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On Monday, May 17, Governor Pritzker announced that the eviction moratorium will end in August, and $1.5 billion in aid will be available to help renters affected by COVID-19. The funding is anticipated to help around 120,000 tenants, who can apply for the grant that will be paid to their landlords to cover unpaid rent […]
Get the most out of your REALTOR® membership by getting involved! As a volunteer, you will receive personal and professional growth opportunities and have the chance to contribute to the future of Chicago real estate. Click here for a summary of Chicago REALTOR® committees and work groups that welcome volunteers. To successfully apply for volunteer […]
On Thursday, April 29, we hosted our last Fair Housing event of the month, featuring a fireside chat with U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Marcia Fudge. She discussed what HUD has accomplished in the first 100 days of the Biden Presidency and how she plans to help facilitate homeownership and Fair Housing. […]
Our Industry Partner, the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), released their 2020 State of Hispanic Homeownership Report, which shows that the Hispanic homeownership rate rose for the sixth year in a row, and the momentum is expected to continue! Here’s a look into the findings of the report: Check out the full […]
You asked and we listened. Our newest member benefit is a flexible, non-binding health benefits plan that provides you telehealth with $0 visit fee and discounted vision and dental services, among many other services. THE PERKS Learn more & get started today. This program is NOT insurance coverage and does not meet the minimum creditable coverage requirements […]
On Wednesday, April 28, we hosted our monthly YPN breakfast virtually through Zoom. Even though our get-togethers at Manny’s Deli were put on hold, we couldn’t wait to devour advice from local industry experts. You can stay up-to-date on upcoming YPN virtual events by following the YPN Facebook page! WATCH THE ZOOM WEBINAR RECORDING: READ […]
May is Advocacy Month! We advocate for private property rights, pro-business and pro-growth legislation and more. Your voice and your participation strengthen our efforts. We have compiled all of the resources and tips to get involved with advocacy through us and with your local community. Actively Participate in Our Advocacy Efforts Through These Events Throughout the year, we host […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We have compiled a list of mental health resources for you to read, watch or listen to for mental wellness practices that you can incorporate into your daily life. Books & Apps Our experts recommended a variety of books to help that provide tips to help with mental health […]
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Find out how we’re honoring those of AAPI heritage who have impacted our industry and how you can get involved. REGISTER FOR OUR AAPI EVENTS This month, we will be hosting two events where we will share community stories, recognize AAPI leaders, and educate and empower […]
We’ve paired together classes that will create an impressive knowledgebase to help you take your business to the next level. Paired Classes Infographic [DOWNLOAD]
We are pleased to introduce our 2021-2022 Officers. Their leadership terms begin October 1, 2021. They will be inducted during our 138th Inaugural Gala this fall. Congratulations!
Governor Pritzker has extended the eviction moratorium another 30 days until May 29. Under the current moratorium, landlords must deliver to tenants a declaration that tenants may then execute and deliver back to landlords to trigger the protections of the moratorium. Find out more about this declaration here.