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Matt Difanis Receives First-Ever Industry Partners TITAN Award for Diversity and Inclusion Efforts

On Tuesday, October 16, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) presented Matt Difanis (RE/MAX Realty Associates in Champaign) with the first-ever Industry Partners TITAN Award. The TITAN Award is reserved […]

Michael LaFargue Wins Web Choice Vote for Good Neighbor Awards

Chicago REALTOR® Michael LaFargue (Coldwell Banker Residential) has been recognized with the National Association of REALTORS® “Web Choice Favorite” award, for his tireless community service work in Chicago’s underserved communities. […]

Branch Office and Entity License Renewals Due by Oct. 31, 2018

The licenses for the following professions are due for renewal by October 31, 2018: Chicago REALTORS® with licenses for any of the aforementioned professions are asked to complete the online […]

Chicago Association of REALTORS® Welcomes Tommy Choi as 2019 President

The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.) welcomes Tommy Choi of Keller Williams Chicago – Lincoln Park as its 2019 President for a one-year term, beginning today. He was installed on […]

Relive the Fun from the 135th Annual Inaugural Gala

Thank you to all who attended the 135th Inaugural Gala. Relive all the fun from this year’s event, with photos and videos celebrating our special guests. Step 1: Check out […]

2018 Brian A. Bernardoni Political Advocacy Award: Sonia Anaya

September 12th was the premier night for real estate in Chicago, as the Chicago Association of REALTORS® proudly presented its 135th Annual Inaugural Gala. Complemented by dancing, live music, and […]

2018 Managing Broker of the Year (51+ Licensees): TJ Rubin

September 12th was the premier night for real estate in Chicago, as the Chicago Association of REALTORS® proudly presented its 135th Annual Inaugural Gala. Complemented by dancing, live music, and […]

2018 Managing Broker of the Year (1-50 Licensees): Nelly Lara

September 12th was the premier night for real estate in Chicago, as the Chicago Association of REALTORS® proudly presented its 135th Annual Inaugural Gala. Complemented by dancing, live music, and […]

2018 REALTOR® Community Service: Alicia Ruiz

September 12th was the premier night for real estate in Chicago, as the Chicago Association of REALTORS® proudly presented its 135th Annual Inaugural Gala. Complemented by dancing, live music, and […]

2018 President’s Award Recipient: Antje Gehrken

September 12th was the premier night for real estate in Chicago, as the Chicago Association of REALTORS® proudly presented its 135th Annual Inaugural Gala. Complemented by dancing, live music, and […]

2018 REALTOR® Achievement: Erin Mandel

September 12th was the premier night for real estate in Chicago, as the Chicago Association of REALTORS® proudly presented its 135th Annual Inaugural Gala. Complemented by dancing, live music, and […]

2018 REALTOR® of the Year: Matt Silver

September 12th was the premier night for real estate in Chicago, as the Chicago Association of REALTORS® proudly presented its 135th Annual Inaugural Gala. Complemented by dancing, live music, and […]