Structuring Your Business
Starting a real estate business can be intimidating. Setting your business up for success starts by setting up your business. Here are some considerations to make before stepping off on […]
Autumn 2018: From the CEO
CAR leadership was everywhere – leading panels, presenting sessions and more – at NAR’s Leadership Summit in Chicago this August. Leadership Summit is a time for REALTOR® Association Executives and […]
Thriving in Place: What Your Senior Clients Should Know
The U.S. is set for a massive change in what our population looks like. There were more than 43 million Americans aged 65 and older in 2012. By 2050, that […]
How to Stand Out as a Property Manager
We sat down with Chris Pezza, Miller Chicago LLC, and picked his brain on property management tips for beginners and veterans alike. He’s a tried-and-true property manager with so many […]
Set Realistic Goals and Expectations for Your Business
Real estate agents, particularly ones new to the industry, love to set big audacious goals without putting together a roadmap to accomplish them. They often want the result of hitting […]
President’s Perspective: Autumn 2018
With fall upon us, the remaining weeks of 2018 will be fleeting. Autumn ushers in the start of a new association year and marks the end of my time as […]
Leverage Instagram’s New Video Vertical: IGTV
In late June, Instagram reached their 1 billion active monthly user milestone. They also launched a new app: IGTV, a new way to watch long-form, vertical video from Instagram users […]
Your Brokerage’s Greatest Risk for Cyber Crime: You
Last year, more than 143 million people had their data exposed by a data breach perpetrated against Equifax. Cybercrimes against large corporations such as Target or The Home Depot are […]
Government Affairs Update
Advocacy that works – it’s our creedo. We put together some updates of the year so far, as well as what’s to come. As always, we invite you to join […]
Doing Business with Ireland
Ireland – land of abundant music, pubs and craic (enjoyable conversation, of course!). We welcomed Brian Dempsey, president of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers (IPAV) – aka, Ireland’s […]
Top Producer Market Trends & Observations
Six Chicago REALTORS® met at Prime & Provisions over the summer, in conjunction with Modern Luxury Chicago Men’s Book, to discuss trends in the luxury market. Sam Jenkins, Compass Real Estate, […]
How To Get Your Client To Yes
Buying a home is one of largest and most important purchases someone can make. So, it makes sense that your potential homebuyer clients – especially less experienced ones – may […]