Michelle starts by explaining both Chicago’s RLTO and Cook County’s RTLO, and the differences between the two ordinances. She gets granular on disclosures required from Housing Providers to remain in compliance with the ordinance(s) and breaks down security deposits and move-in fees. Michelle dives deep on the eviction process and shares resolution tips to aid with landlord-tenant issues. She closes with a 5 year outlook for her team at the Law Center for Better Housing to continue advocating for fair housing!

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Guest: Michelle Gilbert, Law Center for Better Housing (LCBH)

Link: Cook County Legal Aid for Housing and Debt (CCLAHD)

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Link: SUCI Ep 42 - Bob Floss

Guest Questions

03:02 Housing Provider Tip - Regularly change your thermostat batteries to eliminate easy “No Heat” issues!

04:26 Intro to our guest, Michelle Gilbert!

05:55 Michelle’s involvement with the Chicago RLTO!

11:45 The Cook County RTLO!

17:52 Security Fee vs Non-Refundable Move-In Fee.

22:53 Properly disclosing exemptions.

30:38 Cook County eviction process.

35:33 How can Housing Providers and Tenants reach resolutions?

41:02 Refining tenant screening criteria to minimize discrimination.

48:08 5 Year Outlook for Michelle at LCBH!

51:37 What is your competitive advantage?

51:58 One piece of advice for new investors.

53:02 What do you do for fun?

54:16 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?

55:10 Local Network Recommendation?

55:46 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you?

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