American Dream Auction Held Virtually for the First Time, Raises Over $56,000

August 7, 2020 in Government Affairs

The American Dream Auction was held virtually this year, bringing over 400 KCRAR members together to raise funds for the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC). Bidders raised $56,000 throughout the week, after the silent auction kicked off the event on Monday, continuing until after the live auction Thursday night. Participants bid on items big and […]

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Veterans Community Project ‘Battle Home’ Installation Opens at Union Station

July 30, 2020 in Community

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and the Veterans Community Project (VCP) opened an art installation called “The Battle Home” Monday at Union Station. REALTOR® and VCP co-founder Mark Solomon was honored last year with NAR’s Good Neighbor Award, and this art installation is a part of NAR’s recognition for the work Solomon and VCP […]

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Diversity Committee to Host Unity Concert on Facebook Live

June 26, 2020 in KCRAR

The Diversity Committee aims to use this virtual concert to unify the real estate community in Kansas City…

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NAR to Host Virtual Tech Edge Series for REALTORS®

June 11, 2020 in Education

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) is hosting its Tech Edge Series entirely virtually for the first time. The series will include three live streamed events beginning June 30 designed to teach attendees how to be a stronger virtual agent with topics such as best practices for virtual showings, open houses and tours, 360° photos […]

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KCRAR’s Annual REALTOR® Day At The K Rescheduled To August

April 22, 2020 in KCRAR

KCRAR has rescheduled its annual REALTOR® Day at the K event from May 20 to Thursday, Aug. 20…

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Recharge Conference and Expo brings Expert Speakers to 300+ Real Estate Professionals

March 13, 2020 in KCRAR

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

March 12, 2020 in KCRAR

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

March 6, 2020 in KCRAR

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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Shay Hata to Share Strategies to Increase Business Efficiency at Upcoming Recharge Event

February 27, 2020 in KCRAR

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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Doug Devitre Talks Highlights and Takeaways of Upcoming Recharge Event

February 20, 2020 in KCRAR

Real Estate Technology expert Doug Devitre will be speaking at this year’s Recharge Real Estate Conference and Expo on March 4 at the Sheraton Overland Park. He’ll be coming to the Recharge stage with lessons on smart home and voice first technology. He said he can help Recharge attendees increase their confidence explaining the benefits […]

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