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Setting the Record Straight on Chicago’s Housing Choice Voucher Program

Setting the Record Straight on Chicago’s Housing Choice Voucher Program Staff | April 23, 2026 Must Read Fair Housing The

Beyond Rental Assistance: How Housing Vouchers Can Build Homeownership in Chicago

Beyond Rental Assistance: How Housing Vouchers Can Build Homeownership in Chicago Staff | April 23, 2026 Must Read Fair Housing

March 2026 Market Snapshot

*The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. STATE OF […]

An Overlooked Resource for Chicago REALTORS®: The Cook County Land Bank

In Cook County, an organization is working to address vacant and underused properties across the region. While real estate agents often compete for a limited number of listings, the Cook […]

Introducing Our 2026-2027 Officers

We are excited to announce our 2026-2027 Officers!  President, Vicky SilvanoReal Broker LLC President-Elect, Erik SchwabCorcoran Urban Real Estate Treasurer, Gaspar Flores Jr.Su Familia Real Estate, Inc. These newly elected […]

Chicago REALTOR® Magazine

Chicago REALTOR® Magazine

Chicago REALTOR® Magazine is the only glossy, 4-color publication that covers the entire residential real estate market in Chicagoland.

Position Your Business Where Chicago REALTORS® Look: Join as an Affiliate by April 30

Reconnect with 16,000+ Chicago REALTORS® Through Affiliate Membership If your membership has lapsed, now is the perfect time to reconnect. Affiliate membership puts you back in front of a powerful […]

MRED Updates + Revised Forms & Contracts: What You Need To Know

Revised Forms & Contracts are Now Available following new MLS Listing Display Options. Last month, we announced that MRED was introducing new required listing fields which will impact how your […]

What You Need To Know: Arab American Heritage Month

April marks the celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month. We continue to celebrate the strength and diversity of our industry. Arab American Heritage Month is a time to recognize […]

Mastering Your Money: A YPN Breakfast Recap

Across the industry, REALTORS® are riding the financial rollercoaster of commission-based income. During our March YPN Breakfast, local experts shared their blueprint for budgeting success. Keep reading to unlock their […]

Kickstart Your Career in Commercial Real Estate: Expert Insights on Breaking In & Building Success

Breaking into commercial real estate can feel complex at first, but the path becomes clearer when you learn directly from professionals working in the field. At the CommercialForum event, Kickstart […]

February 2026 Market Snapshot

*The City of Chicago Market Snapshot represents the residential real estate activity within the 77 officially defined Chicago community areas as provided by the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. STATE OF […]