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Risks to your safety are out there. We want you to feel empowered if an imminent threat, of any kind, comes your way. We’ve compiled tools for your use, articles to brush up on your knowledge and information for you to share with your colleagues and clients to encourage safe practices. Safety for REALTORS® of […]
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. CAR members will receive a printed copy in the coming weeks! Summer 2023: President’s PerspectiveSummer 2023: From the CEOSummer 2023: Editor’s NoteAre You Still […]
Explore AI With Intention & Creativity! I asked ChatGPT to provide 10 witty headlines about using AI, and it suggested: …They’re working titles. With the booming emergence of ChatGPT in our inboxes, social media feeds and news channels, Artificial Intelligence tools have become the talk of the town in every industry. In this issue, local […]
Sustainability Work Group Wins NAR Grant to Support Climate Action Museum The Sustainability Work Group’s funding will help Chicago’s Climate Action Museum (CAM) with the creation of displays geared toward the intersectionality of housing and climate issues. Visitors will learn more about topics like insulation, appliances, and sustainable building construction. Only the 7th of its […]
Chicago is one of the cities at the forefront of energy conservation in the United States, specifically through the city’s base energy codes. On January 1, 2023, Chicago’s New Energy Transformation Code took full effect for any new or renovated properties in the city. Within the Chicago Construction Code, this was enacted as part of […]
Chicago REALTOR® Frank Williams Honored With the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Fair Housing Champion Award Past President Frank Williams, F.J. Williams Realty, was honored as one of NAR’s 2023 Fair Housing Champion Award winners during Fair Housing Month in April. The Fair Housing Champion Award honors REALTORS® who have gone above and beyond to […]
Pick almost any neighborhood in Chicago, and you will discover varying versions of mixed-use buildings. From small mom-and-pop-type storefronts with apartments on the second level to self-contained vertical communities set within high rises to sprawling, master-planned, lifestyle suburban communities—Chicago’s mixed-used market is rich and diverse. Our mixed-use market is unique compared to other cities, largely […]
There’s a slight chill in the air. The rich green leaves on trees are beginning to shift to auburn and gold, and Chicago is shining. Fall is right around the corner, and the members of The 77, our Diversity Committee, shared their favorite fall activities in their respective communities. Check out the suggestions and add […]
On Wednesday, August 30, 2023, we hosted our monthly YPN breakfast “How to Business Plan For Success” at our home base, Manny’s Deli. We were so excited to get together in person, connect with our peers and devour advice for crafting a successful business plan. You can stay up-to-date on upcoming YPN events by following […]
Flashback to 2016—millennials were dominating the homebuying and selling market. Many baby boomers were just starting to think about retirement, and Gen X was starting to hit their homebuying and selling stride. Now, there’s a new generation in town; Gen Z has entered the market, and the millennial share of homeownership is decreasing, making way […]
A Guide for Forward-Thinking REALTORS® As the real estate industry continues to evolve in the digital age, one powerful tool has emerged to alter how we do business: Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI offers immense potential for REALTORS® to enhance their day-to-day practices, improve efficiency and deliver exceptional client experiences. Let’s explore the various AI options […]
Imagine – you’re conducting a property viewing with a prospective buyer when, while viewing the property, the buyer mentions that they are concerned about the lack of natural light in the living room. Scenario 1: You quickly dismiss the concern, saying, “But the room size is perfect, isn’t it? Let’s move on to the kitchen.” […]