Send a Message to Senators that Tax Reform Should Do No Harm
A plan for tax reform legislation is underway that starts with a "blank slate" meaning that as a starting point, all tax expenditures (including tax deductions such as the mortgage interest deduction, tax exemptions such as the capital gains exemption on the sale of a primary residence, and tax credits such as energy efficiency tax credits) will be removed from the tax code.
By July 26, Senators must submit their tax reform priorities to Senate leaders. Because of this, it is important REALTORS® make their voices heard now to ensure real estate provisions that encourage real estate ownership and investment are on the top of the Senators' lists.
Join the REALTOR® Party's Call to Action and send a message today to Senators that Tax Reform Should Do No Harm here.
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Circle the Date for the Second July KCRAR Roadshow: The How of "Wow" Friday, July 26
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Interested in learning
how to WOW your clients, your referral partners and your friends to guarantee a steady stream of referrals?
Don't miss the "How of Wow" with speaker Timothy Chin on Friday, July 26 in Olathe, Kan.
Timothy is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and business consultant. He has built multiple-million dollar businesses and is host of one of Kansas City's radio business shows on ESPN 1510. He has coached thousands of top business executives and sales professionals over the last 20 years and speaks an average of 150 times a year on sales, marketing and of course networking.
When: Friday, July 26, 10 a.m. - Noon
Where: MidAmerica Nazarene University, Metz Room #103, 2030 E. College Way, Olathe, KS 66062
Cost: No charge
Register by logging in as a member, and click here.
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Commercial Breakfast Club Meeting Honors Whitney Kerr, Sr., SIOR, CCIM, CR
 | | KCRAR President Brenda Oliver, with Whitney Kerr, Sr., SIOR, CCIM, CR |
At the Commercial Breakfast Club meeting on July 10, Whitney Kerr, Sr., SIOR, CCIM, CR, Senior Vice President for Cassidy Turley Commercial Real Estate Services, reflected on his more than 50 years in the real estate industry in an insightful look back and ahead at the many changes in commercial real estate.
At the meeting, Whitney was also recognized with the
REALTOR® Emeritus Award, a special honor given to any person who has held membership in the National Association as a REALTOR®, REALTOR-ASSOCIATE®, or a combination of both, for a total period of 40 years in one or more associations of REALTORS®.
Whitney joins a select group of other recent Commercial Emeritus Award winners who were also recognized at the meeting, including Walt Clements, CCIM, CRE, FRICS with the University of Missouri-Kansas City's Lewis White Real Estate Center, Robert E. Esrey, CRE of Cohen-Esrey Real Estate Services and Jerry Reece of Reece & Nichols. (For a complete list of recent REALTOR® Emeritus Award recipients, watch for the August issue of the Connect newspaper).
Congratulations to all of these award recipients on this remarkable achievement!
Please note: The Breakfast Club will take a break in August and will return September 11 at the Carriage Club for a discussion by industry leaders about multi-use properties. Check back as registration is made available at www.kcrar.com/kcrarcommercial.
Read more here. Photos from this meeting can be found here.
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In Memoriam
Joyce Marie Kohn Galamba
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Beloved wife, mother, daughter and KCRAR member Joyce Marie Kohn Galamba of Overland Park, Kan., passed away July 17, 2013. Joyce was 82 years old.
Raised in Florida, Joyce was a tennis player who was a state championship winner as a teen. Locally, she was recognized for being a top producer for Paul Hamilton Realtors®, and J. C. Nichols/Reece and Nichols.
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Elizabeth "Liz" McKee
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Described as "sunshine with a wonderful sense of humor," Liz McKee, CRS, ABR, WHS, a REALTOR® with Reece & Nichols, Leawood, passed away July 13, 2013. Her age was 52.
Born in Wichita, Kan., Liz moved to Kansas City, Kan. where she ventured into the world of real estate. Actively involved with the Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS® as well as the Kansas Association of REALTORS®, Liz was a KAR Director from 2006-2008. In past years, she had been a part of several KCRAR committees, including Government Affairs - Kansas and Credentials/Election.
Liz is remembered for her dedication to helping others through volunteer work such as that with Harvesters - the Community Food Network.
A friendly face that regularly appeared at KCRAR and KAR events, she also generously donated time to KCRAR through the years and she made regular monetary contributions.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Liz McKee Memorial c/o Harvesters - The Community Food Network, PO Box 412233, Kansas City, MO 64141-2233.
Read more here.
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Don't Forget the Alamo (Drafthouse) Aug. 8
Don't miss YPN/KC's next event at the Alamo Drafthouse in the Power and Light District*, Aug. 8, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
This event to support RPAC will cost $20 and includes one drink ticket, appetizers, plus an interactive showing of the movie "Anchorman."
Join in and play along to the show! This event will be filled with gags, games and more! The full $20** will be donated to RPAC. Login as a member and register here in the "Event and non-CE Class Registration" section.
* The Alamo Drafthouse is located at:
1400 Main Street
Kansas City, MO 64105
**Contributions to RPAC are voluntary and used for political purposes. You may refuse to contribute without affecting your membership rights. 70% of each contribution is used by RPAC to support state and local political candidates. 30% of each contribution is sent to national RPAC. Of that amount, 90% is used by national RPAC to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 2 U.S.C. 441a, while the remaining 10% is used for other federal grassroots political activities. Contributions are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.
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Celebrate Summer With Us Thursday, Aug. 15!
Don't miss a great summer outing to Longview Lake for some sumptuous barbecue, music, and relaxing lakeside games.
Join us for the KCRAR Lakeside Barbecue! The cost is just $15 for KCRAR members and guests. Register by logging in as a member here - visit "Event and Non CE Class Registration."
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Deadline for KCRAR Director Application Aug. 15
Interested in being a part of a leadership team who wishes to make a difference in the lives of KCRAR members and the real estate industry? Apply today to become a Director on the KCRAR Board.
Deadline for applications is Thursday, August 15.
Find the details and application form here.
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Earn the "At Home With Diversity" Certification!
Want to gain a competitive edge and expand your opportunities?
Plan now to earn an "At Home with Diversity" Certification!
At Home with Diversity® is a full-day course that addresses issues of diversity, fair housing, and cultural differences. The course teaches you to transact business in culturally competent ways. You'll learn to identify and overcome your own cultural roadblocks and open the door to revitalizing your career.
This course will be available at KCRAR on Thursday, Aug. 22, for 6 hours elective CE credit. The price is $25 per person. Read more here.
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Don't Miss the Real Estate Trends Update With Steve Murray Sept. 12
Read more here. To register, login as a member and click here.
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Nominate a KCRAR Member for a Special Award
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Appraisers: Mark Your Calendars!
Here's an opportunity to discuss issues affecting your business and make an impact!
The Appraisal Section Meeting will take place in
conjunction with the Missouri REALTORS®
Fall Business Meetings on Wednesday, Sept 18.
Time: 10a.m.-noon
Place: Kansas City Marriott Downtown
Room: Jay McShann A
Address: 200 West 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64105
Phone: 816-421-6800
Please RSVP to Dan Wilson at dan@qualityappraisalsmoks.com if you plan to attend the Appraisal Section Meeting
Registration to Missouri REALTORS® Business Meetings is free for Missouri REALTOR® members
(registration isn't necessary if you're only attending the Appraisal Section Meeting).
If you'd like to register for the Missouri REALTORS®
Meetings, click here: http://www.thelanding.net/sbc/Home.
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Upcoming KCRAR and Other REALTOR®-Related Events & Education
- Aug. 7 - Two State Core
- Aug. 8 - That Doggone Mold
- Aug. 8 - YPN Event at the Alamo Drafthouse
- Aug. 14 - The SUMMIT - Special Event for Members of MAR
- Aug. 14 - Understanding Appraisers
- Aug. 15 - Stellar Seller Services
- Aug. 15 - Selling HUD Foreclosures
- Aug. 15 - KCRAR Lakeside Barbecue at Longview Lake
- Aug. 22 - At Home With Diversity
- Aug. 26 - YPN-KC: Speed Networking Lunch
- Sept. 12 - Real Estate Trends Update With Steve Murray
- Sept. 18- 20 - Missouri Realtors 2013 September Business Conference
- Oct. 7-9 - Harvesting Opportunities:
2013 KAR Annual Conference and Education Expo
- Oct. 18 - Realtor Night at Sporting KC
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For KCRAR classes and events that require registration, log in as a member at www.kcrar.com and visit the "Education & Event Registration" section.
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