KCRAR’s Consumer Ad Campaign Kicks Off Fall Television Flight
You likely noticed KCRAR’s Consumer Advertising Campaign appearing in local print publications, on television and across digital and social media channels throughout the summer. This month the campaign began its second round on local and cable television just in time for Fall Premiers for your favorite programs and sporting events. Feedback on the campaign has […]
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KCRAR Donates $10,000 for TX Flood Relief & Encourages Members to Respond to Flood Insurance Call for Action
Amid the tragedy of the devastating flooding in Texas, REALTORS® around the country, including those here in Kansas City, have been stepping in to offer support. This week, the Trustees of KCRAR’s Charitable Fund approved a $10,000 contribution to help Texas flood victims. KCRAR members who wish to make a contribution are encouraged to do […]
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Membership Approves Bylaw Changes
KCRAR Members were recently sent ballots to consider changes to the KCRAR Bylaws. There were three proposed Bylaw changes and all three amendments passed with a resounding “YES”. One Bylaw change involved an update of the KCRAR Mission Statement (82% approval); another revision resulted in a change to the composition of the KCRAR Board of […]
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Translation Services Available, by Members for Members
Our metro area is proudly diverse, and, as such, it’s not uncommon for our REALTOR® members to encounter a language barrier. While every Kansas City resident deserves the best help available with their real estate buying and selling decisions, communication and interaction can sometimes be difficult, leading to misunderstandings during a transaction, or clients foregoing […]
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Rock the Block Announcement Receives Overwhelming Response from Members
Last week, we announced the date for the 2017 REALTORS® Rock the Block event, and were subsequently blown away by the member response. Many, many of you have since contacted us here at KCRAR asking not only for details, but how you could go about volunteering to be a part of the big day. So, […]
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Heartland MLS to Provide dotloop Premium at No Cost
If you are a dotloop user who had been preparing to shell out $29.99 a month beginning September 1st because of dotloop’s recent decision to discontinue their free product offering… fear not! Keep calm and carry on, Heartland MLS to the rescue! Heartland MLS has negotiated an arrangement to provide dotloop Premium at no additional […]
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Message from President Jeff Hill
Rock the Block is back, and I couldn’t be more excited about it. As with last year, we have partnered with Habitat for Humanity Kansas City for this year’s REALTOR® community service or neighborhood revitalization event. This one-day project will be even larger than last year and will provide our REALTOR® members the opportunity to […]
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Keep Your Clients Safe from Cyber Fraud
Cyber fraud has become a significant problem, and unfortunately the real estate settlement process is now a big target for cyber crooks. One increasingly common scenario, involves wire transfers of down payment dollars intended for a title company. In short, the bad guys spoof the email address of real estate agents and/or title companies to […]
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YPN & You: Video Tips For Great Success
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Veterans… Don’t Use Just Any REALTOR®, Use a Real Estate Agent Who Understands the Military
Buying home will probably be one of the largest, most significant purchases of your life. You should treat the experience as a once in a lifetime opportunity. Although every REALTOR® must go through the same training, not all REALTORS® are created equal. As experts in their field, they all find their niche, so to speak. […]
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