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Bright MLS Announces Bright Steps

March 20, 2020

    Bright Steps Offers a Variety of Data, Tools, Tips, and Special Allowances Aimed Toward Keeping the Market Moving During This Challenging Period   Bright is launching some temporary updates as well as the Bright Steps campaign to share updates and information during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.   The temporary updates include:   1. Relaxed […]

Coronavirus DAAR Office Closure Update

March 17, 2020

Coronavirus DAAR Office Closure Update: The DAAR office will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. through Friday, March 20th as a precautionary measure in light of the ongoing new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Please view this video from 2020 DAAR President Barry Taylor for more detailed information about our reduced office hours. Questions? Please […]

New Coronavirus (COVID-19) Precautionary Measures

March 12, 2020

All DAAR events, classes and meetings through April 13th have been postponed as a precautionary measure in light of the ongoing new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The following classes, meetings and events have been postponed: March 16th: Community Service Committee Meeting March 19th: Commercial Real Estate Class March 20th: Membership Development Committee Meeting March 20th: Grievance […]

Take Your Showings to the Next Level with SentriLock

March 11, 2020

With the SentriKey® Real Estate app, you have more tools right at hand to take your home showings to the next level. Opening the key compartment initiates the following new features to make your showing run smoothly. Showing Information Whether it’s “Please remove your shoes” or “The alarm code is 1234,” you now have showing […]

Introducing New SentriLock Features

March 2, 2020

SentriLock provided the following update regarding new product features: Now, you have the tools at hand to take your home showings to the next level. As soon as you open the key compartment with your SentriKey Real Estate app, you can access these new features for a smooth showing. Click here to view a brief […]

Revised Regional Rules and Regulations for the SentriLock Lockbox System in Effect March 1, 2020

March 2, 2020

Revised Regional Rules and Regulations for the SentriLock Lockbox System in Effect March 1, 2020 By: Matthew L. Troiani, Esq. Vice President of Professional Development & Chief Counsel Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS® The Board of Directors of the Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS®, Blue Ridge Association of REALTORS®, Dulles Area Association of REALTORS®, Fredericksburg […]

Get the Premier Credential in Seller Representation

February 28, 2020

DAAR’s Seller Representative Specialist class (SRS) is right around the corner! Earn the premier credential in seller representation. Join us for our SRS class on March 12-13 with instructor Matthew Rathbun. We are excited to have Matthew Rathbun as our instructor for this course. Mr. Rathbun is a veteran instructor and the vice president of […]

Every One Counts on the Loudoun County Census

February 28, 2020

There is a great deal at stake for Loudoun County residents during the 2020 Census. Did you know that Loudoun County loses $20,000 over 10 years for every one person not counted on the Census? Your 2020 Census response helps fund schools, healthcare, roads and more. Below are some key takeaways regarding the Census. Make […]

Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® Prepares for Annual Economic Summit

February 27, 2020

The Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® (DAAR) is hard at work preparing for its 2020 Economic Summit, which will be held on March 6th at the Loudoun County School Administrative Building. Attendees will learn what’s in store for housing and other aspects of the local economy from three expert guest speakers. Final touches are being […]

Homes for the Brave – Military Relocation Professional Certification

February 26, 2020

Sign up for NAR’s Military Relocation Professional (MRP) Certification Course When military staff and their families relocate, the services of a real estate professional who understands their needs and timetables makes the transfer easier, faster, and less stressful. The Military Relocation Professional Certification Course educates REALTORS® about working with U.S. service members and their families […]