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Understanding Hidden Bias

June 5, 2020 in KCRAR

These hidden biases aren’t purposely created; they’re products of our brain’s self-generated definition of normal and acceptable…

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Two KCRAR Members Inducted into RPAC Hall of Fame

in Government Affairs

  KCRAR members Jeff Carson and Jeff Hill were recently honored for their achievements in lifetime contribution to the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) by being inducted into the RPAC Hall of Fame. Carson has served as both KCRAR and Heartland MLS President in 2002 and 2010, respectively, in addition to serving as President of […]

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President Howe: Fighting Systemic Racism in Real Estate

June 3, 2020 in Guest Columns

For the last week, I’ve spent a lot of time figuring out what this month’s message would be. Deciding what real estate topic would be appropriate to talk about with all the continued social injustices and racial inequities going on in the world right now has been weighing heavy on my heart. That was when […]

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NAR: Contract Signings Likely Won’t Go Any Lower

May 29, 2020 in KCRAR

The COVID-19 pandemic hampered home sales contracts in April, but that will likely mark the low point in pending home sales for the year…

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KCRAR And Heartland MLS Reopen Leawood Office, Offer Curbside Pickup

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KCRAR is offering a new no-contact curbside pickup service for store purchases at the Leawood office…

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Managing Home Inspection Fears During The Pandemic

May 28, 2020 in KCRAR

With fearful sellers backing out of the market, make it a top priority to understand how to conduct remote inspections and proper sanitization…

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Virtual Latte and Learn to Explore 1031 Exchange

May 22, 2020 in Education

Grab a cup of coffee and join instructor Jeannie Burke for a virtual Latte and Learn on the basics of the 1031 exchange on Friday, June 5 at 9 a.m. This session will be delivered via Zoom webinar. For agents who work with investors, understanding how 1031 exchanges can benefit clients can be an asset. […]

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KCRAR and Heartland MLS Offer Best Practices for Live Stream Open Houses

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Heartland MLS recently launched a live stream open house feature in Matrix, where users can add a link to their listing that will direct to an entirely virtual open house that will stream live to consumers. Agents can use this tool in conjunction with platforms like Zoom, WebEx or social media platforms to offer consumers […]

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KCRHA Offers Free KCMO Landlord, Tenant Law Workshop

May 21, 2020 in Community

COVID-19, eviction moratoriums, Healthy Homes, Tenant Bill of Rights… the rental market landscape is changing in Kansas City. With the KCMO Tenant Bill of Rights going into effect June 1, last weekend the Kansas City Regional Housing Alliance (KCRHA) hosted a webinar to help landlords navigate and comply with the new regulations. Renowned local landlord/tenant […]

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Become an e-PRO® Now

May 20, 2020 in Guest Columns

There is no better time to earn a designation than the present. Take advantage of NAR’s Right Tools, Right Now program and get your e-PRO® certification. Technology may be intimidating, but this interactive class has an easy to follow format that keeps the attention of the participant. The class is split up into 12 different […]

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