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Through our placemaking efforts, we recently partnered with the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce to complete our newest project, a mural titled Life at the Intersections, located on the south wall of The Clark at 5340 N. Clark St. in Andersonville. This new mural celebrates the diverse lives that overlap on the bustling streets of the […]
Our Global Real Estate Council chose the Illinois Medical District (IMD) Guest House as their 2021 charity. On September 6, they donated approximately $1,650 in raised funds to the charity. IMD Guest House provides comfortable, affordable, temporary lodging for patients and their families who must travel to Chicago for medical treatment. They are the only […]
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
Each month, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® hosts Coffee With Your GADs to keep you updated on what is happening in the government that affects your business. Watch the playback from our September 14 meeting to hear about local, state and national updates
We voice our adamant opposition to the proposed Just Cause Eviction Ordinance. Not only is the ordinance an outright violation of private property rights, wherein you no longer have a say in who stays in your property, it further reduces the very few remaining options of property owners when tenants break rules or exhibit behavior […]
The Illinois eviction moratorium was set to expire on September 18, but Governor Pritzker’s office has said it will be once again be extended until October 3. Governor Pritzker previously announced in May that the moratorium would be phased over the summer and end in August. Despite this, he has continued to extend the moratorium. […]
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas will conduct the first sale in more than two years of delinquent property taxes. About 36,000 properties are part of this first tax sale, totaling about $163.4 million in unpaid property taxes. However, of the 36,000 properties, 11,744 owe less than $1,000. These owners will receive a certified mailing informing […]
The Chicago Association of REALTORS® will induct real estate developer James (Jim) D. Letchinger of JDL Development into its Hall of Fame on September 24, 2021, at the 138th Inaugural Gala. After graduating from the University of Michigan, Letchinger founded a lighting and design studio, which introduced him to the real estate world. In 1993, he founded JDL Development. As of 2021, […]
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. We work to celebrate homeownership for all, including the Hispanic community. Keep an eye on our upcoming events page for a Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration event in early October. Meet the Industry Leaders Thank you to these inspiring individuals who make an […]
The Cook County Treasurer’s Office conducted an analysis of 2020 property taxes, which shows that Black and Latino property owners are bearing the brunt of 2020’s property tax increases. The analysis also showed that: The full report can be viewed on the Cook County Treasurer’s website here.
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and her office have sent out the second property tax bill installment, which is due October 1. Late payments will be charged 1.5% per month. To make a payment online: To search for refunds or missing exemptions, dating as far back as 20 years:
Congratulations to our diversity committee, The 77, which was awarded the American Society of Association Executives’ (ASAE) “Power of A” Gold Award. ASAE’s “Power of A” Awards are the industry’s highest honor, recognize the association community’s valuable contributions on the local, national and global levels. The “Power of A” Awards reward the outstanding accomplishments of […]