Your Fair Housing Month Toolkit
April is Fair Housing Month! We fully support Fair Housing, and as REALTORS®, we have the power to end discrimination, step up for what’s right & help build thriving, inclusive […]
Chicago REALTORS® Blog & News
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Have an Amazing April with These Member Benefits
This April, we have the tools to help you make the most of your membership: Commemorate Fair Housing Month April is Fair Housing Month. The Chicago Association of REALTORS® fully […]
MRED Updates connectMLS Private Listings
MRED recently released multiple updates to private listings in the MLS to enhance how you work with them, including: Easier options to share these listings. Private listings that are marked […]
Payroll Protection Program Extended to May 31
The Payroll Protection Program (PPP) Extension Act of 2021 has been passed. This bill extends the PPP deadline for an additional two months, moving the deadline to May 31, unless […]
REALTORS® Now Eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccine in Chicago
On March 29, the City of Chicago moved into Phase 1C of COVID-19 vaccination distribution. This phase makes REALTORS® eligible for the vaccine. Vaccine supply and appointments are still limited, […]
Love Letters or Liability Letters?
Buyer love letters are a tactic used by some buyers in an attempt to stand out to a seller, especially in hot markets with low inventory and bidding wars. Seemingly […]
REALTORS® Are the Key to Ending Discrimination
We have the power. Here are the resources you need to educate yourself and ensure you’re stepping up for what’s right and empowering fair housing for all. What We’re Doing: […]
A Statement on Recent AAPI Hate Crimes
Dear Chicago REALTORS®, We are saddened by the murders of the 8 individuals, six of whom were Asian women, in Atlanta earlier this week and horrified at the increase in […]
February 2021 Market Snapshot
MARKET SNAPSHOT — CITY OF CHICAGO *The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the […]
New City of Chicago Program Helps Homebound Seniors Receive COVID-19 Vaccinations
The City of Chicago has partnered with the Chicago Fire Department to create a mobile, integrated, home health community vaccination program for homebound seniors who cannot get to vaccination sites. […]
What You Need to Know About the American Rescue Plan
The American Rescue Plan was passed by Congress on March 10. The bill was signed by President Biden on March 11, and it includes provisions that impact the real estate […]
Get Lead Pipes Replaced for Free or at a Discount Through the City
Two city programs are accepting applications for free or discounted lead pipe replacements. Both programs are available to single-family or two-flat homeowners. Through the Homeowner-Initiated Program, if a contractor is […]