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What is the lawsuit about? NAR and four brokerage defendants were sued in lawsuits filed in Missouri (plaintiff “Burnett”) and Illinois (plaintiff “Moehrl”) alleging commission rates are too high, buyer brokers are being paid too much and NAR’s Code of Conduct and MLS Handbook along with the corporate defendants’ practices lead to set pricing. Explore […]
Thank you to all who attended the 140th Inaugural Gala. Relive all the fun from this year’s event, with photos and videos celebrating our special guests. Watch the Speeches View Valle’s Hall of Fame video and biography here. Get Inspired by Special Performances Meet The REALTOR® Awards Winners! Congratulations to the President’s Awards Recipients Xavier […]
Improving your online experience is important to us! The new look for chicagorealtor.com is easier to navigate and search, has a friendlier mobile experience, is more accessible (hello, dark mode!) and includes other fun features. Plus, with one login, you can access the Chicago REALTORS® member services system, your education courses and all member-exclusive web […]
Jump to the award recipient’s bio below: REALTOR® of the Year: Antje Gehrken, A.R.E. Partners The REALTOR® of the Year Award is the highest and most coveted award that can be bestowed by one’s peers. This award is based on the outstanding contributions of a REALTOR® to the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. The recipient must […]
Marion Valle Managing Broker & Owner, Valle RealtyInducted September 22, 2023 “Real Estate Regulator and Leader, Co-Founder of Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation” Marion Valle’s impressive real estate career has spanned over 50 years and has had a marked impact on real estate in the state of Illinois, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® and its […]
Update 11/7/2023 On Nov. 7, Chicago City Council approved (32-17) the ballot question to increase the real estate transfer tax. Despite our advocacy efforts and significant outreach, this measure was approved and will be considered by voters on March 19, 2024. While we did not get the outcome intended, passage of this resolution was anticipated. […]
Congratulations to the Chicago REALTORS® who have been appointed as Illinois REALTORS® committee leaders: Thank you all for your dedication to our industry and leadership.
October is Professional Development Month. Do you have business or professional goals you want to achieve in the upcoming year? We have the tools and resources to get you there. Find your goal below, and utilize the tools to help you reach them! To access the protected videos below, please enter “chicagoREALTOR430” when prompted. I’m […]
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Every year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. According to National Today, “The idea for Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated throughout the latter half of September and the first half of October, began as a way to promote the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic-Americans — specifically, those whose ancestors came from […]
Yesterday, a proposed resolution to the real estate transfer tax was introduced to City Council that would raise the real estate transfer tax on properties over $1 million. In October, City Council will vote on whether the resolution will end up on the March 2024 primary ballot to be voted on by Chicago residents. The […]
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and ABC 7 Chicago will host an “Our Homes Matter” phone bank Sept. 14 to help taxpayers learn if they are owed refunds. Taxpayers can call 312-603-5105 between 11:30 AM and 4:30 PM Thursday, Sept. 14 at the Cook County Treasurer’s Office. Phone bank representatives will help taxpayers search for […]