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During Black History Month we are hosting a conversation brining everyone to the table on where Black People fit into the agenda for the State of Illinois. We can all agree we love living in a diverse state open to everyone while at the same time acknowledging if you are not at the table, you are on the menu. This is not against any other culture, initiatives, nor movements, this is a genuine unified conversation of 4 US by US.

📣 State of Illinois Agenda for Black People
🗓️ Saturday, February 14th
🕐 10a – 12p (Breakfast is served at 9:30a)
📍 Maywood Masonic Temple - 200 S 5th Ave

REGISTER TODAY: bit.ly/blackillinois21426

In the State of Illinois for Black People
✅ We are 8x more likely to experience homelessness
✅ 78% of Black students are not proficient in Reading and 91% are not proficient in Math
✅ We are 7.1x more likely to be killed by Police
✅ We account for 56% of the prison population while only representing 14% of the states population
✅ More than 25% live below the poverty line
✅ Homeownership is 38.2% vs 75.3% for Whites
✅ There are less than 5% of State Contracts that go to Black-owned businesses

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✅ What policies are failing Black communities
✅ What must an Agenda for Black People in Illinois include

This meeting is to discuss current local, county, and state practices/policies while also exploring what future practices/policies that matter.

Hosted by members of the Illinois Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials, Illinois Legislative Black Caucus and more.

REGISTER TODAY: bit.ly/blackillinois21426

Thank you to Tips & Toes!!! The food was finger licking good!!! Thank you to Lee’s Unleaded Blues Club for providing an awesome space with great music!!! Thanks to our hosts: Victoria McClain, Tiffany Cooks Mlo, and Russell Linder Loan Officer for everything they do!! Stay tuned for more events to come!!!!

Minneapolis, Minnesota — we’re on the way! 🧥
Bundle up, bring the family and friends, and come be a part of something special.

📢 Black Men United & World Vision Present:

✨ FREE Community Giveaway ✨
📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 3131 19th Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Black Men United, alongside World Vision, invites the Minneapolis community to a powerful Free Community Giveaway rooted in service, compassion, and love for our neighbors.

This nationwide mission is about more than meeting needs—it’s about restoring dignity, renewing hope, and reminding families they are seen, valued, and supported.

💖 Together, we believe in faith, action, and a brighter future for all.

📣 Please share the flyer and help us spread the word throughout the community!

Please join us on January 31st for an awesome evening of vision. Food, drinks, and supplies are provided!!!

🚨 Unlock New Career Opportunities! 🚨

We invite you to join us for the BLACK MEN UNITED JOB FAIR on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, located at 4255 W. Division St., Chicago, IL 60651 (Downstairs Area).

This event is a unique opportunity to connect with leading employers, explore exciting job prospects, and gain valuable industry insights. Bally's Chicago Construction will be on-site, actively recruiting for both experienced construction professionals and eager newcomers. If you’re looking to take the next step in your career, this is the perfect chance to showcase your skills and make meaningful connections.

👔 Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
➡️ Repost and share this flyer with your network!

📞 For more information, contact:
Michelle Jefferson
Career Specialist
📱 312-662-9627
📧 [email protected]

Start 2025 with a career boost—take charge of your professional growth today! 🚀

Great Event!! Thank you to everyone who participated in our business social. We have other events coming up soon

Please join Black Men United’s Housing and Community Economics Department for a great business networking social on Saturday, November 9 from 4pm to 7pm at S.L Wine Bar.

Get information on business grants, loans, and certification.

4th Quarter Business Social Join us for the 4th Quarter Business Social - a networking event to connect, collaborate, and celebrate our successes!

🚨 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐏𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐁𝐔𝐘𝐄𝐑𝐒 🚨

‼️ 𝐄𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 17, TODAY‼️
All buyers looking to purchase any residential property MUST sign a “Buyer Representation Agreement” before walking into a property.

🏡 𝐂𝐀𝐍’𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐌𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐄?
Starting August 17th, no REALTOR will be able to unlock a door without you first signing the agreement. This is non-negotiable and is part of a legally binding settlement for all REALTORS.

📃 𝐖𝐚𝐢𝐭…𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐃𝐎 𝐈 𝐇𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐍?
The Buyer Representation Agreement is a contract between you, as the Buyer, and your REALTOR. It outlines the details of your relationship, roles and responsibilities, and the REALTOR’s compensation. The compensation/commission stated is the MAXIMUM amount your broker/agent can receive from the transaction.

💵 𝐒𝐎, 𝐁𝐔𝐘𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐇𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍?
Well, yes…but actually, maybe no…
The agreement states that the Buyer is responsible for commissions; however, there are situations where others, including the Seller or the Listing Broker, may cover this cost. Buyer’s agents will make every reasonable effort to attempt to get the seller to cover this cost during negotiations. Reach out to me if you have questions about your specific scenario.

📜 𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐃𝐈𝐃 𝐖𝐄 𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄?
Historically, Sellers paid the Listing Broker a commission, which was then shared with the Buyer’s Broker. However, this led to a misunderstanding that “The Seller pays the Buyer’s Agent,” which isn’t entirely accurate. This misconception resulted in a class-action lawsuit, driving these changes. With the new NAR settlement, Agents/Brokers cannot advertise ANY compensation via the MLS, meaning Buyer’s Agents aren’t guaranteed compensation like before.

🤔 𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐅 𝐈 𝐃𝐎𝐍’𝐓 𝐋𝐈𝐊𝐄 𝐌𝐘 𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐓? 𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐈 𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐀𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓?
The agreement will outline the termination process, so it’s crucial to interview and hire your Buyer Representation carefully.

📝 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬:
1️⃣ The length of the agreement is determined by you and your agent—it can be as short or as long as you both agree.
2️⃣ Keep in mind that specifics can vary from state to state, so be sure to clarify the terms before signing.

🤝 𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 & 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍👍
Choosing a professional REALTOR is more critical than ever to successfully closing on your next property purchase. With August 17th now here, a lot of changes are happening behind the scenes. This new rule with the Buyer Representation Agreement is just one aspect of the NAR settlement, which is rapidly changing the real estate industry nationwide. Be sure to talk to any potential agent about their knowledge of the new rules and process.

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