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What I notice before my buyers doWhen I’m showing a house, my buyers are usually looking at the kitchen, imagining their...
09/03/2026

What I notice before my buyers do

When I’m showing a house, my buyers are usually looking at the kitchen, imagining their furniture in the living room, checking out the backyard — all the fun stuff.

Meanwhile, I’m looking at the stuff that’s a lot less exciting.

How old are the windows? What’s the condition of the mechanicals? Are there signs of previous water issues? Does that renovation look like it was done well? What does the electrical panel look like? And does the overall condition of this house actually justify the price they’re asking?

I’m not there to talk someone out of a house they love.

I’m there to make sure they’re looking at the whole house — not just the parts that made them fall in love with it.

Jen Fay | RE/MAX Premier

09/02/2026

“I swear this is the last one” 🙃

11:47 PM. Twelve houses later. Still texting.

And honestly? Keep them coming. Late-night Zillow rabbit holes are how we find the one — I’d rather see 15 links than have you sit on a house you’re excited about. That’s the job, and I love it.

Buying or selling in Chicagoland? My texts are open. 🏡

🏢 Chicago Landlords: Know the Fair Notice Rules Before You Raise Rent or Non-RenewIf you own rental property in Chicago,...
09/02/2026

🏢 Chicago Landlords: Know the Fair Notice Rules Before You Raise Rent or Non-Renew

If you own rental property in Chicago, the Fair Notice rules establish important notice requirements when increasing rent, terminating a periodic tenancy, or choosing not to renew a lease.

For most Chicago residential rentals, the required written notice is based on how long the tenant has occupied the unit:

📅 Less than 6 months:
➡️ At least 30 days’ written notice

📅 6 months–3 years:
➡️ At least 60 days’ written notice

📅 More than 3 years:
➡️ At least 120 days’ written notice

⚠️ Proper written notice matters.
Failure to provide the required notice can extend the tenant’s right to remain in the property under the existing terms and delay when a rent increase or non-renewal can take effect.

💵 No Rent Control in Chicago
Chicago does not currently cap the amount of a rent increase, but landlords still must comply with applicable notice requirements and other laws.

⏳ Important Lease Renewal Rule
A landlord cannot require a tenant to renew a rental agreement more than 90 days before the current agreement terminates.

🚫 Retaliation Is Prohibited
Landlords cannot retaliate against tenants for exercising protected legal rights, such as making certain good-faith complaints about property conditions or code violations.

📍 Important 2026 Exception
Certain properties within Chicago’s Jackson Park Expanded Fair Notice Pilot Program are subject to different and generally longer notice requirements. Landlords in the affected area should confirm which rules apply before issuing a rent increase or non-renewal notice.

Landlord compliance isn’t optional — and a small notice mistake can turn into an expensive delay.

If you own a rental property or small multifamily building in Chicago and want to stay ahead of lease dates, market rents and the sale or leasing process, I’m happy to be a resource. 🏡

This post is for general informational purposes and is not legal advice. Landlords should consult an attorney regarding their specific property and tenancy.

🏡 UNDER CONTRACT | ORLAND PARK 🏡📍 10 Country Manor Lane, Orland ParkAnother property officially UNDER CONTRACT! 🎉This 1+...
08/18/2026

🏡 UNDER CONTRACT | ORLAND PARK 🏡

📍 10 Country Manor Lane, Orland Park

Another property officially UNDER CONTRACT! 🎉

This 1+ acre vacant homesite offered a rare opportunity to build in an established Orland Park location — and now it’s one step closer to a new owner. 🌳🏠

Thinking about selling a vacant lot or land? Land requires a different marketing strategy than a traditional home, and positioning it correctly matters.

📲 Agent Jen Fay | RE/MAX Premier
Serving Chicago & the surrounding suburbs

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08/15/2026

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