Junk Fees in Illinois Rentals: Legal Updates for Landlords and Property Managers

KSN attorney Jessica Ryan discusses preparing for an eviction and best practices for Illinois landlords and rental property managers. Topics include termination notices, service, accepting payments as applicable in all jurisdictions in the Chicagoland area, including Chicago RLTO, Cook RTLO, and other counties/municipalities, and more. (62 mins.)

*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "b0c7d56a-183d-4fe4-b224-8951bcdd320d" data-testid= "conversation-turn-1" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="user"> *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:9a2fcd2c-425d-45a4-92a2-1cf466fc2258-5" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Significant changes to Indiana law governing community association assessment collections take effect July 1, 2026. In this episode, KSN attorney Kelly Elmore explains how HB1152 and HB1115 will impact collection procedures, enforcement options, and policy considerations for associations. She also discusses the steps boards and community managers should take now to update procedures, review governing documents, and avoid delays or reduced recovery options once the new law takes effect. Advance planning is critical to maintain enforcement leverage and minimize potential financial consequences.

KSN attorney Omar Malik discusses community association questionnaire requests, paid assessment letters, board member responsibilities, best practices, and more. Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Legal questions? Visit www.ksnlaw.com.

KSN attorney Jessica Ryan covers important legal updates impacting Illinois landlords and rental property managers, including how Illinois landlord-tenant law regulates so-called "junk fees," such as application fees, administrative charges, and other add-on costs imposed on tenants. Jessica addresses emerging national trends in fee regulation that are expected to influence future changes in Illinois law. Illinois landlords and property managers will gain practical guidance on which fees are currently permitted, how to structure them lawfully, and how to reduce the risk of disputes.

KSN attorney Paul Ochmanek discusses board member best practices when working with real estate agents including document requests, legal requirements, and more. Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Legal questions? Visit www.ksnlaw.com.

KSN attorney Laura Boggioni discusses important 2026 legal updates impacting Illinois landlords and rental property managers. Topics include Safer Homes disclosure updates, lease requirements, naming minors in evictions, criminal trespass, and more. (43 mins.)

KSN attorney Omar Malik discusses governing documents in community associations. Topics include  applicable laws, reviewing documents, board member responsibilities, best practices, and more. Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Legal questions? Visit www.ksnlaw.com.

KSN attorneys Kerry Bartell and David Savitt review community association updates including governing documents, maintenance responsibilities, voting, technology and more. Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Legal questions? Visit www.ksnlaw.com.

KSN attorney Jessica Ryan discusses important legal updates impacting Illinois landlords and rental property managers.   Topics include eviction filings regarding minors, Illinois court-based rental assistance update, criminal trespass, Chicago Composting Ordinance, ICE raids & access authority, and more. (64 mins.)

KSN attorneys Michael Kreibich and Paul Ochmanek review community association disaster preparation including property inspections, burst pipes, insurance coverage, risk assessment, and more. Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.