This May, we have the tools to help you make the most of your membership:
Upcoming Events
This month, we are continuing some of our popular virtual events, as well as hosting some specialty topic webinars, including:- Illinois REALTORS® Virtual Lobby Day on May 3: The last Lobby Day will feature House Minority Leader Jim Durkin and Senate Minority Leader Dan McConchie. Don’t miss it!
- Renewable Real Estate: The Future of Electric Vehicles in Chicago on May 13: Learn how EVmatch is creating a nationwide network for sharing and renting private Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations and how the benefits of increasing EV charging access for everyone.
- Insider’s Guide to Community-Based CRE Investment on May 14: Join CommercialForum for a “how-to” discussion about community-focused commercial real estate investment, featuring a panel of industry leaders with firsthand experience revitalizing Chicago’s disinvested communities.
- Protecting Yourself in Today’s Cyber Landscape On May 18: Join us and receive valuable insights into the current cybersecurity landscape and learn best practices to keep you and your clients safe from criminals.
- CommercialForum/CCIM Virtual Roundtables Networking Event on May 25: Exchange perspectives on the Chicago commercial market and network with your peers at our Annual CommercialForum/CCIM Roundtable Networking event.
- YPN May Breakfast: Building A Professional Presence on May 26: This month, we’ll be discussing personal and professional development. We’re going beyond buzzword topics like lead generation and diving into the skills, habits and qualities that make us well-rounded professionals.
- Working in Real Estate Post-COVID on May 27: Join us for a discussion about applying the lessons we have learned during the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ll share predictions, new skills, digital tools we will continue to use and more.
Commemorating Asian American and Pacific Islander Month
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Month! This month, we will be honoring those of Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage, share statistics about AAPI homeownership in Chicago, and discuss ways you can get involved, featuring our industry partner AREAA. Find out more here.Use Your Voice During Advocacy Month
May is also Advocacy Month! At CAR, we advocate for the needs of you, our members, but we also need all of your voices to strengthen our efforts. We have compiled all of the resources and tips to get involved with advocacy through us and with your local community. Click here to find out what we’re doing and how you can get involved.Check Out Our Mental Health Tools and Resources
Your health is more than just physical, it’s also mental. This Mental Health Awareness Month, We have compiled a list of mental health resources for you to read, watch or listen to for mental wellness practices that you can incorporate into your daily life. Check out the resources here.GET INVOLVED WITH A COMMITTEE OR WORK GROUP!
Take on a leadership role with our 2022 committees and workgroups. These groups need your insights and expertise to help shape the future of our association and industry. Your involvement ensures we move forward with our mission to unite all facets of the industry as a leading advocate for real estate, driving REALTOR® business success and economic development of our industry. Click here to apply for one of our committees or workgroups. Applications are due Wednesday, June 30. We are also accepting director applications for our board. Submit your application by Friday, May 14! Or, pay it forward by applying for a spot on our Foundation Board of Trustees! Applications are due on Tuesday, June 1.Learn Something New With RRES
REALTORS® Real Estate School will be hosting a variety of hot topics, designations and certifications throughout May. Sign up and learn something new!- Military Relocation Professional Certification on May 11
- Real Estate Negotiation Expert Certification on May 12-13
- Short-Sales & Foreclosures Resource Certification on May 21
- Pricing Strategy Advisor Certification on May 22
- Accredited Buyer’s Representative Designation on May 26-27