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VA Legislative Session Comes to an End – Almost
March 16, 2018
Last week the Virginia General Assembly adjourned for the year. Almost all of the bills advanced by the Virginia REALTORS® this year passed both chambers and were approved by the Governor. Topics include defining Teams, document translations, earnest money deposits, broker education, post-licensing curriculum, civil violations for non-licensed activities, POA/COA summary information, and restrictions to […]
Update: Virginia General Assembly Budget and Metro Funding
February 26, 2018
Last week, the House and Senate passed a 2-year state budget plans. Negotiations will continue as the two Chambers work to pass a final budget before the end of the 2018 General Assembly Session. The Fiscal Years 2019-2020 budget will take effect July 1, 2018. There are key differences in the two plans. The House […]
DAAR Members at the 2018 Virginia REALTORS® Economic and Advocacy Summit
February 19, 2018
Members the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® (DAAR) joined with hundreds of REALTORS® in downtown Richmond for the 2018 Virginia REALTORS® Economic and Advocacy Summit. Eleven members from the DAAR Board of Directors and Government Affairs Committee ensured that the voice of Loudoun County REALTORS® was heard throughout the Summit. “These Summits offer a unique opportunity […]
Virginia REALTORS® 2018 Legislative Agenda: the Halfway Point
February 11, 2018
We are at the hallway point in the Virginia General Assembly 2018 Session. By Tuesday, February 13th, bills passed in one chamber will “Cross Over” to the other chamber for action. All of the legislative initiatives advanced by the Virginia REALTORS® have passed (or should pass) in one chamber by Tuesday and will be heard […]
DAAR’s Leadership Discusses Metro Funding with State Lawmakers
February 5, 2018
Members the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® (DAAR) met with members of the General Assembly and Virginia officials to voice concern about the proposals to increase taxes on Northern Virginians. DAAR, along with other REALTORS® across Northern Virginia, joined in the discussion as negotiators search for ways to provide $154 million in dedicated funding for […]
Speak Out Against Another Dulles Greenway Toll Increase!
February 2, 2018
Greenway Tolls to Rise from $4.65 to $5.65 – Oppose the Hike! For thousands of residents and businesses who use the 14-mile private Dulles Greenway in Loudoun County as a daily commuter route, the cost of using the road on has grown astronomically. Despite annual increases, there is another toll hike being requested! If approved, […]
REALTORS® in Northern Virginia Respond to the Tax Increase Proposal
January 20, 2018
REALTORS® across Northern Virginia united to voice their concerns about the recent tax increase proposals to fund Metro. “While we are supportive of Metro, we are concerned about the impact this additional tax burden will have on Northern Virginia homeowners,” said Holly Weatherwax, President of the Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® (DAAR). Along with DAAR, […]
Don’t forget to Vote!
November 3, 2017
Election Day is Tuesday, November 7th! On the ballot will be candidates for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and Members of the House of Delegates. Loudoun County also has two bond questions and the towns of Leesburg and Round Hill have special elections for a member of their town councils. Polls will be open from […]
Are you Election Ready? In-Person Absentee Voting Begins 9/22
September 22, 2017
On Tuesday, November 7th, a General Election will be held at all precincts in Loudoun County. On the ballot will be candidates for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and Members of the House of Delegates. Loudoun County also has two bond questions and the towns of Leesburg and Round Hill have special elections for a […]
RPAC Announces 2017 Endorsements for Local Virginia General Assembly Candidates
September 21, 2017
The Virginia REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) announced its endorsements for local candidates running for the Virginia House of Delegates on November 7, 2017. RPAC supports legislators and candidates who support maintaining a healthy real estate environment. These candidates are chosen by REALTORS® based on the candidates’ views on real estate-related issues. RPAC promotes the REALTOR® Party […]