September 5, 2012
Kansas City Rally for Homeownership     

 

Join KCRAR as we Rally for Homeownership from 11:30-1 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum (500 W. U.S. Highway 24, Independence, MO 64050). You'll hear from state and local elected officials and other representatives of the home building and real estate communities (and enjoy a free lunch) as you demonstrate your support for the American Dream of homeownership. 

 

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New Resident Magazine now available

 

We are proud to announce that the 2012-2013 KCRAR Greater Kansas City New Resident Magazines are back from the press and ready to be distributed. If you would like copies of these premium relocation magazines delivered to your office, please email Kathy Moor, with MetroMedia at kmoore@metromediapublishers.com. She will need your contact information and the hours your office is open for delivery.   

 

You may request up to 50 magazines, which is one box, and should you need additional copies in the future you may pick them up from the KCRAR office. 

Director Applications due Sept. 7

 

Don't wait - applications for the KCRAR Board of Directors are due Sept. 7. Now is the time for you to become involved in making decisions that will influence the lives of KCRAR members and the industry as a whole. Share your expertise and experience as a leader of one of the nation's largest REALTORŪ Associations! 

 

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Will you nominate the award winner?

 

If you know someone who deserves to be recognized for excellence in the real estate industry, nominate them for the 2012 KCRAR "Of the Year" Awards. Applications and nominations are due Sept. 14, 2012.   

 

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RPAC Trivia Night hosted by YPN-KC   

 

Join the Young Professionals Network - Kansas City at RPAC Trivia Night at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 at The Well, 7421 Broadway, Kansas City, MO. The live hosted trivia game beginning at 6:30 p.m. will test your knowledge in categories such as movies, television, music, sports, celebrities and more! All proceeds benefit RPAC.

Code of Ethics Training    

 

Nearly 3,000 KCRAR members have not yet completed Code of Ethics training. All KCRAR members must complete and report Code of Ethics training by December 31, 2012.  

 

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Industry News 

 

An improving housing market is critical for consumer confidence and an overall economic recovery, analysts say.

Short Sales to Get Faster With Fannie, Freddie 
The Federal Housing Finance Agency has issued new guidelines that will more quickly qualify borrowers and speed up the short-sale process.
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