NAR Launches New Fair Housing Simulation Training
As real estate professionals, we have power. Will we act as trusted guides who help clients and communities flourish, or will we lock people out of the benefits of homeownership? This week, […]
Chicago REALTORS® Blog & News
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NAR and AARP Announce Partnership To Serve Senior Clients
On Monday, November 16, NAR and AARP announced a collaboration integrating AARP’s Livability Index data into NAR’s REALTOR® Property Resource® website and app. The Livability Index offers insight into aspects […]
Director of Events Brent Dornbos Earns CMP Certification
CAR’s Director of Events Brent Dornbos has earned his Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification. The CMP credential is recognized globally as the badge of excellence in the events industry and […]
Military and Veteran Discount Card Online Registration Available Through the Recorder of Deeds Office
The Recorder of Deeds office is now offering online registration for military and Veteran Cook County discount cards. The new portal allows active-duty personnel, veterans, guard members and reservists to […]
NAR Releases the 2020 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers
Last week, NAR released the 2020 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. This report discusses demographics, preferences and experiences of buyers and sellers across America. This year’s report highlights the […]
Make Your November Notable with These Member Benefits!
Although we’re still socially distant, we have tools to help you make the most of your membership as you navigate your business as we move into winter. Make your November […]
NAR Board of Directors Passes Code of Ethics Change Regarding Hate Speech
On Friday, November 13, NAR’s Board of Directors voted in favor of a motion presented by the Professional Standards Committee to make it a violation for REALTORS® to use harassing […]
Vice President of Communications Jessica Kern Earns RCE Designation
CAR’s Vice President of Communications Jessica Kern has received her REALTOR® Certified Executive (RCE) designation. The RCE is the only professional designation designed specifically for REALTOR® association executives. The RCE […]
Relive the 137th Virtual Inaugural
Thank you to all who attended the 137th Virtual Inaugural on Facebook Live. Watch the speeches, introductions and other videos below, or watch the full event on Facebook here. Also, […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Jeanine McShea, Forms & Contracts Committee Chair
Get to know our members who share their expertise to help shape the future of our association and industry! We chatted with our 2020-2021 Forms & Contracts Committee Chair Jeanine […]
Mandatory Ethics Training Deadline: Dec. 31, 2021
All REALTOR® members are required to complete 2.5 hours of Code of Ethics training per three-year cycle. We are currently in the Sixth Training Cycle, December 31, 2018 through December 31, […]
Congratulations to our members serving on 2021 IR committees!
We would like to congratulate our members who have been appointed to IR committees for 2021. Congratulations, and thank you for serving our industry!