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North Carolina “Congressional Road Shows” Highlight Working Relationships of REALTORS® and Capitol Hill Counterparts

In four congressional districts of North Carolina, REALTORS® got rare access to their U.S. Representatives in a series of “Congressional Road Shows” hosted by their Federal Political Coordinators. REALTORS® in attendance got to hear and ask questions about issues near and dear to the industry and their communities.

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REALTOR® Party Success

Imitation maybe the greatest form of flattery, but in the real estate business success should be replicated. Here are some of the success stories shared during the REALTOR® Partya Training Conference. North Carolina REALTORS®’ Advocacy Spurs New Legislation for Small Business and Association Health Care Coverage https://realtorparty.realtor/news/success-stories/nc-realtors-advocacy-spurs-new-legislation Mississippi REALTORS® Maximize Returns with RPAC Fundraising Grant https://realtorparty.realtor/homepage/success-story/mississippi-realtors-maximize-returns-with-rpac-fundraising-grant Washington REALTORS® Campaign for Affordable Housing Legislation https://realtorparty.realtor/about-us/washington-realtors-campaign-for-affordable-housing-legislation Hawai’i REALTORS® Improve Public Education without Property Tax Surcharges https://realtorparty.realtor/about-us/hawaii-realtors-improve-public-education-without-property-tax-surcharges  Texas REALTORS® Achieve Tax Reform for Texas Property Owners https://realtorparty.realtor/about-us/texas-realtors-achieve-tax-reform-for-texas-property-owners

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REALTOR® Party Leaders Plan for 2020

Last week, more than 500 REALTOR® Party leaders gathered in Austin, Texas, for the 2020 REALTOR® Party Training Conference. This conference was special for a number of reasons. While it was a great opportunity to connect and network, this annual conference is also an opportunity for us to understand the vital role that each of us plays in shaping the future of the real estate industry and making homeownership a reality for all. One of the key takeaways from this event was out Three Pillars document. As we close out our celebration of the 50th anniversary of RPAC, these three...

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Moses Creek REALTORS® Put Out Fire Voicing Opposition to Proposed Fees for New Development

In Washington state, funding for fire safety is an unquestioned necessity. At the same time, there’s a statewide housing affordability crisis. Priorities collided when the City Council of Moses Creek proposed Fire Impact fees for all new development projects, adding a significant cost burden to much-needed new housing. With help from the REALTOR® Party, a Call for Action helped voice local opposition.

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Pennsylvania REALTORS® Lobby Governor to Resume Responsible In-Person Real Estate Business

Across Pennsylvania, the pandemic shut-down was leaving housing consumers in dire straits, and real estate professionals unable to provide any in-person service. With 48 other states allowing at least some form of in-person real-estate business during the lockdown, the Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS® worked tirelessly to convince a reluctant governor that housing is essential business.

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REALTOR® Value Solidified in 2020

Last week, a bill that funded the federal government through Dec. 11 was signed into law; the bill includes a full-year extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and surface transportation funding. Under the agreement, NFIP authority is extended through Sept. 30, 2021.

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GADFly Newsletter – December 2022

FPC Training Conference January 19-20, 2023 All Federal Political Coordinators (FPCs) have been invited to join the FPC Advocacy Academy Training Conference, January 19 -20, 2023. This is a hybrid conference where your new FPCs will attend in-person and veteran FPCs will attend virtually. The in-person training will be held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Washington, D.C. and all expenses will be covered for attendees. Please encourage your FPCs to register. If you have any questions, please contact Victoria Givens at vgivens@nar.realtor or 202-383-1021. Plan Now for 2023 Consumer Advocacy Grant The Consumer Advocacy Outreach grant offers your association the...

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GADFly Newsletter – May 2023

Dates to Remember GAD Institute Registration Closes June 22 FPC Stipend Invoice Due July 1 GAD Institute July 18 – 20 (Detroit, MI) GAD INSTITUTE REGISTRATION 2023 GAD INSTITUTE HOTEL BLOCK SOLD OUT Due to an overwhelming response to this year’s GAD Institute, our hotel block is sold out. We are actively working to secure more rooms. To be notified directly when additional rooms are available email Jenna Sopko (jsopko@nar.realtor) or Jami Sims (jsims@nar.realtor | 202-383-1221). APEX Training APEX VIRTUAL TRAINING DATES – OPEN TO ALL GADS These virtual trainings on NAR’s programs, tools, and grants that can help your association...

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East Tennessee Association of REALTORS® Jump-starts Riverfront Development through Transforming Neighborhoods

The City of Knoxville has long wanted to revitalize its downtown waterfront along the Tennessee River, to create an appealing sense of place and address the increasingly limited housing supply. To help get the project off the ground, the East Tennessee Association of REALTORS® turned to the REALTOR® Party’s Transforming Neighborhoods program, which awarded the city an in-depth study with actionable recommendations by a team of experts from the CRE Consulting Corps.

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GADFly Newsletter – September 2023

DATES TO REMEMBER Sept 15 APEX Virtual Training at 1 PM (ET) Sept 19 Planning & Zoning Resource Virtual Course at 11 AM (ET) Sept 21-22 APEX In-Person Training (DC – NAR Office) Sept 27 All-GAD Zoom Call (Click Here to Register) Sept 30 Deadline to complete President’s Circle $2,000 pledge Oct 25 Deadline for MI Funds to be processed to attend NXT MI Event WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Welcome to the 2023-2024 GAD Advisory Group On behalf of the Chair and Vice Chair of the GAD AG, we would like to welcome the 2023-2024 GAD AG members. Please help us thank all these volunteers for their...

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