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On Friday, December 10, 2021, CAR President-Elect Sarah Ware performed her last duties as an eight-time Director with the Cook County Land Bank Authority (CCLBA). ABOUT THE COOK COUNTY LAND BANK AUTHORITY The CCLBA was created in 2013 by a unanimous vote of the Cook County Board of Commissioners. Charged with taking control of vacant […]
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas has posted the First Installment Tax Year 2021 bills on cookcountytreasurer.com. The First Installment, which is 55% of the previous year’s total tax, is due March 1, 2022. By providing an early look at the bills, property owners can plan their finances or make payments before the end of the […]
Your dedication to your work and professionalism is what sets you apart as a REALTOR®. It’s time, once again, to commit yourself to your professionalism by completing 2.5 hours of Code of Ethics training. The deadline to complete your requirements is December 31, 2021. If you complete your Code of Ethics training by Wednesday, December 15, you’ll be […]
As Chicago REALTORS®, we act as champions for the real estate industry and our communities – and our new Leadership Accelerator takes your leadership potential and, through various trainings, programs and projects, helps to refine and accelerate your leadership capabilities so you can make an even bigger, more effective impact. The Leadership Accelerator combines leadership […]
Save Big On CE You Can Complete Anytime: Self-Paced Available For Only 24 Hours: Monday, November 29, 2021 Complete ALL of your license renewal requirements in one go, and save money at the same time. Both are self-paced and will remain accessible to you through your deadline in April 2022. Bonus! These will also satisfy […]
On Friday, November 19, 2021, we had the opportunity to team up again with the ReBuilding Exchange, a company dedicated to investing in our communities by using repurposed material for home remodeling, for a volunteer day. Members of the Sustainability Work Group and CommercialForum visited ReBuilding Exchange to learn the sustainable practice of repurposing salvaged […]
Applications for the second round of Emergency Rental Assistance Program Funding will open on Monday, December 6. This funding will provide rental assistance for tenants and landlords financially impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic. This round of funding will provide up to $2,500 per month for up to 15 months of past due rent and three […]
November is Homebuyers and Sellers Month. Make sure you understand what your clients are looking for, and that you have the resources to assist them through their buying or selling process. Get to Know the Average Homebuyer & Seller Each year, NAR releases an annual Homebuyers and Sellers report, which looks at the characteristics and […]
November is Designation Awareness Month! How can a real estate designation or certification help your business? Put simply, these classes and programs are designed by NAR to help real estate professionals like you increase their proficiency and knowledge. They also serve as official industry endorsements acknowledging your experience or expertise in a market area. So, […]
MARKET SNAPSHOT — CITY OF CHICAGO *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
We’re proud to announce the newest addition to our Industry Partners program, the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance. The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance was launched in June 2020 by leading members of the real estate industry when influential real estate professionals and allies joined with other members of the LGBTQ+ community to create a new voice […]
Introducing our REALTOR® ELITE (Education, Leadership, Information, Thrive, Elevation) Program! This mentorship program matches ELITE’rs (or mentees) with coaches to develop and support the next generation of industry leaders to share knowledge, insights and tips, while also emphasizing ethical behavior, allowing network opportunities and developing leadership skills. Coaches and ELITE’rs will be matched and are required to meet twice a month for six months. For ELITE’rs, this is the opportunity to learn from industry leaders, gain […]