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Important Notification from MRIS: Changes to MLS Numbers and Listing Feeds
November 16, 2017
The vision of Bright MLS consolidates tens of thousands of agents across the entire Mid-Atlantic into one unified system. The consolidation process is big and started just a few weeks ago in the Central Pennsylvania area. But doing big things isn’t easy. Inevitably, changes this big come with challenges, and this conversion is no exception. […]
Did you know Virginia’s Real Estate Industry Generated $67 billion in Economic Activity?
November 16, 2017
Earlier this year, the Virginia REALTORS® commissioned research on the economic impact of the real estate industry to Virginia’s economy. This research built upon the study commissioned by Governor McAuliffe’s Housing Policy Advisory Council (HPAC) to quantify the impact of the housing industry on the statewide economy. Our research will be published this week and […]
DAAR CE Shop Offering 40% Online Classes on 11/24 and 11/27
November 16, 2017
DAAR REALTOR Members! Purchase your real estate education with The CE Shop throughout November and receive 20% off. Purchase on November 24th or 27th and receive 40% off sitewide! This discount applies to all courses and packages including pre-licensing, post-licensing and continuing education. Click here to take advantage of these offers! Use promo code NOV20 […]
House Approves Tax Proposal that Places Tax Hike on Homeowners
November 16, 2017
Tax reform took a major step as the House of Representatives approved a measure to overhaul the American tax code and the Senate took steps toward approval by the end of the month. On Thursday, November 16th, the House passed a H.R. 1, “The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” H.R. 1, the “Tax Cuts and […]
October 2017 Loudoun County Market Trends Report: Flat Sales Growth and Low Inventory Remain
November 15, 2017
The following analysis of the Loudoun County, Virginia housing market has been prepared by George Mason University’s Center for Regional Analysis. It was prepared for the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® by analyzing Bright MLS housing data from MarketStats by ShowingTime. Overview Sales growth continues to remain flat as the 496 closed sales in October […]
REALTOR® Impact report
November 15, 2017
Earlier this year, the Virginia REALTORS® commissioned research on the economic impact of the real estate industry to Virginia’s economy. This research built upon the study commissioned by Governor McAuliffe’s Housing Policy Advisory Council (HPAC) to quantify the impact of the housing industry on the statewide economy. Our research will be published this week and […]
Virginia REALTORS® Offers Legal Podcasts: Your Guide to State RE Law
November 10, 2017
Listen to the Virginia REALTORS® Legal Podcasts each week! It is your guide to state real estate law. Virginia REALTORS® releases new episodes every Tuesday. Join the legal department as they discuss a different issue each week. Now available through iTunes, Stitcher, and GooglePlay. Click here for more information.
Are You Missing Out on Instant Savings? Check out NAR’s Benefits Program
November 9, 2017
Take advantage of your official NAR member benefits resource, NAR’s REALTOR Benefits® Program, with offerings and savings from more than 30 industry-leading partners including DocuSign, Sprint®, FedEx, and more. Click here to start saving today!
Loudoun County Wants to Know if You’re Renting Out Rooms
November 3, 2017
On October 19, 2017, the Board of Supervisors approved a work plan to create a registration process for homeowners who rent out rooms in Loudoun County. The plan has two phases: 1) registration and taxation; and 2) zoning and public safety. The county will research the issue and obtain feedback from the public between now […]
Don’t forget to Vote!
November 3, 2017
Election Day is Tuesday, November 7th! On the ballot will be candidates for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and Members of the House of Delegates. Loudoun County also has two bond questions and the towns of Leesburg and Round Hill have special elections for a member of their town councils. Polls will be open from […]