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Congratulations to CAR past president and current Illinois REALTORS® treasurer Zeke Morris, EMA Realty & Management! He was honored with the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) Alex Chaparro Leadership Award at their installation and holiday party last evening. This award recognizes Zeke’s accomplishments and continued contributions to NAHREP Chicago. It is a […]
On August 9, 2019, Governor JB Pritzker signed Public Act 101-0357 into law. This updated the Real Estate License Act of 2000, extending it until January 1, 2030. The main purpose for this update was to overhaul the existing Act to meet modern-day standards, capture technological advances, adopt industry best practices and strengthen consumer protections. […]
Welcome to the CAR Staff Spotlight. Learn more about our newest team members! As the Executive Vice President, Zack is responsible for the centralized delivery of CAR’s operations, including performance management, implementation of the strategic plan and supervising several members of the executive management team while providing oversight to various departments. Hometown: Orem, Utah Interests: […]
On November 2, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation Board of Trustees participated in a Smoke Detector Giveaway hosted by the American Red Cross of Chicago and Northern Illinois. Maurice Hampton, the President of Chicago Association of REALTORS®, said it’s important for CAR to be involved in events like these. “REALTORS® not only want to […]
This Giving Tuesday (Tuesday, December 3), support the CAR Foundation and our mission of providing REALTORS® with educational scholarships to enhance their businesses and professionalism, fostering careers in real estate, and engaging in charitable giving related to the real estate industry and housing in the Chicagoland community. With your help, we can take our philanthropic […]
NAR’s Board of Directors recently passed MLS Statement 8.0, commonly known as the ‘Clear Cooperation Proposal’, which requires all REALTOR® listings to be submitted to the MLS: MLS Statement 8.0: Within one (1) business day of marketing a property to the public, the listing broker must submit the listing to the MLS for cooperation with other […]
Welcome to the CAR Staff Spotlight. Learn more about our newest team members! As Information Specialist, Emanuel handles member inquiries and concerns relating to billing, office changes and CAR’s products and services. He also sends friendly reminders to keep members up to date and prepared for upcoming deadlines and requirements. Hometown: Eupora, Mississippi, although Evanston […]
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 Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is excited to announce the hiring of Zack Wahlquist, M.S., CAE, as our new executive vice president, following a nationwide search. Wahlquist will begin his role on December 2, 2019. The executive vice president role will have responsibility for the centralized delivery of CAR’s operations, including performance management, implementation […]
You’re being represented on the national level. Congratulations and thank you to the Chicago REALTORS® who are volunteering to serve on 2020 National Association of REALTORS® committees. They’ll make sure Chicago’s voice is heard, and report back on the national public policies, trends and news that impact you, your business and your clients.
We’re excited to announce our new Member Care Task Force! Here’s your opportunity to weigh in on and advance Chicago Association of REALTORS® member benefits. If you’ve been looking for ways to get involved, read below to find out more about the Member Care Task Force and submit your application for the opportunity make a […]
On Wednesday, October 30, our Young Professionals Network committee presented a check of $2,966 to representatives from Chicago House. Chicago House provides housing and client-centered support services for those living with, or vulnerable to, HIV/AIDS. The funds were raised at the 2019 YPN Kickball Tournament we hosted in September. Learn more about the YPN committee, and […]