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Injustice, a major topic of discussion in 2020, is a result of biases, both implicit (the biases we are unconscious of) and explicit (the biases we are conscious of and intentional about). These biases can relate to race, gender, age, disability and more. As REALTORS®, we are beholden to the Code of Ethics, and explicit […]
Advancing Your Profession and Your Professional Goals “I didn’t know you offered scholarships… had I known, I would’ve applied a long time ago!” We often hear this sentiment when engaging with members. In those moments, we wish we could shout from the tallest high-rise and say, “YES! This is just one of the many game […]
Your voice and opinions are vital to the success of our association so we can continue to provide you with the tools to help you succeed. To ensure we are hearing directly from you, we recently founded our new Member Care Task Force. The Member Care Task Force is solely dedicated to hearing your voices. […]
Dave Naso Named CAR’s Vice President of Membership and Professional Standards We are excited to announce the hiring of REALTOR® Dave Naso to fill the position of our Vice President of Membership and Professional Standards, a role that has been vacant since January. He began at the association in August. “I’m incredibly excited for this […]
Lenders are a vital part of the real estate transaction. We gave some of our lenders the opportunity to speak out on hot topics and important questions that REALTORS® have during these crucial times of change. Here’s what you need to know. WHAT CAN A REALTOR® DO TO MAKE THE LENDING PROCESS AS SMOOTH AS […]
2020 has brought quite a number of challenges – but with challenges come opportunities. On October 29th, we’ll Rise Up together for the 137th Annual Inaugural Gala, the premier night for real estate in Chicago! Join us for this historic evening as we install the Chicago Association of REALTORS® 2020-2021 leadership team, including first-ever Black […]
Although we’re still socially distant, we have tools to help you make the most of your membership as you navigate your business this fall. Make your October outstanding with these benefits: Practice Safely and Securely with Sentrilock Sentrilock lockboxes allow you to practice safely during the COVID-19 pandemic by allowing temporary access to a property […]
Jakeeva Lee, CAR’s External Affairs Manager, has been named to the 2020 class of “Forty Under 40” by Association Forum and USAE. The Forty Under 40 program is a prestigious competition that provides recognition to 40 accomplished association or non-profit professionals who are under the age of 40, demonstrate high potential for continued success in […]
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 Young Professionals Network Chair Quentin Green, Downtown Realty Company, to find out more about his career path, why he volunteers and more. How long have you been in the industry? 4 […]
This summer and fall, the Chicago Parks Foundation is leading a citywide volunteer initiative to help keep the city’s parks clean. In partnership with the Chicago Park District, they are bringing communities together to pitch in for the parks. The 77 Committee representatives will be joining these events to provide extra sets of hands in […]
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
City of Chicago property taxes must be paid by Thursday, October 1, to avoid significant late fees. To download a copy of your tax bill or to make a payment: After October 1, any balance will be charged an additional 1.5% for each additional month the bill is not paid.