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Market Snapshot: March 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 […]

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 […]

Top Producers’ Game-Changing Books

WHAT BOOKS HAVE CHANGED THE WAY YOU DO BUSINESS OR HAVE IMPACTED YOUR LIFE? Greg Pekarsky, Vesta Preferred Realty Two great ones: Never Eat Alone, And Other Secrets to Success, […]

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 […]

Advice from 2015 Top Producers & Industry Advocates [Videos]

We were thrilled to be able to get advice from some of Chicago’s Top Producers and Industry Advocates. Enjoy their stories and tips for success! Thanks to Ian Schwartz, Tommy […]

Words of Wisdom from Top Producers

Every year, we honor the Top Producers in Chicago Real Estate at our Sales Awards banquet. But what does it take to become a Top Producer? What are their tools for […]

CE Deadline Approaching

Illinois License Law imposes continuing education requirements on individuals holding real estate Broker, Managing Broker and Appraiser licensees. IDFPR holds each licensee responsible for properly renewing their license by their […]

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 […]

Commonly-Missed Tax Deductions and Other Tax Tips for Realtors

On Wednesday, February 17th, the Women’s Council of REALTORS® – Chicago Chapter held a Wealth Symposium featuring a panel which included Alfred Dynia, Dynia & Valente, LLC, Attorneys at Law. Dynia presented some great […]

2016 Market Outlook: Tools for You!

Key Takeaways 2015 was a great year for housing. Looking forward to 2016, here are some trends REALTOR.com® chief economist Jonathan Smoke wants you to keep in mind: Real Estate […]

Six New Commercial Forms Added

This past week, we added six new commercial forms to the website. Available forms and contracts now include: Exclusive Representation Agreement Letter Broker to Broker Referral Form Commercial Letter of […]