SEPTEMBER 2020 - VOLUME 25 - NUMBER 9
EVENTS
Economic and Housing Market Update
With Mark Eppli and Ruth Hackney
9/23/20
September is Safety Month!
NAR has FREE RESOURCES for YOU!
In this free REALTOR® Safety webinar from the National Association of REALTORS®, Jen Stanbrough, REALTOR®, shares lessons learned since the loss of her close friend and fellow REALTOR®. She’ll discuss the risks agents and brokers face on the job, how to be aware of situational dangers, prepared to keep yourself safe, and avoid risky situations. Jen will also share best habits, tips, and tools all real estate professionals should include in their safety practices....MORE>>>
The 2020 Census

Public & Federal Issues Liaison, Nate Johnson, discusses the importance of the 2020 Census and the role REALTORS® play in galvanizing their communities around Census response.
Hear first-hand from NAR’s 2020 Leadership Team about what this year’s census means for REALTORS®, communities, and families across the country.

Yun: Expectations For The Rest Of 2020

Home sales in July were higher than last month and than a year ago, and mortgage rates are at record lows. However, tight inventory remains a hurdle, and the economy is not yet back to normal. WATCH NOW
Realtors® Applaud FHFA for Forbearance Announcement, Encourage Extension Through the Fall

National Association of Realtors® President Vince Malta issued the following statement after the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will continue buying qualified loans in forbearance through September 30, 2020. In a letter to the FHFA sent Monday, NAR called on the agency to continue its forbearance purchase initiative through this fall while eliminating all fees associated with the program. "America’s 1.4 million Realtors® are relieved that homebuyers will retain access to affordable mortgage options as the FHFA continues purchasing qualified loans in forbearance through next month,” said Malta....MORE>>
Working From Home: Real Estate Edition!
What does the home office require? A small space with a chair and desk, preferably away from a living room and bedroom since these rooms tend to be more distracting. Natural lighting is a plus but not a requirement. Feel free to use artificial lighting if it helps you to concentrate and be more productive...MORE
Commercial Corner:
Tenant Improvement Depreciation Webinar
The Commercial Services Committee brings you a discussion on Tenant Improvement Depreciation, with Douglas Berry, CPA, CGMA from SVA.
Membership Updates
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New Senior and Elder Members

Are you eligible to be a Senior Member? You are if, on January 1, 2021, you are 60 years of age or older and have been a continuous Member of RASCW for at least 20 years. This means that you can reduce your local RASCW dues by 1/3 for 2021.

If, on January 1, 2021, you are 65 years of age or older with 25 or more years of continuous membership in RASCW or you are 70 years of age or older with 10 or more years of continuous membership in RASCW, you are eligible for Elder Status. Your local RASCW dues are then just $12.00 for 2021.

Please contact Beth at the RASCW office – 608.240.2800 or beth@wisre.com – to change your Membership status.
RASCW YouTube Channel
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