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TOP NEWS - MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2013
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When analyzing six major zip codes in our region - 28403, 28405, 28409, 28411, 28412 and 28451 - an average of the zip codes for the first quarter of 2013 shows that:
- Our average sales price has increased by 7.0% from 1st Quarter 2012
- Of the 713 sellers in 1st Quarter - 26.9% paid some sort of concession toward the purchase of the house.
- Our list to sales price ratio for 1st Quarter is 96.55%, an increase from 95.6% for 1st Quarter 2012.
- The average list price of the sold properties is $234,489 and is up 6% from 1st Quarter 2012.
- The average number of days a property remained on the market for 1st Quarter was 126 days, compared to 169 days for 1st Quarter 2012.
- The median sold price of $176,500 for 1st Quarter has increased 3.8% from 1st Quarter 2012.
Click link above to read full report with chart.
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NCAR Award Nominations Due Next Monday at 12PM
NCAR takes great pride in honoring the best in the real estate industry each fall at its Annual Convention. Below is a list of the NCAR Awards:
- REALTOR® of the Year Award
- Ben Ball Community Service Award
- REALTOR® Hall of Fame Award
- REALTOR® Regional Service Award
- Rising Star Award
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To learn about each of these Awards and how you can submit your nominations, please go to www.wrar.com/ncarawards. Deadline for all submissions is Monday, May 6, 2013 at 12PM. |
Click the link above to download an application and APPLY TODAY to serve on the 2014 WRAR Board of Directors. Once on this page, the application links for Director Positions and Vice President are listed 4th and 5th on this page respectively. All REALTOR® members are encouraged to apply. Deadline for the submission: May 7 at 12 noon.
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WEBINAR: National Flood Insurance - April 30 at 10AM
Tomorrow's webinar will describe possible changes to the program that may impact your customers. If you service an inland area and think this doesn't apply to you, think again! Non-coastal regions prone to flooding are likely to see rate increases under the reauthorization of NFIP. The NFIP has been a priority for our NCAR members to discuss with their members of Congress during NAR Mid-year meetings. Click the link above to register and access the webinar.
In addition, NAR has created a survey in an effort to identify the cause of flood insurance rate concerns. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey - Take Survey Now. |
 I Wanna Bee...A Good Neighbor
Hosted by WRAR Partners for
Affordable Homeownership & the
Young Professionals Network
Volunteer with PAH, YPN and the Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry (WARM) to helpfamilies in Wilmington with homes in need of repairs. All skill levels are encouraged and welcomed! Wednesday-Friday, May 15, 16, 17, 20138am-12pm or 11:30am-3:30pm (Each Day) Questions? Like to Make a Donation or Sponsor this Event?Contact Sarah Mebane at 910.815.2835  Like this Event on Facebook
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Calling All Property Managers!
Join the WRAR Property Management Council at their next meeting on May 15 at 9AM in the WRAR Classroom at 1826 Sir Tyler Dr. Come meet your peers and discuss problems and find solutions - you're are not alone. Register to attend this meeting here. Contact Lois at Lois@WRAR.com or Chair David Dougherty at David@DavidDoughertyHomes.Com. |
 Spring YPN Mixer
Come relax, network, enjoy drinks & hors d' oeuvres and have some fun with friends and colleagues at the Young Professionals Network Mixer. Did we mention FREE pool? RSVP via the registration link below by May 21st at 5PM. Complimentary for WRAR Members and their guests.
Thursday, May 23rd - 6:00PM to 8:00PM
Fox and Hound @ Mayfaire
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REALTORS® Urge Preserving Homeownership Tax Policies
Information Released on Flood Program Changes
On March 29, FEMA released information on changes to the policies and rates of the National Flood Insurance Program. Highlights of the changes, required under the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Bill that passed in 2012, include revised premium rates, a new Reserve Fund assessment, updated rates for non-primary residences, exclusion of certain properties from receiving subsidized premium rates and no extensions of subsidy to new policies or lapsed policies. NAR has been meeting with FEMA to express our concerns regarding the impact these new rates and premiums will have on property owners and property transactions.
> View the Changes Announced by FEMA
NCAR Government Affairs Update 04/26/13
Call for Action: Preserve Homeowner Rights on Design & Aesthetic Control
| > For more Gov Affairs news, info & events, please Click Here.
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MLS TRAINING VIDEO: The Menu Bar
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See how easy it is to access every feature in the MLS. Click image below to watch & learn.
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Legal Seminar - June 17
Hosted by WRAR Professional Development Committee
Annual Meeting and Election - September 5
Holiday Meeting and Awards Luncheon - December 4
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BEST PRACTICES
Short Sales for the
Buyers Agent
You should have a substantive discussion with the buyer to:
a. Ascertain whether they want to purchase a property subject to a short sale.
Best Practices Manual
OFFICE SAFETY
Make sure all deadbolt locks are unlocked to facilitate a faster escape.
More Safety Tips
RPR
There are several mapping enhancements available in RPR. Some of these enhancements include Geographic boundaries, search area drawing, flood zone data, year built overlay, and drive time or distance. Read MoreTECHNOLOGY
If you frequently use a program when you sign on to your computer, it may be helpful to have that program automatically load at startup. Refer to this handy guide to allow a program to start with your computer.
SUPRA
Never put key rings inside the KeyBox Container. This will cause the Key container to jam and you will be unable to retrieve the key.
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NCAR PARTNER
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