As Chicago’s rental pace cools in 2025 — especially during the fall and winter months — open houses have become a powerful way to keep your listings moving. They create a sense of momentum, allowing you to reach renters who might be browsing passively online and turn them into serious…
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Did you know that improperly installed holiday lights cause over 150 fires annually in the U.S.?
The holiday season in Chicago brings festive cheer, but for landlords, it also brings unique challenges. Managing holiday decorations isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about balancing safety,…
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Winter prep isn’t just about staying warm indoors; it’s about protecting your property, your tenants, and yourself from potential liability. In Chicago, property owners are legally responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks after a snowfall, and failing to do so can lead to fines or…
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In addition to the many ads rolling around town on the CTA, Domu lets renters know about its Chicago apartment listings by offering complimentary “For Rent” signs to landlords who list their apartments on Domu.
These signs make a nifty, and some might even say downright spiffy, addition…
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After 10 years in the same apartment, a tenant informed us that they would not be renewing their lease. We had acquired the property in 2013, began rehabbing units and in 2014 this…
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