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CAR Foundation Supports Habitat for Humanity Chicago’s Benefit Breakfast

On April 25th, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation attended Habitat for Humanity Chicago‘s Benefit Breakfast. Each year, Habitat for Humanity hosts the breakfast to celebrate the strides made over the past year and set the tone for the year ahead. Organization representatives, including Director Jeff Jozwiak, Executive Director Jennifer Parks and Director Tammy Pearce […]

NAHREP Releases 2018 Hispanic Homeownership Report

At its 2019 Housing Policy & Hispanic Lending Conference, the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) unveiled the 2018 Hispanic Homeownership Report. The report shows how Hispanics are contributing to a growing housing market, explores the trends and activities in Hispanic homes and families and makes recommendations on how to best attract and […]

NAHREP Chicago Attends 2019 Housing Policy & Hispanic Lending Conference

The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) hosted its 2019 Housing Policy & Hispanic Lending Conference on April 8-10. Members of CAR Industry Partner NAHREP Chicago and NAHREP North (Chicago) were well-represented at the event. Townhalls at the conference gave attendees the opportunity to learn about important housing policy changes, the future of […]

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Chicago REALTORS® Talk Real Estate with Congressman Garcia

On Thursday, April 18, over a dozen Chicago REALTORS® attended the Illinois REALTORS® “Let’s Talk Real Estate” event, featuring Congressman Jesus ‘Chuy’ Garcia. After sharing his route to Congress and passion for serving his constituents, Congressman Garcia started an in-depth discussion about the federal issues and public policies impacting real estate. He answered a number […]

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Updated Chicago Building Code Encourages Development and Innovation

Exciting news! Last month, the Department of Buildings announced a new amendment to the Chicago Building Code and this month, City Council adopted the updates. This is the first overhaul to the Chicago Building Code in 70 years. The Chicago Building Code was changed to better align with the International Building Code. In the new […]

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Sarah’s Circle Receives $5,000 Gift from CAR Foundation

On Tuesday, April 16th, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation donated and presented a check to Sarah’s Circle, a non-profit organization providing housing and support for women who are experiencing disabling conditions and homelessness. The organization has offered shelter and counseling services to women in need since 1979. “REALTORS® provide housing to our clients, but […]

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March 2019 Market Snapshot

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

2019 Market Outlook

We’ve heard a lot about a transitioning real estate market, historically low interest rates and millennials — but what does it all mean? In January, we hosted our annual Market Outlook to understand the national and local real estate markets to help you prepare for questions from your clients throughout the buying and selling process. […]

Spring 2019: Government Affairs Update

Let’s put it on the table: uncertainty is not good for business, and we’ve had a lot of uncertainty to contend with here in Chicago. Changes in the Mayor’s office and replacement (voluntarily or otherwise) of aldermen abound. With our current political environment, clients can become hesitant and converting window shoppers to buyers could become […]

Spring 2019: From the CEO

The February mayoral and aldermanic elections, followed by the April run-off, have been exciting and we’ve been monitoring them every step of the way. Every day we’re hearing who’s throwing their hat in the ring for the 2020 presidential election. Here, at the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, we have our finger on the pulse of […]

2019 Spring: President’s Perspective

On February 5th, 1996, Business Week predicted the demise of Apple. Some quotes: “Whether they stand alone or are acquired, Apple as we know it is cooked. It’s so classic. It’s so sad.” “There was so much magic in Apple Computer in the early ’80s that it is hard to believe that it may fade […]

Spring 2019 Chicago REALTOR® Magazine

The latest issue of Chicago REALTOR® is now available. Enjoy the content in the format of your choice.  You can find the digital PDF flipbook below, with links to blog-format articles. C.A.R. members will receive a printed copy in the coming weeks!