President Howe: Can We All Take A Moment To Just Breathe?
This year, as we all know, is one for history books. I feel like I’ve done about five years’ worth of growing in these last six months, simply by working through the obstacles this year has thrown at me, and I’m sure many of you have as well. I have grown in both my personal […]
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Steer Clear of ‘Steering’
“Steering” is the practice of influencing a buyer’s choice of communities based upon one of the protected characteristics under the Fair Housing Act, which are race, color, religion, gender, disability, familial status, or national origin. Steering occurs, for example, when real estate agents do not tell buyers about available properties that meet their criteria, or […]
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UMKC REALTOR® Leadership Academy Accepting Applications for 2020-2021 Virtual Program
Applications for the 2020-2021 UMKC REALTOR® Leadership Academy are being accepted until July 31. Due to COVID-19, this year’s seven-month program will be held virtually. The Leadership Academy is university-level curriculum, crafted specifically to develop the next generation of REALTOR® leaders in the region. Students of the Academy will explore critical individual and organizational leadership […]
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NAR: Don’t Change Disparate Impact Rule
The National Association of REALTORS® has taken numerous concrete steps to position itself as a leader in the national conversation against racial inequity…
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Inclusivity Webinar Coming to KCRAR
KCRAR is bringing in national speaker Sher Powers for a free non-CE class called “The Umbrella Effect: Building an Unstoppable, Inclusive Culture” to be held virtually on Friday, Aug. 7 from 9 to 11 a.m. The Umbrella Effect is a fast-paced course that provides practical steps to make difficult conversations more comfortable, and explains how […]
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Kansas Real Estate Commission Extends License Renewal Deadline
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly recently signed an executive order granting the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) the power to extend…
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Electronic Notary Law Passed in Missouri
Missouri Governor Mike Parson signed a notary modernization into law on Monday. This law allows for the use of in-person notary on paper, in-person electronic notary and remote electronic notary for the convenience and safety of Notaries Public and those who need notary services. Parson had issued an executive order earlier this year allowing for […]
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President Pierce: Navigating Through Market Adversity
This year has certainly been interesting for our industry thus far. While the full impact of COVID-19 and the resulting job losses to the KC real estate market will take more time to measure, we have already seen months with decreasing year over year sales. Only time will tell whether that trend continues, erodes further […]
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Nominations open for KCRAR ‘Of the Year’ Awards
KCRAR has opened nominations and applications for this year’s annual awards. It is seeking submissions of exceptional REALTORS® deserving of recognition for their work. Each year, the KCRAR Awards Committee selects a recipient in each of the following categories to be honored at the Holiday Party in December. Each award recipient will carry the title […]
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Personal Protective Equipment Available For Curbside Pickup From The KCRAR Store
KCRAR encourages its members to take advantage of its selection of PPE for curbside pickup so REALTORS® can protect themselves and their clients…
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