CommercialForum: Kickstart Your Career in Commercial Real Estate

Join CommercialForum for an immersive session designed to jumpstart your career in commercial real estate. This program provides a clear, practical overview of the industry, offering insights across key sectors and career pathways.

We are proud to partner with CCIM at this event!

You can expect to:

• Learn essential financial concepts, including P&L analysis, cap rates and the 5 C’s of credit—critical tools lenders use to evaluate deals.

• Explore tax strategies like 1031 exchanges to make informed investment decisions.

• Hear updates on public policy and legislative developments that impact the industry.

• Gain firsthand guidance from a career panel featuring industry professionals, who will share practical advice for entering and advancing in the field.

Whether you’re considering a career in commercial real estate or looking to strengthen your foundational knowledge, this session equips you with the tools and insights to take your next steps with confidence.

Space is limited. Please click here for more information on Chicago REALTORS® event attendance and cancellation policy. A limited quantity of on-site registrations will be accepted, pending availability.

By registering to participate in this event, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes, including but not limited to news, publicity and fundraising purposes, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association.

Professional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy.

The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (Chicago REALTORS®) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all Chicago REALTORS® events. Do you require special accommodation? If so, please identify any special accommodation by emailing [email protected] at least one week prior to the event date.

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