$2,300,000 Co-op commission 3% -$150 This single-family, environmentally friendly home built by Archimage features a naturally ventilating architectural design, high-performance thermal design and advanced mechanical system. The three-story exterior is made of imestone, brick, granite and copper. The ground

For one real estate professional, becoming less independent was the first step to a better life – and a more profitable business. By K.K. Snyder Though the real estate industry can be highly competitive, some professionals are finding great

By Ginger Downs, RCE, CAE, IOM Chief Executive Officer Chicago Association of Realtors While the nationwide real estate market has had a down year, it is important for both industry professionals and consumers to evaluate local markets individually. We

2307 N. James Court, Arlington Heights $1,174,999 Co-op commission 2.5 -$150 + $1,000 Floor-to-ceiling windows line this new two-story house with attached three-plus car garage. This home features a natural flow floor plan with vaulted ceilings. Carpet lines four

Prudential Preferred Properties Hires Stein Prudential Preferred Properties (PPP) has named Chicago-area residential sales leader Leslie Stein senior VP and manager of its Northbrook office. Stein, a Northbrook resident, came to PPP from the same post at Coldwell Banker.

CAR Inducts Members into Hall of Fame The board of directors for the Chicago Association of Realtors has inducted two new members into its hall of fame. Joel M. Carlins, Founder and President of Magellan Development Group and William

Donna Sattler, RE/MAX, Rolling Meadows Some of the unprofessional things I have witnessed are agents not filling out the purchase contract completely, leaving blanks and not knowing or understanding what it says and agents who show homes and leave

1171 Book Road, Naperville $459,000 Co-op commission 2.5 -$100 This single-family home sits on a professionally landscaped lot with mature trees. Carpet lines the four bedrooms on the second floor while hardwood flooring runs through the common space on

1815 N. Halsted St., Lincoln Park, Chicago $2,300,000 Co-op commission 3% -$150 This single-family, environmentally friendly home built by Archimage features a naturally ventilating architectural design, high-performance thermal design and advanced mechanical system. The three-story exterior is made of

Century 21 Kreuser & Seiler Sales Up Libertyville-based CENTURY 21 Kreuser and Seiler reported under contract unit sales up 9% in the first half of 2007 compared to the same period in 2006. Dollar volume (sum of sale prices)

4341 Washington St., Downers Grove $789,900 Co-op commission 2.5% -125 Situated on a wooded lot in Downers Grove, this five bedroom, three bathroom home features a two-story foyer entryway and a family room on the main level with a

Snyder Joins McElroy Associates Sara Snyder has been named senior account supervisor at McElroy Associates, a boutique public relations, marketing and public policy firm based in downtown Naperville. Snyder was most recently associate managing editor for the Naperville Sun

Teaming Up For one real estate professional, becoming less independent was the first step to a better life – and a more profitable business. By K.K. Snyder Though the real estate industry can be highly competitive, some professionals are

849 Franklin #1504, River North, Chicago $1,000,000 Co-op commission 2.5% -125 Located within Parc Chestnut, this 15th-floor, three-bedroom, three-bathroom corner unit penthouse features wraparound windows with views of both the skyline and lake. The master suite has a whirlpool,

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$629,900 Co-op commission 2.5% -$100 Surrounded by a landscaped and fenced yard, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom, renovated home features a master suite with two walk-in closets, remodeled bathrooms and an English basement with the option of a fourth bedroom. The