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5 Things to Know About the Bright Off-MLS Policy

October 30, 2019

In order to help answer questions on the new Off-MLS policy, Bright MLS put together  additional resources including an infographic and video with their Vice President of Customer Support and Training, Mike DelGaudio. 5 things to know about the Bright Off-MLS Policy 1. All listings must be entered within one business day of public advertising. You […]

President’s Page: Thank You for Your Feedback on Bright MLS Off-MLS Policy

October 28, 2019

On October 3rd, we shared with you in our weekly newsletter that the National Association of REALTORS® was seeking input from members requiring brokers to share listings with other brokers in the MLS. On October 16th, we received official notification that Bright MLS announced a new policy requiring agents to submit a listing within 1 business […]

Let Us Know How the New Bright Off-MLS Policy Impacts Your Business

October 19, 2019

Bright MLS announced a new policy on Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 that requires submitting a listing within 1 business day of marketing to the public effective Wednesday, October 16th, 2019.  FAQs can be found  here.  A fine of $5,000 will be imposed on Sunday, December 1st, 2019 for non-compliance. They also provided additional clarification via […]

Joint Study Confirms Relationship Between Real Estate Values, Public Transportation

October 17, 2019

Neighborhoods located within a half mile of public transit services outperformed those farther from public transit based on a number of factors, according to a report recently released by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and the American Public Transportation Association.  The report is timely as our region prepares to welcome the opening of the Silver […]

Welcome Wendy Abel, DAAR Temporary Member Services Assistant!

October 17, 2019

We are pleased to announce that Wendy Abel is the new temporary Member Services Assistant effective Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 while Connie Randolph is out on maternity leave until January 2020.  Her primary responsibilities will include providing member service support, key and key box administration and managing association inquiries.  Wendy comes to us with extensive […]

DAAR Members Give Back!-Over $1,650 Donated to Local Charity

October 15, 2019

Over 40 REALTORS® and guests gathered on Thursday, October 10th at Bungalow Alehouse in Ashburn, VA for DAAR’s Pool & Pints and Silent Auction. The networking event was held to raise money in support of Mobile Hope Loudoun, a local charity in Loudoun County. Auction items were donated by area businesses and were procured by […]

New to Bright MLS or Need a Refresher? Register for Training on Thursday, 10/24!

October 14, 2019

Are you relatively new to Bright or need a refresher? Please take time to join us for Bright Orientation, 10-11AM, Intro to Bright MLS, 11-12:30AM and Managing Listings and Sellers from 1:30-3:30PM at DAAR, 21720 Red Rum Drive, #177, Ashburn, VA.  Topics covered include setting up an account for branding and client preferences, how to […]

Why Your Online Reputation Matters

October 9, 2019

Your online reputation is the first thing clients notice when they Google you. But managing your online reputation can be time-consuming. Real estate is already a busy job, so a lot of brokers and agents forgo the additional task of collecting online reviews. That’s a mistake. Managing your online reputation is one of the most valuable things […]

Regulators Increase Appraisal Threshold

October 3, 2019

On September 27, 2019, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (collectively “the Agencies”) adopted a final rule increasing the threshold for requiring an appraisal in residential real estate transactions from $250,000 to $400,000. Federally related transactions under $400,000 […]

NAR Seeks Input Requiring Brokers to Share Listings with Other Brokers in the MLS

October 3, 2019

The National Association of REALTORS® is considering a change in the association’s MLS policy aimed at creating greater cooperation between brokerages within MLSs. The “Clear Cooperation Policy“ proposal is straightforward: Brokers who are MLS participants must share listings with other brokers in the MLS if those listings are being publicly marketed. NAR is seeking member feedback on the policy before […]