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Health Insurance Rule Needs Improvement
March 9, 2018
The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) proposal to let more associations offer health plans to their members is encouraging, but changes—such as extending eligibility to self-employed individuals or small-business owners who have access to subsidized insurance through a spouse’s employer plan—are needed, the National Association of REALTORS says in a letter to Secretary of […]
Video: Avoiding Unlicensed Practice of Law
March 9, 2018
The latest Window to the Law video from the National Association of REALTORS Legal Affairs division provides strategies to help real estate licensees avoid activities that could constitute the unlicensed practice of law. You may also view the slide presentation.
Call to Action: Support the Association Health Plan Rule!
March 4, 2018
In an effort to expand access to more affordable, high-quality health insurance coverage, on January 5, 2018, the U.S. Department of Labor proposed a rule allowing self-employed individuals and small employers to purchase health insurance through professional or trade associations by expanding access to Association Health Plans (AHPs). An AHP plan would be treated as […]
Phase I – Part II: Your Clients May Need to Register for Renting Out Rooms in Their Homes
March 2, 2018
Loudoun County stepped closer to creating a registration process for homeowners who rent out rooms in Loudoun County. County staff is working on a draft ordinance to put in place a free registration process for people who offer short-term room rentals. Once complete, the public will have an opportunity to comment on the draft ordinance. […]
Money Laundering in Real Estate: How is it done? How can we stop it? 3/23
March 2, 2018
Sponsored by George Mason University’s Terrorism, Transnational Crime and Corruption Center, the National Association of REALTORS is participating in an all-day conference featuring policy makers, law enforcement, academia, financial institutions, and other real estate sector representatives to better understand money laundering in real estate and how to counter the impact. Registration is free and lunch […]
Update: Virginia General Assembly Budget and Metro Funding
February 26, 2018
Last week, the House and Senate passed a 2-year state budget plans. Negotiations will continue as the two Chambers work to pass a final budget before the end of the 2018 General Assembly Session. The Fiscal Years 2019-2020 budget will take effect July 1, 2018. There are key differences in the two plans. The House […]
Loudoun County Begins the Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Process
February 26, 2018
On February 14, 2018, Loudoun County Administrator Tim Hemstreet presented a proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2019 (FY 2019) to the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors. The budget totals $2.3 billion in appropriations for the Loudoun County government and public schools. FY 2019 begins July 1, 2018. The proposed budget is based on the equalized […]
IRS Clarifies Home Equity Loan Interest Deductibility
February 23, 2018
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a news release (link is external) clarifying that in many cases, interest paid on home equity loans remains deductible under the new tax reform law. Many questions have arisen on this issue, as many media reports on the new tax law indicated that as of 2018, interest is no […]
DAAR Stands United with Business Community Against Racially Divisive Fliers
February 19, 2018
In response to recent fliers and messages again distributed within the community this month as reported here, the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® signed on to a joint business community statement to take a stand against these acts and in united steadfast commitment to equality and respect for all. Read the Statement by Organizations Representing […]
National Flood Insurance Program Extended to March 23, 2018
February 19, 2018
On February 9, 2019, Congress extended the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) as part of a broader budget agreement. NAR is urging the Senate to use the time to work on comprehensive NFIP legislation that provides a 5-year reauthorization and includes meaningful reforms to strengthen the program and open the door to a private market […]