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Global Trends That May Affect You

As the year comes to a close, we turn our eyes to 2017 and what market trends may lie ahead. Here is a brief summary of noteworthy events in politics, […]

How to File a Professional Standards Complaint

One of the most common questions we get is how to formally place an Ethics complaint or request for Arbitration, so we’ve put together this handy guide to walk you […]

The Move to 430 N. Michigan: Making Progress!

We are on the move to the REALTOR® Building at 430 N. Michigan, with a projected move-in of December, 2016. Construction began in September, and we’ll be keeping you posted on […]

Successful Election for REALTOR®-Backed Candidates

It was a big win for Illinois Real Estate on November 8th! The amount of victorious REALTOR®-backed candidates this election numbered over 80 percent. Of the candidates running for the […]

Fly The W: C.A.R. Offices Closed Nov. 4

Hey Chicago! What do you say? What a game! We are thrilled for the Chicago Cubs’ historic victory in the World Series. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced plans for a victory parade […]

The Move to 430 N. Michigan: Drywall

We are on the move to the REALTOR® Building at 430 N. Michigan, with a projected move-in of December, 2016. Construction began in September, and we’ll be keeping you posted on […]

Happy National Chocolate Cupcake Day!

Thanks to everyone who entered for their office to win a sweet treat! Britney Allen, Membership Coordinator and Administrative Assistant, and Monae Redmond, Manager of Member Care, had so much fun delivering […]

RTTR’s Wagging Hearts Gala Raises over $30,000 for Chicago’s Animal Shelters

REALTORS® to the Rescue’s annual Wagging Hearts Gala on Saturday, October 15th at Moonlight Studios, raised over $30,000 for Chicago’s homeless animals and local shelters. Formerly known as the Bark […]

September 2016 Market Snapshot

C.A.R.’s market snapshot helps prepare you to answer questions about Chicago’s real estate industry, while projecting confidence and consistency as a voice for Chicago REALTORS®. If you would like to […]

The Move to 430 N. Michigan: Framing

We are on the move to the REALTOR® Building at 430 N. Michigan, with a projected move-in of December, 2016. Construction began in September, and we’ll be keeping you posted on […]

Global Real Estate Council Awarded Gold by NAR

The Global Real Estate Council has been awarded Global Gold Status by the National Association of REALTORS® for their accomplishments in 2016, with particular accolades given to the council’s growth in outreach and marketing […]

Will You Be at 2016 REALTOR Conference and Expo?

The REALTOR® Conference and Expo is coming up quickly. It’s not too late – you can still register! Are you a Chicago REALTOR® who is planning on attending? Let us […]