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

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

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.

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?

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.

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

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

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.

Real estate mentorship works, but don’t take it from us. These three rising agents shared with Chicago Agent how their mentors have inspired them, helped them and set them up to succeed, even in this challenging housing market.

The Reed, the latest residential tower by developer Lendlease, is officially open for move-ins. Condos have begun closing, priced from the low $400,000s to $1.4 million.

Tommy Choi’s Facebook page is an industry gold mine: A hot spot for the latest real estate events, not only in Chicago, but also on the national stage. He’s always posting with a smile — and, sometimes, with advice.

Andrew Castillon cut his teeth in the real estate industry in team environments before moving on to launch his own team this year: The Lincoln Advisory Group.

When it comes to financing a new home, not everyone is ready for the first conversation. That’s what Bill Katsoolias has learned after nearly 30 years in the lending business.

TikTok has more than 150 million users in the United States, putting the social media app on par with Instagram and Facebook as a business tool to reach customers. That’s especially true in real estate.

What, exactly, counts as luxury in real estate? Jenny Ames, CEO and license partner at Engel & Völkers Chicago, has a unique view on the hot topic.

Jamie Franz, Bradley Rasof and Scott Schneiderman have been in the mortgage business for decades — and they’ve been friends for almost as long. Now, they’ve teamed up formally at CrossCountry Mortgage.