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 […]

Deena Zimmerman Honored with National Commercial Achievement Award by NAR

Each year, NAR honors Commercial REALTORS® for their exceptional service and contributions. One of this year’s honorees is Chicago REALTOR® Deena Zimmerman, SVN Chicago Commercial. View the full list of […]

Global Real Estate Council Receives NAR’s Platinum Global Achievement Program Award For Fourth Year Running

The Global Real Estate Council has received the NAR 2021 Platinum Global Achievement Program Award for the fourth year in a row! The award is given to a council that […]

Congratulations to Chicago REALTORS® Appointed As National Association of REALTORS® Directors

Congratulations to the following members who have been appointed as National Association of REALTORS® Directors: Tommy Choi, Keller Williams ONEChicago Antje Gehrken, A.R.E. Partners Marki Lemons Ryhal, EXIT Strategy Realty […]

Congratulations to Chicago REALTORS® Appointed As NAR Committee Leaders

Congratulations to the following members and leadership who have been appointed as NAR committee leaders: Mabél Guzmán, Coldwell Banker Realty, Chair, Insurance Committee Carrie Little, CarMarc Realty Group, Vice Chair, […]

NAR’s New Report States Foreign Sales of U.S. Properties Declined Last Year

The National Association of REALTORS® just released their 2021 International Transactions in U.S. Residential Real Estate Report. The annual report, which includes data from April 2020 to March 2021, showed […]

Spring 2021: President’s Perspective

When I began my real estate career, I quickly realized the importance advocacy plays in our industry — and it’s now one of the things I’m most passionate about. In […]

NAR Code of Ethics Change Regarding Hate Speech: What You Need To Know

NAR’s Board of Directors approved a change to Article 10 of the Code of Ethics on November 13, 2020, making it a violation for REALTORS® to use harassing or hate […]

NAR Launches New Fair Housing Simulation Training

As real estate professionals, we have power.  Will we act as trusted guides who help clients and communities flourish, or will we lock people out of the benefits of homeownership? This week, […]

NAR and AARP Announce Partnership To Serve Senior Clients

On Monday, November 16, NAR and AARP announced a collaboration integrating AARP’s Livability Index data into NAR’s REALTOR® Property Resource® website and app. The Livability Index offers insight into aspects […]

NAR Releases the 2020 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers

Last week, NAR released the 2020 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. This report discusses demographics, preferences and experiences of buyers and sellers across America. This year’s report highlights the […]

NAR Board of Directors Passes Code of Ethics Change Regarding Hate Speech

On Friday, November 13, NAR’s Board of Directors voted in favor of a motion presented by the Professional Standards Committee to make it a violation for REALTORS® to use harassing […]