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Do you Love a Balanced Budget?
Do you Love a Balanced Budget? Are you an expense and revenue person? Do you love a good budget? We have just the thing for you! Apply before October 7, 2022 to serve on the CCAR Budget and Finance Committee. Openings will become available for a term beginning January 1, 2023 through Dec. 31, 2024.…
Read MoreU.S. Supreme Court Ends CDC Eviction Moratorium
U.S. Supreme Court Ends CDC Eviction Moratorium The U.S. Supreme Court ended the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC’s) eviction moratorium Thursday night, giving much-needed relief to America’s small housing providers facing financial hardship for more than a year. In a 6-3 ruling, a majority of justices agreed that the stay on the lower…
Read MoreSigns of a Stabilizing Real Estate Market Emerge in Collin County
Signs of a Stabilizing Real Estate Market Emerge in Collin County The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that July showed signs of a stabilizing housing market as new listings and homes under contract remain stable when compared to the year prior. In July, 1.1% fewer new listings entered the market (2,224 vs. 2,249)…
Read MoreA Decade in Texas Real Estate Report
A Decade in Texas Real Estate Report Median home prices in Texas increased $112,200 over the past decade amid steadily increasing numbers of homes sold each year, according to a report released today by Texas REALTORS®. The report, A Decade in Texas Real Estate, features statewide and local-market data on total homes sold, median price,…
Read MoreHow HOA Laws Are Changing in Texas
How HOA Laws Are Changing in Texas Check out this quick reference page to get all the information you need to know on what the recent HOA reform means for you and your clients. Categories CCAR Events CCAR News Government Affairs Lone Star Homes Market Trends North DFW Real Producers Magazine Professional Development Spotlight Uncategorized…
Read MoreOppler Op-ed: Compensation Model, MLS Are Pro-Consumer
Oppler Op-ed: Compensation Model, MLS Are Pro-Consumer National Association of REALTORS® President Charlie Oppler is promoting the real estate industry’s compensation model and multiple listing service in a new national op-ed, explaining their pro-consumer benefits after the U.S. Department of Justice reneged on its settlement with the association. As part of the agreement with the…
Read MoreYour Real Estate Rundown for June 2021
Your Real Estate Rundown for June 2021 The Collin County housing stats for June 2021 are in, click below to see the most current data. Categories CCAR Events CCAR News Government Affairs Lone Star Homes Market Trends North DFW Real Producers Magazine Professional Development Spotlight Uncategorized Archives Archives Select Month November 2024 October 2024 September…
Read MoreCollin County’s Home Inventory Crisis Becomes the New Norm
Collin County’s Home Inventory Crisis Becomes the New Norm The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that, despite increased profits, homeowners remained reluctant to sell in June. This continued reluctance increased ongoing inventory shortages, as demand remained strong for North Texas homes. In June, homes remained on the market for 15 days, 70.0% less…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Clear Cooperation and Coming Soon Status with Kinski Moss
What You Need to Know About Clear Cooperation and Coming Soon Status with Kinski Moss On June 24, 2021, Kinski Moss, Texas REALTORS® Director of Board Services, joined CCAR’s virtual Broker/Manager and Independent Broker Network (IBN) event to provide a clear understanding of how to avoid Clear Cooperation fines. Kinski’s presentation answered the question, “Why…
Read MoreAre Cash Offers Really King?: Financing in a Residential Transaction
Are Cash Offers Really King?: Financing in a Residential Transaction By Bob Baker, Keller Williams Realty on behalf of CCAR’s REALTOR®/Lender Committee This article addresses financing in a residential transaction, with special attention given to FHA/VA financing. A key concept in a transaction relates to the money that makes up the sales price. A buyer…
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