C.A.R. Message: Legal Update
We want to inform you that the legal action C.A.R. brought in September 2012 against REALTOR® member Andrea Geller is now over. The following joint statement has been issued by Ms. […]
Chicago REALTORS® Blog & News
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Cook County Zoning Rules Change
Take note of new rules for sellers of property in unincorporated Cook County that go into effect on Saturday, March 21. The seller must apply to the Cook County building […]
Three Premier Skill Building Courses Next Week
Join us next week for a series of unique skill-building courses being held March 16-19. All three courses are being taught by special guest instructor Chip Meyers. Each class is […]
New Affordable Home Loan Launches
A new statewide home loan has launched to make homeownership more affordable for first-time and repeat buyers. The new @HomeIllinois product offers the following: • A 30-year fixed-rate, affordable loan […]
March Speaking Points
C.A.R. speaking points help prepare you to answer questions about Chicago’s real estate industry and project confidence and consistency as a voice for Chicago REALTORS®. If you would like to […]
Net Neutrality a Victory for REALTORS®
National Association of REALTORS® President Chris Polychron voiced support for new open Internet rules the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved on Thursday, Feb. 26: “REALTORS® welcome the passage of the […]
Mortgage Applications Rise
Mortgage applications increased 5 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis for the week ending Feb. 20, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) said. The slight jump from the previous week came […]
Refinancing Opportunities for FHA Borrowers
An estimated 2.4 million borrowers with Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans can lower their mortgage costs by refinancing. This is a result of the FHA reducing its insurance premiums in […]
Millennials Favor Mortgage over Marriage
Some millennials say they would rather afford to buy a home than spend money on a wedding or honeymoon. A Redfin survey found 38 percent of American millennials (aged 18-34) […]
Tax Tips for Homeowners
Homeownership carries many tax benefits, so be sure you’re taking advantage of these strategies at tax time: Mortgage Interest Deduction Interest you pay on a mortgage of up to $1 […]
IDFPR Distributes Renewal Postcards
Managing broker renewal postcards will go out the week of Feb. 9 from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Postcards are white this year, and managing brokers […]