Do you Love Politics? Apply for the Texas REALTORS® Political Involvement Committee (PIC)
Just like Texas REALTORS® Regional Vice Presidents and TREPAC Trustees, the Political Involvement Committee (PIC) is a part of the Texas REALTORS® regional leadership structure—and local input is critical. Although every region has different needs, PIC members are generally charged with helping increase REALTOR® advocacy and grassroots participation. PIC members are eligible for two consecutive…
First Quarter Market Stats, Fresh off the Press!
Get a first look at 2020’s first quarter market data, provided by Texas REALTORS®.
Let’s Be Clear About the Clear Cooperation Policy
Originally Published in the April 2020 Edition of North DFW Real Producers Magazine All MLSs have until May 1, 2020 to implement the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Statement 8.0 Clear Cooperation Policy. The policy does not include an “opt out,” which means all agents need to consider the policy when listing a property as well as reap…
Help us Shape the Future
Originally Published in the March 2020 Edition of North DFW Real Producers Magazine “The results of the Census are critically important.” –Shad Bogany, Partner Specialist at Dallas Regional Census Center/Field Division/Denver Region What’s the big deal? The United States Census, which begins on April 1, 2020, provides data that informs how more than $675 billion…
Texas Housing Market Continued to Break Records in 2019
For the fifth consecutive year, the Texas housing market broke records in terms of the number of homes sold and median price, according to the 2019 Texas Real Estate Year in Review report released today by Texas REALTORS®. “There is no doubt that the Texas housing market continues to shine, as detailed in this report boasting sustained demand…
Candidate Interviews for 2020 May Municipal Elections
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…
Buyers Willing to Pay a Premium to Live in Collin County
The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that buyers were willing to pay more to live in Collin County in January 2020 as they took advantage of favorable lending conditions and purchased homes at a rapid rate. In January 2020, Collin County had 22.6% more homes under contract than in January 2019. High demand…
TREPAC: Heist or Hero?
Originally Published in the February 2020 Edition of North DFW Real Producers Magazine Does your posture straighten and heart quicken with excitement at the mention of TREPAC or do you cut and run at record speed? If it provokes a reaction reminiscent of that time Uncle Frank brought up politics at Thanksgiving, I challenge you to read…
What’s Happening on the Credit Side in Early 2020?
By Mickey Lynam (NMLS 974623), IBERIABANK Mortgage, Member of CCAR’s REALTOR®/Lender Committee “The lowest midwinter mortgage rates in history have contributed to an unusual early-year surge in home buying” (and refinancing) -MoneyWise, Feb. 3, 2020 The Highlights: During mid-January, the pace of homebuyers applying for mortgages hit an 11 year high. Some 9.2 million U.S.…