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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 […]
NAR Legal Webinar: The MLS Hour: Off-MLS Listings – Thursday, June 20th
June 6, 2019
Off-MLS Listings have quickly become a hot button issue across the country. Join NAR Associate General Counsel Charlie Lee and NAR MLS experts on Thursday, June 20th, 2PM for a webinar discussion about how NAR MLS Policy addresses these types of listings. They’ll also cover legal considerations and other operational concerns when dealing with these […]
DAAR Announces SentriConnect™ and One Day Codes
June 3, 2019
One of the many benefits of the SentriLock® lockbox for listing agents is the ability to provide temporary access to appraisers and contractors to a property. We are pleased to announce that this access is now available for DAAR REALTOR® members. Listing agents can use the SentriSmart® mobile app to grant temporary lockbox access with SentriConnect™ […]
REALTORS® Confidence Index (RCI): Low Inventory Major Issue Affecting Transactions
May 30, 2019
REALTORS® have long reported low inventory as a major issue affecting transactions. That continued in April, according to the REALTORS® Confidence Index (RCI) survey. The REALTORS® Confidence Index (RCI) survey gathers monthly information from REALTORS® about local real estate market conditions, characteristics of buyers and sellers, and issues affecting homeownership and real estate transactions. The […]
Plan to Attend NVAR’s Contract Form Changes Class on 6/27
May 23, 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.
Do You Want to Become a Broker? Real Estate Law Course Begins on 5/29!
May 23, 2019
Are you interested in elevating your knowledge, earning distinction as an expert or gaining a competitive edge? You may want to consider working toward your broker’s license. To become a broker in the state of Virginia, you must: Be a licensed agent for 36 out of 48 months consecutively Complete 180 classroom hours of real […]
Donation to Mobile Hope Presented on Behalf of JNCLA Recipient Gwen Pangle
May 23, 2019
Earlier this year, Gwen Pangle, Pangle and Associates, was announced as the second recipient of the Jeanette Newton Community Leadership Award (JNCLA) during the 2019 DAAR Awards Ceremony. The award, named after former DAAR CEO Jeanette Newton, recognizes a REALTOR® who portrays a dedication to leadership, community and public service, humanitarianism and courage. Recipients receive a $500 […]
NAR Files Motion to Dismiss Buyer-Side Lawsuit
May 23, 2019
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) announced it has asked a judge to dismiss the bombshell class-action lawsuit that accuses both the trade group and major real estate companies of conspiring to determine buyers’ agents’ compensation. NAR moved to dismiss the Moehrl v. NAR lawsuit on the basis that the complaint misrepresents NAR rules for […]
You’re Invited: Broadband Town Hall Meeting in Purcellville 5/16
May 10, 2019
Delegate LaRock and Mayor Fraser will host a Broadband Town Hall Meeting on May 16th in Purcellville. The event will take place at the Carver Center, with doors opening at 6:30p.m., and formal presentation and discussion from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. The event will bring state and local elected officials together with the public and […]
It’s Not Too Late – Register NOW for the NAR Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo (5/14-5/18)
May 8, 2019
Registration for the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo is open and it’s FREE! Attend to hear the latest on the market, policy and regulatory issues impacting the real estate industry and the association as well as the industry’s leading trade show during NAR’s Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo in Washington, D.C., May 14-18, 2019. The Expo is free for all NAR […]