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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.