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The 2019 DAAR REALTOR® Awards Application Window is Open!
January 7, 2020
Did you hear the news? The 2019 DAAR REALTOR® Awards application window is open! Every year, the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® recognizes REALTOR® professionals who have reached exceptional levels in various categories. The 2019 DAAR REALTOR® Awards Include: DAAR Circle of Excellence Rookie of the Year Top Producer Anniversary Awards Jeanette Newton Community Leadership […]
Mark Your Calendar: DAAR’s Economic Summit is March 6th!
January 7, 2020
Learn what’s in store for housing in 2020 and beyond. You’re invited to DAAR’s 2020 Economic Summit on March 6th. Join us at this spring event to get the latest information about housing and economic trends and the forecast for 2020. 2020 DAAR Economic Summit March 6, 2020 8:00 am – 11:00 […]
5 Important Facts About the 2020 Census
January 3, 2020
The 2020 Census is right around the corner. Below are five facts about the upcoming Census. 1. Residents will receive an invitation by mail to complete the Census in mid-March. The invitation will include information on how to respond online. Subsequent reminders will include a paper form if the household doesn’t respond online. If the […]
DAAR Leans Forward in 2020
January 3, 2020
Last year, we renovated DAAR’s office and meeting spaces so that we can lean forward in 2020. These areas were reconfigured so that we can better serve our members. The value of the renovation costs was rolled into the office lease extension to minimize costs. What Changed? The space was optimized to be more collaborative […]
DAAR 2019 Year-End Recap
January 2, 2020
The staff at DAAR is excited to share the association’s 2019 Year-End Recap with you. The infographic below shares some highlights from this past year. We would like to thank you for a great 2019 and look forward to serving you in 2020.
November 2019 Loudoun County Market Trends Report: Median Sales Price Sets Record November High
December 17, 2019
Overview Loudoun County’s November median sales prices increased for a ninth year in a row, up 0.15% since last November. The end-month median sales price of $485,750 is a new 10-year month-over-the-year record high for November. Median sales prices improved for detached homes by 4.2% and attached homes by 5.4% in last month, when compared […]
Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® 2020 Officers and Directors Installed
December 6, 2019
Barry Taylor, Weichert, REALTORS® in Ashburn, VA, was installed as the 2020 President of the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® (DAAR) at the annual Holiday Party and Board Installation. The event took place on December 5, 2019 and included the installation of the nineteen local area REALTORS® and two Affiliate members who will serve as […]
Do Your Clients Understand Their Mortgage Disclosure Documents?
November 22, 2019
You can help improve how this critical information is presented to homebuyers by giving the National Association of Realtors® your feedback! The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is reviewing the mortgage disclosure rule, known as the TRID rule. This rule drastically changed the mortgage disclosure process to improve transparency for consumers (i.e. creation of the […]
Flood Insurance Extended Through December 20th
November 22, 2019
Yesterday, November 21, 2019, Congress extended the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through Dec. 20, avoiding a lapse in the program. The President signed the bill into law. The NFIP is being extended as part of the Continuing Resolution (CR) to keep the government operating while Congress works on 2020 appropriations measures over the next […]
FHA: No Conflict of Interest for Brokers Receiving Commissions on HUD REO Homes
November 18, 2019
The National Association of REALTORS® says the FHA’s response to its recent advocacy efforts is a big win for members who have an ownership interest in HUD real estate-owned homes. Adopting NAR’s interpretation, the FHA has revisited its policy and will now permit brokers to receive commissions on sales of HUD REO homes in which […]