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Forget about true crime, daily news and celebrity interviews – there’s so much more to the world of podcasting! Podcasts are becoming a place for people to share their expertise and tell their stories, and the real estate industry is following suit. If you are thinking of beginning a podcast, but you’re unsure where to […]
Every year, we honor a group of exemplary real estate professionals with our REALTOR® Awards. Get to know our 2022 winners and their impact on our industry. REALTOR® of the Year: Nykea Pippion McGriff, Coldwell Banker Realty Nykea Pippion McGriff is all about rising up to the occasion and making a difference. This is a […]
You don’t have to learn a dance routine to become popular on TikTok. Many people (businesses, too!) are using the platform to reach new audiences and share their expertise. We spoke with three Chicago REALTORS® to discuss how their TikTok accounts have helped grow their businesses and reach new clients. For Leigh Marcus, it all […]
A born and raised Chicago South Sider, Leon Walker saw the opportunity there from a young age, and he saw the impact of residents and commercial businesses leaving. After attending college in Michigan, he took a variety of corporate commercial real estate jobs, ending up at Jones Lang LaSalle in Los Angeles. His path back […]
The Conversation Continues: How Are We Being Inclusive? This June marked a first for us — we hosted the Chicago REALTORS® 360° Summit: Leading With Diversity, Equity & Inclusion event. During the event, President Antje Gehrken interviewed disability activist Mia Ives Rublee. Click here to read their conversation on what the real estate industry needs […]
Success in real estate hinges on the relationships made between a REALTOR® and client. As we all know, relationships are reciprocal, and communication is vital. As important as it is to know your clients and their wants and desires, they should also be able to get to know and trust you. They want you to […]
A year ago, I gave my first address as president during the 138th Inaugural Gala. I focused on firsts, and how firsts can lead to forevers. Since then, you’ve likely seen the hashtag #firstsleadtoforevers floating around from the association and my brokerage, A.R.E. Partners. I’ve also heard from so many of you who used the […]
CEO Michelle Mills Clement was honored on Crain’s 2022 Notable Black Leaders & Executives list. “Michelle Mills Clement directs the organization’s strategic goals, manages the executive leadership team and serves as its public representative in the community… CAR recently hosted its first-ever DEI conference, the Chicago RREALTORS® 360 Summit. Mills Clement also guided the launch […]
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.
The 2022 Chicago Build Expo, from October 13-14 at McCormick Place, is taking place in a few weeks! Attend the largest construction, design and real estate show for the Midwest supported by the Governor of Illinois and the Mayor of Chicago. Join 20,000+ pre-registered attendees across two eventful days to network, learn and win business […]
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 […]
Thank you to all who attended the 139th Inaugural Gala. Relive all the fun from this year’s event, with photos and videos celebrating our special guests. STEP 1: CHECK OUT & TAG YOURSELF IN PHOTOS! STEP 2: CHECK OUT THE SPEECHES! 2023 President Sarah Ware 2022 REALTOR® of the Year Nykea Pippion McGriff […]