Early Voting for March 1st Primary
Early voting for the March 1, 2022 Primary is coming up and we want to help you prepare. Here are a few things to know: Last day to apply for Ballot by Mail: Friday, February 18, 2022 (Received) Early Voting: Monday, February 14, 2022 – Sunday, February 20, 2022 and Tuesday, February 22, 2022 – Friday, February…
NAR Files Lawsuit to Require REX to Cease Deceptive Practices
The National Association of Realtors® filed a lawsuit stating that REX-Real Estate Exchange Inc. has made false and misleading advertisements and statements about its services, thereby deceiving consumers and discouraging them from obtaining the pro-consumer, pro-competitive benefits provided by NAR members and independent, local multiple listing services marketplaces. “NAR will oppose attempts to mislead consumers,…
NTREIS Conversion to RESO Data Dictionary
Find the latest Matrix conversion update here: NTREIS Provides a Matrix Conversion Update Information courtesy of NTREIS Conversion to native RESO Data Dictionary fields in NTREIS will require a new build of the Matrix system. NTREIS will continue work on building out that system and has begun testing. NTREIS will begin publishing upcoming changes to…
CCAR Members Named 2021 TREPAC Award Recipients
Our REALTORS® know behind every transaction is a group of people who advocate for not only their industry, but their clients as well. It’s because of your time and investments that we are continuously able to fight for homeownership and private property rights now and in the future. We want to congratulate the following people…
Supra Offers Training and Support
Great news! Supra now offers additional training and support options. Check out their most recent newsletter to sign up for an Agent Training Program, attend a webinar, watch how-to videos, and learn tips and tricks. 2022 Q1 – Supra Newsletter
Candidate Interviews for the 2022 Primary Elections and Frisco City Council Place 5
Each election cycle, CCAR conducts candidate interviews for political offices in order to better understand the candidates’ ideas and visions for when they become elected to public office. TREPAC then may choose to support the candidates who champion private property rights and uphold our REALTOR® members’ values. In order to ensure transparency and participation from…
Not All Heroes Wear Capes: Who is Saving the Day in Collin County
The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) knows a superhero is not identified by a cape flowing in the wind, but by the people they quietly help. CCAR was honored to support local heroes dedicated to saving the day throughout 2021. Here are some of the headline worthy rescuers that you might not see in…
“Less Extreme” May be the Extent of Seasonal Trends for Collin County Housing Market
The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that housing market trends seen throughout the pandemic continued in November-yet, like the rest of us, slowed slightly for turkey. In November, Collin County had 5.4% fewer new listings enter the market (1,077 vs. 1,138) and 3.3% more homes that went under contract when compared to the…
2021 President’s Report from Ron Leach
So many things have happened during my presidency this year. Please bear with me, as I highlight items that I feel you would most like to hear about. One of the largest accomplishments this year was ensuring that REALTORS® were still able to conduct business during the COVID-19 lockdown. Adam Majorie, CCAR’s Chief Advocacy Officer,…
Leading Experts Predict Interest Rate Hikes & Slowing Home Price Growth Nationally, Name DFW Hidden Gem
Expect slower housing price appreciation, easing inflation and rising interest rates in 2022, according to a survey of more than 20 top U.S. economic and housing experts. Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist and senior vice president of research, unveiled the consensus forecast today during NAR’s third annual year-end Real Estate Forecast Summit. For 2022, the…