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SentriLock Improves Security and Reliability
September 29, 2017
SentriLock will implement changes by the end of the year that will make the SentriLock system more secure and reliable. On October 11th, 2017 SentriLock will no longer be sending information by SMS. If you have been receiving notifications by SMS you will automatically be switched and have those messages sent to both the Message […]
Millions of Middle-Income Homeowners Stand to Lose Under “Big 6” Tax Proposal
September 28, 2017
A group of legislators and administration leaders known as the “Big 6” released last week an outline for comprehensive tax reform that if enacted, according to the National Association of Realtors®, could lead to a tax on homeownership for millions. According to the Big 6’s framework for tax reform, changes to the current tax code […]
Gift Card Donations for Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter (LAWS)
September 18, 2017
DAAR’s Community Service committee is seeking donations of gift cards for the Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter. LAWS has provided emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy, support groups, legal services and support to victims of domestic and sexual violence completely free of charge for over 30 years. The gift cards from the LAWS Wish List are: A $20 […]
Welcome New Members – August and September 2017!
September 13, 2017
We are pleased to welcome forty-two new REALTORS and Affiliate Members to DAAR in August and September. We look forward to you participation and involvement in the Association! Welcome REALTORS®! William Berne, Pearson Smith Realty, Ashburn Mahmod Abdelhamid, Pearson Smith Realty, Ashburn Michael Bailey Keller Williams-Loudoun Gateway Ashburn Dina Barahona, Keller Williams Realty, Leesburg Victor Beltran, Long & Foster […]
Important Update: CE Carry Over Eligibility Process
September 13, 2017
Real Estate Licensees who have completed all of their required Continuing Education (CE) credit hours–16 for a Salesperson and 24 for a Broker–in the previous licensure term and who have completed extra credit hours in the last six months of that same licensure period may qualify to “carry over” extra CE credit hours and apply […]
Don’t be a Victim: Cyber Crime, Cybersecurity and the Real Estate Professional! 9/19
September 1, 2017
Cyber Crime, Cybersecurity and the Real Estate Professional! Join NAR Associate Counsel Jessica Edgerton on Facebook Live on Tuesday, September 19th, 3PM EST who will discuss the threats IN your inbox, and gather valuable insight into tips on passwords, spotting scams, and much more. Click here to join the webinar and for more information.
September is REALTOR® Safety Month! Join us for REALTOR Safety Does Matter on 9/11
September 1, 2017
Knowledge. Awareness. Empowerment. These are the core components of REALTOR® Safety. And helping our members understand the risks they face can mean the difference between life and death. To help remind us to know the dangers we face every day, to be aware of our surroundings, to empower ourselves with precautions and preparations so that […]
REALTORS® Donate to Texas Communities Devastated by Hurricane Harvey
September 1, 2017
As the effects of Hurricane Harvey continue to devastate, forcing over 30,000 people into shelters across Texas, REALTORS® in Virginia as well as state and local associations, including DAAR, are responding to the needs of the southeast Texas community by donating to the Texas Association of REALTORS® Relief Fund. The fund was created with the mission of helping people who have […]
Turn the Tide: Tell Congress to Reauthorize the NFIP
August 31, 2017
Please take action and tell your Member of Congress that the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) supports H.R. 2874, “The 21st Century Flood Reform Act.” The Problem: The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is scheduled to expire on September 30, 2017. Millions of home and small business owners in more than 20,000 communities nationwide require […]
DAAR Plays Key Role in Development of Housing Policy for Loudoun
August 22, 2017
Loudoun County’s Comprehensive Plan Stakeholders Committee increased their attention on housing by establishing a subcommittee solely focused on developing information and proposals on county-wide housing policies. Lars Henriksen, DAAR’s representative to the stakeholders committee, was selected along with seven other stakeholders to serve on the housing subcommittee. They will work with county staff to develop […]