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Why does it matter? Misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor excludes an employee from benefits, overtime and unemployment insurance. As an employer, misclassification can lead to severe employer penalties […]
The latest issue of Chicago REALTOR® is now available. Enjoy the content in whichever format you choose! You can find the digital PDF flipbook below, or links to blog format articles. […]
DSupport is the key to every person who does anything great in any business. Private real estate coaching evolved out of agents’ need to get more support to be the […]
by Brian Buffini Work the system. We ask clients to follow a very simple system for building relationships. It’s based on principles that don’t change, and how to take care […]
Fighting for Private Property Rights Rounding out a busy spring, we took action on pro-landlord changes by fighting for judicial discretion and working in collaboration with the Home Builders Association […]
What is the Ombudsman program? Now in its second year, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Ombudsman program has been successful in clearing up various disputes and misunderstandings and bringing the […]
The customer relationship management (CRM) software market is booming. Total sales in 2014 were in the neighborhood of $25 billion. Given the strength of CRM in the business world at […]
We were fortunate to have three of our YPN all-stars join us to provide tips for managing your personal brand, on and off-line, at our March YPN Breakfast. Their tips […]
For 25 years, the EB-5 visa program has worked as a catalyst to attract foreign investment in projects that create jobs for U.S. citizens. A packed room at the Asian […]
By 2017, the number of connected devices is expected to equal three times the number of people on earth, according to Intel. It’s more important than ever to know how […]
by Sanjay Kuttemperoor, CEO & Founder of WikiRealty, Inc. It’s a fantastic time for real estate professionals in markets across the country, especially Chicago. Low unemployment, historically low interest rates […]
Congratulations to Chicago’s top producers on their 2014 Sales Awards! More than 700 real estate professionals filled The Drake Hotel on Thursday, March 12 for a reception, where Chicago’s top […]