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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.
Charting the Changes: Bright MLS Provides Important Update to Subscribers
March 9, 2018
The message below was sent to all Bright MLS subscribers providing an an update on past, present and future changes to expect with the system:Over the past year we’ve been busy building the foundation of the new Bright MLS system and on continued alignment of fees and policies across the entire Bright footprint. There have […]
Safety Alert: Beware of Suspicious Caller
February 19, 2018
According to the Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS, female REALTORS® in DC Metro area have been receiving calls from an individual identifying himself as Dwayne Bergeman. He states that he is relocating from Oregon, but will not answer simple questions. The caller insists he wants to see houses in a high value price range. A […]
NAR Wins Pro-Real Estate Provisions in Budget Deal
February 11, 2018
The federal budget deal signed by the President on Friday, February 9, 2018, contains a number of wins for real estate, including a temporary extension of federal flood insurance and extension of NAR-backed tax provisions that include relief from debt forgiveness, the deductibility of mortgage insurance premiums, and several energy-efficiency related provisions. Flood Insurance Extends […]
President’s Page: Everyone has a Voice
February 10, 2018
As REALTORS®, it’s important to recognize that we may each enter the profession by a different path, and to that end we each have something a little different to bring to the association. Like many of you, I grew up in real estate family. Both of my parents were REALTORS® and my mother sold real […]
Important: Update from Bright MLS on System Performance Issues
February 6, 2018
In response to feedback received from members and local associations, Bright MLS CEO Tom Philips sent an email to us on Monday, February 5th, 2018 providing an update regarding ongoing issues with the system. Please note that they are working hard to identify and resolve issues moving forward. We will provide updates to you as […]
DAAR’s Leadership Discusses Metro Funding with State Lawmakers
February 5, 2018
Members the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® (DAAR) met with members of the General Assembly and Virginia officials to voice concern about the proposals to increase taxes on Northern Virginians. DAAR, along with other REALTORS® across Northern Virginia, joined in the discussion as negotiators search for ways to provide $154 million in dedicated funding for […]
REALTORS® Endorse Gwen Pangle in Leesburg Town Council Race – Special Election is 2/6
February 1, 2018
The Dulles Area Political Action Committee and the Virginia REALTORS® Political Action Committee enthusiastically endorse Gwen Pangle in her bid to become the next Leesburg Town Council member! Gwen Pangle, former Chair of the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® and Principal Broker of Pangle and Associations in Leesburg, is running for an open seat on […]
Nominate a Member for the Jeanette Newton Community Leadership Award by 2/16
January 30, 2018
Jeanette Newton Community Leadership Award Spotlighting Members for Their Commitment to Communities Deadline: February 16, 2018 The new Jeanette Newton Community Leadership Award recognizes REALTORS® and Affiliates who have made an extraordinary commitment to improving the quality of life in their communities through their volunteer work. The recipient portrays a dedication to leadership, community and […]
REALTORS® in Northern Virginia Respond to the Tax Increase Proposal
January 20, 2018
REALTORS® across Northern Virginia united to voice their concerns about the recent tax increase proposals to fund Metro. “While we are supportive of Metro, we are concerned about the impact this additional tax burden will have on Northern Virginia homeowners,” said Holly Weatherwax, President of the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® (DAAR). Along with DAAR, […]