Chicago Property Management Blog

Why Should Landlords Consider Renting to First-Time Tenants?

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As an investor or landlord, you may be evaluating the benefits of accepting first-time renters. Renting out a property can be both a lucrative and challenging endeavor for landlords. One common topic of discussion is whether it's worth taking a chance on first-time renters. While experienced tenants may seem like the safer option, the...

The Vital Responsibilities of a Property Manager

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In the realm of real estate management, property managers play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between property owners and tenants. Their responsibilities are wide-ranging and multifaceted, ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of rental properties. In this blog post, we'll delve into the essential responsibilities of a property...

6 Key Steps to Landing a Job as a Property Manager

Are you interested in becoming a property manager or getting involved in the property management industry? If you're looking to get into real estate and want to get paid to learn on the job, becoming a property manager may be a great fit for you. Property managers handle the bulk of the day to day operations for rental properties so a...

Your Vacant Rental Property Not Getting Viewings? Here's What You Need To Do

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Renting out a property can be a challenging process, especially if you're not receiving any viewings. The lack of interest can be disheartening, but you need to remember not to lose hope. When a property is not getting any viewings, many landlords might start to panic and think that dropping the asking price might be the only option. ...

How To Buy A Rental Property With No Money Down

Hi everyone, welcome back! Jason Marcordes here with Landmark Property Management. Are you trying to buy your first rental property? Or maybe you already have a few rental properties but you're strapped for cash and you're trying to figure out how to afford your next rental property. Today I'm going to walk you through a few s...

What Makes Tenants Unsure Of Choosing Your Rental Property

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In your journey as a landlord, it would be wonderful to only come across tenants who fall in love with your property and want to move in right away. However, that’s not always the case, and it can be disheartening when potential tenants express hesitation or uncertainty in choosing your property. Being able to understand the factors...

Things a Property Manager Can Do For You

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Property management is a rapidly growing industry, and more and more landlords are turning to property managers to help them further manage their rental properties efficiently. If you are a landlord who owns a property but doesn't have the time or experience to handle the business-related tasks involved, your best decision may be to h...

Top 6 Tips to Properly Screen Tenants

After buying the right rental property in the right location properly, screening potential tenants is by far the most important thing you can do to ensure that your rental property is a success. This can absolutely make or break your investment, so you definitely don't want to overlook this process.Owning investment property can be an...

Tips for Choosing the Right Property Management Software

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Managing properties can be a daunting task without the right tools. Using and selecting the best property management software is a good choice but it's also a long and tedious process, especially if you don’t know what to look for, as the market for property management solutions is vast and there are many software providers.&nbs...

Common Tenant Questions and How to Answer Them

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When renting out a property, you’ll quickly notice that a lot of your time is spent answering questions from prospective tenants, and you will inevitably encounter some commonly asked questions from them. You should be able to provide clear and concise answers to your tenants. Answering these questions in a professional and courteou...

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