3 Mistakes to Avoid When Renting Your First Investment Property

Home River Chicago - Friday, December 9, 2022

About 35% of households in Chicago are renters. If you've been looking for an opportunity to invest in property to rent out, now is a great time. Your investment property isn't as hands-off as you think it will be, ho... read more >>

The Chicago Real Estate Market: A 2022 Snapshot

Home River Chicago - Wednesday, November 16, 2022

In the United States today, there are 1.12 million houses for sale, with homes selling for $385,000, on average. There are plenty of real estate opportunities that you can take advantage of, particularly in cities like Chicago.Chi... read more >>

Property Valuation: What Home Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Home River Chicago - Wednesday, November 2, 2022

The pandemic has upended the housing market in ways no one could have seen coming. For example, did you know that 97% of homes in cities across the U.S are now considered "overvalued"?If you're looking to buy or sell... read more >>

4 Things Chicago Landlords Need to Know About Support Animals

Home River Chicago - Wednesday, October 19, 2022

The number of support animals is increasing rapidly across the United States. In 2011, there were over 200,000 registered emotional support animals in the country, and the number has risen But how much do you, as a Chicago la... read more >>

What Is the Average Rent in Chicago? A Landlord's Guide

Home River Chicago - Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Chicago is one of the most popular cities in the United States. It is the third most populated city in the U.S.! Over 2,671 million people call Chicago home.This is great news for landlords! As a property owner in Chicag... read more >>

The Tenant Eviction Process: What Landlords Need to Know

Home River Chicago - Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Did you know that there have been over thirty-seven thousand eviction notices filed in Indianapolis, Indiana since March 2020?Although it's not something you would want, everyone has to evict a tenant on occasion. It happens, ... read more >>

The Different Types of Illinois Property Taxes

Home River Chicago - Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Did you know that according to a Smart Asset report, Illinois property taxes rank as the "second-highest property taxes in the country?" While that's a chunk of change, understanding Illinois property ... read more >>

The Benefits of Tenant Placement Services

Home River Chicago - Tuesday, August 16, 2022

According to the National Apartment Association, rental properties have an average turnover rate of 47 percent. With tenant move-out rates this high, property owners are getting worried.They’re anxious to occupy their units,... read more >>

Property Management in Chicago: How To Get Started as Property Manager

Home River Chicago - Tuesday, August 2, 2022

The number of property managers in the industry is growing because of the industry's value. If you're looking to join the rest of the people working in property management, you've come to the right place.We've crea... read more >>

Becoming a Landlord: 6 Important Qualities You Should Have

Home River Chicago - Tuesday, July 19, 2022

It feels good to be a landlord! The median asking rent for vacant units is more than $1,200. If you have enough tenants, you may be able to become a professional landlord without needing a second job. However, you can't j... read more >>