Potential Fair Housing Issues to Keep in Mind During the COVID-19 Pandemic
When an infectious disease, such as Coronavirus, is associated with a specific population or nationality, fear and anxiety may lead to social stigma and potential discrimination. REALTORS® must be mindful of their obligations under the Fair Housing Act and be sure not to discriminate against any particular segment of the population. Below are a few […]
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KCRAR Releases Official Practices and Guidelines for Real Estate Professionals under COVID-19 Stay at Home Ordinance
In recent days, municipalities across the Kansas City region have announced the implementation of Stay at Home Orders to minimize the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. These Executive Orders require residents to remain in their homes unless they are engaging in designated permitted activities deemed necessary to the public, health, safety and welfare of the […]
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Working with the County Recorder and Register of Deeds During COVID-19 State of Emergency
In these uncharted times it’s crucial that our government agencies continue to provide the essential services necessary to keep our economy afloat. The County Recorder and Register of Deeds offices in the Kansas City region play an important role in the success of the local real estate industry. Similarly to many other companies and organizations, […]
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KCRAR and Heartland MLS Offer Recommendations for Showings, Use of Active Status, Suspending Open Houses
As our historically busy spring market has started, and the impact of COVID-19 continues to evolve, KCRAR and Heartland MLS urge its members to stay informed, stay calm and be supportive of fellow brokers, agents and the public. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is currently recommending people not gather in groups of 10 or […]
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Recharge Conference and Expo brings Expert Speakers to 300+ Real Estate Professionals
Over 300 REALTORS® and Industry Partners gathered on March 4 at the Sheraton Overland Park to hear expert speakers and network with exhibitors. Speaker Doug Devitre shared how real estate professionals can be using voice first technology in their businesses, and speaker Shay Hata shared strategies for how to automate communication. Between the two main […]
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KCRAR Cancels Classes and Events Through End of March
As I reported to our members last week on ResourceKC.com, KCRAR has been closely monitoring the development and the risk of exposure to the Coronavirus (COVID19). As your Association’s CEO, I can assure you that your safety and well-being is a top priority for me, your 2020 President Bobbi Howe and the entire leadership team. […]
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Tickets on Sale for 2020 REALTOR® Day at the K
KCRAR members and their friends and family will be gathering at Kauffman Stadium on Wednesday, May 20 for the annual REALTOR® Day at the K event. KCRAR invites its members to join their industry peers to see the Royals play the Angels with first pitch at 7:05 p.m. KCRAR members can purchase their tickets for […]
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Contract Signings Surge, But They Could Be Even Higher
Real estate pros are having a busy winter, and with buyer demand high, it could be even busier if it wasn’t for a lack of inventory continuing to plague many markets. Pending home sales rebounded in January, rising 5.2% month over month, the National Association of REALTORS® reported Thursday. Contract signings are up 5.7% over […]
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Shay Hata to Share Strategies to Increase Business Efficiency at Upcoming Recharge Event
What would you do if you had more available time? After attending Recharge and listening to speaker Shay Hata’s presentation on automated communication on March 4 at the Sheraton Overland Park, that’s the question REALTORS® may be asking themselves. In four years as a new real estate agent, Hata went from $130,000 in sales her […]
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Experts: Lack of Tax Incentives Hurting Homeownership
Changes to the tax code eliminated many financial advantages for homeowners. Policy analysts say new tax measures to boost affordable housing are necessary to keep homeownership attractive. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which weakened longstanding homeownership tax breaks, has had the effect of sidelining many would-be buyers and dampening home sales, housing policy experts […]
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