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Chicagoland detached-home sales post first gain since February

The median-sale price of suburban Chicago homes continued to rise in June. 

RE/MAX: Chicago leads US for June home sales

Nationally, home sales rose 5.7% year over year and 1.3% month over month, RE/MAX said. 

10 Illinois cities named among 250 best places to live in US

Ten Illinois cities have earned a spot on U.S. News & World Report’s latest ranking of the 250 Best Places to Live in the U.S. for 2025–2026.

Lending veteran Brad Rasof returns to Rate after 2 years at CrossCountry Mortgage

The loan officer originated almost $30 million in mortgages last year. 

Keefe & Associates unveils new brand and vision for the future

Keefe & Associates is turning the page on a new chapter while honoring more than eight decades of legacy. Keefe is reaffirming its presence with a new brand identity, a revitalized mission and the launch of Keefe.com — a modern platform designed to reflect the values and versatility that define the Keefe name.

Hinsdale, Lake Forest and Wilmette land on America’s 50 wealthiest suburbs list

Three Chicago suburbs have secured spots on a new list of the 50 wealthiest in the United States, highlighting the region’s enduring affluence and desirability.

Banner Real Estate breaks ground on The Faywell multifamily community in downtown Wheaton

Banner Real Estate Group broke ground on The Faywell, a 334-unit multifamily community in downtown Wheaton, after nearly five years of development.

Kayne Anderson and JDL Development acquire Lincoln Yards North, rebrand as Foundry Park

Kayne Anderson Real Estate and JDL Development have acquired the development site at 2001 North Southport Ave. — also known as Lincoln Yards North — to be rebranded as the Foundry Park residential community.  

First modular homes under Cook County pilot homeownership program completed

The residences are located on the 800 block of North Homan Avenue in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood.

Kari Wilson

“Be consistent, work hard, be kind, and stay humble.” — Kari Wilson, Team Leader, Real Broker, Naperville and Bartlett

NAR advocacy effort starts with Chicago REALTORS®

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

Chicago Housing Scorecard: Starts and inventory continue to rise

Chicago’s housing inventory continues to rise, thanks in part to a boost in new-home construction in the market.

MRED partners with Iowa-based Quad City Area REALTORS®

MRED’s MLS network now comprises 16 Realtor associations. 

Matthew Fuhrman

“Build a relationship with a mentor. Be proactive, listen and learn.” — Matthew Fuhrman, Licensed Real Estate Broker, eXp Realty Chicago and eXp Realty Southwest Florida

Baird & Warner acquires Dream Town

Baird & Warner has acquired Dream Town, which will now represent a combined entity of almost 3,000 agents, loan officers and staff.

Frankfort multifamily community sells for $1.6 million

The sales price represents the highest price per unit ever recorded for an apartment property of at least six units in Frankfort. 

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