Haul Away the Holidays: Remove Your Christmas Tree in Chicago with Dolly

The gifts are open, the eggnog has run out, and the twinkling lights in your living room are twinkling right out. Yes, Christmas is officially over, and now it’s time to deal with the aftermath, including that pesky task of disposing of your Christmas tree. Instead of sneaking it into your trash can or leaving … Read more

9 Simple DIY Improvements to Upgrade Your Home On a Budget

Live anywhere for long enough, and your home will start to look…boring. It doesn’t matter how many hours you put into the layout, or how much you paid for the decor, if you stay anywhere long enough, keeping things the same will make you want to change it. And when you’re on a whim and … Read more

4 Housewarming Gifts That Won’t End Up in a Closet

It isn’t always easy finding the right gift for a friend, even if they’re a close one. You have to know what they like, what they don’t like, and whether their preferences have changed to buy them something they’ll truly appreciate. You want something that’ll make them say, “This is exactly what I wanted,” and … Read more

The Smart Renter’s Guide to Subletting

We’ve got great tips for subletting, but we’re no replacement for professional legal counsel. For specific recommendations and legal review, call a lawyer. There’s plenty of renting jargon to confuse new and seasoned renters alike, and one word in particular can stump even the most experienced renter: subletting. Knowing what this means–and how it’s different … Read more

A Property Manager’s Guide to Instagram

You’ve probably heard before that social media is the way of the future. But as social media evolves and slims down to just a few platforms, it’s becoming more and more important, especially for such a time-sensitive job like property management, to be using the right social media platforms. Enter Instagram, the photo-sharing social media … Read more