Matrix 360 Coming to Heartland MLS
Matrix™ 360 is the latest version of Matrix from CoreLogic® that unifies listing data and Realist® property data. The result is a truly property-centric listing platform that gives a 360-degree view of properties in the market. Heartland MLS will be launching Matrix 360 in early February with training sessions beginning later this month. The property […]
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NAR Helps Secure FEMA Reversal On New Flood Policies During Shutdown
In a critical win for home sales while the partial shutdown of the federal government is ongoing, the Federal Emergency Management Agency will issue and renew flood insurance policies, reversing an unexpected and controversial ruling the agency released earlier this week. “FEMA and the Administration deserve credit for hearing our concerns and acting swiftly to […]
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Recharge Conference and Expo to Return in 2019
Save the date for Recharge Conference on Thursday, Feb. 28 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sheraton Overland Park. After member feedback from last year’s Xplode Conference, the KCRAR Professional Development Committee has brought back Recharge Conference and Expo. Speakers Stefan Swanepoel and Jimmy Mackin will be exploring topics including real estate trends, […]
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A December Message from Your Heartland MLS President
Picture this fellow MLS subscribers: you are one of 43 associations that are putting aside traditional views of how an MLS is supposed to operate to form a new era of MLS’s. You and your company would be dealing with the adjustments and all that comes with that monumental change. That took place on the […]
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FHA Announces 2019 Loan Limits
On Dec. 14, 2018, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) released its 2019 Loan Limits, effective January 1, 2019. FHA’s loan limits are tied to the loan limits set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency for conventional mortgages. In high-cost areas the FHA national loan limit “ceiling” will increase to $726,525 from $679,650. FHA will also […]
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President Sheridan: Good Good Life
Song: Good Good Life It is hard to believe this verse of my song is coming to an end. It has been such an honor and a privilege to serve every single member of the Kansas City Regional Association. Thank you for the opportunity to be your president. A huge heartfelt kudos to the kick […]
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Kansas City REALTORS® Meet with Kansas Legislators to Discuss 2019 Legislative Priorities
Last week, over 60 Kansas City REALTORS® and members of the Kansas Legislature gathered at the annual Kansas City REALTORS® Legislative Breakfast to discuss the most pressing issues facing REALTORS® and the Kansas City region during the upcoming 2019 Kansas Legislative Session. By attending this complimentary program, REALTORS® were armed with the latest information on […]
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2019 KCRAR Standard Contracts and Forms Available Dec. 17
The 2019 KCRAR residential forms will be available on kcrar.com beginning Monday, Dec. 17. The KCRAR Forms Committee, chaired by Jodi Carpenter, reviewed a number of member suggestions for form changes. The Forms Committee recommended revisions to 23 forms, although some were very minor. A document summarizing the form changes made from 2018 to 2019 […]
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Scam Alert: Email Phishing Attempt Reported
WARNING: If you receive an email appearing to be under the REALTOR® Party banner, it is not from NAR. The email is a solicitation to help “Support Diana” with a financial donation through GoFundMe. This solicitation is not from the REALTOR® Party or the National Association of REALTORS®. NAR will never solicit donations for personal […]
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Steve Moyer Installed as KCRAR President, Award Winners Announced at Holiday Party
Nearly 400 REALTORS®, affiliates and guests gathered on Tuesday as KCRAR installed Steve Moyer as its 2019 President and introduced Heartland MLS 2019 President David Nichols on Tuesday at the Annual Holiday Party, Awards and Installation event held at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. “I’m honored to have the opportunity to lead KCRAR […]
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