Midwest Real Estate Data moves to abandon NAR membership requirement March 18, 2026 by bp56691 Under the change approved Monday, partner groups would have the option to offer MLS access to licensed agents who are not Realtors.
Baird & Warner launches AI social media assistant March 3, 2026 by bp56691 Agents can upload photos, videos and links or allow the system to suggest content by scanning local news and MLS data.
Illinois bill targets private real estate listings with new disclosure rules February 5, 2026 by bp56691 A new Illinois bill would require most home listings to be advertised online within one day unless sellers opt out.
RMLS Alliance becomes Broker Public Portal shareholder, expands reach via Cribio December 29, 2025 by bp56691 RMLS Alliance joins Broker Public Portal as a shareholder, making the listings for 1,600 agents available on Cribio in Illinois.
Why Springfield homes sell faster than Illinois average November 6, 2025 by bp56691 With fast days on market, affordable homes and low inventory supply, see why sellers in the Springfield housing market are cutting prices.
Decatur homes sell twice as fast as national average November 5, 2025 by bp56691 Homes in Decatur sell in 35 days, twice as fast as the U.S. average, with prices up 17.8% year over year but still far below national levels.
Illinois offers affordable entry points for first-time buyers October 8, 2025 by bp56691 Illinois remains more affordable than the U.S. median as price reductions and steady absorption create openings for first-time buyers.
In Chicago, a reverse mortgage scammer left a lasting scar June 13, 2025 by bp56691 Mark Diamond was sentenced to 17 years in prison for his crimes against elderly homeowners, but the damage in Chicago is still visible.
Keller Williams lands new affiliate in Illinois April 24, 2025 by bp56691 Keller Williams Premiere Properties welcomed Illinois-based PRG Group to the fold, adding 20 agents to the brokerage.
Former executive sues Appraisal Institute, alleging wrongful termination March 31, 2025 by bp56691 A former Appraisal Institute executive is suing after she was allegedly fired for pushing back against incorrect exam results.