Jumpstart Your June With These Member Benefits
This June, we have the tools to help you make the most of your membership as you navigate your summer. Jumpstart your June with these member benefits: Upcoming Events This […]
Chicago REALTORS® Blog & News
Welcome to the Chicago Association of REALTORS® blog and news hub. Explore magazine articles, industry updates and more. You can filter by category or tag based on your interests.
Support Your Clients: New Home Warranty Grants Available
As REALTORS®, you know better than anyone how overwhelming purchasing a home can be, especially because of the upfront costs that come with the purchase. Encourage your clients to apply for our new Home […]
Staff Spotlight: Cassie Lux
Welcome to the CAR Staff Spotlight. Learn more about our newest team members! As the Director of REALTORS® Real Estate School and Professional Development, Cassie is responsible for leading the […]
4 Amazing Takeaways From the YPN May Breakfast: Building A Professional Presence
On Wednesday, May 26, we hosted our monthly YPN breakfast “Building A Professional Presence” virtually through Zoom. Even though our get-togethers at Manny’s Deli were put on hold, we couldn’t […]
Mayor Lightfoot and Chicago Department of Housing Announce Third Round of Rental Assistance Funding
This week, Mayor Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Housing announced they would be adding a third round of funding to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program totaling $79.8 million. This […]
City of Chicago Accepting Mortgage Assistance Grant Applications
The city of Chicago is currently accepting applications for its Mortgage Assistance Grants. This program provides grants to low- to moderate-income homeowners in Chicago who have been economically impacted by […]
April 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 […]
Illinois Eviction Moratorium to End In August, Aid Coming for Renters & Landlords
On Monday, May 17, Governor Pritzker announced that the eviction moratorium will end in August, and $1.5 billion in aid will be available to help renters affected by COVID-19. The […]
Get Involved 2021: Apply For A Volunteer Role in Our Association
Get the most out of your REALTOR® membership by getting involved! As a volunteer, you will receive personal and professional growth opportunities and have the chance to contribute to the […]
In Conversation with U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Marcia Fudge
On Thursday, April 29, we hosted our last Fair Housing event of the month, featuring a fireside chat with U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Marcia Fudge. She […]
Hispanic Homeownership Continues to Rise: Check Out NAHREP’s 2020 State of Hispanic Homeownership Report
Our Industry Partner, the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), released their 2020 State of Hispanic Homeownership Report, which shows that the Hispanic homeownership rate rose for the […]
#CARMemberPerk: Discounted Health Care and Life Services Benefits Now Available
You asked and we listened. Our newest member benefit is a flexible, non-binding health benefits plan that provides you telehealth with $0 visit fee and discounted vision and dental services, among many […]