REALTOR Party News – October 2018

Setting the Stage for Advocacy Success

NAR took another step forward to ensure that your interests are heard in Washington with the announcement of Shannon McGahn as senior vice president of government affairs. Shannon will report to chief advocacy officer Bill Malkasian. In addition, Victoria Gillespie was named NAR’s chief marketing and communications officer. We’re excited to welcome these powerhouse additions to NAR’s senior staff leadership team.
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18

The number of states that do not regulate home inspectors or inspections. To protect consumers and establish a baseline level of competency for home inspectors, the Nebraska, New Mexico, Ohio, and Hawaii state REALTOR^® associations have prioritized this issue over the past couple of years. Check out the latest Hot Topic Alert to learn more about the debate over whether home inspectors should require licenses.
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264

The number of REALTOR^® Champions NAR is supporting in federal, state, and local races this November. This includes 54 REALTORS^® running for office. On Nov. 7, tune into the NAR Facebook page to join CEO Bob Goldberg, chief advocacy officer Bill Malkasian, SVP of government affairs Shannon McGahn, and others for a special post-election analysis Facebook Live event.
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The section number of one of the biggest wins for REALTORS^® in last year’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the new 20 percent business income deduction. It allows agents and brokers who earn income as independent contractors or from pass-through businesses to take a significant deduction on that income. Learn more about how the 20 percent business income deduction applies to you.
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11/4

The date of the REALTORS^® Relief Foundation (RRF) – Dress Down and Donate Fundraiser during the 2018 REALTORS^® Conference & Expo in Boston. On Sunday, Nov. 4 stop by the REALTORS^® Relief display area at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, North Lobby to donate and pick up an RRF wristband.And remember to wear casual attire on that Sunday!
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TREPAC Gets a Fun-filled Boost from Dallas-area Diversity Groups

What would you pay to dunk a director of your local REALTOR^® association? How about the chance to throw pies at colleagues? Five diversity organizations across the Texas real estate industry joined together to host “Fair Play for TREPAC,” a fun-filled evening that honored the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, and raised more than $6,600 for the Texas Real Estate Political Action Committee.
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Placemaking & Puppy Love Go Hand-in-Hand for Kenai Peninsula REALTORS^®

In the city of Soldotna, Alaska, dogs are having their day in a spacious new dog park. With the help of a Placemaking Grant and a lot of elbow grease, volunteers from the Kenai Peninsula Association worked alongside the Rotary Club and Parks and Recreation Department to build a large shelter, with benches, for dogs and owners alike.
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Post-Hurricane Harvey, Houston REALTORS^® are focused on Flood Impact – and How to Keep it from Happening Again

One year to the day after Hurricane Harvey hit Harris County, Texas, citizens were called to the polls to vote on the region’s largest bond proposal ever: $2.5 billion for flood-control projects and flood mitigation. The measure passed with 85 percent support and help from the Houston REALTORS^® to get out the vote.
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The Dream Still Demands… REALTORS®

The 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, declining stats in African-American homeownership, gentrification, and creative solutions were top of mind for many of the 10,000 people attending the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 48th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) in Washington, D.C., including REALTORS® and NAR Advocacy staff.
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Tackling the Housing Supply Issue in Your Community

With increased lending and consistent job creation, the housing market has regained some health, with higher home sales and a very low foreclosure rate. However, the industry today is also facing a lack of inventory. Check out these research and advocacy resources designed to help you understand issues in your community, and be part of a dialogue.
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Educating Lawmakers About Safe, Affordable Home Loans

Watch the latest Voice for Real Estate: NAR Treasurer Tom Riley discusses the importance of ensuring the continued availability of safe and affordable mortgage financing. Plus learn how REALTORS^® stepped up in the wake of Hurricane Florence to help people affected by the storm. And hear highlights from a new survey showing how your peers are using technology in their business.
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Take the Pledge to Vote

Time is running out! Make sure you are registered to vote or update your voter registration information. Building strong communities, protecting property interests, and promoting a vibrant business environment begin with voting. On Nov. 6, make sure to you vote and support candidates who understand the issues important to the real estate industry and issues that promote homeownership.
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2018 REALTOR® Party Resource Guide

Check out the 2018 REALTOR® Party Association Resource Guide to learn about resources for community outreach, candidate and issue campaigns, RPAC and political fundraising, member and consumer mobilization, and much more. Also, review the programs and resources that qualify for the new Vote, Act, and Invest Core Standards’ requirements.

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