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2020 Market Outlook Recap

On Thursday, January 9, CAR members gathered at the Swissotel Chicago to hear from three leading real estate economists on what they can expect from 2020. Dr. Lawrence Yun of […]

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New 2020 Lease & Security Deposit Interest Rates Now Available

The Chicago residential lease has been updated for 2020 with the new security deposit interest rates. Ensure you are using the new lease, which is editable, available here. Review the […]

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Apply for Commercial Sales Awards

The Chicago Association of REALTORS® honors the outstanding listing and selling accomplishments of our members with its annual Sales Awards Recognition. This recognition gives CAR members the opportunity to celebrate success […]

Photos, Videos & Presentations from our Women’s Conference

Titans of Industry – an all-day, nine-hour, 17 speaker line-up day of education and empowerment – was not about what happened on stage, not entirely. The Titans, the ones charged […]

Sign-Up For Broker CE Classes

Continuing Education (Licensed Prior to 2/1/18) If you were licensed prior to February 1, 2018 you will need to complete the requirements below by April 30, 2020: 12 Hours 4 […]

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What You Need to Know About the License Act Rewrite

On August 9, 2019, Governor JB Pritzker signed Public Act 101-0357 into law.  This updated the Real Estate License Act of 2000, extending it until January 1, 2030. The main […]

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What You Need to Know about NAR’s New Clear Cooperation Policy

NAR’s Board of Directors recently passed MLS Statement 8.0, commonly known as the ‘Clear Cooperation Proposal’, which requires all REALTOR® listings to be submitted to the MLS: MLS Statement 8.0: Within […]

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Chicago Association of REALTORS® Welcomes Zack Wahlquist as Executive Vice President

The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is excited to announce the hiring of Zack Wahlquist, M.S., CAE, as our new executive vice president, following a nationwide search. Wahlquist will begin […]

Chicago REALTORS® Appointed to 2020 NAR Committees

You’re being represented on the national level. Congratulations and thank you to the Chicago REALTORS® who are volunteering to serve on 2020 National Association of REALTORS® committees. They’ll make sure […]

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Join the 2020 Member Care Task Force

We’re excited to announce our new Member Care Task Force! Here’s your opportunity to weigh in on and advance Chicago Association of REALTORS® member benefits. If you’ve been looking for […]

YPN Raises $2,966 for Local Charity: Chicago House

On Wednesday, October 30, our Young Professionals Network committee presented a check of $2,966 to representatives from Chicago House. Chicago House provides housing and client-centered support services for those living […]

REALTORS® Repurpose Materials to Build Furniture for Charity

Sandwiched between Whirlyball and Mariano’s in Bucktown is a treasure trove of discarded scraps – the ReBuilding Exchange, an inconspicuous haven for home remodeling. On Tuesday, October 22, 2019, members […]