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Beckwith Bolle to be Installed as 2019 President of the Virginia REALTORS®

September 18, 2018

Beckwith Bolle, Principal Broker and Owner of Carter Braxton Preferred Properties, who served as 2013 DAAR President and held numerous leadership positions within the Virginia REALTORS® and National Association of REALTORS®, will be installed as the 2019 President of the Virginia REALTORS® this week. The annual installation and awards ceremony will take place at the […]

Coming Soon: 5 Can’t Miss Features in Bright MLS

September 7, 2018

While subscribers wait for MRIS and Bright MLS to merge their systems in October and November (exact dates TBD), we will begin highlighting features of the new upcoming system that you will be able to use for your business! According to Bright MLS, here are 5 innovative features you’ll be able to access: Matrix 360: […]

REALTOR Safety: 10 Tips for Holding a Safe Open House

September 7, 2018

Open houses can be a great sales tool—but hosting one also exposes you to numerous unfamiliar people for the first time. Take these steps to stay safe: 1. If possible, always try to have at least one other person working with you at the open house. 2. Check your cell phone’s strength and signal prior to the […]

DAAR Public Policy Forum: Future of Health Insurance for REALTORS®

August 31, 2018

Do not miss this unique opportunity to receive the latest updates on national legislative and regulatory efforts to expand access to affordable health insurance coverage. You will also gain valuable insight about navigating health insurance options. Join us on Friday, October 12, 2018 from 10-11:30 am. Attendance is free for DAAR members, $20 for Non-Members: […]

Community Service Spotlight: Volunteers Needed for DeShong’s Gift Back!

August 31, 2018

DAAR’s Community Service Committee (CSC), led by chair Brenda MacEoin and a group of dedicated members, provides leadership in sponsoring and implementing volunteer civic and community activities for the Association and encourages participation by general membership in programs and projects to address local community concerns such as shelter-related projects. This year, CSC is proud to […]

Safety Matters: Feel Safe on the Job

August 27, 2018

September is REALTOR® Safety Month Like many other jobs that require interaction with the public, selling real estate involve some risk.  DAAR is committed to protect it’s members’ safety by educating members of potential threats, and providing them with resources to protect themselves. DAAR can help you stay safe. As part of our ongoing effort […]

Need Virginia Law Webinar: Creating & Licensing Teams and Companies – 8/22

August 17, 2018

Are you curious about what a business entity is and how to form one? Register for the Virginia REALTORS upcoming legal webinar on Wednesday, August 22nd, 10-11AM, where you will learn the different types of business entities and how teams can prepare for the new Virginia law effective January 1, 2019. Register today for this free and […]

SentriLock FAQ – Regional Lockbox Customization

August 8, 2018

If you are going to place your lockbox on a listing outside of your primary Association’s region or area, you may need to customize the lockbox’s region. Without customizing the region, SentriCard® holders outside of your Association may be unable to access your lockbox. If you are placing your lockbox in an Association that services […]

Gene Mock and Beckwith Bolle Receive Virginia REALTORS Honor Society Recognition

July 19, 2018

Congratulations to Beckwith Bolle, Carter Braxton Preferred Properties, Leesburg and Gene Mock, Keller Williams, Leesburg  who have been recognized as a member of the Virginia REALTORS® Honor Society for 2017. The Virginia REALTORS® Honor Society recognizes members for their outstanding commitment, dedication and service to the local, state and national REALTOR® organization. Locally, Beckwith has served […]

Bill Aims to Restore Net Neutrality Provisions

July 19, 2018

The National Association of REALTORS is applauding the introduction in Congress of legislation that would override the Federal Communications Commission’s decision last year to dismantle its net neutrality regulations, which were designed to keep internet service providers from blocking or throttling content and services delivered online.Click here for more information and view the article from […]