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This February, we have the tools to help you make the most of your membership as you navigate the beginning of your year. Have a fantastic February with these member benefits: MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR OUR UPCOMING EVENTS This February, we are continuing some of our popular virtual events, as well as hosting some specialty […]
Get to know our members who share their expertise to help shape the future of our association and industry! We chatted with our 2020-2021 Professional Standards Committee Vice Chair Sheila Dantzler, Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty, to find out more about her career path, why she volunteers and more. HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED IN THE […]
CAR Past President Matt Silver of Corcoran Urban Real Estate has been named the 2022 Treasurer-Elect of Illinois REALTORS®. Matt was named 2018 CAR REALTOR® of the Year and received the REALTOR® Achievement Award in 2013. He is also the Federal Political Coordinator for District 10, working with Rep. Brad Schneider. You can learn more […]
Treasurer Maria Pappas has announced a two-month grace period on late fees for the first installment of property taxes. The first installment deadline is due on March 2, but property owners will now be able to pay without a late fee until May 3. Late fees also will be waived for two months for the […]
February is Black History Month, and we are celebrating those who have paved the way for others in the real estate industry and our association. Meet these inspiring individuals below.
On Thursday, January 28, the Cook County Board passed the Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance (RTLO). The Chicago Association of REALTORS® and Illinois REALTORS® worked with the Zoning and Board Committee for a more balanced legislation. While the version that passed included significant improvements, we are still concerned about possible negative impacts, including the following: […]
Welcome to the CAR Staff Spotlight. Learn more about our newest team members! As the Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Dominique is responsible for helping launch and implement marketing and communications plans, conduct research and maintain reports and analytics on marketing and communications efforts. Hometown: Romeoville, Illinois Interests/Hobbies: Her hobbies include CrossFit, traveling, watching sports […]
Illinois has moved into Phase 1B of distribution of the COVID-19 vaccination. This phase applies to those who are 65 years old or old and “essential frontline workers,” which includes first responders, education, food and agriculture, manufacturing, corrections workers and inmates. If you are eligible to receive a vaccination in this phase, appointments can be […]
The Chicago Association of REALTORS® Real Estate School has the virtual classes you need to advance your real estate career. As you continue to social distance, check out our online and webinar courses to help you complete your continuing education, or complete a designation to showcase your expertise. What’s the Difference Between Online & Webinar? […]
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
The Illinois Medical District (IMD) Guest House provides comfortable, affordable, temporary lodging for patients and their families who must travel to Chicago for medical treatment. They also provide these accommodations to veterans receiving treatment at the Road Home Program at Rush University Hospital. The Global Real Estate Council is raising money for international families to provide […]
Get to know our members who share their expertise to help shape the future of our association and industry! We chatted with our 2020-2021 Global Real Estate Council Vice Chair Aaron Masliansky, Dream Town Realty, to find out more about his career path, why he volunteers and more. HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED IN THE […]