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The official 2024-2025 Board of Directors has been announced. Newly elected officers and directors will be installed later this year at the 141st Inaugural Gala. President Erika Villegas RE/MAX In the Village President-Elect Lutalo McGee Ani Real Estate Treasurer Vicky Silvano Real Broker LLC Sarah Ware Ware Realty Group Wayne Beals EXIT Strategy Realty Genie Birch Genie […]
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2024 REALTOR® Awards! Learn more about the awards criteria and eligibility here. Applications for the 2025 awards will open in the new year. REALTOR® OF THE YEAR Sarah Ware Ware Realty Group The REALTOR® of the Year is the highest and most coveted award that can be bestowed by one’s peers. This […]
WHAT IS DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH? July is Disability Pride Month, and this year, it’s celebrating its 34th anniversary! Disability Pride Month began following the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 1990, which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. Why it’s Important to Celebrate Disability Pride Month “…Every single person with a disability […]
*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 DOWNLOAD AND SHARE THESE GRAPHICS ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA PROFILE! Download Here Download Here Download Here Download Here Download Here
What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth is a blended term of the date of June 19, 1865, otherwise known as Freedom Day. On January 1, 1863, President Lincoln enacted the Emancipation Proclamation Law, which declared all slaves freed under the new law. Two and a half years later, on June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger and […]
On Wednesday, June 5, Lutalo McGee, Ani Real Estate, was sworn in as Chicago Association of REALTORS® President-Elect and Sarah Ware, Ware Realty Group, was sworn in as Chicago Association of REALTORS® Treasurer. McGee was appointed to the role by Villegas and will serve as President-Elect until September 2025. Ware is filling in the vacancy […]
June is Homeownership Month! As REALTORS®, you have the unique opportunity to help make your client’s homeownership dreams become a reality. Promoting homeownership to your sphere and continuing your relationships with your clients will make you an invaluable resource to past, current and future clients as you guide them on their journey to homeownership. Check […]
June is Pride Month! We work to support the LGBTQ+ community in real estate, fight discrimination and encourage equal and Fair Housing for everyone. Learn the in-depth history of the LGBTQ+ community throughout the U.S., courtesy of the History Channel, here. Also, connect with your peers and support a local establishment at our D77 Meetup on […]
Welcome to our monthly YPN breakfast series hosted at our home base, Manny’s Deli. We love getting together in person, connecting with our peers and devouring advice from local experts. You can stay up-to-date on upcoming YPN events by following the YPN Facebook page! On Wednesday, May 29 breakfast, we hosted the “Show Like A Pro” […]
On Wednesday, May 22, we hosted our Sustainable Luxury: Increase Air Quality, Utility Savings & Other Upgrades event featuring: These panelists shared how your luxury listings offer unbeatable comfort, healthier living and cost-conscious savings. See our top three takeaways below! #1: What Makes A Sustainable Luxury Home is What’s Unseen Most luxury sustainable homes have […]
*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 DOWNLOAD AND SHARE THESE GRAPHICS ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA PROFILE! Download Here Download Here Download Here Download Here Download Here
On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, we hosted our monthly YPN breakfast “Strong Listing Strategies” at our home base, Manny’s Deli. We were so excited to get together in person, connect with our peers and devour advice from a licensed therapist. You can stay up-to-date on upcoming YPN events by following the YPN Facebook page! READ […]