Government Affairs
You Have Skin in the Political Game
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…
Read MoreCollin 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…
Read MoreThe CARES Act for Small Businesses
The CARES Act for Small Businesses The CARES Act for Small Businesses Featuring: Karen S Raymond, Business Advisor for Collin Small Business Development Center CARES Act – Audio Only *Audio recorded during CCAR’s live webinar on April 16, 2020. Families First CARES Act Employee’s Rights Poster Payroll Calculations PPP – Borrower Application Form SBA Coronavirus…
Read MoreDo you Love Politics? Apply for the Texas REALTORS® Political Involvement Committee (PIC)
Do you Love Politics? Apply for the Texas REALTORS® Political Involvement Committee (PIC) Just like Texas REALTORS® Regional Vice Presidents and TREPAC Trustees, the Political Involvement Committee (PIC) is a part of the Texas REALTORS® regional leadership structure—and local input is critical. Although every region has different needs, PIC members are generally charged with helping…
Read MoreCandidate Interviews for 2020 May Municipal Elections
Candidate Interviews for 2020 May Municipal Elections 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 uphold our REALTOR® members’ values. In…
Read MoreVote. Act. Invest. with the Best
Vote. Act. Invest. with the Best Feel like a laugh? Check out these TREPAC funnies. 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 December 2024 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 August 2024 July 2024 June 2024 May…
Read MoreGovernment Affairs and TREPAC Collin County Commissioners Court Candidate Interviews
Government Affairs and TREPAC Collin County Commissioners Court Candidate Interviews 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 uphold our REALTOR®…
Read MoreWhy Attending the Texas 86th Legislative Session Review on October 3 is Worth Missing Kickoff
Why Attending the Texas 86th Legislative Session Review on October 3 is Worth Missing Kickoff We get it. Thursdays in October are for football. Even for the football adverse (), attending a Legislative Session Review rarely tops the list of desired Thursday evening activities. That is why we created an easy quiz to evaluate…
Read MoreApply Now: TREPAC Trustee Applications Accepted through July 31
Apply Now: TREPAC Trustee Applications Accepted through July 31 Texas REALTORS® is looking for a TREPAC Trustee to serve our region beginning January 1, 2020. If you would like to be a nominated candidate to serve as TREPAC Trustee and go through the interview appointment process, please review the following criteria, as well as the…
Read MoreQ2 Legislative Update
Q2 Legislative Update Texas Legislature ended Memorial Day: 140 is now over! Quick hits: The 86th Texas Legislature (regular session) ended May 27. As of 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, Texas REALTORS® followed 2,784 of 7,804 bills and resolutions filed. NAR Hill Visit: Hundreds of Texas REALTORS® advocate for real estate consumers Follow Texas…
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