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Illinois Prohibits Landlords from Evicting Tenants Based on Immigration Status

On Wednesday August 21st, 2019, Governor Pritzker signed into law Senate Bill 1090, making Illinois only the second state to prohibit landlords from evicting tenants solely because they are living in the U.S. illegally.[1] The bill also prohibits landlords from reporting or threatening to report a tenant’s immigration status to authorities as a means of …

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Eviction: What Every Landlord and Tenant Need to Know

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Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, the eviction process can often feel confusing and downright unfair. A tenant may feel as though they are being taken advantage of or being preyed upon during a vulnerable time in their life. A landlord may feel as though the process is overly bureaucratic and requires too …

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Understanding Estate Planning & Why it is Important

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Estate planning is essentially the process of filling out the correct paperwork and working with an attorney to ensure your final wishes are carried out. While it may seem confusing at first glance, with the proper help and knowledge, estate planning can be taken care of with relative ease. It is important that everyone take …

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What Does an Executor Actually Do?

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When someone has a will drawn up and notarized, detailing what will happen to all their property after their death, they will usually specify in the document who will act as the executor of the will. If the document does not specify an executor, the court will appoint one. But what does it even mean …

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The Basics of Renting from a Landlord’s Perspective

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Renting out or subleasing a space can be a great way to make a little extra cash, but it can also be a hassle. You’re the one who is ultimately responsible for the space, and yet you’re essentially inviting a stranger to live there for a specified (or sometimes unspecified) amount of time. It’s tricky, …

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Understanding the Basics of Real Estate Evictions

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Money and personal property are both sources of contention in all sorts of relationships, so it?s no wonder why it can sometimes be difficult to find a landlord/tenant relationship that isn?t fraught with tension. It can be easy for each party to get frustrated with the other, but no matter how strong the temptation for …

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Can My Spouse Lease Out Our Rental Property Without My Consent During a Divorce?

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The answer to this question, simply put, is no. When it comes to owning property, a married couple has to abide by the same rules that two business partners would, which means you both have to get the other person?s permission to take any action involving your property. Basic Facts Under Illinois law, all property …

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5 Things to Remember if You Intend on Buying Rental Property

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Buying rental property can be a great way to build your wealth. There are very few differences between buying your own home and buying rental property. Here are a few things you need to know before you begin investing in real estate. Do Your Homework This part can be difficult because you might not know …

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Illinois Prohibits Landlords from Evicting Tenants Based on Immigration Status

Eviction: What Every Landlord and Tenant Need to Know

Understanding Estate Planning & Why it is Important

What Does an Executor Actually Do?

The Basics of Renting from a Landlord’s Perspective

Understanding the Basics of Real Estate Evictions

Can My Spouse Lease Out Our Rental Property Without My Consent During a Divorce?

5 Things to Remember if You Intend on Buying Rental Property

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