In ‘shocker’ of a vote, Chicago transfer tax hike headed for defeat

The key policy item for first-term Mayor Brandon Johnson would have raised an estimated $100 million through a tax hike on real estate sales. Continue reading

Illinois Supreme Court says Chicago tax hike can move ahead

A fiscal watchdog also released a report warning that Chicago leaders may not have studied the issue thoroughly before putting it on the March 19 ballot. Continue reading

Chicago voters to decide whether to hike real estate transfer tax

Proponents said the measure would raise $100 million per year. Chicago Realtors said the tax was volatile and not a reliable funding stream. Continue reading

Carrie McCormick: Every home has a story. As agents, we need to tell it

Ahead of her stage appearance at Luxury Connect next month, @properties’ Carrie McCormick — Chicago’s No. 1 luxury broker — shared what buyers truly care about, the key to engaging storytelling and how to provide concierge service. Continue reading

Baird & Warner donates $150K towards coronavirus response

The Chicago-based brokerage is giving back to the community through its charitable arm Good Will Network. Continue reading

@properties loses more top talent to Compass in recruiting spree

One of @properties top teams, The MacPherson Westhoff Group has jumped to Compass as competition between the two brokerages heats up. Continue reading