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*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 PROFILES!
*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 PROFILES!
On Wednesday, June 28, 2023, we hosted our monthly YPN breakfast with the topic “How To Leverage Lead Generation Technology” at our home base, Manny’s Deli. We loved getting together in person, connecting with our peers and devouring advice from a panel of local experts. You can stay up-to-date on upcoming YPN events by following […]
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2023 REALTOR® Awards! Learn more about the awards criteria and eligibility here. Applications for the 2024 awards will open in the new year. REALTOR® of the Year Antje Gehrken A.R.E. Partners The REALTOR® of the Year is the highest and most coveted award that can be bestowed by one’s peers. […]
On Thursday, June 22, we got together for the 360° Summit: Leading with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The 360° Summit was named because forward-thinking DEI requires a 360-degree view of where we’ve come from, where we are and where we’re going. We discussed how to recharge, empower and champion diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our […]
The official 2023-2024 Board of Directors has been announced. Newly elected officers and directors will be installed later this year at the Inaugural Gala.
What is Disability Pride Month? July is Disability Pride Month, and this year, it’s celebrating its 33rd 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. Learn More About the Disability Pride Flag The Disability Pride Flag was […]
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Listening Tours throughout the city and suburbs! Your time and input help make our association thrive. Hearing your thoughts on new ways we can shape our future has been invaluable. Here’s what you shared: Advocacy Is Top Of Mind With a new Mayor and administration in […]
*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 PROFILES!
June 19, otherwise known as Juneteenth, marks a historic milestone of the day that ALL Americans were notified of their independence and freedom. On June 19, we celebrate Black liberation and reflect on our responsibilities in creating an equitable future. A brief history of why we celebrate Juneteenth: On June 19, 1865, about two months […]
On June 1st, MRED updated its Rules and Regulations to allow offers of compensation to be as low as $0 or 0%, but this rule applies only to listings in a Private Status. Prior to this rule change, any listing within MRED, whether in a Standard Active Status or Private Status required a minimum commission […]
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, check out the ultimate LGBTQ+ Chicago guide from Choose Chicago here. Complete the […]