Reminder on Code of Ethics Standard of Practice Regarding Free Services

As a reminder, the following change to the Code of Ethics took effect on January 1, 2022. This change was recommended by the National Association of REALTORS®’s (NAR) Professional Standards […]

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in 2022!

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. We work to celebrate homeownership for all, including the Hispanic community. Find out how we’re celebrating below! […]

Take Action: Tell Your Aldermen to Stop Tax Bill Increases

Illinois REALTORS® released call for action for Ordinance 2498, which seeks to stop tying property tax increases to inflation. Take one minute out of your day to encourage your alderperson […]

3 Talent-Retention & Recruitment Takeaways from the CommercialForum Diversity Summit

On Thursday, September 1, we hosted our CommercialForum Diversity Summit. During this event, our panel of thought leaders, including Collete English Dixon of Marshall Bennett Institute of Real Estate, Manny […]

Best of Both Worlds – Commercial & Residential: A YPN Breakfast Recap

On Wednesday, August 31, 2022, we hosted our monthly YPN breakfast “Best of Both Worlds – Commercial & Residential” at our home base, Manny’s Deli. We were so excited to […]

REALTOR® Safety Month Tools & Resources For You & Your Clients

Risks to your safety are out there. We want you to feel empowered if an imminent threat, of any kind, comes your way. We’ve compiled tools for your use, articles […]

77 Member Michael LaFargue Discusses Red Line Extension in GOVERNING

Michael LaFargue, Coldwell Banker Realty and a member of our 77 Committee, was featured in a recent article from GOVERNING regarding the extension of the red line in the city. […]

Dearborn REALTIST® Courtney Jones Named a 2022 Notable Leader in Community Development by Crain’s Chicago Business

Dearborn REALTIST® Courtney Jones, Re-CHRG Inc., was named one of Crain’s Chicago Business’s 2022 Notable Leaders in Community Development. “Courtney Jones and his team at Re-CHRG (formerly Chicago Homes Realty […]

Check Out RPR’s Property Data on Climate Risk

REALTORS® Property Resource® (RPR) is offering a new data set integration with ClimateCheck®, a tech startup that combines real estate, science and technology experience to help homeowners mitigate climate risks. You can […]

Chicago Association of REALTORS® to Jointly Run NAR’s REACH Labs

The National Association of Realtors®’ REACH Labs program, which identifies and connects innovative early-stage startups to the REALTOR® community, announced its expansion to Chicago to launch its first multi-association and multiple […]

Thank You Volunteers! 2022 Summer Soiree Photos Are Up

We hosted this year’s Summer Soiree & Annual Business Meeting in style at Tunnel! This sold-out event was dedicated to celebrating our fabulous volunteers, networking and connecting with the real […]

Legal Library Pro Early Bird Special: Sign Up For 2022-2023 to Receive Free Access for August and September

Early bird gets the worm, and free access to our Legal Library Pro! If you sign up for our CommercialForum Legal Library Pro for the 2022-2023 year, you’ll receive access […]