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Slate of Directors for 2020 and Consideration of Bylaw Changes Announced
August 19, 2019
Slate of Directors for 2020 and Consideration of Bylaw Changes Announced TO: All DAAR Members FROM: Barry Allbright, 2020 Nomination Committee Chair Phyllis Stakem, 2019 DAAR President RE: Slate of Officer’s & Directors for 2020 and Bylaw Changes This memo serves as official notice to the DAAR membership of the Slate of Directors for election […]
NAR Moves to Dismiss Antitrust Lawsuits; Shows Lawsuits Are Self-Contradictory, Ignore Precedent and Lack Economic Sense
August 16, 2019
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) moved last week to dismiss the Moehrl v. NAR lawsuit and the copycat Sitzer v. NAR lawsuit because both amended complaints fail to show how NAR rules for the operation of Multiple Listing Services (MLSs) inhibit competition or cause the plaintiffs any harm. Moreover, the complaints misrepresent rules which […]
Potential Opening Date Set for Metro to Loudoun
August 8, 2019
According to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), the six-stations, as part of the second phase of the 23-mile Silver to Loudoun County, are projected to open on or about July 16th, 2020. They’ll offer one-seat, no-transfer rides from Loudoun to the nation’s capital in Washington, D.C. and Maryland. This is the first time MWAA […]
You’re Invited: Learn What Happens Inside the U.S. House of Representatives, 9/13, 9:30AM
August 6, 2019
Are you interested in understanding how federal laws impact your real estate business? Join us on Friday, September 13, 2019, for a discussion with our Northern Virginia Congressional delegation about issues such as health care reform, transportation infrastructure, and the National Flood Insurance Program. Bring your questions! The Town Hall is free but pre-registration is […]
DAAR YPN Chair Kathleen Stakem Named to Loudoun 40 Under 40
August 2, 2019
DAAR YPN Chair Kathleen Stakem, RE/MAX Select Properties in Ashburn was recently named to the prestigious Loudoun 40 Under 40. In its seventh year, the Loudoun 40 Under 40 awards recognize Loudoun’s rising business and community leaders. The selection committee, comprised of former 40 Under 40 honorees, received more than 150 nominations for this year’s […]
2018 DAAR Major Investors Included in the RPAC 50th Anniversary Artwork
July 24, 2019
To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC), a 10-foot-high drawing of the National Association of REALTORS® Washington, D.C. building was commissioned. Not only is the drawing beautiful, it is drawn entirely with the names of nearly 10,000 RPAC Major Investors! If you look closely, you’ll find the names of the […]
Effective July 1, 2019, Unlicensed Assistants Can Either be Employees OR Independent Contractors
June 28, 2019
If you think this is a new law, you are right. July 1st marks the enactment of this and other new laws in Virginia. While the 2019 General Assembly Session ended in February, there was still some back and forth between the Governor and legislators through early May. This year’s legislative changes covered several areas […]
DAAR partners with NAR in Supporting AHP Efforts
June 20, 2019
The Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® supports the National Association of REALTORS® defense of the Department of Labor’s Association Health Plan rule. Earlier this year, a federal court ruled that provisions of the DOL’s rule were unlawful, a ruling that adversely impacts REALTORS® seeking more cost effective and comprehensive health insurance solutions through AHP options. […]
NVAR Standard Forms Changes Effective July 1, 2019; Attend Class on 6/27
June 10, 2019
You’re invited to learn about updates to NVAR Contract Forms on Thursday, June 27, 2019, 10AM-12PM, DAAR, Ashburn. Featured speaker Sarah Louppe Petcher, S & T Law Group, will review and answer key questions regarding the changes effective July 1st, 2019. Free for DAAR Members. Register online here. For more information, view the flyer. NVAR forms changes effective July 1st, 2019: 1. Residential Sales […]
It’s Time to Vote – 6/11 Primary Election
May 30, 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, […]