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Get Involved: Apply for a Leadership Role in the Association

Gain the most from your REALTOR® membership by getting involved! There are many ways to volunteer at C.A.R. Rewards include personal and professional growth opportunities and the ability to contribute […]

April 2020 Market Snapshot

MARKET SNAPSHOT — CITY OF CHICAGO *The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the […]

1099 Workers Should Apply for Regular Unemployment Benefits Before Applying for PUA

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 […]

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The Chicago Housing Solidarity Pledge & CAR

  The CAR Board of Directors has made the decision to endorse Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s Chicago Housing Solidarity Pledge, which was unveiled at a press conference at 1:00 today. The […]

Avoid Delays By Completing Your CE Now

Brokers! Your license renewal deadline has been extended from April 30, 2020, to September 30, 2020, but that doesn’t mean you should wait until the end of the summer to […]

March 2020 Market Snapshot

MARKET SNAPSHOT — CITY OF CHICAGO *The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the […]

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Nominate your peers for the 2020 REALTOR® Awards

Being recognized and acknowledged by your peers is one of the highest compliments. Nominate your colleagues who go above and beyond for a 2020 REALTOR® Award. Nominations will be accepted […]

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COVID-19 Advocacy Update

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 […]

February 2020 Market Snapshot

Market Snapshot — City of Chicago *The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the […]

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The Families First Coronavirus Response Act: What You Need to Know

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, […]

IDFPR Extends Broker License Renewal Deadline to September 30

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 […]

COVID-19 Information & Resources

Your health and safety are of the utmost importance to us. We are closely monitoring the spread of COVID-19 (known as the coronavirus) and its impact on our community. As […]