REALTORS® Real Estate School

This bundle includes the two courses that are required for all members applying for REALTOR® membership for the first time OR reinstating membership after being inactive for more than 1 year. New Member Orientation New Member Code of Ethics Training   The New Member Orientation program provides an introduction into what it means to be a Chicago REALTOR®.  In addition to learning all things REALTOR® related, you'll also learn how to conduct yourself professionally and ethically; covering topics from Fair Housing and Anti-trust, to the MLS and business tools. Complete this training to discover how your membership works for you!   The New Member Code of Ethics Training includes: A History of the Code of Ethics Different Types of Complaints Enforcement and Procedural Process of Complaints Overview of all 17 Articles in the Code of Ethics Case Studies and Practical Application Triennial Code of Ethics Requirement   After your New Member Code of Ethics training, a renewal training on the Code of Ethics will be required every 3 years. This is referred to as your Triennial Code of Ethics training. NOTE: This is an online, self-paced course. There is no live instructor, and you may save your progress after each module. New members have 90 days from their join date to complete this training. A certificate of completion will be provided upon successful completion. You will have access to this course for 1 year after enrollment should you wish to revisit any modules or content. Read more

This comprehensive course covers a range of essential topics for real estate professionals. By the end of the course, learners will have gained a comprehensive understanding of these objectives, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in real estate transactions and property management.   By purchasing this course, you acknowledge and accept CAR's school policies. Click here to view the school policies.   Read more

In this comprehensive course you will gain essential knowledge and skills in Illinois real estate. Explore topics such as brokerage practices, agency relationships, effective advertising strategies, tax considerations, and the qualities of a successful real estate professional. Develop a deep understanding of the local market dynamics and enhance your ability to make ethical choices in challenging situations.   By purchasing this course, you acknowledge and accept CAR's school policies. Click here to view the school policies.   Read more

In this comprehensive course gain valuable insights into the principles of fair housing, ensuring compliance throughout real estate transactions. Explore fair housing issues that can arise at various stages of a transaction and stay up-to-date with recent administrative decisions and cases. Understand the importance of antitrust awareness to maintain a competitive and ethical brokerage environment. Learn about disclosure obligations, including the necessary information that must be provided to clients. Enhance your knowledge of sexual harassment prevention, transaction handling, safety considerations, and the disciplinary measures that can affect real estate licensees. By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and skills to navigate these important aspects of the real estate industry with professionalism and legal compliance.   By purchasing this course, you acknowledge and accept CAR's school policies. Click here to view the school policies.   Read more

This course enables the real estate broker to understand the relationships formed between the sponsoring broker, the sponsored licensee and members of the public.  It addresses the professional, legal interactions of brokerage relationships as well as the ethical and practical aspects. This course is required curriculum needed for successful completion of continuing education prior to renewing Illinois-specific Broker and Managing Broker licenses.   Topics covered include: Illinois license law, grounds for disciplinary action and the responsibilities of brokerage and brokerage relationships, including the handling of escrow and transaction documents.  Fair Housing issues are addressed from the standpoint of the evolution of protectionary laws and the duties and restrictions by which brokerages, licensees, landlords, tenants, sellers and buyers are governed.  Advertising in real estate is explained in terms of what is required by law in not only the advertisements themselves, but also the laws governing the development and placement of ads.   *Required 6 Hour CORE Continuing Education Read more

The required 75 hours of Pre-Licensing is broken up into two parts: the 60 Hour Broker Pre-License Topics course and the 15 Hour Applied Real Estate Principles, interactive course. This course satisfies the 75 hour broker licensing requirement.  The 60-Hour Broker Pre-License Topics course is the first step on your journey to becoming a broker! Regardless of which type of course you choose, the content includes: license law, real property, agency, financing, marketing ​&​ advertising, contract knowledge, buyer ​&​ seller relationships ​&​ counseling, state ​&​ federal laws and real estate transactions. The 15 Hour Applied Broker Principles course is an interactive class with “real world” examples, role play and answers to “what if” scenarios.   By purchasing this course, you acknowledge and accept CAR's school policies. Click here to view the school policies.    Read more