Property Management Blog

How to Prevent Six Common Summer HOA Complaints

The Six Most Common Summer HOA Complaints and How to Prevent Them Summer in Chicago! This is one of the busiest times of year for community associations. Some of our communities host BBQs for the residents, pools are open, Naperville and many surrounding townships host summer fes...

Listings That Win in 5 Seconds: A Fresh Take on Naperville Rental Success

Scrolling through rental listings has become second nature for today’s renters, and attention spans are shorter than ever. A strong first impression depends on how well your property is presented through effective property marketing, especially in a Chicagoland market ...

Board Member Architectural Approval (ACC)

How To Approve Architectural Requests Please watch the short video above.STEP-BY-STEP DIRECTIONSSTEP 1: Login to the Owner Portal ( https://pmisg.cincwebaxis.com )STEP 2: Click the Board Overview Menu.STEP 3: Set your filters.Enter a date range.Enter a homeowner address, etc.STEP...

Hierarchy of Association Governing Documents

Association Governing Documents One of the most important things is to understand the basic legal framework of an Association. This is comprised of three documents: The Declaration The Bylaws The Rules and Regulations They are listed 1-...

Benefits of Hiring a Community Management Firm

The Benefits of Hiring a Community Management FirmA well-run community Association rarely happens by accident. Behind the scenes, effective coordination, financial discipline, and consistent communication are required to keep operations running smoothly. This is where a professio...

Homewatch Program for Vacant Homes

Homewatch ProgramIf you are a homeowner or real estate investor with a property that will sit vacant for a longer period of time, yet don't wish to rent it out, consider our Homewatch program. Sometimes life creates a situation where you have an empty home. Perhaps your paren...

Unexpected Weather Problems for Commercial Buildings

Hail Storms and Commercial HOA BuildingsA sudden hailstorm can cause unexpected problems for commercial buildings, and recently one of the commercial associations we manage experienced this firsthand (yes, there are commercial HOAs). While most people think of hail damage in...

CAI Illinois Condo/HOA Show 2026

Thank you CAI IllinoisThis week, we had the privilege of exhibiting at the 2026 CAI Condo/HOA Show, at Donald E Stephens Conference Center in Rosemont Illinois, and we want to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation to CAI and, most importantly, to the Association Board...

Attic Insulation: Energy Efficiency, Code Standards, and Who’s Responsible?

Attic Insulation: Energy Efficiency, Code Standards, and Who’s Responsible?Attic insulation plays a critical role in a home’s comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term condition. Yet it’s often overlooked until problems arise. For condominium associations (Townh...

Heating Issues in Winter

Heating Issues in WinterWhen to Call HOA Management vs. Emergency ServicesChicago winters can bring colder temperatures, and with them, an increase in heating-related concerns within HOA or condominium communities. While some issues require immediate emergency response, many othe...