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Advocacy

Advocacy REALTOR® Action Center The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and the Illinois REALTORS® track the issues most vital to our industry and provide the REALTOR® Action center as a means for you to voice your opinion. Active REALTORS® receive e-mail campaigns asking for help on certain issues affecting real estate.  This usually means simply…

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CE Lookup

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Continuing Education

Continuing Education SIBR offers a variety of continuing education (CE) courses to meet your needs Below are the links to continuing education courses that are currently offered by SIBR : Looking for the 75 Hour Real Estate Pre-License course? Click Here Continuing Education SIBR CE Calendar Continuing Education Online CE Options Broker License Renewal Deadline…

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Pre-License Classes

Pre-License Classes Under Considering Career in Real Estate? Thinking about a career in real estate? The Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS® offers comprehensive pre-license classes to help you take the first steps toward becoming a licensed REALTOR®. Our expert-led courses provide the knowledge and tools you need to pass the licensing exam and build a…

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Ombudsman Program

Ombudsman Program What is the Illinois REALTORS® Ombudsman Program? The Ombudsman Program is a structured communication and problem-solving service available to consumers and members of the Illinois REALTORS® throughout the state to address complaints and questions that may be ethical, transactional, technical and procedural in nature. Real estate transactions can be complex. For members of…

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File a complaint- Code of Ethics

File a complaint- Code of Ethics Did you know? Not all real estate licensees are REALTORS®. A REALTOR® is a real estate licensee who had chosen to take an extra step toward professionalism and high ethical standards by joining the local, state and national Associations of REALTORS®. And while all licensees must follow licensing laws,…

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Mediation / Arbitration

Mediation / Arbitration Dispute Resolution Process for Buyers and Sellers As part of the Dispute Resolution System (DRS), the Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS® provides buyers and sellers with support options for resolving disputes that may arise during real estate transactions based on language found in real estate contracts. Depending on the situation an individual…

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Why use a REALTOR®

Why Use a REALTOR®?  Buying or selling a home is one of the most important decisions you’ll make—and having the right professional by your side makes all the difference. REALTORS® with the Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS® (SIBR) are more than licensed agents. They’re local experts, trusted advisors, and members of the National Association of…

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Industry Links

Industry Links Welcome to our Industry Links page — a curated hub of trusted resources and organizations designed to keep you informed, connected, and empowered in the world of real estate. Whether you’re seeking professional development, market insights, or tools to enhance your business, these links provide direct access to the information you need to…

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Committees

Committees Here at the Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS®, our committees play a crucial role in supporting our mission and upholding the standards of the real estate profession in our community. Below is a list of our active committees and our dedicated members: Affordable Housing Committee 2025 Celeste Wheeler – ChairClemmescia Jackson – MemberEthel Shanklin…

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