As a new tenant in Chicago, it is crucial to ensure that you have a smooth move-in process. One way to do this is through a move-in walk thru report. This document allows you to inspect the rental property, noting any damages or issues that may exist, before moving in…

As a local Property Management firm in Roselle we have managed hundreds of townhouses, condos, & single family homes in Roselle since our start in 2003. Roselle can be tricky for Landlords because it falls into two different counties Cook & Dupage which means depending what part of town you…

The Chicago Fair Housing Regulations prohibit housing discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military status or source of income. See Municipal Code of Chicago, 5–8–02. This regulation applies to all owners and their agents…

Are you considering an FHA loan to purchase or refinance a home in 2023? If so, it’s essential to understand the new FHA loan limits for the year. Knowing the loan limits can help you plan your finances and ensure you don’t borrow more than you can comfortably repay. In…

In and around Chicago, village restrictions play a larger role in the investor’s life cycle when it comes to owning real estate. Below are just a few items you should be aware of as a landlord: Another common practice is that the village will allow the buyer to inherit the…

As soon as you hear the word real estate, your mind will likely jump to residential real estate or commercial real estate-and that’s what this article will cover! When considering your next career step, you may find yourself asking the question: should I become a residential real estate agent or…

Although Mark Ainley now runs one of the most successful Property Management companies in Chicago, at first he had no interest in that side of the real estate business….continue reading Click Here to download. GC Realty & Development currently has two offices, one serving the Western Suburbs of Chicago and the other serving Chicago’s South Side. Although he now runs one of the most successful Property Management companies in Chicag o, initially…

As of September 2022, the average rental vacancy rate in the United States is 5.6%. This number reflects the percentage of rental properties that currently do not have a tenant. If you’re investing in a rental property, your goal should be to avoid vacancies whenever possible. The best way to…

Here are four questions that will help you find a good property management company. Number 1: What is their tenant screening process? How do they screen them? Take me through what their process looks like. What’s included? Is it a full criminal, credit, eviction, background check? Do they require proof…