Battling Kan. Gov. Brownback's Proposal
One legislative topic of special interest to KAR and KCRAR is the proposed elimination of the home mortgage interest deduction, as called for by Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback during a Jan. 16 announcement.
In response to this issue, KAR has scheduled a REALTORŪ Legislative and Homeownership Rally at the Kansas Capitol Feb. 13. The website ProtectTheDeduction.com will also be reintroduced as a way to rally support to protect the mortgage interest rate deduction.
Read more here. Register for the Homeownership Rally at the Kansas Capitol here.
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Legislative Summit Review
Both The Kansas Association of REALTORSŪ (KAR) and the Missouri Association of REALTORSŪ (MAR) held legislative conferences in January (Jan. 8-9 and Jan. 18, respectively).
KAR
KAR's legislative and education conference in Topeka, Kan. featured keynote speaker Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research with the National Association of REALTORSŪ. His discussion on the housing market and economic outlook can be found here.
United States Senator Pat Roberts also spoke to the Governmental Affairs committee during the KAR legislative meetings.
Above: United States Senator Pat Roberts speaks to the Governmental Affairs committee at the KAR legislative meetings in Topeka, Kan.
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MAR
More than 40 members from KCRAR traveled to Jefferson City, Mo. to deliver the REALTORŪ agenda to their state legislators at the MAR legislative conference.
Topics of discussion included issues such as Fair Tax and incentives for homeownership and real estate development.
Above: Representatives from KCRAR meet with Rep TJ Berry at the Capitol Conference in Jefferson City. Pictured are Mike Ebenroth, Marcha Cull, Mary Richards, Rue Lovett, Kristi Soligo-Fleshman, Rep Berry, Katheryn Clark, Emily Sicks, Andrea Boeh Sheridan, Marlo Howard and Cecil Lovett |
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We've Heard Why You Love the Heartland MLS App
The following are some of the many positive responses we have received about the new HMLS App, or special software that allows you access to MLS data through iPhones, iPads and Blackberrys, as well as your Android devices (smartphones and tablets).
"It is so user-friendly and makes my job so much easier. Clients appreciate how quickly I am able to provide them with the answers they need. Love it!"
"AMAZING!! AMAZING!! AMAZING!! I love this app! Great job Heartland MLS!"
"The new Heartland MLS app is very helpful in the field with clients. I love that it pulls up all the homes around me with a couple of clicks using the built in GPS features of my Android devise."
The HMLS app can be downloaded in Google Play and the Apple App store. Once downloaded, you can log in with your existing MLS credentials. |
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NAR's President's Cup Winners
The NAR's President's Cup is awarded annually to states that achieve all of their advocacy and RPAC goals for the year. In 2012, just 14 states earned the distinction - among those were both Missouri and Kansas. Pictured here: KCRAR's Lee McClelland, Jeff Carson and Steve Banks with 2012 KAR President John F. Brocker at the National Convention in Orlando, Fla. 
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Be First In Line Feb. 1 to RECHARGE
Did you know that registration opens as early as February 1 for RECHARGE - the technology conference that already has people talking? Stay tuned for the keynote speaker announcement coming soon! |
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Reminder: Annual Registration of Rental Properties Due Jan. 31
All owners of rental dwellings located in Kansas City, Mo., must renew or establish registration of their rental properties with the City of Kansas City, Mo., Neighborhoods and Housing Services Department for 2013 by Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013.
Owners can register rental properties through Jan. 31 without incurring a registration fee. However, failure to register a rental dwelling before Feb. 1 will result in the issuance of an administrative citation fine of $50. For each month (or portion thereof) that a rental dwelling is not registered, an additional $50 fee will be assessed.
Online registration is available at http://www.kcmo.org/neigh. For more information about the Rental Registration and Inspection Program, visit http://www.kcmo.org/neigh, or contact the Neighborhoods and Housing Services Department at 816-513-9010.
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Roadshow Series Makes Professional Development a Short Drive Away
Starting this February, KCRAR is taking your personal and professional development opportunities on the road. "The Roadshow Series" will offer you opportunities to grow through a variety of insightful and empowering programs. The following are a few you should plan for today!
Tax Strategies for the Real Estate Professional
Feb. 15, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Registration Fee $0
Embracing Mobility
February 27
10 a.m. - Noon
Registration Fee $0 |
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Upcoming
KCRAR Education
Jan. 23 New Member Orientation for KCRAR
Jan. 30 - 2013 KCRAR Forms (CE)
Feb. 6 - Two-State Core
Feb. 6 - Understanding Appraisers
Feb. 12 - Mastering REO Transactions
Feb. 12 - Stellar Seller Services
Feb. 13 - Advanced Short Sales
Feb. 13 - Real Estate Auctions 101
Feb. 14 Tax Reduction Solutions for the Self- Employed
Feb. 15 Roadshow Series: Tax Reduction for the Self-Employed
Feb. 27 Roadshow Series: Embracing Mobility
To enroll: Log in as a member at www.kcrar.com and register under "Education."
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Coming Soon: The New & Improved KCRAR.com!  |
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