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 […]
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.
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 […]
IDFPR Eliminates Paper Renewal Notices and Licenses
Effective immediately, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) will no longer issue paper renewal notices and licenses. All documentation will be done electronically, with the goal of […]
A Cloud Tax Win for REALTORS®
We’re pleased to announce that coordinated efforts between the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, our fellow local REALTOR® Associations, IAR and MRED were successful in attaining a positive Private Letter […]
2016 Market Outlook: Tools for You!
Key Takeaways 2015 was a great year for housing. Looking forward to 2016, here are some trends REALTOR.com® chief economist Jonathan Smoke wants you to keep in mind: Real Estate […]
CCRD’s Free Property Fraud Alert Program
Property and recording fraud is one of the fastest-growing white collar crimes, and is a growing threat to REALTOR® clients. In response, Cook County Recorder of Deeds Karen A. Yarbrough has […]
New 2016 Lease & Security Deposit Interest Rates
The Chicago residential lease has been updated for 2016 with the new security deposit interest rates. Ensure you are using the new lease, which is editable, available here. Review the […]
Six New Commercial Forms Added
This past week, we added six new commercial forms to the website. Available forms and contracts now include: Exclusive Representation Agreement Letter Broker to Broker Referral Form Commercial Letter of […]
September 2015 Market Snapshot [Infographic]
Check out C.A.R.’s September 2015 Market Snapshot for a quick recap of Chicago’s residential real estate activity! Access the rest of the month’s statistics over on FastStats (log-in required).