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New Provision of Safe Homes Act Emphasizes Tenant Safety from Domestic Violence

February 1, 2026

On January 1, 2026, a new requirement under Illinois’ Safe Homes Act took effect, impacting landlords and tenants of privately owned residences. Landlords (building owners or their agents) who rent residences are required to provide all tenants with a “Summary of Rights for Safer Homes.” The summary must appear as the first page of every […]

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GNP Proud to Call #1 Ranked “Best U.S. Large City” Home

October 19, 2025

GNP Realty Partners is celebrating Chicago being named the No.1 big city in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler for 2025 in its 38th annual Readers’ Choice Awards. This year marks the ninth consecutive year that Chicago has taken the top spot, beating out San Francisco, Milwaukee, Portland, and New Orleans in this year’s voting.

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Avoid Frozen Pipes During Chicago Cold Spells

December 20, 2024

Winter officially begins December 21, but Chicago has already experienced its first (and likely not last) sub-freezing temperatures, bringing with them the potential for frozen pipes.

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GNP Realty Expand Family of Companies with HVAC Services

December 12, 2024

GNP Realty Partners has added a full-service HVAC company to its family of real estate services.

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The Future of New Builds: Integrating Smart Technology

December 2, 2024

Smart buildings have changed how we experience the built environment. Once deemed “cool” (and costly) features, smart building technology is a basic requirement for new builds—residential and commercial—and current owners view it as desirable for retrofitting existing, older structures.

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How Property Management Improves Your Investment Returns

November 25, 2024

Most property owners and investors seek to grow the property’s value and increase the return on investment (ROI).

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Renting vs. Leasing: Pros and Cons for Owners and Landlords

November 15, 2024

Most tenants (and many landlords) don’t differentiate between “leasing” and “renting,” assuming the existence of a legal agreement signed by both parties.

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How Property Management Companies Improve Tenant Relations

October 21, 2024

Good tenant relations equate with good business. Maintaining strong, positive relationships with your residential or commercial tenants will increase tenant satisfaction, lower turnover rates and lead to more profitable investments.

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The Future of Mixed-Use Development in Chicago

September 12, 2024

Mixed-used development has seen a resurgence as urban centers look for ways to revitalize central business districts post-pandemic.

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All in the Family – GNP Style

August 26, 2024

GNP Realty is a family of real estate businesses, offering building owners and investors a single source for tailored, property-related services — from development and construction through management and operations.

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