Winter 2026: From the CEO
Our careers are not built alone. They are built through trusted mentorship. Mentors don’t always take the same shape or hold an official title. Sometimes, they’re a seasoned executive who […]
Chicago REALTORS® Blog & News
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Maximizing Your MLS Listings: Insider Tips for Better Visibility & Results
As a veteran trainer and a working broker in today’s real estate market, I’ve seen firsthand how a well-crafted MLS listing can either elevate your professional brand or quietly destroy […]
Hall of Fame Inductee Marki Lemons Ryhal: Innovating Real Estate, Inspiring Legacies & Investing in People
Entrepreneurship runs in Marki Lemons Ryhal’s blood. Her family has long shaped Chicago’s business landscape, from Lem’s Bar-B-Q to a newspaper stand in Washington Park. By the age of 10, […]
Introducing 2025-2026 President Lutalo McGee, Ani Real Estate
Vision. Purpose. Community. These qualities are at the core of everything Lutalo McGee builds. As the 2025–2026 President of the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, the Ani Real Estate founder is […]
How REALTOR® Volunteers Shape the Real Estate Industry at Every Level (And You Can Too!)
Every time a new form or contract is published, a dedicated committee of members is behind that form. The same is true across association initiatives and benefits; every course we […]
The Real Estate Cybersecurity Playbook: How to Protect Yourself & Your Clients
Our ability to work, travel, relax and even find human connection often relies in some way on technology. Technology gives us unparalleled access to information and convenience, but it also […]
How Storytelling Builds Trust and Closes Deals
In a business where trust is everything, storytelling has become one of the most powerful tools for REALTORS®. Clients have always wanted more than facts; they want to feel a […]
Micro-Housing, Major Opportunity
As Chicago continues to grapple with affordability, inventory constraints and growing demand for flexible living options, one trend is quietly transforming the city’s housing landscape: micro-housing. These compact, highly efficient […]
Winter 2026: Association News
Global Real Estate Council & YPN Shine at NAR NXT At the NAR NXT conference in November, two of our committees took center stage with standout achievements. During the International […]
Introducing The 2026 Leadership Accelerator Class
Congratulations to the following Chicago REALTORS® who have been chosen for our Leadership Accelerator class. This program will help attendees prepare for the next steps in their leadership journey in their […]
New 2026 Residential Lease & Security Deposit Interest Rates Now Available
The 2026 Chicago Residential Lease is now available on our Forms & Contracts webpage. Changes to this year’s lease include: The Chicago Residential Lease is an excellent member benefit for all […]
6 Ways You Can Maximize Your Membership in 2026
Thank you for being a Chicago REALTOR®! Your membership provides you with tools created for REALTOR® success, by REALTORS®. As your local association, we provide a wide variety of business-boosting benefits […]