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View this video for an overview of legislative items that we are working on, on your behalf: Topics covered include: Professional Services Parking Permit The Cloud Tax Affordable Building Code Residential Landlord-Tenant Ordinance (RLTO) Economic Development Questions? Please contact Brian A. Bernardoni, Senior Director of Government Affairs.
C.A.R.’s market snapshot helps prepare you to answer questions about Chicago’s real estate industry, while projecting confidence and consistency as a voice for Chicago REALTORS®. If you would like to discuss any of your upcoming media or other public speaking opportunities, contact Jessica Kern, Director of Marketing & Communications or Maria Dickman, Communications Specialist. MARKET SNAPSHOT – CITY […]
We were thrilled to be able to get advice from some of Chicago’s Top Producers and Industry Advocates. Enjoy their stories and tips for success! Thanks to Ian Schwartz, Tommy Choi, Joanne Nemerovski and Matt Laricy for taking the time to share their advice, and to our 2015 Sales Awards chair Kelly Price and vice […]
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 Photo Gallery: 2016 YPN Kickoff Photo Gallery: YPN’s Give Back Day at the Union League […]
What are Government Affairs Forums? Forums are your opportunity to: Learn about the issues that impact the real estate industry. Stay up to date on the advocacy efforts that C.A.R. and IAR are undertaking to advance your interests and protect homeowners’ rights. Provide feedback to C.A.R.’s advocacy leaders, Brian Bernardoni, Senior Director of Government Affairs, […]
Have you ever had a prospect feel like they knew you, before they even met you? “So people call in, they request the value of their home. I send them a quick, little video. They get to feel like they know me. When I actually go out and talk to them, they like me and […]
We spoke to a few of our major industry supporters (hello, RPAC Major Investors!) who are also Top Producers. Coincidence? We think not! Here’s what they have to say about technology, digital communications and time management. CR: Where are you investing your time and seeing the most return on that investment? Greg Pekarsky (GP): Staying […]
Listen to C.A.R. Board Member Tommy Choi’s conversation with Jamie Notter: Q: There are a lot of different perceptions of what culture is. To some, it’s a statement, to some it’s having hoverboards in the office to get from meeting to meeting. Who’s right? What exactly is culture? A: Culture is definitely about “the way […]
Every year, we honor the Top Producers in Chicago Real Estate at our Sales Awards banquet. But what does it take to become a Top Producer? What are their tools for success? To find out, we went straight to the top. Thank you to Jeff Lowe, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Emily Sachs Wong, @properties, and Ian Schwartz, […]
It’s an election year and we want to ensure you have the tools you need to make an informed decision when you’re at the polls! Let’s get out the REALTOR® vote! Primary Election Here’s what you need to know about this spring’s primary election: March 14: State of Illinois early voting ends March 15: State […]
As part of our ongoing partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation sponsored the Union League Boys & Girls Clubs’ Youth of the Year awards ceremony last week. The Youth of the Year awards honored scholarship awardees as well as the four Youth of the Year Candidates. The […]
Illinois License Law imposes continuing education requirements on individuals holding real estate Broker, Managing Broker and Appraiser licensees. IDFPR holds each licensee responsible for properly renewing their license by their required renewal date, accurately completing their Renewal Application and mailing it with the appropriate fee to the Licensing Agency. IDFPR posts renewal forms on their […]