Chicago Property Management Blog

If you're a landlord or real estate investor in Chicago, you've likely heard about the controversial Northwest Side Preservation Ordinance. Recently, on Straight Up Chicago Investor, Brie Schmidt, managing broker and owner of Second City Real Estate, took a dive deep into this ordinance and its significant implications for property owners. She’s been a Chicago landlord for 13 years and has been an investor agent with her o...

Finding a home that aligns with your needs and aspirations can be challenging, especially for families and individuals navigating barriers such as income constraints and limited housing availability. Enter the CHA Mobility Program, a solution designed to expand housing opportunities, foster community integration, and improve the quality of life for Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) participants.This program serves as a vital resource for ...

As a Landlord or Property Manager in Chicago or anywhere in Illinois, the eviction processes can be daunting. These days, you now have to be sure you are following the rules around which notice of non-payment you deliver in advance of an eviction.  The crazy thing is, the notice you deliver has been enacted since the days of COVID, yet no one has been calling Landlords out.  This article is especially important if you have ren...

“I’ve learned a little about a lot.”Mark Ainley, founder of GC Realty and Development, attributes that phrase as a defining trait of his career. It embodies the entrepreneurial spirit that Mark and the team bring to the industry of property management. They’re always willing and able to venture into new professional territory and that pushes them forward in real estate investment and property management alike.GC ...