Government Affairs
The Texas Legislature: Let’s Talk About It
The Texas Legislature: Let’s Talk About It What is the Texas Legislature and what does that mean for the state? Those are great questions to discuss now that we have entered the 88th Texas Legislature. The Texas Legislature is the state Senate and House of Representatives coming together to consider proposed laws and resolutions, consideration…
Read MoreTexas REALTORS® Wants You to Know Your Taxes
Texas REALTORS® Wants You to Know Your Taxes Proposed tax rates have been published and now is the time to get engaged in setting property tax rates! Step 1: Check out KnowYourTaxes.org to find your county’s specific information and how the proposed rates impact you. Step 2: Attend local meetings in person or comment online…
Read MoreWho Represents You?
Who Represents You? Have you ever wondered who your local, state, and national representatives are? Or how to get in contact with one of your Representatives? Thanks to The Texas Tribune, it’s easy to find out! You’ll want to check out your city’s website for your local city council members. For your state and national…
Read MoreHow is Each Level of TREPAC Investment Recognized?
How is Each Level of TREPAC Investment Recognized? When you choose to invest in TREPAC, you choose to support your own industry. You also choose to fight for your client’s private property rights as well as advocate for homeownership. TREPAC is all about giving, so check out these graphics made by Texas REALTORS® that show…
Read MoreWorking with HOAs Regarding SB 1588: Proactive and Practical Experience
Working with HOAs Regarding SB 1588: Proactive and Practical Experience By Jonathan Roberts at SilverTop Property Management and Member of CCAR’s Property Management Committee The CCAR January Property Management Committee meeting focused on Texas Senate Bill 1588. The 2021 Texas 87th Legislative Session closed with new bills that significantly affect property owners associations (POAs/HOAs) governed…
Read MoreEarly Voting for March 1st Primary
Early Voting for March 1st Primary Early voting for the March 1, 2022 Primary is coming up and we want to help you prepare. Here are a few things to know: Last day to apply for Ballot by Mail: Friday, February 18, 2022 (Received) Early Voting: Monday, February 14, 2022 – Sunday, February 20, 2022 and…
Read MoreCCAR Members Named 2021 TREPAC Award Recipients
CCAR Members Named 2021 TREPAC Award Recipients Our REALTORS® know behind every transaction is a group of people who advocate for not only their industry, but their clients as well. It’s because of your time and investments that we are continuously able to fight for homeownership and private property rights now and in the future.…
Read MoreCandidate Interviews for the 2022 Primary Elections and Frisco City Council Place 5
Candidate Interviews for the 2022 Primary Elections and Frisco City Council Place 5 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…
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 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…
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