A landmark federal settlement has quietly begun to reshape how rents are set in multifamily housing across the United States — and landlords in Illinois should pay close attention. The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) reached agreement with RealPage Inc., a major provider of rent‑pricing software used by thousands of landlords and property managers. The settlement restricts how the software can use sensitive data when recommending rents, and could usher in a new er

Property ownership and rental housing in Illinois don’t stand still. While headlines may focus on rising rents or housing shortages, lawmakers have quietly passed a batch of legal changes in 2025 that will shape how landlords operate in 2026 and beyond. For anyone managing one or more rental units in Illinois, understanding these changes now can help avoid legal missteps, and keep business running smoothly. Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does

Property taxes rarely make front-page news, but across Illinois, they’ve become impossible to ignore. Homeowners opening their latest tax bills have been met with steep increases , sometimes by double digits, without any dramatic rise in home value or local services to justify it. At the same time, commercial property owners, particularly in office and retail sectors, have seen successful appeals slash their assessments, leading to meaningful reductions in what they owe. Behi