Government Affairs
Early Voting for March 1st Primary
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…
Read MoreCCAR Members Named 2021 TREPAC Award Recipients
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.…
Read MoreCandidate Interviews for the 2022 Primary Elections and Frisco City Council Place 5
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…
Read MoreU.S. Supreme Court Ends CDC Eviction Moratorium
U.S. Supreme Court Ends CDC Eviction Moratorium The U.S. Supreme Court ended the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC’s) eviction moratorium Thursday night, giving much-needed relief to America’s small housing providers facing financial hardship for more than a year. In a 6-3 ruling, a majority of justices agreed that the stay on the lower…
Read MoreHow HOA Laws Are Changing in Texas
How HOA Laws Are Changing in Texas Check out this quick reference page to get all the information you need to know on what the recent HOA reform means for you and your clients. Categories CCAR Events CCAR News Government Affairs Lone Star Homes Market Trends North DFW Real Producers Magazine Professional Development Spotlight Uncategorized…
Read MoreWhen HOAs Overstep Private Homeownership Rights
When HOAs Overstep Private Homeownership Rights Homeowners Associations (HOAs) are established in residential communities to oversee, manage, and maintain the neighborhood. For homeowners in an HOA, this usually comes with a price: rules and regulations. If you buy a house within an HOA, you’re automatically a member. This means you’re also agreeing to the handbook…
Read MoreVoting in the May 1 Municipal Elections
Voting in the May 1 Municipal Elections Local elections are quickly approaching, and we want to make sure you have all of the information you need to make your day at the polls a breeze. Early voting begins April 19 and runs through April 27—polls are closed on Sundays. During Early Voting, voters can cast…
Read MoreCDC Extends Eviction Moratorium
CDC Extends Eviction Moratorium Information provided by the National Association of REALTORS® The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced today that it is extending its nationwide eviction moratorium through June 30, 2021. The order was put into place Sept. 4, 2020, but has been challenged in court across numerous states and localities in the months…
Read MoreVoter Registration Deadline for Municipal Elections is April 1
Voter Registration Deadline for Municipal Elections is April 1 April 1, 2021 is the last day to register to vote in the May 1 municipal elections. If you’re not registered yet, you can register to vote in person at your county voter registrar’s office. Libraries and post offices also provide postage-paid voter application forms. If…
Read MoreCandidate Interviews for Municipal Elections
Candidate Interviews for 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…
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