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3 Social Media Tactics to Employ in 2019

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As 2018 wraps up, there’s time to reflect on real estate’s marketing landscape. How were agents using their social media platforms as marketing channels in 2018, and what powerful opportunities lie ahead in the new year? According to the National Association of REALTORS®’ September 2018 Technology Survey, 77 percent of members use social media networks […]

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Recharge Conference and Expo to Return in 2019

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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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2019 KCRAR Standard Contracts and Forms Available Dec. 17

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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

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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

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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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St. Joseph REALTORS® Come Together to Bring Coats, Scarves and More to Women and Children this Holiday Season

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  The Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS® St. Joseph Chapter kicked off the holiday season with a celebration at Room 108 in St. Joseph, Mo. Close to 100 members enjoyed an evening of socializing, while giving back to the community through a “Cold Weather Drive.” The Chapter Social Committee spearheaded the drive to benefit […]

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KCRAR Membership Elects Three New Directors

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The results of the KCRAR election were tabulated on Nov. 15; three new directors were elected to the KCRAR Board of Directors. The following members will serve on the Board for a three-year term beginning January 2019. At-Large Director:  Stephen W. Smith, Re/Max Revolution Show Me Region Director:  Steve Banks, Banks Real Estate LLC Rivers […]

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Kansas City RealTalk Podcast Launches on iTunes

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KCRAR has launched a new podcast called Kansas City RealTalk. The podcast, which originated as a concept from KCRAR’s professional development committee, is hosted by 2019 KCRAR President-Elect Bobbi Howe and 2017 KCRAR Salesperson of the Year Alex Goering. Taking on topics like business planning and advocacy, each episode is designed to entertain, while advising […]

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KCRAR Membership Director, Amanda Brewer, Receives RCE Designation from NAR

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Amanda Brewer, Director of Membership for the Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS® was honored this month by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) during its national Conference in Boston, Mass. for earning the REALTOR® association Certified Executive (RCE) designation. According to NAR, the RCE designation recognizes exceptional efforts made by REALTOR® association executives. Brewer […]

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NAR Board of Directors Make Changes at National Conference

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KCRAR was well represented last week at the National Association of REALTORS® Conference and Expo in Boston, Mass. as 35 KCRAR members traveled to the meetings. The NAR Strategic Framework for 2019-2023 took center stage as the NAR Board of Directors, led by 2018 President Elizabeth Mendenhall, adopted a five-year strategic framework to provide a […]

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