New 2015 Lease
The Chicago residential lease has been updated for 2015 with the new security deposit interest rates. Ensure you are using the new lease available here. You will find an editable […]
Chicago REALTORS® Blog & News
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Property Disclosure Changes
Are you aware of new changes to the Illinois Residential Real Property Disclosure Act? An important change took effect on Jan. 1. A state Appellate Court decision found an existing […]
2015 Market Outlook
What residential and commercial housing trends will emerge in 2015? We asked our expert panelists for their predictions in advance of our 2015 Market Outlook event for Chicago REALTORS® on […]
Housing Trends on Horizon for 2015
Whether they’re about design, convenience or bringing calm to our frenzied lives, these hot housing trends are ready to make their mark in 2015. REALTOR® Magazine released a list of […]
FAA Delays Decision on Drones
Real estate professionals planning to use drones to capture aerial photos of listings will have to wait. A delay in the Federal Aviation Administration’s decision on drone rules means commercial […]
Reminder: Open Enrollment Deadlines
Please be reminded of the upcoming Affordable Care Act open enrollment deadlines. Enroll by Thursday, Jan. 15 to start health care coverage on Sunday, Feb. 1. Enroll by Sunday, Feb. […]
Save up to $500 with CARLEASE.com
Get your first month free under our new CARLEASE.com member benefit. If you sign up for this exclusive benefit available to Chicago REALTORS® and their families, CARLEASE.com will credit your […]
December 2014 Market 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 […]
YPN-WCR Casino Royale Event Raises over $50,000
Chicago REALTORS® came together for a fun evening supporting the future of real estate on Thursday, Oct. 9 at the Montgomery Club in Chicago. Hosted Chicago Association of REALTORS® Young […]
Holiday Gift Drive
You can help make the holidays warmer and brighter for homeless young mothers and their children. Next time you stop by C.A.R.’s offices, please help support nonprofit Advocates for Adolescent […]
Enhancing Your Industry Edge in 2015
As you plan for a successful 2015, our C.A.R. Board of Directors has developed a new Strategic Plan for next year and beyond to ensure Chicago REALTORS® have a competitive […]
2014 Chicago REALTOR® Hall of Fame- Millie Rosenbloom
Millie Rosenbloom has built a sterling reputation as a Chicago industry icon and trailblazer in her 25 years in real estate. A broker with Baird & Warner Lincoln Park when […]