August Real Estate Feature from WBBM

Get informed, fast! These radio shorts from WBBM are designed to help home buyers and sellers make knowledgeable real estate decisions. Each episode includes specialty advice from real estate expert […]

City of Chicago Updates Electrical Code, Aligns with 2017 National Electrical Code

On September 6th, Chicago’s City Council voted to adopt a major update to the Chicago Electrical Code, not only aligning with the 2017 National Code, but also becoming one of […]

City of Chicago Discontinues Multiple Dwelling Registrations

Effective September 6, 2017 the City Council passed an ordinance that repealed the Multiple Dwelling Registration provisions (Chapter 13-10 of the Municipal Code of Chicago). The Chicago Department of Buildings will […]

Cook County Land Bank Launches New Homebuyer Direct Program

If your client is looking to purchase a home, but is having trouble finding something in their price range, or if they are talking about purchasing a fixer upper, a […]

2017 REALTORS® Conference & Expo Coming To Chicago

Mark your calendars for November 3rd – 6th, because the annual REALTORS®  Conference & Expo is coming to Chicago! The business perks are endless: Networking and brainstorming opportunities with the 20,000 […]

Fly The W: C.A.R. Offices Closed Nov. 4

Hey Chicago! What do you say? What a game! We are thrilled for the Chicago Cubs’ historic victory in the World Series. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced plans for a victory parade […]

YPN’s 2016 Fundraising

Over the course of the year, collections have been held at every Young Professionals Network event— mixers and breakfasts alike— to fund raise for the Union League Boys and Girls […]

Understanding the Eviction Process

Understanding the system for evictions in Cook County is key for the process to work. The following links provide critical information for your clients’ use. The Cook County sheriff has […]

Property Tax Rebate: Are You Eligible?

Starting October 1st, all property tax rebate applications will be accepted at 25 neighborhood locations citywide. The rebate gives working and middle class families and seniors tax relief from the […]

New education initiative on Chicago property taxes with Real Property Alliance

C.A.R. is partnering with Real Property Alliance, Illinois REALTORS® consumer outreach arm, to help educate property owners in Chicago about why property taxes are increasing and how they can potentially […]

Lollapalooza 2016 Street Closures

Travel to the C.A.R. Central office will be affected by downtown road closures tied to Lollapalooza Music Festival. Lollapalooza begins Thursday, July 28 and continues through Sunday, July 31, but preparation […]

How to Buy Parking Permits in Bulk

The City Clerk’s office has released information that will allow you to buy REALTOR® Parking Permits in bulk. Managing brokers may use this information to purchase permits on behalf of your […]