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| Setting the Stage for Advocacy Success |
| Hopefully you all heard last week’s announcements naming Shannon McGahn as senior vice president of government affairs, reporting to chief advocacy officer Bill Malkasian. In addition, Victoria Gillespie was named NAR’s chief marketing and communications officer. As experts in their respective fields, we are excited to add these powerhouse additions to NAR’s leadership team. |
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| The number of states that do not regulate home inspectors or inspections. To protect consumers and establish a baseline level of competency for home inspectors, the Nebraska, New Mexico, Ohio, and Hawaii state REALTOR® associations have prioritized this issue over the past couple of years. Check out the latest Hot Topic Alert to learn more about the debate over whether home inspectors should require licenses |
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| The number of REALTOR® Champions that NAR is supporting in federal, state, and local races this November. Stay tuned to to the REALTOR® Party Facebook account to see how these candidates who have made significant achievements in advancing the REALTOR® public policy agenda. On Nov. 7, join CEO Bob Goldberg, chief advocacy officer Bill Malkasian, SVP of government affairs Shannon McGhan, and others for a post-election analysis Facebook Live event. |
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| One of the biggest wins for REALTORS® in last year’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the new 20 percent business income deduction. It allows agents and brokers who earn income as independent contractors or from pass-through businesses to take a significant deduction on that income. Learn more about how the 20% business income deduction applies to you. |
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| The date of the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) – Dress Down and Donate Fundraiser during the 2018 REALTORS® Conference & Expo in Boston. On Sunday, November 4 stop by the REALTORS® Relief display area at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, North Lobby to donate, pick up a RRF wristband and remember to wear casual attire on Sunday. Thank you REALTOR® family for your generosity and support over the years! |
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| The REALTOR® Party At Work |
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| TREPAC Gets a Fun-filled Boost from Dallas-area Diversity Groups |
What would you pay to dunk a director of your local REALTOR® board? How about the chance to throw pies at colleagues? Five diversity organizations across the Texas real estate industry joined together to host “Fair Play for TREPAC,” a fun-filled evening that honored the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, and raised more than $6,600 for the Texas Real Estate Political Action Committee. |
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| Placemaking & Puppy Love Go Hand-in-Hand for Kenai Peninsula REALTORS® |
| In the city of Soldotna, Alaska, dogs are having their day in a spacious new dog park. With the help of a Placemaking Grant and a lot of elbow grease, volunteers from the Kenai Peninsula Association worked alongside the Rotary Club and Parks and Rec Department to build a large shelter, with benches, for dogs and owners alike. |
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| Resources & Opportunities |
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| Tackling the Housing Supply Issue in Your Community |
| With increased lending and consistent job creations, the housing market has regained some health, with higher home sales and a very low foreclosure rate. However, the industry today is also facing a lack of inventory. Check out these research and advocacy resources designed to help you understand issues in your community, and be part of a dialogue. |
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| Take the Pledge to Vote |
| Time is running out! Make sure you are registered to vote or update your voter registration information. Building strong communities, protecting property interests and promoting a vibrant business environment begin with voting. On Nov. 6, make sure to you get out the REALTOR® vote and support candidates who understand the issues important to the industry and issues that promote homeownership. |
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| Join the REALTOR® Party Online |
| Are you posting, liking, tweeting or pinning? So is the REALTOR® Party. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and YouTube to get the latest news, information and resources. |
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