Not all home improvements are created equal. Some drain your wallet while others significantly boost your monthly rental income. In this guide we break down the top five high-ROI renovations that attract quality tenants and minimize vacancy time. Discover how strategic updates like LVP flooring and smart technology can transform your investment portfolio.

BCG’s annual “Clean & Check” program prepares every furnace and HVAC system for winter. By focusing on prevention, communication, and tenant comfort, our team ensures warm homes, fewer emergencies, and smarter maintenance spending all season long.

Before hiring a property manager, landlords should ask the right questions. From investor-aligned experience to responsive service and full-scope offerings, here are five things to look for if you're renting in Chicago’s competitive market.

Winter in Chicago can be harsh, but tenants and property managers can work together to stay safe and comfortable. This article highlights essential tenant responsibilities like maintaining warmth, preventing frozen pipes, and staying prepared for emergencies. BCG Real Estate Group shares how we support tenants through proactive maintenance and open communication.

Screening tenants is a key factor in successful property management. BCG Real Estate Group offers best practices, from advanced background checks to verifying landlord references, to help investors minimize risks.

Are you a property manager or investor in Chicago? A sewer scope inspection can be a valuable tool to protect your investment property from costly sewer line problems. This quick and painless procedure helps identify hidden issues before they become emergencies.

Despite the challenges, BCG Real Estate Group started our own property management company due to bad past experiences with outsourcing and a desire for cost control and better tenant care. Building these "PM muscles" internally allowed us to scale with acquisitions and ensure the smooth operations of our Chicago buildings. While acquiring clients is tough, retaining them is easier with good service. And though managing properties isn't easy, BCG values helping people, maintaining beautiful buildings, and having direct control over costs, making it rewarding and the right move for our situation.