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Chicago’s international market is growing. “People come here for tourism, primary or secondary relocations, and education or corporate access,” Rob Rosmis, Centered | RCG, said. “As REALTORS®, we need to know what’s important, what’s happening now in our city and the opportunities it provides,” Rosmis said, adding that incorporating a global mindset is essential to […]
Listen to the recording: At our March YPN Breakfast – 2018 Design Trends, we had Chicago designers share their insights about this year’s hottest trends. The panel included Brynn Olson from Brynn Olson Design Group, LLC, and Dan Rak from Dan Rak Design. Get the scoop on the on-demand design elements clients and investors are […]
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! MAGAZINE HIGHLIGHTS
We get asked often, “How can I grow my business?” and “What do I need to do to get to the next level?” So, we went to the experts: our Top Producers. Here are their tipping points. “When I made my mind up that I wanted to be a top producer! I started focusing on […]
Learn what inspires some of Chicago’s Top Producers and drives them to the top of their game, every day:
We talked to the 2017 Top Producers to get the scoop on best practices and habits to help supercharge your business in 2018. Break your goals down. Scott Curcio, Baird & Warner, recommends breaking down your annual goals by units, rather than sales volume, and calculating how many conversations you need to have each day […]
Your clients have popped the infamous question: how much do you think our home is worth? As a steward of home ownership and the real estate market, this is your moment — when your expertise counts for everything. In today’s low inventory and high-demand market, it’s more important than ever to price properties correctly. You […]
Someone once said there are only three downsides to living in Chicago: January, February and March. Fortunately, amidst the brisk and sometimes dreary weather, March always gives us great reason to celebrate: our annual Sales Awards. Amidst the flash of the event, the honorees have worked tirelessly to achieve their goals. Congratulations to everyone who […]
Founded in 1923, the NAR Library and Archives is the largest real estate library in the world — yes, in the world. Their collection includes residential and commercial real estate, sales and marketing, property management, appraisal, land use and development, association management, finance and economics, technology, general business, personal growth and more. That’s a whole […]
What is the return on investment (ROI) for your advertising budget? Which platforms deal the best leads at the best cost? What was your ROI on the last property sold? If you can’t answer these questions, you could be leaving money on the table. Taking a look at where your advertising budget goes can dramatically […]
Despite more than three hours of nearly 65 speakers voicing opposition, urging Commissioners to defer or oppose the ordinance, the Cook County Board of Commissioners voted to approve an ordinance requiring developers to pay prevailing wages and hire apprentices to take advantage of property tax incentives, reported the Chicago Tribune. REALTOR® MEMBERS RESPOND TO CALL FOR ACTION “With […]
The IRS last week clarified that, in many cases, taxpayers may continue to deduct interest paid on home equity loans, home equity lines of credit (HELOC) or second mortgages, regardless of how the loan is labeled, provided the loan is used to buy, build or substantially improve the taxpayer’s home that secures the loan. This clarifies […]