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REALTORS® Now Eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccine in Chicago

On March 29, the City of Chicago moved into Phase 1C of COVID-19 vaccination distribution. This phase makes REALTORS® eligible for the vaccine. Vaccine supply and appointments are still limited, […]

Economists Forecast a Hopeful 2021

An unprecedented 2020 led to an unexpected but strong real estate market in the back half of the year. Will this positive momentum continue into 2021? Will we see a […]

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Spring 2021: Government Affairs Update

It’s a new year, the dust has settled, and the City of Chicago budget was enacted by a slim margin. Now, regular legislative business begins again in the City Council. […]

New City of Chicago Program Helps Homebound Seniors Receive COVID-19 Vaccinations

The City of Chicago has partnered with the Chicago Fire Department to create a mobile, integrated, home health community vaccination program for homebound seniors who cannot get to vaccination sites. […]

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What You Need to Know About the American Rescue Plan

The American Rescue Plan was passed by Congress on March 10. The bill was signed by President Biden on March 11, and it includes provisions that impact the real estate […]

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Eviction Moratorium Extended to April 3, New Change Added for Evictions

On Friday, March 5, Governor Pritzker extended the eviction moratorium to April 3. The governor signed executive order 2021-05, which both extended the moratorium and also made one additional change to the […]

Three Small Black-Owned Businesses Awarded CAR Grants

During the month of February 2021, we awarded $1,000 grants to three Black-owned small Chicago businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Congratulations to Absolutely Anything Essential, GILDA Designer Thrift Boutique […]

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 […]

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Congress Approves New COVID-19 Relief Package Including Rental Assistance

On Sunday, December 20, Congress approved a $900 billion COVID-19 relief bill. The agreement includes rental relief, additional funding for loans, simplified forgiveness for SBA loans and direct payments to […]

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Governor Pritzker Extends Eviction Moratorium Until January 9

Governor Pritzker announced on Friday, December 11 that the eviction moratorium would be extended another month until January 9, 2021. The modifications include specific language regarding a minimum of 5-day […]

New COVID-19 Mitigations Begin on Friday for Illinois

Chicago REALTORS® are still considered essential workers and allowed to continue working under the new COVID-19 mitigations that begin Friday to combat the recent surge in positivity rates and hospitalizations. […]

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NAR Releases the 2020 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers

Last week, NAR released the 2020 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. This report discusses demographics, preferences and experiences of buyers and sellers across America. This year’s report highlights the […]