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Feb 26, 2024 · Real estate agents are raising concerns about a resurgence of squatters and scammers in the Chicago area, exemplified by an incident in Longwood Manor.
May 31, 2023 · Armed with a battering ram at the ready, the Cook County Sheriff's Department was at the home near 80th Street and Vernon Avenue in Chatham – to evict the squatters who moved into Young's home.
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- Charlie De Mar
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Aug 8, 2021 · The City of Chicago has long (and successfully) claimed that it is not liable for any damages or discomfort due to the noise and other hazards which result from operations at O`Hare.
Sep 10, 2022 · What is a squatter? A South Side, Chicago homeowner started the Illinois eviction process against a stranger living in her vacant Chatham home. CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Chicago homeowner who said a...
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- Samantha Chatman
Legal Landscape of Squatting and A Closer Look at Illinois’ Legislative Response. IL bill aims to end squatters' rights after 7 years, boosting police powers and addressing senior vulnerabilities. Critics call it too broad.
Mar 14, 2020 · CHICAGO (CBS) -- A landlord's biggest nightmare is finding a squatter in their property because in the State of Illinois it doesn't matter how the person got in. Landlords have to go to court...
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Sep 28, 2023 · If you discover that there is a squatter in your home, the first step is to try and peacefully resolve the situation. You can do this by talking to the squatter and politely asking them to leave. If they refuse or are uncooperative, you can then proceed with legal action.