Service of Process in Illinois is not that complicated. However, I am not an attorney and do not play one on TV. Always seek competent legal advice when dealing with issues of this type. Here are some suggestions. Does your lease say that the tenants must...
Here are 14 Tips for Tenant Screening that you need to take to heart. Separate applications Have each applicant over 18 years of age fill out a separate application. Cross check the information given by each. Look for discrepancies. Application fees Always charge an application fee. Besides weeding out...
Frequently I am asked what forms are needed to successfully manage rental property. Every state, county and municipality have their own issues as well. Here are the 25 essential forms for rental property management. These are the minimum forms you need. Not the only forms...
Disaster Preparedness and Hurricane Irma are on everyone’s mind today. Here at Illinois REIA our greatest concern is for the safety of everyone who was impacted by Hurricane Harvey and may be affected by Hurricane Irma. Don’t forget Jose is out there in the Atlantic....
If you are investing in real estate there are some tax rules and deductions for real estate investors that they shouldn’t miss. Yes, you need a qualified tax preparer to maximize deductions, but you also need to know what to take to them for a...