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New Agents: Complete all PLE Requirements in April!

January 7, 2020

DAAR’s Real Estate School is dedicated to meeting the needs of your professional development as a new agent by offering more classes and seminars designed to give you the resources and knowledge to stay on top of your business. DAAR is offering in-classroom industry leading PLE courses designed to fulfill all 30 required hours within […]

5 Important Facts About the 2020 Census

January 3, 2020

The 2020 Census is right around the corner. Below are five facts about the upcoming Census. 1. Residents will receive an invitation by mail to complete the Census in mid-March. The invitation will include information on how to respond online. Subsequent reminders will include a paper form if the household doesn’t respond online. If the […]

DAAR Leans Forward in 2020

January 3, 2020

Last year, we renovated DAAR’s office and meeting spaces so that we can lean forward in 2020. These areas were reconfigured so that we can better serve our members. The value of the renovation costs was rolled into the office lease extension to minimize costs. What Changed? The space was optimized to be more collaborative […]

DAAR 2019 Year-End Recap

January 2, 2020

The staff at DAAR is excited to share the association’s 2019 Year-End Recap with you. The infographic below shares some highlights from this past year. We would like to thank you for a great 2019 and look forward to serving you in 2020.

November 2019 Loudoun County Market Trends Report: Median Sales Price Sets Record November High

December 17, 2019

Overview Loudoun County’s November median sales prices increased for a ninth year in a row, up 0.15% since last November. The end-month median sales price of $485,750 is a new 10-year month-over-the-year record high for November. Median sales prices improved for detached homes by 4.2% and attached homes by 5.4% in last month, when compared […]

Get Ready to Increase Your Listings and Grow Your Business

December 11, 2019

Join DAAR on March 12-13, 2020 for a two day SRS designation course!   This is a two day class where you can earn a designation that is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) who meet specific educational and practical experience criteria. The SRS Designation Course will redefine your […]

NAR Code of Ethics Course

December 5, 2019

DAAR follow’s the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics.  Adopted in 1913, it was one of the first code of ethical duties adopted by any business group. The Code ensures that consumers are served by requiring REALTORS® to cooperate with each other in furthering clients’ best interests. Please review NAR’s the Code of Ethics […]

Loan Limits Increase in 2020 for the Washington Metro Area

December 2, 2019

On November 26, 2019, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) published the 2020 conforming loan limits for Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. The baseline (national) limit will increase to $510,400 from $484,350 in 2019. In high cost areas, including the Washington Metro area, the limit will go up to $765,600 (from $726,525). The loan limits […]

Census 2020

November 18, 2019

Key Census Messages – Fall 2019 The Census can be complicated. During the Education phase, we are focused on simple messages that emphasize impact, confidentiality, and a general timeline. Census Day is April 1, 2020. – Watch for a postcard that will arrive in the mail in mid-March. – You can respond to the Census […]

Winter Warmth 2019

November 18, 2019

The 2019 Winter Warmth cold weather clothing and blanket drive organized by the Community Service Committee was a great success! DAAR members dropped off coats, blankets, hats, and gloves from the end of September through November 18th. The Community Service Committee collected and distributed 20 huge bags of clothing, sheets and blankets to Mobile Hope, […]