How can i donate property?

Dear Building Owner: This is the time to request the assistance of a competent transactional attorney with experience in tax planning. There are...

Thought I bought lake front property 3 years ago park district informed us our entire backyard is actually their property.

Dear Lake Front Property Owner: It is important that you immediately retain counsel familiar with real estate transactions, adverse possession,...

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Dear Condo Inquirer: I am unaware of any state statute or county or city ordinance prohibiting a condo owner from having a roommate. There are...

Lease expired is it still inforcable on a month to month

Dear Tenant: First review your old lease. It may have provisions which take into account your exact situation. In some cases you may have agreed...

Break Lease Because of Problem Tenant and Other Issue

Dear Tenant: I am sorry that you are having these problems with you unit. The short answer to your question is yes, but not yet. Your unit may...

What happens if you put down your first months rent (there was no security deposit) and three days and change your decison?

Dear Prospective Tenant: Please note that your potential Landlord may be covered by the Chicago Landlord Tenant Ordinance. If so, you may want to...

Can I withhold my rent for a roach problem that was told to us before we moved in?

Dear Tenant: I am very sorry that you are having this terrible problem. The short answer to your question is "NO, not without proper notice". ...

My landlord broke my lease

Dear Tenant: You have protection under the Chicago Landlord Tenant Ordinance. In addition, in Illinois any owner must use obtain a court order to...

Dear Landlord: Illinois law does not allow landlords to evict or in your case remove the furniture from the furnished apartment without obtaining...

My tenant's 14 yr old son slapped my 3 yr old.

Dear Landlord: Check your lease agreement. It may be that you have the right to establish rules as the Landlord. If that is the case, consider...