Supra Updates Access Point to CBS Codes within Its App
Some Industry Partners, such as home inspection companies, radon companies and photographers, may subscribe to receive Supra eKeys and access iBoxes to enter listed properties on their own for the convenience of REALTORS®. But for these members to gain access, they will need a Call Before Showing (CBS) Code from the property’s listing agent. These […]
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Heartland MLS Adopts Changes to Rules and Regulations Effective March 1
Heartland MLS announced this week the implementation of a National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) mandated change to its rules and regulations, as well as two HMLS Board of Directors approved updates that will take effect on the same date, March 1, 2021. This update to the HMLS Rules and Regulations will primarily involve the enforcement […]
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Recharge Speaker Spotlight: Maura Neill
REALTOR® and real estate speaker Maura Neill will be joining the lineup of expert speakers at Recharge on March 25, where she will deliver a session on strategies when dealing with multiple offers. Neill asserts that a low inventory market means a skill set shift, which is why her session addresses how to handle multiple […]
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KCRAR REALTOR® Store Introduces Closing Gift Options
The KCRAR REALTOR® store has launched a new line of closing gift items specifically curated for agents to gift to their clients to celebrate closing on their new homes. The central point of the gift set are two candles with labels reading “Home Sweet Home” and “New Home Smell” available in a variety of scent […]
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$324 Million Made Available for Missouri Landlord and Tenant Assistance
Missouri Governor Mike Parson recently signed legislation which allocates more than $324 million in funding to landlords and tenants in Missouri. This assistance is distributed through the Emergency Rental Arrears Program (ERAP), which reimburses landlords for past due rent payments. “HB 16 will provide much needed assistance to tenants and landlords across the state. COVID-19’s […]
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Recharge Speaker Spotlight: Elizabeth Mendenhall
2018 President of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Elizabeth Mendenhall will be speaking at KCRAR’s upcoming virtual Recharge Conference on March 25. In her session, entitled “Own Your Mind – Maximizing your mindset for premier selling,” Mendenhall will share tips on how to learn to move forward from past mistakes, being flexible in the […]
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5 Home Security Tips for New Homeowners
By Aimee Adams As a new homeowner, home security is essential. Many areas in Kansas City have low-crime rates, but regardless of where your home is located, crime can happen. Fortunately, you can take appropriate steps to deter burglars from targeting your home. Here are five ways to help protect your house, belongings and most […]
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NAR Finds Black Home Buyers More Than Twice as Likely to Have Student Loan Debt, Be Rejected for Mortgage Loans Than White Home Buyers
National Association of REALTORS® Key Highlights The U.S. homeownership rate was 64.2% in 2019. At 69.8%, the rate for non-Hispanic white Americans exceeds the national rate. However, the Black homeownership rate – 42% – represents a Black-white homeownership gap of almost 30%. The homeownership rates for Asian Americans and Hispanic Americans are 60.7% and 48.1%, […]
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RPR to Launch Redesigned and Rebuilt Platform for REALTORS®
RPR will launch a new, simplified and reorganized version of its platform on Feb. 24. This new design will focus on new and productive ways for agents to “wow” their clients and close more deals. The updated look and feel, including a new homepage design will include features and tools that take REALTORS® step-by-step through their most […]
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Clarification on Use of KCRAR Coronavirus Forms
By Perry Crume, KCRAR Chief Operating Officer Last March when KCRAR was working tirelessly to ensure real estate activities were deemed as “essential services” by local municipalities, everyone was quickly navigating the new landscape. At that time, KCRAR released two optional Coronavirus forms to assist with the unknown. Recently, there has been some confusion or […]
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