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The Chicago Association of REALTORS® inducted its former president and noted community leader Frank Williams into their Hall of Fame at the 134th Inaugural Gala on Monday, Oct. 9, at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel. A Chicago REALTOR® since 1971, Frank is a community leader who has made a career of challenging inequality, championing education […]
CHICAGO, Ill. –The Chicago Association of REALTORS® 134th Annual Inaugural Gala hosted the who’s who of Chicago’s robust real estate industry on Monday, Oct. 9, at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, 221 N. Columbus Dr., from 5:30 PM to 9 PM. The Inaugural Gala marked the installation of incoming C.A.R. leadership in addition to an […]
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 President’s Perspective Favorite “Go-To” Smart Phone Apps Hit a Listing Home Run Keep Your Brokers […]
Please take note. Anonymous packages are being delivered to the doorsteps of for-sale homes in Bloomington, IL and may stretch into the Chicagoland area. It has been brought to our attention that identity thieves are opening credit cards and ordering packages to properties on the market. While the contents of these packages have been harmless, […]
Understanding the City of Chicago’s Building and Zoning Departments’ protocols is an important skill set for Chicago REALTORS® looking to work with commercial clients and investors. While there is no doubt the City of Chicago has improved access to information through its website and has worked to expedite the systems at play, the processes are […]
CommercialForum hosted its annual Successful Women in Commercial Real Estate series on Tuesday, July 18, along with CREW Chicago and The Goldie Initiative. The series discussed how technology is changing, disrupting and enhancing the industry. The panel consisted of Constance Freedman of Moderne Ventures, Karin Kraai of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank, and Emily Line of […]
We’ve talked extensively about smart homes and smart technology – but what can the REALTOR® do to help homeowners make smarter decisions about their home and eliminate some of the anxiety that comes with technology and appliance upkeep? Simply knowing all of the what, where, when and how the technology in a home works can […]
A low supply of homes has led to a significant number of our listings seeing multiple offer situations. To make things even more tricky, many buyers are now resorting to using escalation clauses in their contracts. We’ve put together this primer on escalation clauses to help you understand what they are used for and some potential risks […]
Open houses are one of the best ways to bring new clients in and sell homes quickly. New faces are often exciting and come with opportunity, but REALTORS® should always be on guard for possible dangers. Hosting a safe open house is easy with preparation and the right tools. Study the Neighborhood & Home Beforehand […]
Did you know the average person spends 90 percent of their time indoors? That’s a lot of time with sparse fresh air and a buildup of air pollutants. In 1989, NASA realized its astronauts in the first space station would be experiencing the effects of prolonged time indoors. They conducted a study to see what […]
Chicago is a city of neighborhoods, and one of the best examples of this designation is the community of Pilsen. Part of the heart of the lower west side, Pilsen is a neighborhood rich in diversity and history. For over 150 years, Pilsen served as a sort of “port of entry” for Chicago’s Eastern European […]
All white kitchens. Plush upholstery. Gray everything. These trends have dominated interiors for years. But what makes an exceptional interior stand out from the rest? We talked with some of Chicago’s best interior designers to see what you need to know about the trends that are on the verge, and what is fading out of […]