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November is Homebuyers and Sellers Month. Make sure you understand what your clients are looking for and get the resources you need to assist them through their buying or selling […]
The Global Real Estate Council has received NAR’s Global Achievement Program Diamond Award, the highest achievement awarded by NAR. The award is designed to recognize and reward the council with […]
We need leaders like you! If you’re ready to make an impact on our industry while expanding your leadership potential, take the next step by applying for our 2024 Leadership […]
*The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. STATE OF […]
What is the lawsuit about? NAR and four brokerage defendants were sued in lawsuits filed in Missouri (plaintiff “Burnett”) and Illinois (plaintiff “Moehrl”) alleging commission rates are too high, buyer […]
Thank you to all who attended the 140th Inaugural Gala. Relive all the fun from this year’s event, with photos and videos celebrating our special guests. Watch the Speeches View […]
Improving your online experience is important to us! The new look for chicagorealtor.com is easier to navigate and search, has a friendlier mobile experience, is more accessible (hello, dark mode!) […]
Jump to the award recipient’s bio below: REALTOR® of the Year: Antje Gehrken, A.R.E. Partners The REALTOR® of the Year Award is the highest and most coveted award that can […]
Marion Valle Managing Broker & Owner, Valle RealtyInducted September 22, 2023 “Real Estate Regulator and Leader, Co-Founder of Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation” Marion Valle’s impressive real estate career has […]
Update 11/7/2023 On Nov. 7, Chicago City Council approved (32-17) the ballot question to increase the real estate transfer tax. Despite our advocacy efforts and significant outreach, this measure was […]
Congratulations to the Chicago REALTORS® who have been appointed as Illinois REALTORS® committee leaders: Thank you all for your dedication to our industry and leadership.
October is Professional Development Month. Do you have business or professional goals you want to achieve in the upcoming year? We have the tools and resources to get you there. […]