April 2020 Advocacy Update

We know this is a challenging time for everyone.  At every level of government, relief is sought.  The Chicago Association of REALTORS® is working to find creative solutions.  Whether it […]

Guidance for Small Business Loans and Grants

NAR’s Federal Advocacy team has been working closely with Congress and the Administration to ensure the interests of REALTORS® and their clients are protected in any federal action in response […]

Legal Update and Virtual Town Hall [VIDEO]

On Thursday, March 27, we hosted a special legal update and virtual town hall, featuring: Betsy Urbance | General Counsel & VP, Legal Services, Illinois REALTORS® Maurice Hampton | President, […]

COVID-19 Advocacy Update

Updated: April 14, 2020 The Chicago Association of REALTORS® is working on your behalf to ensure your interests are represented at each level of government during the COVID-19 crisis. Things […]

Dos & Don’ts: Sentrilock Lockbox Access

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the switch for many to virtual business, we’ve received quite a few questions about Sentrilock lockboxes. Here are a few things to keep in […]

COVID-19 Addendum to Purchase and Sale Contract Now Available

The COVID-19 Addendum to Purchase and Sale Contract can be used as an addendum to an existing contract should delays have occurred as a result of COVID-19. (i) The parties to each […]

March 2020 Advocacy Update

Affordable Requirements Ordinance Update The City has commissioned an Affordable Requirements Ordinance (ARO) Task Force, to recommend changes and updates to the current ARO. Their recommendations, due by June, are […]

Ready to Sell Your Home? | WBBM Real Estate Feature

Each month, we release a series of PSAs through WBBM Radio to help home buyers and sellers make informed real estate decisions. Each feature includes specialty advice from real estate […]

Just Housing Amendment: Resources & Issue Summary

To view CAR’s full issue summary, including the amendment’s impact on the real estate industry, our stance, news and more, click here.

How to Better Understand the Housing Market | WBBM Real Estate Feature

Each month, we release a series of PSAs through WBBM Radio to help home buyers and sellers make informed real estate decisions. Each feature includes specialty advice from real estate […]

Keeping Your Home Bright Over Winter | WBBM Real Estate Feature

Each month, we release a series of PSAs through WBBM Radio to help home buyers and sellers make informed real estate decisions. Each feature includes specialty advice from real estate […]

CAR Foundation Donates $10,000 to Support Hephzibah House & High-Need Children

The CAR Foundation spent the morning touring the Hephzibah House in Oak Park, which provides intensive therapeutic care for severely traumatized young children. The tour concluded with a $10,000 check […]