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It was another long and action-packed legislative week at the Capitol for your State Legislative Team. The House returned to action on Monday and the Senate followed suit the next day. Each session day this week saw long committee hearings and caucus discussions, with floor action being limited to procedural matters or issues needing extensive and elaborate floor debates.
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After a very short break and a week away from the Capitol, the House and Senate returned to Springfield for a full week of session. Each chamber began the process of introducing legislation that has previously passed in the opposite chamber. That means the House is now reviewing the Senate bills that have passed and been sent over for review and vice versa.
Thank you to the over 700 Illinois REALTORS® members that came down to Springfield and made our Capitol Conference a resounding success. The House and Senate were both in Springfield this week. Today was the deadline for Substantive Senate Bills to be moved to 3rd reading, heard on the Senate floor, and voted on, before having to duplicate the entire legislative process in the opposite chamber.
As a reminder to our members, the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) website provides additional guidance concerning source of income discrimination in relation to real estate transactions. The Illinois Human Rights Act was expanded [...]
REALTORS® are aware of just how competitive this industry is, but it should serve you well to keep these three words top of mind: Educate. Negotiate. Compete. Educate If you don’t know [...]
Written by Illinois REALTORS® Staff Illinois REALTORS® showcased what the state has to offer to potential international investors at the annual MIPIM property conference in Cannes, France earlier this year. [...]
Written by Matt Silver Fair housing is more important today than ever before and reflects the evolving societal and economic landscape that we find ourselves living in. Let’s start with DEI. [...]
Educate your buyers thoroughly First-time homebuyers don’t understand the process, and you need to guide them through everything, says Alejandro Rivera, broker/owner, RE/MAX Sauk Valley in Sterling. He has a list of questions to ask [...]
Additional Articles In This Issue NAR Settlement [...]
April is Fair Housing Month and to recognize this important time, your 2024 Illinois REALTORS® President Matt Silver writes about why efforts to improve diversity, equity and inclusion are so important to the industry. In this issue, you will find resources you need for your business following the NAR litigation settlement and guidance on source or income and immigration status protected classes. Plus, check out 11 ways to help your first-time homebuyers navigate today’s market and hear from Illinois REALTORS® who expanded their global reach at MIPIM.
Thank you to the over 700 Illinois REALTORS® members that came down to Springfield and made our Capitol Conference a resounding success. The House and Senate were both in Springfield this week. Today was the deadline for Substantive Senate Bills to be moved to 3rd reading, heard on the Senate floor, and voted on, before having to duplicate the entire legislative process in the opposite chamber.
Both the House and Senate returned to Springfield for two days of session following the primary election Tuesday night. Almost zero floor action took place in either chamber and all legislation being considered for this year is still being discussed and worked on in committee hearings.
Across the vibrant landscape of Illinois, a multitude of organizations are joining hands with Illinois REALTORS® to address pressing housing issues. From grassroots community groups to statewide advocacy coalitions, these partners bring a wealth of expertise, resources, and innovative [...]
Illinois REALTORS® is the only advocate for private property rights at the state Capitol in Springfield and in communities statewide. We stand for excellence in advocacy, education and ethics for real estate practitioners. One of Illinois’ largest trade associations, [...]
It is widely known that a thriving, healthy real estate market is essential to the state’s overall economy. The real estate industry contributes nearly $153 billion to the state’s economy, lures new business to Illinois and keeps families and [...]
Illinois REALTORS® have been advocating for private property rights and homeownership across the diverse landscapes of our state since 1916. From the bustling streets of Chicago to the historic neighborhoods of Springfield, the charming towns of Cairo in Southern [...]
Illinois REALTORS® is at the forefront of tackling housing issues in Illinois, collaborating with partners at both the state and local levels to enact meaningful change. From advocating for policies that promote affordable housing solutions to working closely with local [...]
Illinois grapples with a severe housing supply crisis amid a nationwide trend, where estimates suggest the shortage has surged to a staggering 7.2 million homes. Despite recent efforts, most areas in the state struggle with just 1-3 months' worth of [...]
Both the House and Senate returned to Springfield for two days of session following the primary election Tuesday night. Almost zero floor action took place in either chamber and all legislation being considered for this year is still being discussed and worked on in committee hearings.