National News: NAR Applauds VA Announcement of Home Loan Benefit Changes
National Association of Realtors® President Kevin Sears issued the following statement in response to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announcement of a “Buyer-Broker Agent Temporary Local Variance Circular”: “The VA’s home loan guaranty is the only program that explicitly bans buyers from directly paying for professional real estate representation. We applaud the VA for revising this policy and allowing veterans…
Benefits of TREC HVAC Inspections
Written By: Garrett Hand and Mike Kemper, Owners of Elite Inspection Group and members of CCAR’s Affiliate Committee. Summer is close and that means your HVAC system will be in full working mode. When it comes to maintaining a comfortable and energy-efficient home in Texas, ensuring the proper functioning of your HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and…
1031 Exchanges: Common Mistakes to Avoid
Written By: Whitney Nash, Owner of Above & Below 1031 LLC and member of CCAR’s Affiliate Committee. A 1031 exchange, named after Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code, is a powerful tax-deferral strategy used by real estate investors to defer capital gains taxes when selling investment property. Instead of recognizing the capital gains and…
111 To-Dos to Sell Your Home
So, you’re ready to buy a home. Here’s your next 111 to-dos! Or, do 1 thing. Find a buyer’s agent. CCAR members can download this visually impactful document in the resource folder of their CCAR Info Hub.
Supra eKEY® App Settings
You can adjust many features in the Supra eKEY® app to customize it for your needs. Learn more below! Click Here for Supra’s May 2024 Newsletter with Training & Resources Post content here.
Government Affairs/TREPAC April Recap
Government Affairs/TREPAC April Recap Thursday, April 25 It was another productive and informative Government Affairs/TREPAC meeting this month. Our guest speaker was Mr. Shelby Williams, Plano City Councilman and current candidate for Collin County Republican Party Chair. He gave great insight to the committee about talking politics online and expressed the importance of engaging in…
OneHome Enhancement
OneHome has launched Open House Search and Sort. The below slides provide additional details on what the enhancement means for you.
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Home Prices Increased in First Quarter of 2024
Home prices in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metropolitan Area rose in the first quarter of 2024 as the 30-year fixed mortgage rate ranged from 6.60% to 6.94%, according to the National Association of Realtors®’ latest quarterly report. Compared to one year ago, the median single-family existing-home price in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metropolitan Area increased 1.4% to…
Special Settlement Episodes of Drive With NAR Podcast
If you’re feeling uncertain about what the settlement means for you, tune in to hear three special settlement episodes of the “Drive With NAR” podcast, packed with tools and advice on how REALTORS® are navigating change. What Does NAR’s Settlement Mean for Your Business? Real estate professionals have always had to demonstrate tangible value…
Feed the City with CCAR’s Community Outreach Committee on June 1
CCAR’s Community Outreach Committee invites you to help Feed the City. There are four ways to help Feed The City, a monthly volunteer opportunity where individuals come together at a local venue to make lunches for people in need. Option 1: Volunteer with CCAR’s Community Outreach Committee at Ford’s Garage on Saturday, June 1, 8:30-10:30…