The Chicago Association of REALTORS®, the “Voice for Real Estate” in Chicago since 1883, represents 16,000+ members from all real estate specialties including commercial sales, development, property management, appraisal, auctions and residential sales.
Learn how we help our 16,000+ members grow their businesses and empower property owners. Membership options are available for licensed real estate professionals and those affiliated with the real estate industry!
Connect with Chicago’s real estate communities and build meaningful relationships! Organized by our own members, we host almost 70+ virtual and in-person events every year.
REALTORS® Real Estate School offers all kinds of real estate licensing and training. Browse self-paced, online training or live classes in our modern, downtown classrooms!
How can we help your business succeed? Your membership includes multiple resource guides on industry topics, tools to increase your knowledge and market statistics to help your serve your communities.
Get the latest in Chicago real estate news. Plus, explore the insight and resources available in the Chicago REALTOR® Magazine digital issues.
Welcome to the Chicago Association of REALTORS® blog and news hub. Explore magazine articles, industry updates and more. You can filter by category or tag based on your interests.
Thank you to all who attended our Annual Foundation 5K Run/Walk! From competitive runners to brisk walkers and those just dusting off their sneakers, Diversey Harbor got to see it all. This fundraiser supported the CAR Foundation, which provides educational scholarships to enhance their businesses and professionalism, fosters careers in real estate and provides charitable […]
We are proud to announce our partnership with the Chicago Tool Library, whose mission is to provide equitable access to tools, equipment and information to allow all Chicagoans to learn, share and create. The tool library is similar to a book library. Residents are able to borrow from an inventory of over 2,500 tools for […]
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and ABC 7 Chicago will host another Black and Latino Houses Matter phone bank on June 15, 2022, to help homeowners find refunds, apply for property tax exemptions and avoid the Tax Sale. The following are the phone bank details: Phone bank callers should give their address or Property Index […]
June is Homeownership Month! As REALTORS®, you have the unique opportunity to help make your client’s homeownership dreams become a reality. Promoting homeownership to your sphere and continuing your relationships with your clients will make you an invaluable resource to past, current and future clients as you guide them on their journey to homeownership. Check […]
On Wednesday, May 25, 2022, we hosted our monthly YPN breakfast “Renters to Buyers 101!” at our home base, Manny’s Deli. We were so excited to get together in person, connect with our peers and devour advice from local industry experts. You can stay up-to-date on upcoming YPN events by following the YPN Facebook page! […]
Have you worked with a client who had to get a second appraisal performed on a home because the first appraisal did not provide enough collateral for a loan? When an appraisal fails to equal or exceed the purchase price, the buyer has limited options and time to act, meaning buyers may have to walk away […]
Property taxes are an important and contentious issue for property owners and small businesses. The Cook County Assessor is responsible for assessing the estimated value of real property within the county. Meet the two candidates who are competing in the June 28 Illinois primary election to earn the Democratic party nomination for Cook County Assessor: Fritz […]
Chicago announced details about the new Home and Business Protection Rebate Program this week. This program will provide up to $1,020 in reimbursements for people who purchase security cameras and a year of video storage, as well as outdoor lights and GPS trackers for their cars. This program is part of Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s plan […]
Get to know our members who share their expertise to help shape the future of our association and industry! We chatted with a member of the Global Real Estate Council Hollie Himmelman, @properties | Christie’s International Real Estate, to find out more about her career path, why she volunteers and more. HOW LONG HAVE YOU […]
As REALTORS®, you know better than anyone how overwhelming purchasing a home can be, especially because of the upfront costs that come with the purchase. Encourage your clients to apply for our new Home Warranty Grant, powered by the CAR Foundation. Recent homebuyers will get a $250 reimbursement for their home warranty purchase. Applicants must: Please note that applicants […]
June is Pride Month! We work to support the LGBTQ+ community in real estate, to fight discrimination and encourage equal and Fair Housing to everyone. SAVE THE DATE On June 16th join CAR as we kick off our Diversity Summit, followed by our PRIDE Celebration Reception with our Industry Partner, @LGBTQ_+ Real Estate Alliance Chicago! […]
On Thursday, May 26, several Chicago REALTOR® leaders shared their personal volunteer journey and how getting involved has helped grow their business. Unsure of what committee to choose, or interested in learning more about getting involved? Watch this event on demand to get all of your questions answered. Click here to submit your application for […]