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DAAR Members Appointed to National and State Association Posts
November 11, 2019
Congratulations to the following DAAR REALTOR® members and staff appointed to various committees and leadership positions within the National Association of REALTORS® and Virginia REALTORS® for 2020! Your service is very much appreciated. National Association of REALTORS® Brad Boland, Keller Williams Dulles, Board of Directors, Business Issues Policy Committee and RPAC Major Investor Council Beckwith […]
NVAR Standard Forms Changes Effective December 1, 2019; Attend Class on 1/06
October 31, 2019
You’re invited to learn about updates to NVAR Standard Forms, effective December 1st, 2019, on Monday, January 6, 2020, 10AM-12PM, DAAR, Ashburn. Changes to the forms are earlier due to the Bright Off MLS policy and POA statute related changes. Featured speaker Keith Barrett, Esq, Vesta Settlements, will review and answer key questions regarding the […]
Everyone Counts! Take Part in the 2020 Census
October 30, 2019
Every ten years, the United States Census Bureau conducts a count of everyone in our nation. The next census will begin in the spring of 2020. It is important that Loudoun County receives an accurate count of our residents because so many things that matter to this area are determined by the census. The people […]
5 Things to Know About the Bright Off-MLS Policy
October 30, 2019
In order to help answer questions on the new Off-MLS policy, Bright MLS put together additional resources including an infographic and video with their Vice President of Customer Support and Training, Mike DelGaudio. 5 things to know about the Bright Off-MLS Policy 1. All listings must be entered within one business day of public advertising. You […]
President’s Page: Thank You for Your Feedback on Bright MLS Off-MLS Policy
October 28, 2019
On October 3rd, we shared with you in our weekly newsletter that the National Association of REALTORS® was seeking input from members requiring brokers to share listings with other brokers in the MLS. On October 16th, we received official notification that Bright MLS announced a new policy requiring agents to submit a listing within 1 business […]
Use Your Voice and Cast Your Vote in the 11/5 Elections
October 25, 2019
Did you know that almost 70% of REALTORS® in Loudoun County voted in the 2018 elections? Imagine the impact in Loudoun County if 100% of REALTORS® voted in the November 5th elections. Use Your Voice and Cast Your Vote! The General Election will be held in Loudoun County on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. On the […]
Let Us Know How the New Bright Off-MLS Policy Impacts Your Business
October 19, 2019
Bright MLS announced a new policy on Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 that requires submitting a listing within 1 business day of marketing to the public effective Wednesday, October 16th, 2019. FAQs can be found here. A fine of $5,000 will be imposed on Sunday, December 1st, 2019 for non-compliance. They also provided additional clarification via […]
County Launches Unmet Housing Needs Strategic Plan Process with Oct. 30 Open House
October 17, 2019
Loudoun County will host an open house to kick off the Unmet Housing Needs Strategic Plan process. The open house will be held at the Eastern Loudoun Service Center, 21641 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, on Wednesday, October 30, 2019, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. In addition to learning about the Unmet Housing Needs Strategic Plan, those […]
More Opportunities to Receive Your Fair Housing Training Credits
October 17, 2019
Do you need Fair Housing training to complete this year’s license renewal requirements? We have two opportunities for you! The Virginia Fair Housing Course will be hosted by DAAR next week and by Loudoun County next month. Sign up today! Wednesday, October 23, 2019 from 11am-1pm at DAAR. Register here. Tuesday, November 19, 2019 from […]
Joint Study Confirms Relationship Between Real Estate Values, Public Transportation
October 17, 2019
Neighborhoods located within a half mile of public transit services outperformed those farther from public transit based on a number of factors, according to a report recently released by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and the American Public Transportation Association. The report is timely as our region prepares to welcome the opening of the Silver […]