5 Natural Cleaning Solutions For Your Home

When you’re in the middle of a cleaning frenzy and run out of a necessary solution, the last thing you want to do is step out to the store for that one item. Fearful, that the break may cause you to abandon your cleaning efforts. Luckily, you may not need to leave your house at all!  Many natural cleaning solution ingredients may be hiding in your home at this very moment. 

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What Is Property Management?

Our full-service Property Management team at Fulton Grace act on behalf of you (the owner) to preserve the value of the property while generating income.

If you have a single rental home or hundreds of investment properties, trust our team of Property Managers to manage your property for you.

An owner of a single-family home, condominium, or multi-family building may engage the services of a professional property management company.

The Property Management company will then advertise the rental property, handle tenant inquiries, screen applicants, select suitable candidates, draw up a lease agreement, conduct a move in inspection, move the tenant(s) into the property and collect rental income.

The Property Management Company will then coordinate any maintenance issues, supply the owner(s) with financial statements and any relevant information regarding the property, etc.

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Do You Need a Property Manager for Your Rental Property?

Whether you’re thinking about purchasing a new investment or leasing your existing property, consider hiring a property management company.

From navigating tenant problems to ensuring timely repairs, managing property is a lot of work that requires a great deal of attention and experience.

Before beginning your hunt for a property management company, consider the property needs, key duties, and qualities necessary to recruit the ideal tenant for you, your budget, and your future tenants.

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How Much Does a Property Manager Cost in Chicago, Il?

Property Management Services: We charge a low monthly property management fee equal to the percentage of the monthly rental income. The exact percentage varies depending on the type of property that requires services.

Leasing Services: We charge a fee equal to one month’s rent to secure an approved tenant for a one year lease. 

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5 Real Estate Facts You Should Know

Real estate can be a tough topic to navigate. There are so many reports, statistics, and trends that it can leave a person’s head spinning. In the midst of the overload of information, there are a few basics that you should pay close attention to. Whether you’re buying, selling, renting, or just curious about the landscape there are a few things you should know. 

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Top Illinois Scenic Drives and State Parks 

This summer, reset your travel-search to drivable destinations and cultural institutions, national landmarks, and other famous sites that the state of Illinois is home to. From iconic movie sets to state parks that take less time to get to than your parents’ in the burbs. There are scenic overlooks that past presidents have heralded, miles of bikeable trails, and pup-friendly parks that will make your tail wag.

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5 DIY Projects to Instantly Upgrade Your Home

With the warmer weather comes the long list of errands for you home. It can be external or internal, organizing materials or excess storage, landscaping, or resetting the ventilation with new filters, or other small but necessary repairs. While the list of the average errands can be long, Fulton Grace knows many of us now have more time at home than ever and have found ourselves wondering…what else can be done?! Certainly the more rewarding of home-projects are those that you can see every day. This includes simple upgrades or DIY projects that literally change your setting for the better. Believe it or not, many of these small projects cost under $50 and can totally upgrade your home. Why not start this weekend with one of these easy but impressive projects.  

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3 Ways to Optimize Your CRM During Quarantine

Your Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is an on-going job that requires your dedicated attention to detail. As an agent, you know that recording pertinent details, essential information, and keynotes are just the start. Establishing a relationship that you can tap at your disposal is not often a resource you acquire from the beginning. In fact, it is the continual upkeep of maintaining shared interests or a mutually beneficial dialog that seals your rapport and thus the ability to optimize your contact. 

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Work From Home Like a Boss

For some, working from home is an entirely new experience. An uncharted territory that seemingly knows no bounds (or boundaries), the spaces in your home are usually left for rest and relaxation. However, with the shelter-in-place still intact, it has left nearly all of Chicago with only that option.

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