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House Approves Another Short-Term Flood Insurance Extension
May 16, 2019
The House voted Tuesday to extend the National Flood Insurance Program through Sept. 30. The Senate must also approve the measure before May 31—when the NFIP is set to expire—to avoid lapses in government-backed flood insurance policies. “Thanks to REALTORS®, the Senate is well aware of the deadline for flood insurance,” Austin Perez, senior policy […]
Supervisors Pursue Ways to Address the County’s Unmet Housing Needs
May 14, 2019
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors took a step forward toward addressing one of the most critical needs in the County: the need for housing that is affordable. County Chair Phyllis J. Randall (D-At Large) and Supervisor Suzanne M. Volpe (R-Algonkian) recommended that the county create an Unmet Housing Needs Strategic Plan after the Loudoun […]
Affordable Health Insurance Option is Vetoed by Governor
May 13, 2019
Earlier this year, more than 3,000 Virginia REALTORS® responded to a Call For Action in support of legislation that would open the door for our association to pool together our nearly 34,000 members to negotiate better, more affordable health insurance options for you and your families. Our research indicates that nearly 7,000 of you go […]
Are You Ready to Vote on June 11, 2019 in the Primary Election?
May 3, 2019
It’s Primary Election time in Loudoun County. On Tuesday, June 11th, voters in Loudoun County will head to the polls to nominate candidates for offices to be voted on in the November 5th General Election. Democratic Party primaries will be held for the following offices: Member, Senate of Virginia, District 31 Member, Senate of Virginia, […]
Virginia REALTORS® President Bolle Appointed to VHDA Task Force to Address Housing Gap
April 29, 2019
Virginia REALTORS® 2019 President Beckwith Bolle, who also served as 2013 President of DAAR, was recently appointed to the Virginia Housing Development Authority’s (VHDA) Northern Virginia Affordable Housing Task Force. The purpose of this task force is to provide input on VHDA’s REACH Virginia resources allocated to the region in support of Virginia’s investment in […]
You’re Invited: Learn What Happens Inside the Virginia General Assembly, 5/1, 9:30AM
April 26, 2019
Are you interested in understanding how state laws impact your real estate business? Join us Wednesday, May 1, 2019, when the DAAR Government Affairs Committee meets with Delegate Dave LaRock (33rd) for a discussion on workings of the General Assembly, upcoming priorities and ways to address transportation challenges in our region. Bring your questions! The […]
Reminder: Don’t Let the Doors Close to Loudoun’s Future!
April 18, 2019
Supervisors are hearing a lot from people who do not want another home built in Loudoun County. People who oppose future residential development are mobilized and they are vocal. Don’t let others decide to close the door to Loudoun County’s future. Sign up to speak at one of the Loudoun County Public Hearings on the […]
Calling All DAAR Members: New Opportunities for You During Fair Housing Month!
April 16, 2019
April is Fair Housing Month! Come out and show your support for the real estate industry in Loudoun County during this historic month. Join with other DAAR members this Thursday as the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors issue and present to DAAR a Proclamation to commemorate Fair Housing Month. Please plan on showing your support […]
Ready, Set, Speak! Say Yes for Homes in Loudoun County!
April 11, 2019
DAAR members are ready to see residential opportunities increase in Loudoun County. Our members know that a Plan could be set in place to help address the lack of housing affordability. It’s time for you to speak up and support the housing policies and strategies in the draft Plan that will help address the availability […]
Bright MLS: Online Help Receives Upgrade
April 11, 2019
Bright MLS recently launched a new, easier to use online help system. Simply ask a question using the new mobile-compatible Knowledgebase. You can try it now by going to support.brightmls.com. And, you can also access it from the Support menu via the same Search Help Topics link you’re accustomed to. The Knowledgebase contains helpful information, such as: How-to and […]