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We’re in Session: Join us in Richmond for the Chance to Advocate on Behalf of Your Business
January 9, 2019
Learn what’s ahead for your industry, engage with lawmakers and join Virginia REALTORS President Beckwith Bolle (2013 DAAR President) by taking part in the Virginia REALTORS 2019 Economic & Advocacy Summit on February 6th in Richmond, VA. This event offers education from industry experts and the chance to participate in town hall sessions with local legislators […]
Bright Launches LIVE YouTube Hands-on Clinics in January
January 4, 2019
Bright is launching interactive Training Clinics on YouTube! Join Bright as they host these virtual “hands-on” clinics that will cover time-saving tips and tricks, answers to top support center questions, and a live Q&A from bright instructors. Monday, January 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th at […]
NVAR and DAAR: Working on Your Behalf
January 4, 2019
Learn more about how NVAR and DAAR are working together on a variety of programs, projects and events to benefit you, our respective members, throughout the entire region.
You’re Invited: Learn about Key Transportation Issues in our Region on 1/9, 9:30AM
January 3, 2019
On Wednesday, January 9, 2019, members of the Government Affairs Committee will meet with Jason Stanford, Executive Director of the Northern Virginia Transportation Alliance. The Committee invited Jason in order to learn more about the Alliance’s 2019 legislative and regional priorities, other transportation-related issues that could surface during the 2019 Virginia General Assembly session, and […]
National Flood Insurance Program Re-Opens for Business
December 30, 2018
As a result of the economic impact data provided by REALTORS®, and with the help of Congress and the White House, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reversed its decision! On Friday, December 28, 2018, FEMA announced that it will resume the sale of new flood insurance policies and the renewal of expiring policies. Click […]
What a Government Shutdown Means for REALTORS®
December 27, 2018
A Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal government was not approved on Friday, December 21st, 2018 leading to a partial shutdown of some government operations. This partial shutdown, which includes some federal housing and mortgage programs, could cause settlement and financing delays. Here are a few ways loans may be impacted: Federal Housing Administration HUD’s Contingency Plan […]
Bright MLS Release Notes as of December 19th: Corrections and Improvements
December 20, 2018
The following release notes describing corrections and improvements to the Bright MLS system were made as of December 19: Importing photos and documents using Google Drive. Recently, we added a shortcut to Listing Management for importing photos and documents from OneDrive. Now you can do the same using Google Drive. Many subscribers use Google Drive to […]
Act Now to Protect Association Health Plans
December 20, 2018
Virginia REALTORS® Action Alert We need your help to protect lower cost health options for you and your family! Earlier this year, Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring entered Virginia in a lawsuit against a U.S. Department of Labor ruling that expanded the definition of “employer” to include “working owner” in Association Health Plans (AHP). Virginia […]
What REALTORS® Need to Know About the New Tax Law
December 13, 2018
Changes to the U.S. Tax Code that potentially can save you thousands of dollars were enacted last year as part of the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act. The changes include a new deduction available to you as an independent contractor or sole proprietor for reducing your tax liability by 20 percent. How to take this […]
Important Notice: Pay Dues for SentriLock by 12/20 to Avoid Late Fee
December 12, 2018
To streamline the process for obtaining access to SentriLock keyholder services, members received an invoice directly from SentriLock for your key service renewal. Accordingly, key service renewal fees are no longer be paid directly to the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® as it will be paid to SentriLock. Beginning in November, you received several emails from SentriLock notifying […]