Founded in 2016, Kettle & Oak is a Chicago-based property management company specializing in Section 8, affordable housing, and residential rental investments. We combine local expertise, technology, and proven processes to help property owners maximize returns while reducing the stress of day-to-day management. From leasing and rent collection to maintenance, inspections, and compliance, our team handles every aspect of the rental journey with transparency and care. Trusted by landlords and investors across the globe, we manage properties as if they were our own. At Kettle & Oak, our mission is simple: protect your investment, grow your cash flow, and help you build long-term wealth through real estate.
Mak Ali
(CEO, Kettle & Oak)
Meet Our Team
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Our Office
Log into Asana from your couch. Join a huddle from anywhere. Take your laptop to the park. Set up at your favorite coffee shop.
As a fully remote company, we thrive asynchronously as a team. We are curious, ambitious, and dedicated to our work. We value trust above all else, and have a strong bias for action.
Our office is wherever you work best.
Trusted by Landlords, Driven by Results
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Our Values
Ownership
We strive to be the company where you can truly take ownership of what you do. If you enjoy solving challenging problems and want to make a big impact, you’ll love it here.
Delight
We pay attention to the details and take pride in our work. Whether it’s a feature in the product, a blog post, or an offer letter, it’s an important opportunity to make someone’s day.
Empathy
We’re very intentional about how the work we do impacts our customers, community, and each other. We practice empathy and generosity every single chance we get.
Curiosity
Real growth happens outside your comfort zone. We support each other in our continuous pursuit of knowledge and curiosity. If you’re a lifelong learner, you’ll fit right in.
