“Landlord Frequently Asked Questions Part 1” – KSN landlord/tenant attorney Jessica Ryan discusses frequently asked questions by Chicagoland landlords and rental property managers. Topics include emotional support animals, move-in fees, security deposits, updated Illinois regulations regarding electric vehicle charging, lease violations, and more. (46 mins.)



The KSN Podcast examines various aspects of association law, landlord/tenant issues, … Read More ›


Property tax bills aren’t written in stone and can be appealed if the property owners feel the value assessed on the property is too high. This holds true for residential properties and commercial and industrial properties as well. It is estimated that 30 to 60 percent of properties are over-assessed, and only 5 percent of … Read More ›


Property owners experience sticker shock every three years in Cook County when they receive their readjusted tax bill in the mail, and another round of property tax hikes will continue to jolt residents and business owners in 2022. The property tax increases have caused many to search for relief through a property tax appeal with … Read More ›

“Best Practices for Planning and Evaluating Your Community Association Budget” – KSN attorney Julie Jacobson discusses the best practices for planning and evaluating your condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome association budget. Topics include best practices for establishing budgets, estimated annual revenue, evaluating expenses, and managing reserve funds. (15 mins.)



The KSN Podcast examines various aspects … Read More ›