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NAR Seeks Input Requiring Brokers to Share Listings with Other Brokers in the MLS
October 3, 2019
The National Association of REALTORS® is considering a change in the association’s MLS policy aimed at creating greater cooperation between brokerages within MLSs. The “Clear Cooperation Policy“ proposal is straightforward: Brokers who are MLS participants must share listings with other brokers in the MLS if those listings are being publicly marketed. NAR is seeking member feedback on the policy before […]
Legal Corner: Social Media, Advertising and Ethics
September 30, 2019
Advertising media is constantly changing. New social media platforms pop up every week giving Realtors® more choices and easier access to mass advertising. Because of the quick pace of technology, the rules, both the Code of Ethics and the Virginia Regulations, have not kept up with the pace. Here are tips to help you navigate […]
Annual Meeting Update: Slate of Directors for 2020 and Bylaw Changes Approved
September 27, 2019
The Annual Meeting of the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS took place on Thursday, September 26th, 2019, 12:15-12:45PM at the Holiday Inn Dulles, 45425 Holiday Drive, Sterling, VA during the DAAR RECHARGE event. Following the delivery of President Phyllis Stakem’s annual state of the association address, the following slate of directors were approved by motion […]
See you at DAAR RECHARGE® on September 26th, 2019, 8:30AM-4PM!
September 24, 2019
Are you ready to RECHARGE? We R®! We look forward to you at the 2019 REALTOR® Recharge Conference & Expo Empowering Your Future on Thursday, September 26th, 8:30AM-4PM at the Holiday Inn Dulles, 45425 Holiday Drive, Sterling, VA We are pleased to welcome more than 150 real estate professionals, affiliates and expert speakers for a […]
You’re Invited: Learn About the Plan to Address the Unmet Housing Needs in Loudoun County, 10/2, 9:30AM
September 20, 2019
We all know about the increased need for housing in Loudoun County. What you might not know is that the County is working to address this issue. Join us on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, when the DAAR Government Affairs Committee meets with Loudoun County officials to discuss development of a strategic plan to address the […]
5 Common Real Estate Safety Myths by Tracey Hawkins
September 10, 2019
5 Common Real Estate Safety Myths Most professionals believe these ideas will improve their personal security in the field. Sometimes, they’re wrong. by Tracey Hawkins Real estate brokers and agents have hyped certain safety protocols in an effort to beef up personal security in the field, but some of the ideas that have become popular in […]
Mark Miller Honored for His Community Service!
September 5, 2019
Congratulations to DAAR member Mark Miller, Long & Foster, Ashburn, who was honored by the Board of Supervisors for his dedication to Loudoun County. Miller has volunteered for the last eight years with the Loudoun County’s Public Library Board of Trustees, serving as Chairman of that Board for the last six years. In addition to […]
Recession? Housing is Likely OK
September 5, 2019
Recession fears are growing, and that may prompt some Americans—who are still haunted by the last one—to get skittish about the housing market. Don’t expect another “real estate fire sale” if the economy heads into another recession, economists say. “This is going to be a much shorter recession than the last one,” George Ratiu, senior […]
NAR Report: Moving with Kids Impact on Buyer and Seller Preferences
August 22, 2019
The act of moving into a new home or selling a home can be a hectic period for both home buyers and sellers. So it is not surprising to learn that changing residences with children in tow adds another level of chaos to the process. That is according to a new report from the National […]
Are you Ready to Achieve Excellence? Start Your Journey and Earn Recognition
August 21, 2019
The National Association of REALTORS recently rolled out a Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) program designed to empower REALTORS® via a self-assessment tool that measures proficiency in elements of professionalism, known as the C2EX Competencies. Based on the results, the platform generates customized learning paths, recommends experiences, and provides tools and resources to increase knowledge and […]