Howdy Chicagoans!
I have been quite excited about the possibility of this ordinance being passed and in effect 8.1.20 and have been thinking about the best way to implement a strategy. For those who are just hearin...

Hi,I am interested in possibly converting my common area power over to solar, depending on costs.  This is a 4-unit, flat roof building with great sun exposure.  I am only looking to power my common area, which would ...

Advice please....
I bought a duplex that needed a new flat roof (it was fine but was 18 years old), electrical panel changeout, and hurricane protection. I was able to get a homeowners policy for $5500 for a year wit...

Hi everyone, I’m asking here to see if I can get some insights and peace of mind for my upcoming four-point inspection for insurance since my current carrier won’t renew after May of this year.
I own a rental SFH in ...

Hi All,
I have a house to rehab that is 1600 sqft and the occupants were heavy smokers.  Walls look yellow and kitchen and dining room are wood panelling.  I have been reading through the post here about rehabbing a ...

I just stumbled upon a product called lazygranite

It looks like a step up from using granite tiles for counter tops but a step down from slab counter tops. The price is attractive. Anyone use this stuff?

I purchased 11147 S Longwood in Chicago on June 26th for $159,000 @ 4% down with all closing costs paid by the buyer. The home was listed for $200,00. The home was listed as a SFH with related living. The home has 2 ...

Has anyone ever tried this and had any success or failure? Thanks

Hello all,Quick preface to question, I have a current tenant who wants to renew and I would like to renew her as well. I have a current duplex running on one electrical panel and looking to have it split as previous t...

And here is one more question from the 1970's Time Warp house.  The hallway to the bedroom side of the house and two of the 4 bedrooms is paneled with a dark wood paneling.  The paneling is is amazingly good condition...