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Letter from the President: Summer 2017

Hello! I am hoping you are enjoying the summer of 2017. Our marketplace is still running on high energy and I hope you are reaping the benefits and leading yourselves […]

CFPB Final Rule Clear on Ability to Share Closing Disclosures

On Friday, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released the final rule amending the “Know Before You Owe” (KBYO or TRID) mortgage disclosure rule, clarifying the ability to share the […]

Bring the Heat with These 7 Member Benefits

Summer has officially arrived! We have 7 can’t-miss events and member benefits that will boost your business and make this summer the best yet. FREE for members: Strategies to Reinvent […]

Become A Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation Trustee

Here’s your chance to truly pay it forward and get involved in your association! We have 5 open positions including Chairman-Elect, Treasurer/Secretary, Trustee At Large Affiliate  and 2 Trustees At-Large. […]

C.A.R. 2017-2018 Election Ballot

The official 2017 – 2018 election ballot for C.A.R. officers and directors has been announced. Newly elected officers and directors will be installed on Sept. 14 at the Annual C.A.R. Inaugural Gala.

Enter to Win Milk Chocolate!

July 28th is National Milk Chocolate Day! Did you know the smell of chocolate increases brain waves, which triggers relaxation? And, regularly indulging in chocolate (in moderation, of course) can cut […]

Congratulations to the Winners of the 2017 REALTOR® Awards!

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2017 REALTOR® Awards! They will be honored at the 134th Annual Inaugural Gala in October. REALTOR® of the Year Dan Wagner, Inland Real Estate […]

Listen Up: Chicago-Style

We put together this collection of podcasts and live music venues that shine a spotlight on our beloved city. Share these with your clients who are looking for new perspectives and […]

Frank Williams Honored for His Work to Improve Our Communities

Frank Williams is a familiar face around the Association. He is a past president (1989 -1990), as well as an instructor for the REALTORS® Real Estate School. As such, he has influenced hundreds of […]

Vicky Silvano Named NAR 2018 Global Business Alliances Liaison

C.A.R.’s Vicky Silvano was named 2018 NAR Global Business Alliances Liaison at the recent Midyear Legislative Meetings & Trade Show in Washington, D.C. She will report to NAR leadership as part […]

Ginger Downs Wins the 2017 William R. Magel Award of Excellence

Congratulations to our own Ginger Downs, RCE, CAE, CIPS, IOM, the 2017 National Association of REALTORS® William R. Magel Award of Excellence winner. The Magel Award is presented annually to […]

FPCs: Your Link to Congress

Did you know that there is a program designed to keep issues important to the real estate industry top of mind for your Congressional legislators? Federal Political Coordinators (FPCs) help […]