April: Fair Housing Month
In honor of Fair Housing Month (April), check your knowledge of the federal law banning housing discrimination with this quiz. The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, and […]
Chicago REALTORS® Blog & News
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MRED to Vote on Syndication
Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) board members will be voting on a big decision Tuesday, March 31 that will affect syndication of listings to Zillow and Trulia. MRED will […]
Chicago REALTORS® Advocate for Property Rights
Chicago REALTORS® this week joined REALTORS® from across the nation as part of a group lobbying congressional representatives on private property rights in Washington, D.C. The meetings were the […]
Chicago Ranked Top Metro for Corporate Investment
For the second year in a row, Chicago has been named the top U.S. metro for corporate investment. Site Selection magazine said Chicago saw more new or expanded corporate facilities […]
Aldermen OK New Affordable Requirements Ordinance
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 […]
U.S. Economy Would Lose $8.1B Without 1031
If Section 1031 like-kind exchanges were repealed, the nation’s economy would shrink by an estimated $8.1 billion even when combined with lower tax rates, a new analysis found.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 […]
Why It May Be Harder to Reach Younger Clients
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 […]
Free Member Event
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 Announces Building Code Changes
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 […]
Call for Action: Sewer Inspection Bill
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 […]
Chicago REALTOR® Named 30 Under 30 Finalist
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® Highlight Opportunities at Global Show
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 […]