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City Council Housing Committee Pauses ARO Discussion at REALTORS® Urging

On Tuesday, February 16, a meeting was held by the Housing Committee for public comments on the Affordable Requirements Ordinance (ARO). The City of Chicago’s Affordable Requirements Ordinance requires residential […]

January 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 […]

Black Homeownership Policies and Their Impact

February is Black History Month. This week, we are taking a look at policies that have impacted Black homeownership, and how they continue to impact Black homeowners today with current […]

Coffee With Your GADs February 2021 Recap

Each month, the Chicago Association of REALTORS® hosts Coffee With Your GADs to keep you updated on what is happening in the government that affects your business. Watch the playback from our […]

Fast Track Your 2021 With Our February Member Benefits!

This February, we have the tools to help you make the most of your membership as you navigate the beginning of your year. Have a fantastic February with these member […]

Volunteer Spotlight: Sheila Dantzler, Professional Standards Committee Vice Chair

Get to know our members who share their expertise to help shape the future of our association and industry! We chatted with our 2020-2021 Professional Standards Committee Vice Chair Sheila […]

Past President Matt Silver Named Illinois REALTORS® 2022 Treasurer-Elect

CAR Past President Matt Silver of Corcoran Urban Real Estate has been named the 2022 Treasurer-Elect of Illinois REALTORS®. Matt was named 2018 CAR REALTOR® of the Year and received […]

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Cook County Treasurer Announces Two Months Grace Period on Late Fees

Treasurer Maria Pappas has announced a two-month grace period on late fees for the first installment of property taxes. The first installment deadline is due on March 2, but property […]

Honoring Industry Trailblazers this Black History Month

February is Black History Month, and we are celebrating those who have paved the way for others in the real estate industry and our association. Meet these inspiring individuals below.

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Cook County’s Board Passes Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance

On Thursday, January 28, the Cook County Board passed the Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance (RTLO). The Chicago Association of REALTORS® and Illinois REALTORS® worked with the Zoning and Board […]

Staff Spotlight: Dominique Hartsfield

Welcome to the CAR Staff Spotlight. Learn more about our newest team members!   As the Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Dominique is responsible for helping launch and implement marketing and […]

Illinois Moves Into Phase 1B of COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

Illinois has moved into Phase 1B of distribution of the COVID-19 vaccination. This phase applies to those who are 65 years old or old and “essential frontline workers,” which includes […]