Jump into July, with these Member Benefits
In order for you to be the best in the business, you need the proper tools, tips and coursework to guide you. That’s where the Chicago Association of REALTORS® comes […]
Chicago REALTORS® Blog & News
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Staging Takes Center Stage in Home Listings
Staging a home was once thought of as an elitist activity to fill large rooms in luxury homes before they hit the market. Now, staging apartments, condos and homes of […]
Takeaways from the CommercialForum Opportunity Zones Summit
“Opportunity Zones are a hot topic for good reason,” Commercial Forum Vice Chair Tony Hardy, Marcus and Millichap, said. “This program will allow us to bring dollars and traffic into […]
June 2019 Advocacy Update
On June 12th, we held our monthly “Coffee with Your GADs” chat, where members join our Government Affairs Director Brian Bernardoni for an informal discussion about policy and politics impacting the real […]
Get Involved: Why You Should and How You Can
Our 2019-2020 committees and work groups need your insights and expertise to help shape the future of our association and industry. Your involvement in our committees, advisory groups and forums […]
Jump-Start Your June, with These Member Benefits
In order for you to be the best in the business, you need the proper tools, tips and coursework to guide you. That’s where the Chicago Association of REALTORS® comes […]
Interruption to Chicago REALTOR® IMS (May 24 – May 27)
Due to scheduled maintenance in the CAR Central building (430 N. Michigan), there will be an interruption to service from 7 PM on Friday, May 24 through 12 PM on […]
PS: Present Yourself Professionally…ALWAYS!
NAR’s Pathways to Professionalism are professional courtesies REALTORS® should show to the public, property and their peers. While these should be honored, they are also voluntary and cannot form a […]
Cicero No Longer Requires Escrow Deposits for “As Is” Transfers
The Town of Cicero’s Building Department announced it’ll no longer require escrow deposits for As Is Transfers. Effective May 13th, buyers will only be required to complete an As Is […]
PS: Property is Not for Personal Use
NAR’s Pathways to Professionalism are professional courtesies REALTORS® should show to the public, property and their peers. While these should be honored, they are also voluntary and cannot form a […]
CAR and CCIM Host Networking Event for Chicago African-Americans in Commercial Real Estate Group
On Thursday, May 2nd, the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, along with NAR-affiliate the Certified Commercial Investment Member Institute (CCIM), hosted a networking event for the Chicago African-Americans in Commercial Real […]
What You Shared During the 2019 Listening Tour
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Listening Tour! Your time and input helps make our association thrive. Hearing your thoughts on new ways we can shape our […]