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NAR advocacy effort starts with Chicago REALTORS®

2025 REALTOR® Party Director Zeke Morris says the association’s lobbying efforts begin at the local level.

Pippion McGriff leads NAR’s push for broker-focused engagement, policy influence

National Association of REALTORS® Vice President of Association Engagement Nykea Pippion McGriff is working to strengthen ties with brokerages and local associations nationwide.

NAHB advocacy chief shares the fight for housing affordability

National Association of Home Builders Chief Advocacy Officer Ken Wingert likens his role to an “air traffic controller” and an “orchestra conductor” as he advocates for his organization’s causes in Washington.

Tech that works for agents: 4 REACH startups changing the game

From smarter offers to AI-powered tools and financial freedom — meet the REACH startups reshaping real estate.

Breaking into the luxury market starts with crafting a presence

Building a luxury real estate brand starts with a luxurious website, says Malte Kramer, founder and CEO of Luxury Presence.

How clients and companies benefit when brokerages and lenders partner up

Efficiency. Synergy. They’re business-world buzz words, but they mean a lot to lenders and real estate brokerages that create and maintain partnerships.

How does an agent become a top producer?

Chicago Agent asked some of Chicagoland’s top producers for their advice to other agents seeking to reach that status.

Clear Cooperation: Keep it, ditch it or reform it?

NAR signaled its intent to continue its Clear Cooperation policy, but the debate over the issue has not subsided. Brokerage leaders weigh in.

Testing free AI content generators for real estate

We tested three AI tools commonly used by real estate agents: ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini.

Why the time is right for 850 Lake Shore Drive

The Lake Shore Drive conversion project from Crescent Heights has something else besides location working in its favor: Timing.

The lending side of the second-home market

The second-home market remains strong in the Lake Geneva area, where Richard Honquest lives. The Preferred Rate VP explains that local knowledge is essential in helping clients secure a mortgage.

Riverwalk Partners: 27 equal partners and no disagreements

Even the closest business partners have occasional disputes. So how does Riverwalk Partners, a large team of 27 equal partners, avoid constant drama and disagreement?

Crafting a presence: Social media for (relative) beginners

You don’t need to be an influencer. However, every working agent should manage some type of social media presence, if only to demonstrate you’re still in business.

The county-specific data on Chicagoland luxury properties

MRED data from the first quarter of 2024 reveals a detailed look at the upper echelon of home sales across Chicagoland.

Don’t wait on the lending market to meet you

Wintrust Mortgage Senior Vice President, Regional Manager Tricia Brouwers shares her view on what loan officers should expect through the end of the year.

How Jeff Lowe remains at the top of his game

Jeff Lowe, of The Lowe Group with COMPASS, sat down with Chicago Agent to discuss how he maintains his place as one of the city’s top producers.

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