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Your Answer to Zillow’s ‘Instant Offers’ from NAR
May 29, 2017
In select markets today, the competition isn’t just from other neighborhood brokerages. It’s also from companies like OpenDoor.com and OfferPad.com, with attractive online platforms that promise sellers a quick, hassle-free, cash sale. Last week, Zillow joined the fray, introducing its “Instant Offers” platform in two test markets, Las Vegas and Orlando, Fla. The platform enables sellers […]
April 2017 Loudoun County Market Trends Report: Home Prices and Sales Soar; Inventory Remains Low
May 21, 2017
The following analysis of the Loudoun County, Virginia housing market has been prepared by George Mason University’s Center for Regional Analysis. It was prepared for the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® by analyzing MRIS multiple listing data from MarketStats by ShowingTime. Overview Loudoun County’s median sales price increased in April, rising 8 percent on an […]
Help Envision the Future of Loudoun County
May 10, 2017
Here’s another chance to have your voice heard – join us in helping develop the road map for Loudoun County! Loudoun County is reaching out to the public to get ideas and input to help create a new comprehensive plan. The “Envision the Future” workshops will be held in June and the County needs to […]
Tech Helpline – a free service to DAAR REALTORS® for technology troubleshooting and guidance
May 4, 2017
The Tech Helpline, a new benefit offered by Virginia REALTORS® for full dues paying REALTOR® members, provides free support for hardware, software, networking and digital devices. REALTOR® members can contact friendly and knowledgeable analysts via phone, e-mail, or online chat for help with any device. The Tech Hotline will troubleshoot problems and offer solutions, often by ‘remoting in’ to […]
DAAR Members Give Back: Build Day with Loudoun Habitat a Success!
May 2, 2017
REALTORS® and Affiliates give their time, talents and resources to the causes that matter most to them. From raising scholarship funds to assisting with home repairs and handing out needed supplies at the holidays, REALTORS® and Affiliates devote themselves to improving the lives of those in the community. Members of the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® […]
Loudoun’s Silver Line Plan Rolls Ahead
April 25, 2017
The Development Plan Goes to the Board The County’s plan for developing areas around the future Silver Line Metrorail stations is moving forward. On May 10, 2017, the Board of Supervisors is scheduled to review the draft Silver Line Comprehensive Plan Amendment (the Plan). The Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® (DAAR) eagerly anticipates action by […]
March 2017 Loudoun County Market Trends Report: Sales and Contract Activity Rise while New Listings Lag; Inventory Continues to Tighten
April 14, 2017
The following analysis of the Loudoun County, Virginia housing market has been prepared by George Mason University’s Center for Regional Analysis. It was prepared for the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® by analyzing MRIS multiple listing data from MarketStats by ShowingTime. Overview • Active inventory continues to decline and at the end of March was 18 […]
Important Notice about your REALTOR® Membership – Pay Your Dues Once During the Year
April 3, 2017
We heard you! In response to concerns raised about the confusing nature and timing of a two-payment system, you will receive only one invoice during the year for your REALTOR® membership dues. That’s right – one and done. On Wednesday, April 19th, 2017 you will receive a request to submit one payment for REALTOR® membership […]
Manual Listing Entry No Longer an Option for Zillow
March 3, 2017
As of May 1st the Zillow Group will no longer allow agents to manually enter their listings into Zillow. According to the Zillow Group, this change was made to provide high-quality listing data and a simple way for brokers and agents to market their listings through Broker and MLS feeds. According to the latest BrightMLS […]
Need to Know: CFPB Consent Orders
March 3, 2017
On January 31, 2017 , the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced that it entered into consent orders with a mortgage lender, mortgage servicer and two real estate brokers for violations of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA). As part of the consent orders, the four companies agreed to pay $4 million. The two […]