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For you to be the best in the business, you need the proper tools, tips and coursework to guide you. That’s where the Chicago Association of REALTORS® comes in. Make the most of your membership by taking advantage of all the benefits designed to make your job easier and your clients happier. From classes and […]
Are you ready to assume a leadership position in the real estate industry? Our Industry Partner, the Women’s Council of REALTORS® Chicago is calling for driven real estate professionals to join its Board of Directors and project teams. Apply to become a WCR Chicago Board Member The chapter is currently accepting applications for the positions […]
This summer has been an extraordinary one for CAR staff! CAR CEO NAMED TO CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE FELLOWS PROGRAM In late July, our CEO Michelle Mills Clement became one of just thirty-nine leaders selected to participate in the nine-month Chicago Urban League IMPACT Leadership Development Program. The program, which is hosted through the University of […]
Make your voices heard! From now through September 30th, you can complete the City of Chicago Budget Town Hall Survey. Mayor Lightfoot’s formal budget will be presented to the City Council on October 16th. This survey allows you to give your input on how the Lightfoot administration should allocate the budget and generate revenue for […]
On Sunday, August 18th, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation hosted Sunday Supper at the Hephzibah Home. The Hephzibah Home is a children’s group home operated by the Hephzibah Children’s Association and provides a safe space, therapy and care for children who have been abused or neglected. “It was an honor to meet and serve […]
On Wednesday, August 14, 2019, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) released new approval regulations for condominiums. The changes were made to help make the dream of homeownership more affordable and attainable. A release by HUD highlighted the following updates to the regulation: The new approval regulations take effect on October 15, 2019. Learn more: NAR […]
Congratulations to former CAR president Mabél Guzmán, @properties, the 2020 NAR Vice President of Association Affairs. She has a long history of involvement at the local, state and national levels, serving as CAR’s president in 2011 in addition to her involvement on the Illinois REALTORS® Board of Directors. She’s been involved at the national level […]
MARKET SNAPSHOT – CITY OF CHICAGO *The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. STATE OF THE MARKET INVENTORY
On July 31, 2019, we hosted our monthly YPN Breakfast. Here, we soaked up expertise from a pair of legendary prospecting REALTORS. Watch, listen and read below to learn about how you can upgrade your prospecting strategies and practices. You can check out photos from the event on the YPN Facebook page! LISTEN TO WHAT […]
The Asian American and Pacific Islander community is among the country’s fastest growing demographics. Now more than ever, Asian Americans are moving throughout the U.S. and purchasing homes. Their impact on our housing market and society is evident, and that is why the Asian American Real Estate Association (AAREA) released its newest report: State of […]
The Real Estate License Act has been signed into law. Some provisions pertaining to education must go through a rule-making process that can take months. The signing marks the end of months of legislative work by Illinois REALTORS® and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation — which by statute must be done every […]
For you to be the best in the business, you need the proper tools, tips and coursework to guide you. That’s where the Chicago Association of REALTORS® comes in. Make the most of your membership by taking advantage of all the benefits designed to make your job easier and your clients happier. From classes and […]