The more you know, the more prepared you will be for a successful career in real estate!

Legal News - IAR Legal Hotline Q & A, do-not-call, minimum services, agency, CAN-SPAM and more.

Government Affairs - Learn about the issues that affect your livelihood and your rights as a homeowner with issue updates, talking points, local government, calls to action and more.

Publications - Keeping you informed is the priority of the Association.

• The quarterly Illinois REALTOR magazine is IAR's award-winning flagship publication and offers news and information specific to real estate professionals in Illinois.
• The Illinois REALTOR Weekly Connection offers industry news, tech tips and more, and is e-mailed to you every week.

REALTOR Safety - If you are new to real estate, you may not be aware of these necessary safety precautions.

IAR Committees - The best way to learn about the profession is to get involved! Learn more about IAR committees, statement of policy and bylaws.

Resources to Download

Find the resources for your every-day business operations, including free contracts and forms, manuals, brochures and REALTOR® logos.

• Form and Brochures

• REALTOR® Trademark and Logo Downloads

Products and Services

• IAR REALTOR® Store - Purchase forms in pad format, brochures and manuals for office operations, continuing education and accessories such as window stickers, REALTOR® pins and more.

• Member Discounts - Discounts on such vital services as insurance, car rental, technology, Web hosting, closing gifts and more.

Continuing Education

Real estate salespersons are required by the Illinois Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation to take 12 hours of approved continuing education every two years. Likewise, licensees are required to apply for a license renewal every two years.

• Continuing Education Courses - Classroom, online and home study

• Ill. Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation - Licensing division for Illinois

More Education

• Graduate REALTOR® Institute - GRI Designation 
  Earn your GRI for increased professionalism, education and more!

• Designations
  Designations acknowledge experience and expertise in various real estate sectors. Continue your commitment to continuing education.

• Ethics Training
  NAR requires quadrennial ethics training under two schedules, depending on when NAR membership began.

• Equal Opportunity and Fair Housing

• Professional Standards and Ethics