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On Monday, September 14, the City of Chicago Department of Housing released the Affordable Housing Task Force Report, which can be read in full here. On September 23, the Chicago City Council, Committee on Housing and Real Estate held a subject matter hearing. At that time, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Government Affairs Directors Kristopher […]
The 77 representative for the Chatham neighborhood, LaShandria Sanderson, Redfin, talked with Inman about how REALTORS® can help avoid steering and bias when helping clients looking to move. This article takes a look at the nationwide ramifications of steering and actionable steps that REALTORS® can take to avoid it in their daily practices with other […]
The 77 representatives Marla Forbes, @properties and representative for the Near North Side, Kim Offord, Fathom Realty and representative for Chatham, and Matt Silver, Corcoran Urban Real Estate representing Lakeview, discussed the toll that the civil unrest and looting has taken on the city and how broker involvement can help with Chicago Agent Magazine. “In […]
With summer finally on the horizon, here are a few small steps your clients can take to efficiently keep your house cool. Service your air conditioner Have your units cleaned and serviced early in the season and change the air filters regularly. This will help your A.C. unit run smoother and extend its life. Also, […]
Although REALTOR® Associations remain neutral in Presidential races, we have put together a synopsis provided by a tax expert to break down tax proposals by the candidates that would most impact the real estate industry and real estate professionals. Income Tax Rate Proposals Joe Biden: Donald Trump: Itemized Deduction Proposals Joe Biden: Donald Trump: Capital […]
Per the recent updates to the Real Estate License Act, 225 ILCS 454/1-1 et seq., designated managing brokers must serve as liaisons for newly licensed brokers who have not completed the post-license education. …designated managing brokers shall directly handle all earnest money, escrows, contract negotiations and advertisements for broker who have not completed the 45-hour […]
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. We work to celebrate homeownership for all, including the Hispanic community. At CAR, we have many industry partners, one of which is the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP). NAHREP Chicago provides community outreach, industry educational and business networking events for the […]
There’s an opportunity for you as a REALTOR® to work with clients to appeal property tax assessments. For clients who are selling their property, appealing an assessment is a great opportunity to position a property more favorably. For past clients, this is an opportunity for you to continue to provide great customer service. Here’s the […]
Each month the Chicago Association of REALTORS® hosts Coffee With Your GADs to keep you updated on what is happening in government affairs that affect your business. Watch the playback from our September 1 meeting to hear from our guest speaker on how to protect property during a crisis along with local, state and national […]