The Chicago Association of REALTORS®, the “Voice for Real Estate” in Chicago since 1883, represents 17,000 members from all real estate specialties including commercial sales, development, property management, appraisal, auctions and residential sales.
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The Ordinance On Monday, June 15, Mayor Lightfoot introduced the COVID-19 Eviction Protection Ordinance, which provides tenant protection and seeks to minimize COVID-19 related evictions. This legislation requires landlords filing […]
As we enter Phase 3 of the Governor’s restoration plan, we want to ensure you have all the tools you need to make your office reopening and continuing open houses […]
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) has issued guidance instructing 1099 workers who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19 to apply for regular unemployment insurance before the Pandemic […]
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi announced changes to property tax valuations based on the impact of COVID-19. While the announcement comes at a time when property owners are worried about […]
Illinois REALTORS® have released guidance on filing for unemployment in Illinois. Here’s what you need to know. April 22, 2020: Illinois REALTORS® is fielding many questions about completing the online […]
We know right now, more than ever, you may be looking for tools to gain skills and insights for the future. As a member benefit, NAR is helping you through […]
On Tuesday, March 31, Baird & Warner donated $150,000 to the Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund through its philanthropic arm, The Good Will Network, according to a press release from […]
NAR’s Federal Advocacy team has been working closely with Congress and the Administration to ensure the interests of REALTORS® and their clients are protected in any federal action in response […]
On Thursday, March 27, we hosted a special legal update and virtual town hall, featuring: Betsy Urbance | General Counsel & VP, Legal Services, Illinois REALTORS® Maurice Hampton | President, […]
Updated: April 14, 2020 The Chicago Association of REALTORS® is working on your behalf to ensure your interests are represented at each level of government during the COVID-19 crisis. Things […]
On Wednesday, March 18, Congress passed H.R. 6201, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. This act provides support to American workers, families, and businesses by expanding family and sick leave, […]
On Wednesday, March 18, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced the extension of renewal dates and continuing education (CE) deadlines from the original date of April […]
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Your health and safety is of the utmost importance to us. As COVID-19 is predominantly spread through close contact, out of an abundance of caution, all events through April 30 will be either canceled or postponed, except for Coffee with Your GADs, which will take place virtually. This includes our annual Sales Awards, which we are working to reschedule.
If you have registered for one of our upcoming events, look for an email with further details. All tickets for paid events will be automatically refunded. Please allow 3-5 business days to see the refund on your bank statement. Questions? Please reach out to our events team.
As COVID-19 is predominantly spread through close contact, out of an abundance of caution, all in-person classes scheduled through April 30 will take place virtually.
RRES staff has reached out to those of you who have registered for an affected class with an option to transfer into an online option or reschedule for a later classroom date. CAR to You is available in the meantime to assist you with your education needs and we have a variety of classes being offered online and via webinar for your continued development.
Questions? Our education team is here to assist you.