President Moyer: From Reluctant Investor to An Unintentional Leader
I’ve always invested in RPAC, but it felt like an obligation. Luke Bell, our Senior Vice President of Governmental Affairs informed me I was the first major investor of the year. I could have used my investment and apparent eagerness as motivation for the rest of you to invest or increase your commitment. However, […]
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Applications for MR Honor Society Due in March
Every year, Missouri REALTORS® opens up applications for its Honor Society, the purpose of which is to “recognize and reward high professional achievement of members who seek excellence through education and who voluntarily contribute their time and skills to Board and Association leadership,” according to its website. New and long-time REALTORS® are both eligible for […]
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Kansas City REALTORS® Rally at the Kansas Capitol to Protect Our Communities and Property Ownership
This past week, hundreds of REALTORS® from across the state of Kansas attended a rally at the Kansas Capitol to lobby members of the Kansas Legislature on important legislative issues affecting communities, the real estate industry and property ownership. This annual event is an opportunity for REALTORS® to learn about the legislative issues impacting the […]
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Smart Growth Class Coming to KCRAR
KCRAR is bringing in a national educator, Nate Johnson, to teach a new class, “Smart Growth for the 21st Century” on Feb. 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Smart Growth is a way to “identify a common ground where developers, environmentalists, public officials, citizens and others can all find acceptable ways to accommodate growth,” […]
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Get to Know the Leadership Academies
Three different leadership academies exist between KCRAR, Missouri REALTORS® and the Kansas Association of REALTORS®. Each offer unique education opportunities for REALTORS® interested in refining their leadership and business skills, and all offer scholarships to select applicants. UMKC REALTOR® Leadership Academy KCRAR and UMKC have partnered to deliver the UMKC REALTOR® Leadership Academy. All KCRAR members […]
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First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account Accessible to Missourians
Thanks to the effort of Missouri REALTORS®, first-time homebuyers in Missouri have a new tool to help them purchase their first home. Called “Missouri First Home,” these First-Time Homebuyer Savings accounts were approved by the legislature and signed by the Governor in 2018. Sam Licklider, Chief lobbyist for Missouri REALTORS®, said these accounts will help […]
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Save the Dates: KCRAR Announces Upcoming Events
KCRAR has announced the dates for its Spring events, and these member-favorite events will return again this year. Tickets and registration for each event will go on sale in the weeks preceding the event. Recharge Conference and Expo – Feb. 28 Recharge 2019 is just around the corner, and KCRAR announced today an extension […]
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Tax Win: IRS Provides Clear Test on How 20% Deduction Applies to Rental Income, Exchanges
The Internal Revenue Service has issued final rules on the 20 percent business income deduction (Sec. 199A of the Tax Code) that was enacted in late 2017 as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.on the 20 percent business income deduction (Sec. 199A of the Tax Code) that was enacted in late 2017 as part […]
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10 New Features Coming with Matrix 360
Matrix 360, the latest version of the Heartland MLS system, will launch on Feb. 5. Matrix 360 unifies listing data and Realist® property data to form a truly property-centric listing platform that gives a 360-degree view of properties. To prepare for the launch, here are 10 Matrix 360 features that will enhance Heartland MLS: A […]
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Rally for Homeownership During the 2019 KAR Capitol Conference
On Wednesday, Feb. 6, hundreds of Kansas REALTORS® will gather in the Kansas Capitol in Topeka to rally for property ownership and urge the Kansas Legislature to stop a $30 million hidden state income tax increase on middle class Kansas homeowners. This annual event will be an opportunity to connect with other REALTORS® across the […]
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