How to Stand Out as a Property Manager
We sat down with Chris Pezza, Miller Chicago LLC, and picked his brain on property management tips for beginners and veterans alike. He’s a tried-and-true property manager with so many […]
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.
Set Realistic Goals and Expectations for Your Business
Real estate agents, particularly ones new to the industry, love to set big audacious goals without putting together a roadmap to accomplish them. They often want the result of hitting […]
President’s Perspective: Autumn 2018
With fall upon us, the remaining weeks of 2018 will be fleeting. Autumn ushers in the start of a new association year and marks the end of my time as […]
Your Brokerage’s Greatest Risk for Cyber Crime: You
Last year, more than 143 million people had their data exposed by a data breach perpetrated against Equifax. Cybercrimes against large corporations such as Target or The Home Depot are […]
Government Affairs Update
Advocacy that works – it’s our creedo. We put together some updates of the year so far, as well as what’s to come. As always, we invite you to join […]
Doing Business with Ireland
Ireland – land of abundant music, pubs and craic (enjoyable conversation, of course!). We welcomed Brian Dempsey, president of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers (IPAV) – aka, Ireland’s […]
Top Producer Market Trends & Observations
Six Chicago REALTORS® met at Prime & Provisions over the summer, in conjunction with Modern Luxury Chicago Men’s Book, to discuss trends in the luxury market. Sam Jenkins, Compass Real Estate, […]
How To Get Your Client To Yes
Buying a home is one of largest and most important purchases someone can make. So, it makes sense that your potential homebuyer clients – especially less experienced ones – may […]
Legislative Update for Summer 2018
It’s been a busy 2018, and it’s only going to get more interesting from here as we gear up for election season. Some quick briefs: Illinois Rent Control On Hold […]
Summer 2018 Chicago REALTOR® Magazine
The latest issue of Chicago REALTOR® is now available. Enjoy the content in the format of your choice. You can find the digital PDF flipbook below, with links to blog-format […]
Six Steps to Avoid a Low Appraisal
Getting a low appraisal for a property is one of the most frustrating components brokers face in a transaction, especially when both parties have already agreed on a price for […]
Welcome to Berwyn
Within reach of prime real estate locations, including downtown Chicago and the neighboring suburbs of Oak Park, Forest Park, Riverside, La Grange and Brookfield, Berwyn combines affordability and unique community […]