges for attracting prospective renters. For instance, it can be ...

As the availability of smart home technology has grown, the popularity of these technological innovations has increased. From lighting to home security to a home comfort system, smart home options can provide greater levels of convenience to residents. However, these smart home technologies are not only convenient in terms of day-to-...