President Voltz: 2024 Closing Thoughts
By Amy Voltz, 2024 Heartland MLS President Dear Colleagues and Friends, What a year it has been! As 2024 draws to a close, and as I write my final letter to you as HMLS President, I can’t help but reflect on everything we have accomplished, the challenges we’ve overcome together, and where we go from […]
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President Cunningham: REALTORS® Relief Foundation Provides Hope and Assistance in Times of Crisis
By Cindy Cunningham, 2024 KCRAR President I’m sure many of you have seen the videos posted on Facebook by Leigh Brown, a fellow REALTOR® in North Carolina. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Leigh describes the lack of media coverage as stunning. Since the hurricane hit in late September, towns have flooded, destroying roads, bridges […]
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President Voltz: Honoring REALTOR® Safety Month
By Amy Voltz, 2024 Heartland MLS President As we step into September, I want to take a moment to reflect on a topic that is deeply personal to me and profoundly important to all of us in the real estate community—REALTOR® Safety Month. This is not just a calendar event but a significant opportunity for […]
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Cooperative Compensation Remains a Broker’s Choice
By Kipp Cooper, KCRAR & Heartland MLS CEO Well, it has certainly been a week of change for our association and MLS. I am very proud that our REALTOR® family has been able to come together and navigate through these changes in a truly professional way. Over the past few months, your KCRAR and Heartland […]
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President Cunningham: Checking In
By Cindy Cunningham, 2024 KCRAR President Deep breath . . . We did it! We survived the first week of new practices and forms required by the recent NAR lawsuit settlement. First, if you have no idea what I’m talking about, stop reading and run to your broker’s office. New forms were released earlier this […]
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President Voltz: Preparing for Upcoming Business Changes Related to the NAR Settlement
By Amy Voltz, 2024 Heartland MLS President Hello fellow REATORS® and friends, I hope you are enjoying these warm temperatures and the lively summer market. As I sit down to write this message, I feel a profound sense of responsibility to address something that’s on my mind—and probably yours too. If you know me personally […]
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President Voltz: Navigating Market Fluctuations — Strategies for Success
By Amy Voltz, 2024 Heartland MLS President As REALTORS®, we know that the real estate market is a rollercoaster. The ups and downs can be challenging, but they also present opportunities for growth and success. Here are some strategies to help you navigate market fluctuations and come out ahead. Stay Informed and Adaptable First and […]
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President Cunningham: April is Fair Housing Month!
By Cindy Cunningham, 2024 KCRAR President As we embrace Fair Housing Month, it is essential for REALTORS® to reflect on the significance of fair housing laws and their impact on our communities. Established to combat discrimination and ensure equal access to housing opportunities, Fair Housing Month serves as a reminder of the ongoing commitment to […]
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KCRAR Advocates for Real Estate Signs in Warrensburg
By Derek Ramsay, KCRAR Senior VP of REALTOR® Advocacy You probably don’t realize it, but you may be breaking a law right now, as you read this article. If you have a listing with more than one real estate sign posted in the yard, if you have an open house pointer on the corner of […]
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Column: Commit to Fair Housing
By Jennifer Cox, 2024 KCRAR Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Chair Every April, REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 and reflect on housing discrimination and segregation, past and present. As real estate professionals, we have an opportunity to be a part of equitable and inclusive change. Navigating fair housing laws is […]
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