REALTOR Association of the Fox Valley

06/23/2026

✨ Major Investor Spotlight ✨

Thank you, Kimberly Morgan, for being an advocate for the real estate industry and protecting private property rights. We appreciate your continued support of REALTORS® and property owners!

06/22/2026

"NAR’s current forecast calls for existing-home sales to rise 4% this year, with the median home price also climbing 4%. Mortgage rates are projected to average 6.5% in 2026. Yun added that housing wealth accumulation will continue in 2026, with the typical homeowner gaining approximately $16,000 in wealth this year." 📈

At NAR’s 2026 Residential Economic Issues and Trends Forum, Chief Economist Lawrence Yun projected a 4% increase in home sales and prices, with mortgage rates averaging 6.5%. Homeowners are expected to gain $16,000 in wealth this year. Economists also highlighted active buyer segments and persiste...

06/22/2026

Here's what's happening this week at RAFV ⬇

➡ Register for the Lunch 'N Learn here:
https://members.rafv.realtor/ap/Events/Register/J5Fy2YKFJCzC3

06/19/2026

Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and honors freedom, resilience and progress.

At RAFV, we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel welcome, supported and empowered.

Happy Juneteenth from all of us at RAFV! 💛

06/18/2026

Read the National Association of REALTORS® Chief Economist Lawrence Yun's instant reaction to this week's Fed announcement ⬇️

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06/18/2026

Together, we can make a difference 💙

This summer, RAFV is proud to partner with Mutual Ground to support individuals and families in our community during times of crisis and transition.

The need is significant. Each year, Mutual Ground:
🌟 Provides emergency shelter for thousands of women and children
🌟 Delivers more than 17,900 hours of counseling and advocacy services
🌟 Responds to more than 1,500 crisis hotline calls every month

From June through September, RAFV members have an opportunity to help meet some of these ongoing needs through donations of essential household items, school supplies, backpacks, and other requested items.

You can help by:
📍 Dropping off items at the RAFV office or a participating brokerage site

📦 Shopping our Amazon Wishlist:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2QRALGQJTTL5Y?ref_=wl_share

📋 View the current monthly collection focus, needed items, collection locations, and campaign updates:
https://rafv.realtor/community-outreach-2026/

Every donation helps make a difference. Thank you for supporting our community! 🏡

06/17/2026

✨ Major Investor Spotlight ✨

Thank you, Mark Coleman, for being an advocate for the real estate industry and protecting private property rights. We appreciate your continued support of REALTORS® and property owners!

06/16/2026

Stay alert! ⚠️

Scammers are targeting REALTORS® through Zoom by posing as potential buyers in an attempt to gain access to members' digital systems.

Illinois Realtors Legal Hotline Attorney Vicki Munson shares what to watch for and how to protect yourself from these scams ⬇

Legal Hotline Attorney Vicki Munson warns of scams targeting REALTORS® through the Zoom virtual meeting platform with scammers posing as potential buyers in an attempt to access members' digital systems.

06/16/2026

This summer, RAFV is proud to partner with Mutual Ground to support individuals and families in our community during times of crisis and transition.

The need is significant. Each year, Mutual Ground:
🌟 Provides emergency shelter for thousands of women and children
🌟 Delivers more than 17,900 hours of counseling and advocacy services
🌟 Responds to more than 1,500 crisis hotline calls every month

From June through September, RAFV members have an opportunity to help meet some of these ongoing needs through donations of essential household items, school supplies, backpacks, and other requested items.

You can help by:
📍 Dropping off items at the RAFV office or a participating brokerage site

📦 Shopping our Amazon Wishlist:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2QRALGQJTTL5Y?ref_=wl_share

📋 View the current monthly collection focus, needed items, collection locations, and campaign updates:
https://rafv.realtor/community-outreach-2026/

Every donation helps make a difference. Thank you for supporting our community! 💙

06/15/2026

This Thursday kicks off our National Homeownership Month Lunch 'N Learn series! 🏡

Join us for one or both of these valuable sessions:

🌟 June 18 at 12 PM: Financing for Residential Investment Properties
🌟 June 23 at 12 PM: Removing the Mystery of Appraisal Adjustments

📍RAFV Office, 406 Surrey Woods Drive, St. Charles, IL

Register at https://members.rafv.realtor/event-calendar