New, Simpler Form Available for PPP Forgiveness
It is now easier than ever for REALTORS® to receive forgiveness on their Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. Those who borrowed $50,000 or less can fill out the new SBA […]
Remind Your Clients: October 1 is the Last Day to Pay Property Taxes Without Late Fee
City of Chicago property taxes must be paid by Thursday, October 1, to avoid significant late fees. To download a copy of your tax bill or to make a payment: […]
Initial Reaction to the City of Chicago’s ARO Task Force Report
On Monday, September 14, the City of Chicago Department of Housing released the Affordable Housing Task Force Report, which can be read in full here. On September 23, the Chicago […]
Tax Proposals by 2020 Presidential Candidates [Log-In Required]
Although REALTOR® Associations remain neutral in Presidential races, we have put together a synopsis provided by a tax expert to break down tax proposals by the candidates that would most […]
Here’s the Schedule for When You Can Appeal Property Tax Assessments
There’s an opportunity for you as a REALTOR® to work with clients to appeal property tax assessments. For clients who are selling their property, appealing an assessment is a great […]
September 2020 Coffee With Your GADs Recap & Advocacy Update
Each month the Chicago Association of REALTORS® hosts Coffee With Your GADs to keep you updated on what is happening in government affairs that affect your business. Watch the playback […]
Governor Pritzker Extends Ban on Evictions to September 22
Governor Pritzker extended the eviction ban for another month, pushing the deadline back from its original expiration date of July 31 to the new date of September 22. It is […]
IL Rental Assistance Grant Applications Open Until August 28
Applications for the Emergency Rental Assistance grant will be open until Friday, August 28. Funds are limited so it is important to complete the application as soon as possible. Those […]
Summer 2020: Government Affairs Update
Under normal circumstances, our focus here would capture our advocacy efforts during the Illinois REALTORS® Capitol Conference and National Association of REALTORS® Midyear Legislative Meetings — but this year is […]
No Late Penalty on Property Tax Payments Through October 1
Although the deadline for paying property taxes is August 3, Treasurer Pappas has announced that there will be no late fees or penalties to property owners who pay the second […]
New Guest Restrictions for Chicago Apartment Residents
The city of Chicago has placed a six guest per unit restriction on all residential apartments in the city. This restriction was reinstated on Friday, July 24, as part of […]