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Summer 2016 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 articles. C.A.R. members will […]

C.A.R. 2016-2017 Election Ballot

The official 2016 – 2017 election ballot for C.A.R. officers and directors has been announced. Newly elected officers and directors will be installed on Sept. 14 at the Annual C.A.R. Inaugural […]

Fair Housing Act: Criminal History-Based Practices and Policies

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) urges housing providers to exercise caution when implementing criminal history policies or practices used to make housing decisions. This guidance follows the […]

Update: Airbnb and Other Shared Housing Services

You may have heard last week an ordinance went before a City Council Committee regarding Airbnb and shared housing services. C.A.R. Senior Director of Government Affairs Brian Bernardoni testified as a representative […]

Market Snapshot: April 2016

C.A.R.’s market snapshot helps prepare you to answer questions about Chicago’s real estate industry, while projecting confidence and consistency as a voice for Chicago REALTORS®. If you would like to […]

IDFPR Launches Smartphone E-License as Pocket Card Alternative

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced today that an alternative to the paper license pocket card is now available for the majority of licensed professionals, including […]

C.A.R. To Move to the REALTOR® Building at End of 2016

We are thrilled to share with you some exciting news: we are on the move! We have signed a lease at The REALTOR® Building at 430 N. Michigan, with a […]

REALTOR® Awards Nominations Due May 12

Do you know a REALTOR® who goes above and beyond? We’re seeking nominations for our annual REALTOR® Awards, to be honored at our Inaugural Gala in the fall. Nominations are due Thursday, […]

Legislative Update: Spring 2016

View this video for an overview of legislative items that we are working on, on your behalf:   Topics covered include: Professional Services Parking Permit The Cloud Tax Affordable Building Code Residential […]

Market Snapshot: February 2016

C.A.R.’s market snapshot helps prepare you to answer questions about Chicago’s real estate industry, while projecting confidence and consistency as a voice for Chicago REALTORS®. If you would like to […]

Spring 2016 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 articles. C.A.R. members will […]

Market Snapshot: January 2016

 C.A.R.’s market snapshot helps prepare you to answer questions about Chicago’s real estate industry, while projecting confidence and consistency as a voice for Chicago REALTORS®. If you would like to […]