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Protecting your data — and your clients’ data — should always be top of mind. We sat down with Don Boian, Security Outreach Director at Huntington Bank and former Defense Intelligence Senior Executive at the National Security Agency (NSA), to talk about how you can ensure your safeguards are effective. CR Magazine: Scammers are everywhere, […]
The COVID-19 pandemic affected many businesses in our communities, but it hit small businesses and their owners particularly hard. In January, we launched our new small business grant program, facilitated by the Diversity Committee, the 77. This program was designed to provide relief for Chicago businesses who were heavily impacted by the pandemic. The first […]
It’s never too late or too early to define your business and professional goals, which will help inform your business plan. Creating an action plan, both mentally and physically, to achieve your goals will help you move in a productive, profitable direction. We asked our 2021 YPN Boot Camp presenters Ryan D’Aprile, founder and CEO […]
As REALTORS®, we have the power to make a difference and move the needle on fair housing for everyone. CEO Michelle Mills Clement spoke with her longtime mentor, former US Congresswoman and current Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Marcia Fudge, about why fair housing matters and how, in her new role at HUD, she’ll […]
Real estate is built on personal relationships. When your business is reliant on the connections you make and the opportunities you create, what happens when your typical methods of personal connection are taken away? When the COVID-19 pandemic began, Erika Villegas, RE/MAX in the Village, was preparing to welcome a new member to her family […]
Summer in the City We’re so excited to begin to plan in-person events, starting with our annual 114th Golf Classic on July 8th! Judging from how quickly the event filled up — many of you are certainly ready for it! I am incredibly proud of the events and programming that we have offered throughout the […]
Mental health is one of our most valuable assets, but it is also one that frequently falls by the wayside when life gets hectic. Although Mental Health Awareness Month was in May, it is vital that we keep our mental health front and center all year long. I urge you all to seek out help […]
As you may know, I come from a commercial real estate background, so our 4,000-member CommercialForum, Chicago’s largest commercial real estate community, is near to my heart. Over the last year, we’ve been exploring ways to provide commercial members with more resources and opportunities. This past year, we’ve hosted more programming than ever before. Our […]
The official 2021 – 2022 election ballot for CAR officers and directors has been announced. Newly elected officers and directors will be installed at our Inaugural Gala on September 15. More information about the event will be available soon.
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
On Friday, new modifications were made to the eviction moratorium. One change now allows state and local law enforcement to carry out evictions that were sought before March 30, 2020. On June 25, authorities can enforce evictions of non-covered tenants under the current executive order. Covered tenants are still exempt from these provisions, unless they […]
Your CE check-up is all about you. Set up a call or virtual meeting with an advisor to discuss your license renewal and create an action plan customized to your needs. This is a free benefit! In just fifteen minutes, walk away feeling confident in your professional development plans and knowing your CE season will […]