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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 […]

The Move to 430 N. Michigan: Blank Slate

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 […]

Tell Us Why Your Office is So Sweet and Win!

October 18th is National Chocolate Cupcake Day – let C.A.R. bring cupcakes to you! Simply send an email to membership@chicagorealtor.com letting us know in 100 words or less what makes […]

Illinois REALTORS® New Leadership Installation

Last week, several C.A.R. members were installed as Illinois REALTOR® leadership. It is important to have our voice heard on the state level, and we are proud to have such strong […]

Chicago Marathon 2016 Street Closures

Please be advised that travel in and around Chicago’s Loop, including to the C.A.R. Central Office, will be affected by two events in the coming days. Please allow for extra […]

YPN’s 2016 Fundraising

Over the course of the year, collections have been held at every Young Professionals Network event— mixers and breakfasts alike— to fund raise for the Union League Boys and Girls […]

The Move to 430 N. Michigan: The Plans

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 […]

Yahoo Users, Change Your Passwords!

It was recently announced that Yahoo suffered a data breach of 500 million account usernames and passwords. Credentials of customers who may be using the same login on their bank, […]

Understanding the Eviction Process

Understanding the system for evictions in Cook County is key for the process to work. The following links provide critical information for your clients’ use. The Cook County sheriff has […]