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Frank Lloyd round

This 2,553-square-foot home in Phoenix is not a piece of history solely because it was designed by world-renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, but also because it was designed for Wright’s own son and daughter-in-law, David and Gladys Wright.

Housing with a pioneer spirit

This fully functional 2-bedroom, historic log cabin, built circa 1927-1929 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, would make Abe Lincoln proud.

CAR slams Trump in statement on race in real estate

The Chicago Association of Realtors also offered ideas for how its members can dismantle racism and inequality in real estate.

Economists predict rally after deep Q2 dive

The U.S. economy suffered a titanic plunge in the second quarter, although economic activity is expected to increase in the third quarter.

Report finds rise in consumer finance complaints during pandemic

The number of financial complaints filed by consumers with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has risen dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an analysis by LendEDU.

Chicago ranked 29th most expensive city for housing

RealtyHop asks whether homeownership is affordable for the average family. See how Chicago did.

Two months in a row for improved pending home sales

Contract activity up over last year “remarkable,” according to NAR chief economist.

Consumer confidence takes hit from COVID-19 resurgence

Optimism is waning across the country, especially in states where the coronavirus is spiking, according to a new report.

1031 exchanges back on the chopping block in 2020 election

As the presidential election season moves into full swing, a popular tax mechanism for real estate investors has found its way into the crosshairs.

More housing assistance funds on deck; council targets Woodlawn gentrification, short-term rentals and tenants’ rights

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced more money and a new web portal for those hurt by COVID-19 shutdowns. Plus, the Chicago City Council introduced multiple ordinances that will impact residential sales and leasing in the city.

Newly pending sales in Chicago up 14.9% in mid-July

Zillow reports that homes typically went under contract in two weeks.

The new pandemic escapism is online home shopping

Now might be a good time for brokers to make sure their online assets are in order, according to a new report from Today.

Sales down in Chicagoland, but contract activity up sharply

The data indicates that next month’s existing-home sales report will likely be much brighter.

NAHB pushes expanded relief to address housing priorities

In a letter sent to Congress, the National Association of Home Builders recently called for an expansion of the Paycheck Protection Program, rental assistance and other measures to rebuild the economy through support for the housing industry.

Realtor.com: Chicago housing recovery continues

It’s still a seller’s market as buyers extend the spring shopping season into summer, according to Realtor.com chief economist Danielle Hale.

New guide helps community associations navigate reopening during COVID-19

The Community Associations Institute has released detailed safety guidelines for homeowner associations grappling with how to reopen amidst pandemic concerns.

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