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Chicago Agent magazine stands out as the premier source of local news and insights for informed residential real estate professionals in the Chicago area. With its bi-weekly publication, a dynamic website, and various events, Chicago Agent delivers essential updates and comprehensive features to its audience, which includes the top agents, brokers, real estate developers, and mortgage professionals in Chicagoland. This valuable information helps them grow their businesses and stay engaged with the community. Moreover, Chicago Agent expands its content offerings through a range of additional formats, such as newsletters, special industry events, promotions, and blog articles. These diverse platforms provide advertisers with a powerful, effective way to foster business growth within a rich landscape of high-quality editorial content.

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Dior Real Estate affiliates with Century 21, becomes CENTURY 21 IMPACT

1 week ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | John Yellig

by John YelligDior Real Estate Group in South Chicago has affiliated with Century 21 Real Estate and will now do business as CENTURY 21 IMPACT. Broker/Owner Tuwanna Dennis established the multi-office brokerage in 2014, shortly after gaining her broker's license. She entered real estate in 2002 as a mortgage processor before becoming a licensed real estate agent in 2011. CENTURY 21 IMPACT serves homeowners and investors throughout Chicago, its suburbs and Northwest Indiana.
Kim and Katie Group enters Naples, Florida, with Premier Sotheby's affiliation

1 week ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | John Yellig

by John YelligThe Kim and Katie Group of Jameson Sotheby's International Realty has expanded its operations from Naperville to Naples, Florida, where it joined Premier Sotheby's International Realty. Founders Kim Marino and Katie Minott will work from Premier's Broad Avenue office. They will represent sales at several new Naples developments, including La Perle and Inlet Quay.
Three Chicago real estate vets join Jameson Sotheby's Lake Forest office

1 week ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | John Yellig

by John YelligJameson Sotheby's International Realty's Lake Forest office just brought on three real estate veterans with decades of experience between them. With over 22 years in the industry, 21 of those spent at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago (BHHS), Edie Love comes to Jameson Sotheby's with a wealth of experience and an eagerness to begin the next chapter of her career.
MRED, RMLS Alliance enter data-sharing partnership

2 weeks ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | John Yellig

by John YelligMidwest Real Estate Data ( MRED) and RMLS Alliance entered into a new data-sharing partnership that will provide real estate professionals access to listing and sold data across most of Illinois. The collaboration brings together two of the largest MLSs covering Illinois to create one of the most comprehensive real estate data networks in the Midwest. Almost 50,000 agents and brokers will now have access to a broader geography of listings.
Zillow prohibits privately-marketed listings, eXp commits to sharing within 24 hours

2 weeks ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | Emily Marek

by Emily MarekZillow will no longer allow listings that are privately marketed. The decision was made to discourage sellers from listing off-market, the company said in a press release. The change will take effect in May. "It's simple: sellers want exposure, and buyers deserve access," said Errol Samuelson, chief industry development officer at Zillow.
Real estate attorney Natalie Aguilar Glatz hangs shingle in Crystal Lake

2 weeks ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | John Yellig

by John YelligThe Law Office of Natalie Aguilar Glatz has opened in Crystal Lake, where it will provide real estate and estate-planning services. Led by veteran attorney Natalie Aguilar Glatz, the firm will help clients buy or sell homes, manage property or set up wills, trusts and powers of attorney. The law office also provides its services in Spanish. "We want to offer our clients a seamless experience when navigating real estate and estate-planning matters," Aguilar Glatz said.
Communicating clearly for business success

2 weeks ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | Amy Corr

by Amy CorrMy dad had a long career in the San Francisco Fire Department, and as he made his way up the ranks, he had to become comfortable talking to various members of the community and the media. Speaking in front of a large group did not come naturally to my dad, but out of necessity, he worked at it and eventually became a clear, confident speaker. My dad's experience compelled him to make sure his kids knew how to speak publicly - and do it well.
Rocket to acquire Mr. Cooper for $9.4 billion

3 weeks ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | John Yellig

by John YelligRocket Companies has reached an agreement to acquire mortgage-servicing giant Mr. Cooper Group Inc. for $9.4 billion in stock. The deal comes less than a month after Rocket, the parent of Rocket Mortgage and other residential real estate businesses, announced plans to take over Redfin for $1.75 billion in stock.
Over 90% of first-time sellers are driven by pandemic buying mistakes

1 month ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | Emily Marek

by Emily MarekFive years post-pandemic, an overwhelming majority of first-time sellers say pandemic buying mistakes are the main force driving them to reenter the housing market. Among homeowners who are selling (or sold) their first home in the past year, 79% say they made mistakes during the buying process, according to a survey from Opendoor. Furthermore, 91% of those sellers say those mistakes are a big factor in their decision to sell.
NAR: Existing-home sales rise in February; market 'flashing encouraging signs'

1 month ago | chicagoagentmagazine.com | John Yellig

by John Yellig Existing-home sales rose in February, as buyers slowly returned to the market to take advantage of more inventory and variety and despite elevated interest rates, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) said. Specifically, sales rose 4.2% from January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.26 million. Year over year, sales were down 1.2% from 4.33 million in February 2024.