Habits to Boost Your Biz in 2018
We talked to the 2017 Top Producers to get the scoop on best practices and habits to help supercharge your business in 2018. Break your goals down. Scott Curcio, Baird […]
The Price is Right: Be the Advisor Your Clients Need
Your clients have popped the infamous question: how much do you think our home is worth? As a steward of home ownership and the real estate market, this is your […]
How to Leverage the NAR Library & Archives
Founded in 1923, the NAR Library and Archives is the largest real estate library in the world — yes, in the world. Their collection includes residential and commercial real estate, […]
This One Trick Will Ramp Up Your ROI
What is the return on investment (ROI) for your advertising budget? Which platforms deal the best leads at the best cost? What was your ROI on the last property sold? […]
Federal Reserve Announces Rate Increase
The Federal Reserve announced a rate hike between 1.5 percent and 1.75 percent, possibly pushing mortgage rates as high as 5 percent by the end of 2018. Economists Predict Three […]
February 2018 Market Snapshot
MARKET SNAPSHOT – CITY OF CHICAGO *The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the […]
New Wage Requirement Could Hurt Local Commercial Development
Despite more than three hours of nearly 65 speakers voicing opposition, urging Commissioners to defer or oppose the ordinance, the Cook County Board of Commissioners voted to approve an ordinance […]
IRS: Interest on Home Equity Loans Often Still Deductible Under New Tax Laws
The IRS last week clarified that, in many cases, taxpayers may continue to deduct interest paid on home equity loans, home equity lines of credit (HELOC) or second mortgages, regardless […]
Chase to Help Local Homebuyers with Closing and Down Payment Costs
If your clients are looking to purchase a home in a low-to-moderate income (LMI) community, Chase could help with closing costs and down payment assistance. Chase Home Lending is offering […]
YPN Breakfast Panel: Top Producers Share Ways You Can Improve Your Business
Listen to the recording: YPN breakfasts are back! We kicked off the 2018 breakfast series at Manny’s with a panel of Top Producers. Tommy Choi, Keller Williams Chicago-Lincoln Park, […]
Changes to Chicago Electrical Code
The Department of Buildings will begin to enforce the new electrical code and smoke and carbon monoxide detection requirements. The updated requirements, which were adopted by the city council last […]
Sign Up for NAR’s “Day in the Life of a REALTOR®” Program
NAR wants to ensure they’re doing all they can to serve your needs as a real estate professional. That’s why one of CEO Bob Goldberg’s key objectives is to make […]