CCAR News
Government Affairs/TREPAC- What am I Missing?
Government Affairs/TREPAC- What am I Missing? Being a CCAR member, you’ve likely heard about our Government Affairs/TREPAC committees, and we want YOU to join in on the fun. Because these two committees go hand & hand, they have formed one large group of like minded individuals who want to take real estate advocacy to the…
Read MoreSetting the Stage for Success: The Unseen Advantages of Professional Floorcare, Air Duct Cleaning and Restoration Services
Setting the Stage for Success: The Unseen Advantages of Professional Floorcare, Air Duct Cleaning and Restoration Services Written By: Angie Owens, Carpet Tech and CCAR Affiliate Member In the realm of real estate, understanding and addressing potential issues within a home can significantly impact both its marketability and the well-being of its future occupants. Water/Flood…
Read MoreElection Day is Here, Time to get out and Vote!
Election Day is Here, Time to get out and Vote! Tuesday, March 5 is the Texas Primary Elections. No matter where your vote will go, getting out and making your voice heard is important. Change always starts at the local level because your local representatives make their constituents’ voices heard at the National & State…
Read MoreWe Need You: Apply Now for 2025-2027 Director or 2025 Secretary/Treasurer
We Need You: Apply Now for 2025-2027 Director or 2025 Secretary/Treasurer CCAR REALTOR® Members: Are you interested in serving your Association as a Director or Secretary/Treasurer? CCAR is currently accepting applications for 2025–2027 Director positions and 2025 Secretary/Treasurer. To learn about the qualifications of each position and to apply, please click here. The deadline to…
Read MoreIncreased Inventory Failed to Inspire Sales
Increased Inventory Failed to Inspire Sales Collin County Area Realtors (CCAR) reports a stark increase in inventory as fewer homes went under contract and more new listings entered the market in January 2024. In January, 23.2% more homes entered the market compared to the year prior (1,573 vs. 1,277). During the same time, 8.1% fewer…
Read MoreThe Road to Homeownership: Collin County Area REALTORS® Share Benefits of Hiring a Real Estate Professional
The Road to Homeownership: Collin County Area REALTORS® Share Benefits of Hiring a Real Estate Professional CCAR recently partnered with Community Impact Newspaper’s Storytelling campaign to share important news about us and our local community. Here’s a link to our sponsored article featured in the McKinney newsletter. In this recent article, Jamuna Thill, Collin County Area…
Read MoreDecember 2023 Hot Gift Guide: A New Home
December 2023 Hot Gift Guide: A New Home Collin County Area Realtors (CCAR) reports that Collin County’s home sales surged in December as homes went under contract and closed faster than the year prior. In December, 16.6% more homes went under contract than the previous year, going under contract in 50 days, four fewer…
Read MoreNew Realist Dashboard Coming Soon
New Realist Dashboard Coming Soon In a challenging market, it’s essential for agents to position themselves as the local market expert. With the new Realist Insights Dashboard, it is now easier than ever for agents to access valuable market data right at their fingertips. Market trends Industry insights Saved searches Previously viewed properties On January…
Read MoreStay Safe and Prepared this Winter Season
Stay Safe and Prepared this Winter Season If there’s one thing about Texas, it’s that the weather will keep you on your toes. Here are a few tips to share with clients, friends, and family to help everyone prepare their homes! Days Before a Freeze: Wrap outdoor and indoor pipes in unheated areas. Remove…
Read MoreWe Polled 75 CCAR Leaders, See What They had to Say
We Polled 75 CCAR Leaders, See What They had to Say At a recent Leadership Training, a room of 75 CCAR 2024 Leaders were asked “What do you think of when you think of CCAR?”. You can see their responses in the word cloud above. Categories CCAR Events CCAR News Government Affairs Lone Star Homes…
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