New law comes for your cash cow
Apr 10, 2025Illinois just slid into your DMs.
It's another new law.
And it's not flirting — it's coming for your fees.
If this passes (likely), it'll:
- kill move-in fees
- cap background fees
- limit late rent fees (anything but those!!)
Looks like you couldn't use credit reports too.
And nope — you can't sneak around it with slick lease terms.
No more charing $150 for "air freshener realignment."
Keep an eye on House Bill 3564.
It's most likely becoming law.
And when it does, you'll need to rethink move-in, application, and late fees.
Yes, all of it.
We'll keep you posted.
By Landlord Legal
No fees, that's issue #150 of The Brief.
Stay tuned — this bill's heating up, and we'll keep reading the fine print (so you don't have to).
DISCLAIMER: Heads up - none of this is legal advice. We share stories and laughs about legal stuff for Landlords. Do your own homework and stay safe out there!