Congratulations to Jessica Barker: CCAR’s New Professional Development Director
It is with great excitement that CCAR announces Jessica Barker has been named CCAR’s new Professional Development Director. Jessica brings a vast array of experience to this position, and looks forward to embracing new technology to make CCAR courses more convenient than ever. “While 2020 has been a difficult year, it made our adaptation to…
2020 General Election Voting and REALTOR® Party Supported Candidates
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3 Early Voting Dates: October 13-30 Voting Information and Locations: Collin County | Denton County | Dallas County The 2020 General Election is November 3. Please keep in mind that the general election consists of offices at the local, state, and federal levels. There are three main differences this November:…
Affordability Conundrum Continues for Collin County
The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that home sales continued to outpace new listings in September, reducing housing affordability across the county. Collin County had 53.5% more homes under contract in September 2020 compared to the same time last year, and 5.1% fewer new listings (1,647 vs. 1,736). A combination that further strained…
You Have Skin in the Political Game
Originally Published in the October 2020 Edition of North DFW Real Producers Magazine It may not rev your engine to talk about politics, much less trade associations or political action committees, but what about the down payment options available to first time home buyers or the ability to purchase a home in a flood…
Your August 2020 Real Estate Rundown
The Collin County housing stats for August 2020 are in, click below to see the most current data.
Texas Condominium and Townhome Sales Decline, Median Price Increases from 2019 to 2020
Texas condominium and townhome sales from July 2019 to June 2020 declined compared to the same period the previous year, according to the Texas Condominium Sales Report released today by Texas REALTORS®. The number of condominiums sold decreased 9.8% to 11,875 sales, while townhome sales declined 0.2% to 8,616 sales. The report analyzes condominium and townhome data…
Texas Realtors Names Collin County Realtor, Nick Kline, “Realtor to Watch,” and Recognizes 19 Others with Acts of Kindness Awards
CCAR is proud to announce that Past President, Nick Kline, has been honored with the “Realtors to Watch” award by the Texas Realtors. The Realtors to Watch award recognizes Texas Realtors under the age of 40 for their excellence in leadership, community involvement, and sales. As a seasoned agent with over 15 years in the…
A New Home was on Many North Texans’ School Supply List
The Collin County Association of Realtors reports home shopping was on many North Texans’ back-to-school lists in August, as home sales continued to outpace inventory. Collin County had 58.6% more homes under contract in August 2020 compared to the same time last year, and 8.8% fewer new listings (1,811 vs. 1,986). A combination that further…
Thank You, REALTORS®
Originally Published in the September 2020 Edition of North DFW Real Producers Magazine Dear Realtors, I know you make money when you sale a property, but when I ask you what you love most about your job, you’re not likely to cite pay first. You help your clients achieve part of the American dream. Whether helping a…
Collin CARES COVID Economic Recovery Business Grant Program
On Aug. 24, 2020, The Commissioners Court approved the Collin CARES Small Business Grant Program, setting aside $15 million of CARES Act funds for businesses physically operating within Collin County, exclusive of the City of Dallas. Up to a $25,000 grant per business will be awarded for eligible businesses that experienced a gross revenue loss…