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3 Ways to Elevate Your Real Estate Practice Through Inclusion: A 360° Summit Recap

As REALTORS®, we’re always seeking ways to enhance our services and expand our reach. At this year’s 360° Summit, Ryan Davis of Davis & Associates delivered a thought-provoking presentation on […]

June is National Homeownership Month: Share These Resources With Your Sphere

June is Homeownership Month—a time to recognize the power of property ownership and our essential role in making it possible. As REALTORS®, we are more than transaction facilitators. We are […]

April 2025 Market Snapshot

*The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. STATE OF […]

Real Chicago Homeownership Stories: Showcasing the Power of REALTORS®

Every home has a story — and at the heart of those stories are REALTORS®, like you, who make dreams a reality. We’re highlighting the real impact REALTORS® have in […]

March 2025 Market Snapshot

*The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. STATE OF […]

What You Need To Know: Arab American Heritage Month

April marks the celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month. We continue to celebrate the strength and diversity of our industry and organization. The federal government officially recognizes it as […]

February 2025 Market Snapshot

*The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. STATE OF […]

January 2025 Market Snapshot

*The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. STATE OF […]

Shifting Dynamics, Increased Inventory & Affordability Advantages: A 2025 Chicago Market Outlook

Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist of the National Association of REALTORS®, presented his forecast for Chicago’s housing market in 2025 at the Market Outlook. Let’s examine the key factors shaping […]

Securely Send, Request or Collect Money with Our New Member Perk, DepositLink!

Introducing our new member perk, DepositLink! DepositLink is a payment solution platform that replaces paper checks and wire transfers so you can focus on what matters—supporting your clients. The platform […]

2025 Purchase & Sales Contract Updates & Training

This year, Chicago-specific purchase and sale contracts and the Multi-Board 8.0 contract are undergoing significant updates. These documents are fundamental to navigating complex transactions for homebuyers and sellers. Below, you’ll […]

December 2024 Market Snapshot

*The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. STATE OF […]