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Antje Gehrken, A.R.E. Partners, was installed as our 2021-2022 president on September 24, 2021, during our 138th Annual Inaugural Gala, the premiere night for real estate. At the Gala, Gehrken […]
The latest issue of Chicago REALTOR® is now available. Enjoy the content in the format of your choice. You can find the digital PDF flipbook below, with links to blog-format […]
Social media is changing more than ever before. From new platforms emerging to advertising options changing, it can be overwhelming to keep up. Here’s what you need to know about […]
I attended our 114th Annual Golf Classic back in July, where I had the chance to speak with Neli Vazquez Rowland, the founder of A Safe Haven, a foundation that […]
Have an Appraisal Story? We Want to Hear It We’re assessing whether biased appraisals are taking place in Chicago. We need your help. Have you witnessed or experienced appraisal bias […]
ALL EYES ON BUDGETS FOLLOWING SUMMER RECESS Most government bodies took a recess in August, including Chicago’s City Council and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, with plans to reconvene […]
There are many strategies for growing your business — but how do you know which is right for you? Chicago REALTORS® share their insights on the questions we most frequently […]
I don’t want to be too salesy. I often hear these words before a broker decides to postpone their prospecting efforts or abandon a once-beloved marketing campaign. Although we’re all […]
Every city has architecture that is synonymous with different neighborhoods, and Chicago is no different. Explore the quintessential residential architecture styles that make our city unique. Great examples ring the […]
West Lawn, one of Chicago’s southwestern neighborhoods, has a history of being an ethnic melting pot with a suburban feel, but within the city limits. And, its residents know there’s […]
You’ve shared your schedule with colleagues and family. You meet new clients in public areas. You have a distress code in place and remain aware of your surroundings. You’ve dotted […]
Chicago REALTORS® Rise Up It was amazing to see so many of you at our summer events, especially our Rise Up Summer Soiree at Offshore Rooftop. What a beautiful evening […]