To be considered multi-unit residential property, a parcel of real estate must be set up to accommodate several households in sepa...

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Commercial property is defined as a parcel of real estate used for business activities. Commercial property is often a building th...

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The value of a property is what is used to determine the cost of its taxes. When you file an appeal, you are contesting the value ...

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The COVID-19 pandemic has made a significant impact to the Illinois rental market. To many landlords, resolution seems hopeless as...

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There are many different types of properties in Cook County. They are sorted into several categories for the purposes of classific...

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You can avoid adding a late fee to your tax bill by paying attention to the billing calendar and planning ahead. If you do no...

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You may be eligible for a refund if you overpay your Illinois property tax bill. Unclaimed tax exemptions and duplicate property t...

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Chicago winter months are known for below freezing temperatures and bitter cold wind chills. Accordingly, there are local ordinanc...

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Cook County Treasurer’s Office provides payment options for individual taxpayers experiencing financial hardship. However, t...

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On an annual basis, the City of Chicago Comptroller is required to evaluate and set the interest rate to be paid on security depos...

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