Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Block Chain, 3D Printing: Why NAR is Investing in the Future of Tech with Ashley Stinson
Don’t miss the latest episode of CCAR’s podcast Welcome to the Top with Second Century Ventures Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, Ashley Stinson. In this episode you will learn how NAR is playing a pivotal role in tech startups across the globe, its vision for the future, and its take on disruptors. Listen Now
Voter Registration Deadline for Municipal Elections is April 1
April 1, 2021 is the last day to register to vote in the May 1 municipal elections. If you’re not registered yet, you can register to vote in person at your county voter registrar’s office. Libraries and post offices also provide postage-paid voter application forms. If neither of these are an option for you, you…
Collin County’s Housing Market Far from Balanced One Year into the Pandemic
The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that the pandemic has left the Collin County housing market far from balanced, as new listings remain low and demand for area homes continues to increase. In February, 39.6% fewer homeowners listed their home than the year prior (1,097 vs. 1,815), while 38.7% more homes went under…
Update Your Supra eKEY: A Message from Supra
We are pleased to announce that a new version of the Supra eKEY app has been released. This new version for iOS and Android devices is designed to optimize functionality, improve security, and is the foundation for future enhancements in eKEY. The new version is now available in the App Store and Google Play. When…
Candidate Interviews for Municipal Elections
Each election cycle, CCAR conducts candidate interviews for political offices in order to better understand the candidates’ ideas and visions for when they become elected to public office. TREPAC then may choose to support the candidates who champion private property rights and uphold our REALTOR® members’ values. In order to ensure transparency and participation from…
You Can’t Miss This Step: Video Marketing with Cristina Schaefer
Video marketing has become the number one tool in the marketing toolbox. But what does that mean for you? Listen in as Cristina Schaefer, Director of Social Media at HAR, discusses video marketing’s impact, how to get started, and what kind of response you should expect. Listen now at www.WelcomeToTheTop.com or wherever you get your…
Winter Ice Storm Damage Exemption for Property Taxes
Let your clients know: Businesses and homes that suffered property damage from the winter storm may qualify for a temporary tax exemption. On Friday, February 12, 2021 Governor Greg Abbott issued a Disaster Declaration in response to severe winter weather in Texas. This declaration enables property owners in Collin County to file for a temporary…
Assistance Available for Those Experiencing Effects from Winter Storm
The recent storms caused a lot of damage and upturned so many lives in the DFW area. From electrical outages for extended periods of time to water damage from burst plumbing lines, so many North Texans are struggling to get their lives back in order. The North Texas REALTORS® in Action Foundation (NTRIAF) is here…
Rates, COVID-19, and Forbearance- Oh My!
One year into the global Pandemic and how has it changed the face of lending? Unlike the stock market, mortgage rates can change multiple times a day. This has been a common occurrence over the past year with market volatility very high in the early part of 2020 with more steady low rates now being…
CCAR Mourns the Passing of Christy Black
It is with a heavy heart that we share that Christy Black, CCAR Board of Directors member, passed away unexpectedly last week. In addition to serving on the Board of Directors, Christy was also Chair of CCAR’s Community Outreach Committee, member of CCAR’s Government Affairs and TREPAC Committees, part of the North Texas REALTORS® in…