Chicago Property Management Blog

HOW TO ESTABLISH A PET-POLICY FOR YOUR RENTAL PROPERTY

By Jason Marcordes Wednesday, May 25, 2022

According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA) 70% of U.S households own a pet (about 90.5 million families). In 1988 only 56% of US households had a pet. This notorious increase has made landlords acknowledge the benefit of permitting renters to have pets i...

Apps and Software to Help DIY Landlords

By Jason Marcordes Monday, May 16, 2022

Let’s face it: being a landlord can be tough. While there are many positive aspects of property investing and management, there are some drawbacks, too. Being a landlord today is much more involved and complex than it used to be in previous decades, and it’s...

How to Get Started in Passive Real Estate Investing

By Jason Marcordes Thursday, May 5, 2022

Passive investing in real estate may be an excellent option for you if you want to build wealth without active involvement in properties. However, in order to make the most of your investment, you need to make sure you have all of the information you need to get started on the ri...

How To Prepare for Leasing Season To Maximize Profit

By Jason Marcordes Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Whether you are a property management company or renting your own investment, you know about leasing season. Typically, the months between May and September are considered high “Rental Season” for residential units in the Chicagoland area. According to The Rental Hous...

Best Home Staging Tips

By Jason Marcordes Tuesday, April 12, 2022

If you are in the process of selling your home, every opportunity to make a sale should be taken seriously. It is very important to glam up your property. Ensuring that it looks as good as possible for potential buyers should be your primary goal. Some sellers underestimate the i...

Everything You Need to Know About Property Management in Chicago

By Jason Marcordes Monday, April 4, 2022

A property management company could be one of your greatest assets if you hire the right one. This selection is important because the company you hire will make decisions about your property on your behalf. From tenant screenings to collecting rent and managing mai...

Things to Consider Before Deciding to Self-Manage Your Chicago Rental Property

By Jason Marcordes Thursday, March 10, 2022

Rental properties can provide a great source of steady, passive income for Chicago investors. However, before you invest, you’ll have to decide whether to self-manage your Chicago rental property or work with a property management company. This article looks at so...

Passive Real Estate: 5 Common Mistakes Investors Make When Starting Out

By Jason Marcordes Friday, February 25, 2022

People often underestimate the risks and potential hazards of real estate investments, especially when they’re just getting started with passive investing. Before you spend a dime, you should familiarize yourself with the real estate market and the world of real e...

The First Thing You Should do When Moving into a New Home

By Jason Marcordes Friday, February 18, 2022

After the stressful endeavor of buying a house, the exciting part comes next: moving in. If you are organized and plan before doing so, there is no reason why this last stage should be exhausting, stressful or overwhelming. Take it day by day. We highly recommend you do a c...

The Pros and Cons of Turnkey Real Estate

By Jason Marcordes Thursday, February 10, 2022

Do a little research on real estate investing, and you’ll likely come across the term “turnkey real estate.” Advocates of turnkey real estate brag that it’s among the easiest ways to earn income from a rental property. But does that mean turnkey real estat...