Apply for the Real Estate Associate Program (REAP) Scholarship
Project REAP is back in Chicago, and we will be awarding five scholarships to those interested in taking part in the program! The REAP Scholarship is based on the applicant’s […]
2019 Annual Report
You helped make 2019 an unforgettable year! From raising thousands of dollars for charity to networking at 68 events, together, we set new standards for success. We are proud of […]
New NAR Code of Ethics Provisions Take Effect
As REALTORS®, we know the importance of treating all costumers with equal care, respect and service. To ensure that our industry stays in line with, if not ahead of, the […]
How to Apply For Your Real Estate License in Illinois
Confused about what documents you should hold onto to apply for a real estate license? We built a guide that breaks down the whole process, so you can prevent unnecessary […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]