2021 Annual Report
After over a year of virtual meetings, events, work and networking, in 2021 we found ways to slowly and safely connect in-person once again. We’re so proud of everything we […]
Winter 2021: Editor’s Picks
It was so nice to gather together to install our new leadership in person this year. You can check out all the photos here. I was struck by something 2022 […]
‘The 77’ Tour of Chicago’s Neighborhoods
Tour many of Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods through the eyes of our neighborhood experts on our Diversity Committee, The 77. They shared their favorite restaurants, landmarks, architecture and more; these are […]
The 77 Honored With The “Power Of A” Gold Award From American Society of Association Executives
Congratulations to our diversity committee, The 77, which was awarded the American Society of Association Executives’ (ASAE) “Power of A” Gold Award. ASAE’s “Power of A” Awards are the industry’s […]
Chicago Remains The Third Largest City In U.S. According to Results of U.S. Census
On Thursday, August 12, the U.S. Census Bureau released the results of the 2020 Census. The Census showed that, nationwide, populations are increasing in metro areas and diversity in race […]
Hispanic Homeownership Continues to Rise: Check Out NAHREP’s 2020 State of Hispanic Homeownership Report
Our Industry Partner, the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), released their 2020 State of Hispanic Homeownership Report, which shows that the Hispanic homeownership rate rose for the […]
Commemorating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Find out how we’re honoring those of AAPI heritage who have impacted our industry and how you can get involved. REGISTER […]
Your Fair Housing Month Toolkit
April is Fair Housing Month! We fully support Fair Housing, and as REALTORS®, we have the power to end discrimination, step up for what’s right & help build thriving, inclusive […]
Small Business Grant Initiative Seeks to Support Asian American Pacific Islander Business Owners
We know that the COVID-19 pandemic hit small business owners especially hard, and we want to help provide relief to property owners impacted by the eviction mortarium and businesses shut […]
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 […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Sharon Aguilera, Golf Outing Advisory 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 Golf Outing Advisory Group Vice Chair […]
Illinois REALTORS® Launches Diversity Initiative
The Illinois REALTORS® have launched a new Diversity Initiative, including their new Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit. The initiative was created to reaffirm the organization’s longtime commitment to diversity in the […]