The Chicago Association of REALTORS®, the “Voice for Real Estate” in Chicago since 1883, represents 16,000+ members from all real estate specialties including commercial sales, development, property management, appraisal, auctions and residential sales.
Learn how we help our 16,000+ members grow their businesses and empower property owners. Membership options are available for licensed real estate professionals and those affiliated with the real estate industry!
Connect with Chicago’s real estate communities and build meaningful relationships! Organized by our own members, we host almost 70+ virtual and in-person events every year.
REALTORS® Real Estate School offers all kinds of real estate licensing and training. Browse self-paced, online training or live classes in our modern, downtown classrooms!
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Kick-off 2026 with insight, connection and opportunity at Chicago’s premier real estate forecast event. Join us, along with industry leaders and professionals from across the region, as we explore what’s in store for the year ahead and how to position yourself for success.
Hear from Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist of the National Association of REALTORS®, Adrian Brizuela, Associate Director of Market Analytics at CoStar, and Phil Clement, President & CEO of World Business Chicago, as they share data-driven perspectives on residential and commercial real estate, economic trends and Chicago’s long-term growth outlook.
World Business Chicago will highlight Chicago 2050, a forward-looking strategy focused on economic growth and job creation across the city. Gain insight into how this plan informs Chicago’s future and the broader market outlook. Interested in learning more? Review the Chicago 2050 report that will help shape this discussion.
You’ll also hear from Marki Lemons Ryhal, Global Keynote Speaker for ReMarkiTable LLC, as she explores how accessibility-first market updates can give you a competitive edge. Learn how clear, inclusive data presentations—designed to support neurodivergent clients and learners, people who are Deaf or hard of hearing and those with low vision—can help you better serve your community.
The program will conclude with an Economist Panel, moderated by Dennis Rodkin, Senior Reporter for Residential Real Estate at Crain’s Chicago Business, featuring Dr. Yun and Brizuela answering audience questions and engaging in a curated discussion.
After the economic forecasts, continue the conversation and expand your network at the 2026 Welcome Party!
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge, make meaningful connections and start the year informed, inspired and ready to thrive.
Valet parking is available at the hotel for a discounted event cost of $36. Valet parking can be accessed using the south drive entrance off Columbus Dr. or at the hotel’s main entrance.
Space is limited. Please click here for more information on our event attendance and cancellation policy. A limited quantity of on-site registrations will be accepted, pending availability.
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The Chicago Association of REALTORS® is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all Chicago REALTOR® events. Do you require special accommodation? If so, please identify any special accommodation by emailing events@chicagorealtor.com at least one week prior to the event date.
