Love them or hate them, you can hardly function in this industry without being a member of a local Realtor association to gain access to the multiple listing service of Northern Illinois (MLSNI). But while some agents decry the

Welcome to Chicago Agent’s Spring New Construction Issue. This season’s listings include tons of single-family homes, condominiums, duplexes, rowhomes, townhomes and almost anything else your clients can imagine. We’ve brought you listings from Bourbonnais to Elgin, and have touched

Most real estate agents with any amount of ambition strive to reach the level of top producer, but it isn’t easy, especially in a competitive market like Chicagoland. Rising to those ranks takes hard work, perseverance and integrity, but

For our 100th issue, we got in touch with some of the biggest names in development around the country. We checked in with developers in hot markets like Atlanta, Las Vegas, Miami and Phoenix and we found interesting information

Short Sales and Foreclosures While some sit around and complain that the real estate industry is suffering from a down market, others seek out an entirely new way to prosper by focusing on segments of the industry that are

From loan delinquencies to a weakened housing market, the mortgage industry experienced numerous challenges in 2007 and has moved toward more conservative lending practices as a result. Wading through the current mortgage situation might pose as a challenge to

Words of advice from an industry veteran By Alan Lev We all know that 2007 was tough, but we also know the pendulum will swing back; it always does. Success is determined largely by attitude. If you think you

Words of advice from an industry veteran By Alan Lev We all know that 2007 was tough, but we also know the pendulum will swing back; it always does. Success is determined largely by attitude. If you think you

Another year has ticked by and a fresh start is right at our fingertips. While 2007 proved challenging to some in the industry, others pushed forward with even more determination for success. What can you do in 2008 to

For our third annual Managing Broker’s issue, Chicago Agent found 13 of the most happening places to work in the Chicagoland area. These real estate offices in both the city and the suburbs have discovered how to be fun

Chicagoland’s Most Exciting Offices 2007 For our third annual Managing Broker’s issue, Chicago Agent found 13 of the most happening places to work in the Chicagoland area. These real estate offices in both the city and the suburbs have

The people have spoken, and this is what they have to say: the following 17 companies are the best of the best in the Chicago real estate industry. Chicago Agent’s second annual Agents’ Choice Awards survey winners were selected

2007 Agents’ Choice Awards The people have spoken, and this is what they have to say: the following 17 companies are the best of the best in the Chicago real estate industry. Chicago Agent’s second annual Agents’ Choice Awards

Chicago Building Must-Haves From exotic wood to custom laundry rooms, details are all the rage in Chicagoland. One developer insists that a condo can’t sell without a balcony, and everyone can spot international influences. Open space, simplicity and technology

Keeping it Current Chicago Building Must-Haves From exotic wood to custom laundry rooms, details are all the rage in Chicagoland. One developer insists that a condo can’t sell without a balcony, and everyone can spot international influences. Open space,

Lockboxes seem like harmless, inanimate objects. However, mere mention of the subject can cause sparks to fly among industry professionals. Some agents associate the terms “lazy” and “unprofessional” with lockboxes, while others see the lockbox as a source of