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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Jimmy Mackin to Speak on Digital Marketing at 2019 Recharge
Jimmy Mackin is one of two keynote speakers coming to Recharge on Feb. 28 at the Sheraton Overland Park. Mackin is the co-founder of Curaytor, a full-service digital marketing company specializing in Facebook marketing and advertising. His company has been featured in Forbes, Inc, The Huffington Post, USA Today and American Express Open Forum since […]
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New Photo Seduction, Online Presence Classes Coming to KCRAR
KCRAR is flying in Jeff Sibbach to teach an exclusive Agent Makeover series on Feb. 7. The series will consist of “Photo Seduction” from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and “Agent Cosmetology: How You Look Online” from 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sibbach is the #1 Agent in Phoenix-Metro according to the Phoenix Business Journal 2018. […]
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Kansas REALTORS® Launch Campaign to Stop Hidden State Income Tax Increases on Kansas Homeowners
The Kansas Association of REALTORS® (KAR) has launched a consumer-focused public awareness campaign to help urge the Kansas Legislature to pass legislation to stop a $30 million hidden state income tax increase on Kansas homeowners. If this effort is not successful, thousands of Kansas homeowners will be forced to pay higher state income taxes, since […]
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KCRAR Members Honored with Emeritus Membership Status
Three distinguished KCRAR REALTOR® members were recognized at the Board of Directors meeting yesterday with the Emeritus honor. President Steve Moyer presented Susan Bowers, Cheri McGaw and Peg McNair with their certificates and pins for achieving the REALTOR® Emeritus honor. In order to achieve this honor, these members had to meet several requirements, including being […]
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UMKC Seminars Offered to KCRAR Members at Discounted Rate
The UMKC Henry W. Bloch School of Management is offering an exclusive $100 discount for KCRAR REALTORS® to enroll in its 2019 seminars. The school is offering several different seminars on various topics from February through December. These courses are designed to equip students with skills and knowledge in areas including innovation, financial management, leadership […]
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