Six Steps to Avoid a Low Appraisal

Getting a low appraisal for a property is one of the most frustrating components brokers face in a transaction, especially

Q&A with Michelle Mills Clement

In mid-April, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® welcomed our new Chief Executive Officer Michelle Mills Clement, CAE. Michelle joins us

Welcome to Berwyn

Within reach of prime real estate locations, including downtown Chicago and the neighboring suburbs of Oak Park, Forest Park, Riverside, La Grange and Brookfield, Berwyn combines affordability and unique community […]

Use these Apps for Wellness

It’s easy to forget a meal or stay up later than intended during a stressful week. Thanks to wellness apps, you can de-stress quickly and on the go. Wellness apps […]

Six Considerations to Make When Working with Investors

An investor looks to purchase property where they can add value, either by repairing the property to force appreciation, by improving underperforming assets or re-purposing a property to its best […]

Chicago REALTOR® Magazine

Chicago REALTOR® Magazine

Chicago REALTOR® Magazine is the only glossy, 4-color publication that covers the entire residential real estate market in Chicagoland.

From the CEO: Summer 2018

Hello, Chicago REALTORS®! I’m Michelle Mills Clement, CAR’s new Chief Executive Officer. I’m excited to get to know you all a little better as I settle into my new role. […]

Get Involved: Take on a Leadership Role in the Association

Gain the most from your REALTOR® membership by getting involved! There are many ways to volunteer at C.A.R. Rewards include personal and professional growth opportunities and the ability to contribute […]

Tools to Help Property Managers Reach Full Capacity

REALTORS® aren’t just in the business of buying and selling homes; some are also in the business of managing properties. Like a REALTOR®, a property manager’s job never ends, and […]

Listen Up: Plug In and Grow

We put together this list of podcasts you can listen to in the car and on the go. They’ll help you sharpen your skills and grow personally and professionally. Oprah’s […]

Optimize Your Open House

Trends show some traditional practices REALTORS® have relied on for decades are becoming more popular, such as the open house. More than half of all 2017 homebuyers visited an open […]

Well Read

The Business and leadership books we just can’t seem to put down (or stop quoting!)   The Fire Starter Sessions: A Soulful & Practical Guide to Creating Success on Your […]