Love Letters or Liability Letters?
Buyer love letters are a tactic used by some buyers in an attempt to stand out to a seller, especially in hot markets with low inventory and bidding wars. Seemingly […]
Your Guide to Comply with NAR’s Code of Ethics Changes Regarding Hate Speech
On November 13, 2020, the National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors approved a change to Article 10 of the Code of Ethics, making it a violation for REALTORS® to use […]
REALTORS® Are the Key to Ending Discrimination
We have the power. Here are the resources you need to educate yourself and ensure you’re stepping up for what’s right and empowering fair housing for all. What We’re Doing: […]
Top Producers Sound Off
Human interest has always been my favorite part of real estate. The art of the deal pales in comparison to the earnest ability to help someone make a good decision. […]
Spring 2021: Editor’s Pick
Help Us Promote You as Chicago Market Experts Check out one of the coolest (and dare I say prettiest) member benefits we launched this year: Photofy. Through this user-friendly, accessible […]
Spring 2021: From the CEO
In 2020, leadership and industry cooperation was critical within our teams, our industry and our communities. REALTORS® stepped up, worked together and ensured our industry thrived even in the darkest […]
Spring 2021: President’s Perspective
When I began my real estate career, I quickly realized the importance advocacy plays in our industry — and it’s now one of the things I’m most passionate about. In […]
Take Immediate Action Against the Repeal of the Rent Control Preemption Act
We need you to take quick, immediate action against HB116 – House Committee Amendment 1, which would repeal the Rent Control Preemption Act. A repeal of this act would allow […]
Apply to Serve on the 2021-2022 Board of Directors
This is your opportunity to represent the interests of Chicago REALTORS® to the Board of Directors and vice-versa. The Board of Directors are elected by the membership for staggered two […]
A Statement on Recent AAPI Hate Crimes
Dear Chicago REALTORS®, We are saddened by the murders of the 8 individuals, six of whom were Asian women, in Atlanta earlier this week and horrified at the increase in […]
Titans of Industry Recap: Meet CAR’s All Women Executive Team
On Tuesday, March 16, we continued our Titans of Industry series with an event featuring our all-women executive team. Michelle Mills Clement, CEO, Nykea Pippion McGriff, President, Antje Gehrken, President-Elect, […]
February 2021 Market Snapshot
MARKET SNAPSHOT — CITY OF CHICAGO *The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the […]