Summer 2026: Association News
Chicago REALTORS® Past Presidents Honored During the Illinois REALTORS®’ REALTOR® of the Year Banquet Congratulations to one of our past presidents, Sarah Ware, Ware Realty Group, on being named the […]
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The Chicago Advantage: Why Businesses Keep Choosing the Windy City
As Chicago REALTORS®, we know what makes this city exceptional: the people, the culture, the lakefront, the iconic skyline and our 77 community areas. Just as important, though often less […]
The Tax Of Not Knowing: Understanding How Taxes Work For You
By Darion Wiggs, Wiggs CPA Tax and Accounting LLC As a Certified Public Accountant and tax strategist who works closely with real estate professionals every day, my goal is simple: […]
Creating Space for Community: Chicago REALTORS® Foundation Supports the National Public Housing Museum
When artist Marisa Morán Jahn and architect Rafi Segal began designing an installation for the National Public Housing Museum, they did not keep the work confined to a studio. They […]
How to Ethically Navigate Multiple Offers
By Dave Naso, Chicago Association of REALTORS® When a listing goes live in a low-inventory market with strong buyer demand, the clock starts ticking: a buyer texts their REALTOR® within […]
Using AI To Work Smarter, Not Harder
It’s 8:45 AM, and the day is already moving fast. A seller is waiting for their listing to go live, and the property description still needs polish. A buyer has […]
Summer 2026: Editor’s Note
One of the highlights of our 2026 Market Outlook event was hearing from Phil Clement and the team at World Business Chicago. His presentation brought something that can sometimes get […]
Summer 2026: President’s Perspective
Leadership in real estate is measured by impact. Every day, REALTORS® help guide decisions and build relationships that shape neighborhoods, influence opportunity and strengthen communities. This work gives us a […]
Summer 2026: From the CEO
Over the past several months, our industry has continued to navigate rapid change. MLS conversations are evolving. Marketing platforms are shifting. Legislative proposals with significant implications for housing providers, property […]
House Bill 3564 Signed Into Law By Governor
At the end of June, Governor Pritzker signed House Bill 3564 into law. This bill will go into effect on January 1, 2027. What is House Bill 3564? House Bill […]
Announcing Our 2026-2027 Board of Directors
The official 2026-2027 Board of Directors has been announced. Newly elected officers and directors will be installed later this year at the 143rd Inaugural Gala. President Vicky Silvano Real Broker LLC President-Elect Erik Schwab […]
Foundry Park: Inside JDL Development’s Plan to Reimagine a Chicago Megaproject
At CommercialForum’s Power Lunch on June 30th, Founder and CEO of JDL Development Jim Letchinger dove into the process of of turning what was once known as Lincoln Yards into […]