Akron Cleveland Association Works to Help the Community and Commercial Practitioners
Columbus REALTORSĀ® has also been seeking solutions to how we can become a more open and inclusive Association. In an effort to create that safe space, its Diversity & Inclusion Committee launched a Book Club for members to have open, honest (and sometimes tough) conversations about race, racism, diversity, and inclusion.
Housing Opportunity Grants Keeping the Focus on Homeownership and Housing
In the Charlottesville, Virginia and Springfield, Illinois regions, REALTORĀ® efforts to increase housing and homeownership continued unabated through the pandemic, with regional summits and localized education. Housing Opportunity Grants from the REALTORĀ® Party supported the work of these respective associations as they continued to lead their communities in housing efforts.
Corporate Ally Program (CAP) and Political Advocacy Fund (PAF) FAQs
Whatās the difference between hard dollars (RPAC) and soft dollars (CAP/PAF)? Hard dollars are voluntary personal contributions and are the only type of funds that can be given directly to Federal candidates and National RPAC. Soft dollars are generally raised from organizations and corporations. Soft dollars can be directly given to state and local candidates in some states, and can be used to help pay for the costs incurred in administering and promoting RPAC and for certain grassroots political programs. There is no limit on the amount of soft dollars individuals or corporations may invest in the Corporate Ally Program...
Boise Regional REALTORSĀ® Bring Resources, Expertise, and Motivation to Renovation of Urban Corridor
Using a pilot Walkable Communities Grant from the REALTORĀ® Party, the REALTORSĀ® of Boise, ID, jump-started a much-needed visioning process for an improved Orchard Street Corridor: a major downtown thoroughfare that was neither attractive, convenient, nor safe for pedestrians.
First-Time Homebuyers Savings Legislation Passes in Michigan, with a Boost from Michigan REALTORSĀ® and the REALTORĀ® Party
It took some patience ā and a change of governor ā but Michigan REALTORSĀ® is finally seeing its advocacy efforts pay off with the recent passage of legislation to assist first-time homebuyers, who can now prepare for the purchase with two new long-term savings features: tax-free savings accounts and income tax deductions on down payment savings.
