Security Deposits – Interest Rates
Interest Rates for leases begun in the following years: 2014 – 0.013% 2013 – 0.023% 2012 – 0.057% 2011 – 0.073% 2010 – 0.073% 2009 – 0.12% 2008 – 1.26% 2007 – 1.68% 2006 – 1.71 % 2005 – 1.01% 2004 –...
View ArticleSecurity Deposit Return – Sample Letter
This letter applies to residents within the city of Chicago only who are covered under the Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance (RLTO). Please see the Exceptions to the RLTO to ensure the law applies...
View ArticleMoving In – FAQ
NOTE: If your landlord lives in your building, see the “Exceptions” note on the right side of this page. Does my landlord have to give me him/her or anyone else’s name, address and telephone number ...
View ArticleMoving Out – FAQ
NOTE: If your landlord lives in your building, see the “Exceptions” note on the right side of this page. Do I have to tell my landlord I am moving if I have a written lease? No. ...
View ArticleRenting & Credit Reports
Credit reports contain “information” about where you live and work and your bill paying habits; it may also state whether there has been an eviction or arrest. Landlords have the right to charge for...
View ArticleFind Your Landlord’s Contact Information
Landlord’s Name First, you must find out the Property Identification Number (PIN) of your building. Online, you can try www.newschicago.org. If the website is down or it is not finding your building,...
View ArticleSecurity Deposit Interest – Sample Letter
This letter applies to residents within the city of Chicago only who are covered under the Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance (RLTO). Please see the Exceptions to the RLTO to ensure the law applies...
View ArticleLawyers, Low-Income Housing & Other Resources
This is an informational resource list. None of the following organizations have affiliation with the Metropolitan Tenants Organization. Legal Organization Referrals Evictions (tenant must be...
View ArticleNo RLTO – Terminate Tenancy – Sample Letter
This letter applies to residents within the city of Chicago only who are covered under the Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance (RLTO). Please see the Exceptions to the RLTO to ensure the law applies...
View ArticleMTO takes on Application Fees
MTO hotline counselors have been hearing that landlords have been charging applicants outrageous fees when applying for housing without providing any explanation for the basis of the fees or if they...
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