NFL Draft Road Closures

Starting Tuesday, April 19, travel to the C.A.R. Central office will be affected by downtown road closures  tied to the 2016 NFL Draft. The 2016 NFL Draft is scheduled from Thursday, April […]

Nine Ways to Be Your Clients’ Best Resource and Take Your Listings to the Next Level

At March’s YPN Breakfast, we heard from a panel of experts about ways you can be your clients’ best resource and make your listing stand out in today’s market. Here […]

Reassure Your Clients Of the Safety of SentriLock

You may have heard about a recent rental scam in the suburbs where con artists were illegally entering homes being advertised for rent. These individuals gained access to the rentals through […]

Fair Housing – What You Need to Know

The Chicago Association of REALTORS® fully supports the practice of equal opportunity in Fair Housing.  For questions on Fair Housing or Professional Standards, please contact our Professional Standards Team at […]

REALTOR® Awards Nominations Due May 12

Do you know a REALTOR® who goes above and beyond? We’re seeking nominations for our annual REALTOR® Awards, to be honored at our Inaugural Gala in the fall. Nominations are due Thursday, […]

Market Snapshot: February 2016

C.A.R.’s market snapshot helps prepare you to answer questions about Chicago’s real estate industry, while projecting confidence and consistency as a voice for Chicago REALTORS®. If you would like to […]

Union League BGCA’s Youth of the Year Banquet

As part of our ongoing partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation sponsored the Union League Boys & Girls Clubs’ Youth of […]

Market Snapshot: January 2016

 C.A.R.’s market snapshot helps prepare you to answer questions about Chicago’s real estate industry, while projecting confidence and consistency as a voice for Chicago REALTORS®. If you would like to […]

IDFPR Eliminates Paper Renewal Notices and Licenses

Effective immediately, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) will no longer issue paper renewal notices and licenses. All documentation will be done electronically, with the goal of […]

C.A.R. Member Advisory: SentriLock One-Day Codes Return to MORe

Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS® is bringing back One-Day Codes. They will be available for use starting Wednesday, Feb. 3rd. Details: One-Day Codes are designed to provide access to a SentriLock […]

New 2016 Lease & Security Deposit Interest Rates

The Chicago residential lease has been updated for 2016 with the new security deposit interest rates. Ensure you are using the new lease, which is editable, available here. Review the […]