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On March 29, the City of Chicago moved into Phase 1C of COVID-19 vaccination distribution. This phase makes REALTORS® eligible for the vaccine. Vaccine supply and appointments are still limited, and your patience will be key to receiving your dose. Here are the resources you need to book an appointment based on your location: City […]
On Tuesday, March 23, we continued our Titans of Industry series with an event featuring three female leadership legends. Nykea Pippion McGriff, Vice-President of Brokerage Services of Coldwell Banker Realty, led a fireside chat with Tami Bonnell, CEO of EXIT Realty Corp Intl., and Susan Yannaccone, President & CEO of Realogy Franchise Group, led a […]
The latest issue of Chicago REALTOR® is now available. Enjoy the content in the format of your choice. You can find the digital PDF flipbook below, with links to blog-format articles. CAR members will receive a printed copy in the coming weeks! MAGAZINE HIGHLIGHTS
An unprecedented 2020 led to an unexpected but strong real estate market in the back half of the year. Will this positive momentum continue into 2021? Will we see a resurgence in the commercial market? And what role will the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continue to play in the market? We don’t have a crystal ball […]
Branding yourself and generating clientele are two important aspects of being successful REALTORS®, and social media is one avenue that allows you to do both. But are you using these platforms to their full potential? We gathered tips, tricks and insights from Chicago REALTORS® Lauren Mitrick Wood, COMPASS, and Sydney Sewell, Coldwell Banker Realty, who […]
Congratulations to REALTOR® Emeritus Jim Kinney During our 137th Inaugural Broadcast, Jim Kinney of Baird & Warner was honored for achieving REALTOR® Emeritus status. He has been an active and passionate volunteer at the local, state and national level for over 40 years. The REALTOR® Emeritus program is a special membership status honoring REALTORS® who […]
It’s a new year, the dust has settled, and the City of Chicago budget was enacted by a slim margin. Now, regular legislative business begins again in the City Council. City Council Passes ADU Ordinance On December 16, 2020, the City Council approved the Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance, also known as the Accessory Conversion Unit […]
How to Work Effectively with Out-of-State, Second Home or International Clients There are many opportunities for REALTORS® to expand their businesses in new ways. But what steps are necessary to expand your local business to a multistate, national or even global market? Samuel Ciochon of @properties, Julie Harron of Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty and Paul […]
Buyer love letters are a tactic used by some buyers in an attempt to stand out to a seller, especially in hot markets with low inventory and bidding wars. Seemingly harmless, these letters actually raise fair housing concerns, and could open real estate professionals and their clients to fair housing violations. Here’s how you can […]
On November 13, 2020, the National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors approved a change to Article 10 of the Code of Ethics, making it a violation for REALTORS® to use harassing or hate speech toward any of the protected classes. This includes race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation and gender […]
We have the power. Here are the resources you need to educate yourself and ensure you’re stepping up for what’s right and empowering fair housing for all. What We’re Doing: New Fair Housing Training, Free Fair Housing CE for Members It is more important than ever for us to live up to our commitment to […]
Human interest has always been my favorite part of real estate. The art of the deal pales in comparison to the earnest ability to help someone make a good decision. – ERIN MANDEL, @properties My role is not just to sell a house (especially in a neighborhood where every house, every block and every corner […]