Contents

Cover Story

How can the real estate industry get back to what it once was? Chicagoland agents, lenders and appraisers give us their two cents on how they think we can all help fix the industry. Read more!

Also…

Want to know what agents really want? Was asked a few Chicagoland agents for their top wishes when it comes to the industry that they wish would come true. Read it here!

Editor’s Note

• Focus on the Positive

News

• Housing Can’t be Fixed by Government, Says House Speaker Boehner
• NAR Raises Dues by $40

Improving Your Business

• How to Develop a Money-Making Short Sale Marketing Strategy

The Scene

• An Evening of Art and Philanthropy
• The Loft Condominiums at TRIO Broker Open House
• Gerald Fogelson Forum on Real Estate

By The Numbers

• When Does the Market See the Most Price Reductions?

Chicago Agent’s Survey Says

• What Do Readers Think is the Biggest Challenge in the Industry Today

Agent Snapshot

• Sharon Harding, Broker Associatem RE/MAX Destiny, Schaumburg

My Style

• Debbie Hymen, Broker, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Highland Park