President Sheridan: She Blinded Me with… Technology
Song: She Blinded Me with… Technology If you hadn’t yet heard, Xplode Technology Conference was last week, and nearly 600 people were in attendance! Among those 600, I was somewhere in the crowd, soaking in as much information as I could right there next to you all. About a dozen speakers presented on topics in […]
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‘Inspiring Greatness’ with the Independence School District
Pop Quiz: What local school district… Is one of only 19 school districts in the nation chosen by Ford Next Generation Learning to implement the Academy model, offering more than 90 college credit courses with more than 400 college hours available? Collaborates with seven colleges and universities? Has been named the MSBA Early Childhood Education […]
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2017 in Review
2017 was a year of growth for KCRAR and HMLS. We grew in numbers, surpassing 10,000 members. We grew geographically, adding 9 counties through our merger with the St. Joseph Regional Association of REALTORS®. We grew in innovation, introducing a new and more efficient member portal, implementing a consumer multimedia advertising campaign, launching our member […]
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Heartland MLS President’s Message
I am proud and thankful for the time I’ve spent on the Heartland MLS board and now as President. We aren’t just ‘the MLS.’ I believe we are a dynamic community. From the dedicated staff to your board and the Executive Committee, we are focused on constant improvement and service to help your business run […]
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Why You Should Attend the NAR meetings in Washington D.C. this Spring
If you’re reading this, you’re most likely aware of the important role that REALTOR® Advocacy plays in our industry. You’ve probably responded to a few Call to Action emails, contributed to the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC), maybe even attended our annual RPAC auction (Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 3!). Now here’s your chance […]
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How to Effectively Use the New Member Portal
Hi. Jennifer Moreno from accounting here! With the busy dues season behind us, I wanted to take the opportunity to address some feedback we have received regarding our new member portal. There has been some confusion about how to log in to the portal and pay a bill. I thought it would be […]
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President Sheridan: Fight for Your Right
Song: Fight for Your Right by the Beastie Boys Thank you to those who took and will take time out of their businesses to attend hill visits in Jefferson City, Mo. and Topeka, Kan. While on the hill, we spoke with our legislators regarding issues that affect home ownership as well as the right to […]
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A Letter from Your President
‘What Have You Done for Me Lately?’ First, a quick introduction in case we haven’t met. I’m Andrea Sheridan and I’m proud to be serving as your 2018 KCRAR President. I look forward to corresponding with you throughout the year to keep you up to date on important KCRAR news. Beginning with this writing, you’ll […]
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Message from President Jeff Hill
Rock the Block is back, and I couldn’t be more excited about it. As with last year, we have partnered with Habitat for Humanity Kansas City for this year’s REALTOR® community service or neighborhood revitalization event. This one-day project will be even larger than last year and will provide our REALTOR® members the opportunity to […]
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Veterans… Don’t Use Just Any REALTOR®, Use a Real Estate Agent Who Understands the Military
Buying home will probably be one of the largest, most significant purchases of your life. You should treat the experience as a once in a lifetime opportunity. Although every REALTOR® must go through the same training, not all REALTORS® are created equal. As experts in their field, they all find their niche, so to speak. […]
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