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Chicago aldermen on Wednesday, March 18 approved changes to the Affordable Requirements Ordinance (ARO). Chicago REALTORS® Government Affairs team worked with the city along with other real estate groups to propose changes […]
If Section 1031 like-kind exchanges were repealed, the nation’s economy would shrink by an estimated $8.1 billion even when combined with lower tax rates, a new analysis found. The higher […]
Honing your digital reach may be more than important than ever. Younger homebuyers in a new survey say they prefer to get their information from other sources rather than work […]
MRED Tools to Boost Your Bottom Line A Member Outreach Event Boost your bottom line using the many tools available through Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC (MRED). Learn how to […]
Cicero officials have approved several building code changes that will no longer require a special permit from the town. Officials made the changes to encourage investment in housing, and to […]
Homeowners would have to pay additional fees under proposed state legislation to require a video inspection of their sewer system by a licensed plumber. State representatives could call House Bill […]
Congratulations to Young Professionals Network (YPN) committee member Clayton Jirak of Redfin Corporation on being named a finalist in REALTOR® Magazine’s 30 Under 30! The public can start voting for finalists at noon […]
Chicago REALTORS® showcased regional opportunities on a global stage at the international real estate show MIPIM from March 10-13 in France. C.A.R. President-elect Dan Wagner of The Inland Real Estate Group, Maurice […]
We want to inform you that the legal action C.A.R. brought in September 2012 against REALTOR® member Andrea Geller is now over. The following joint statement has been issued by Ms. […]
Take note of new rules for sellers of property in unincorporated Cook County that go into effect on Saturday, March 21. The seller must apply to the Cook County building […]
Join us next week for a series of unique skill-building courses being held March 16-19. All three courses are being taught by special guest instructor Chip Meyers. Each class is […]
A new statewide home loan has launched to make homeownership more affordable for first-time and repeat buyers. The new @HomeIllinois product offers the following: • A 30-year fixed-rate, affordable loan […]