The Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS® (SIBR) hosted its annual Celebration of SIBR Awards. Held on February 29, 2024 at the Forever After Banquet Hall in Pontoon Beach, Illinois. This event gathered over 220 of its members for an afternoon dedicated to honoring exceptional individuals nominated by their peers. These individuals were recognized for their […]
Embark on a transformative journey into real estate excellence with the Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS® Training Center’s highly anticipated 75-hour pre-license real estate course this winter. Commencing on January 6, 2024, from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, and concluding on March 9, 2024, this essential course will be hosted at the prestigious Southwestern Illinois
Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS® is proud to announce the success of its recent Annual Membership Meeting & Installation held at the Four Points by Sheraton in Fairview Heights on Thursday, September 28, 2023. The event marked a significant milestone for the organization as it celebrated achievements, welcomed new leadership, and expressed gratitude to outgoing
The Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS (SIBR) hosted a Golf Tournament filled with fun, games, and patriotism on September 11, 2023, at the Belk Golf Course in Woodriver, Illinois. The event drew over 135 participants, including golfers and sponsors, for a day of friendly competition and community support. The tournament, themed “Red, White, and Blue,”
PROPOSED BYLAWS CHANGES As we work towards establishing the new Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS®, we are thoroughly examining the policies and procedures, including the bylaws, to ensure they are optimal for the association’s operations. During this process, we have identified certain aspects that require revision and have proposed some changes that we believe would
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Whether it’s getting a mortgage, choosing a real estate agent, shopping for a home, or making a down payment, we lay out the must-knows of buying for the first time. Click Here to Read Full Article
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Purchasing your first home in this market isn’t easy, but these determined buyers are up for the challenge. Click to watch all 3 Seasons
The power of the REALTOR® voice was heard loud and clear. HB 2217 (Tenant Radon) With no agreement in place we sent out a Call for Action to members urging a “No” vote. Click Here to listen to the Podcast and learn more
REALTOR® Advocacy at Work! Read More »
In order to understand how real estate compensation is paid, it’s necessary to first understand the tool used in the vast majority of all home purchases: a Multiple Listing Service. Click to learn more
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“Home sales are trying to recover and are highly sensitive to changes in mortgage rates,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. “Yet, at the same time, multiple offers on starter homes are quite common, implying more supply is needed to fully satisfy demand. It’s a unique housing market.” Click Here to Read More
Existing-Home Sales Slid 2.4% in March Read More »
Southwestern Illinois Board of Realtors® is one of the area’s top REALTOR® Associations, we represent over 1,800 real estate industry professionals . We put member and stakeholder satisfaction first so that we can focus on advocacy, professional development, and community engagement.
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