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April is Fair Housing Month
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Rolling through your day on autopilot?
Just because it's second nature, doesn't mean it's right.
Slow down and make sure you're providing equal service to all. April is Fair Housing Month and a great time to affirm you're helping to build thriving, inclusive communities. Fair housing impacts all NAR members, all markets, and all neighborhoods. Check yourself. Educate yourself. Hold yourself accountable.
Because That's Who We R®.
Download the 2021 Fair Housing poster (pictured above), suitable for posting in your office, online here.
Visit NAR's Fair Housing page online here.
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Member Value Plus
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NEW!
Offer valid through April 15th
Celebrate Fair Housing Month and Complete the Fairhaven Training!
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The Who, What, Where and How of Live Streaming and Video Marketing Webinar!
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COVID-19: One Year In
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In the year since COVID-19 infiltrated the world, the real estate industry has proven its resilience against the deepest of disruptions, NAR President Charlie Oppler says.
"Some of us wore hazmat suits, and we didn't even know what a mask was-but we all wore a mask," Oppler recalls in a fireside chat-style video with NAR Chief Storyteller Janelle Brevard, the first in a quarterly "Presidential Update" series.
The seven-minute video is online here:
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Supplemental Forms Revisions
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NEW!
Available April 12th
Due to significant feedback from NWMLS members regarding the March 3rd forms revisions, Forms 22AD, 35E and 35EN have been revised.
They will be available on Transaction Desk on April 12th.
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Forms Revisions: Agency Disclosure
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NEW!
Annie Fitzsimmons breaks down the 2021 New Forms and Forms Revisions in this new video series. In Part 4, Annie covers the changes to the Agency Disclosure on the Purchase and Sale Agreement. The video runs about eight minutes, and is online here:
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Forms Revisions, Part 4: Agency Disclosure Provision
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Video #3 in this series: Form 35E, the Escalation Addendum. This video runs about 10-minutes, online here:
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Forms Revisions, Part 3: Form 35E
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Video #2 in this series: Form 22A changes The video runs about eight minutes, online here:
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Forms Revisions, Part 2: Form 22A
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VIDEO #1 in this series: Form 35 changes.
The video runs about seven-minutes, online here:
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Forms Revisions, Part 1: Form 35
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Prioritizing Wellness
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FREE!
April 14th - 10 a.m.
It's time to reshape your idea of wellness and level up your life and career. We get it - you're an extremely busy and dedicated real estate professional. That's why through Conference Year-Round, you'll get quick, clear breakdowns of insights that convey why something matters.
A study from the National Bureau of Economic Research shows the average workday has increased by 48.5 minutes, and number of meetings have gone up by 12.9 percent. It's time to reshape your idea of wellness and level up your life and career.
Join REALTORS® Christine Hansen, Michelle Billings, and Scott Comey as they draw from their personal experiences to deliver real life solutions - solutions that will empower you to lead a healthy personal and professional life.
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NAR: Tech Edge
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Get the edge on tech for your real estate business with Tech Edge from the National Association of REALTORS®!
This event typically adds the cost of travel, lodging, and meals to gain the experience, but not this year - it's virtual!
NAR is excited to bring back Virtual Tech Edge on April 27, 2021 - don't miss your chance to attend before we go back live!
This event will teach REALTORS® to become tech-savvy in today's quickly changing digital and tech world.
It will cover topics such as:
- Wire fraud
- Data privacy
- Phishing, vishing, and smishing
- Best practices for virtual showings and open houses
- Using virtual reality technology
- Social media platforms
- Efficient online content creation
- Using video
- Podcasting
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SAR Professional Development
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SAR Professional Development
Please be in touch with Tami at the SAR if you have any questions about classes or your license education requirements, by phone at 326-9222 or by email.
NEXT WEEK
Core Curriculum with Sabrina Jones Schroeder
(Zoom class)
Tuesday, April 13th
9 a.m. - noon
3.0 clock hours
THIS CLASS REQUIRES A SPEAKER & YOU TO BE ON CAMERA. BE PREPARED!
The Washington State Real Estate Commission and Department of Licensing require the completion of 3 clock hours of prescribed core curriculum.
The 3 mandatory core clock hours must be included in the 30 clock hours required for active licensees.
"Current Issues in Washington Residential Real Estate 2020-2021" is the Core Curriculum course required by DOL.
Remember, you must take this class every 2 years for your license renewal. We are now in the 2020-2021 two year cycle.
NEXT WEEK!
Code of Ethics our Promise to Professionalism with Karene Loman
(Zoom class)
Wednesday, April 14th
1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
3.5 clock hours
This half-day Ethics class is for those that are past their first license renewal.
Remember, you must take a Code of Ethics class once between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2021.
This class meets those requirements.
New members must first take a 7.5 hour Code of Ethics class before taking this 3.5 hr class.
NEXT WEEK!
Biggest Bloopers & Blunders we make in our Statewide Forms with Ken Sax
(Zoom class)
Thursday, April 15th
9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
3.5 clock hours
You'll want to check out this class and learn what the bloopers are and how to avoid making the same mistakes!
Don't be that broker!
Ken Sax has been teaching the Purchase & Sale class since 2010.
He's very passionate about REALTORS® being experts on this... after all, your clients think you are!
Ken will be discussing Forms - 21, 50, 51, 22A. 22EF, 22B, 39, 22Q, 35/35R, 35E and 36.
NEXT WEEK!
Successfully Selling HUD Homes (Zoom class)
Friday, April 16th
9 a.m. - noon
3.0 clock hours
Instructor Grace Chiquette will walk you through how to show and sell HUD Homes.
It is different from your typical transaction with specific procedures and paperwork.
This course will prepare you to successfully sell HUD Homes.
You'll be learning the NAID application portal; how to find inventory and place bids; bidding tips and understanding bidding timelines; how to understand HUD's contract and addendum's and so much more.
NEW!
Purchase & Sale with Sabrina Jones Schroeder
THIS CLASS REQUIRES A SPEAKER & YOU TO BE ON CAMERA. BE PREPARED!
Two day Zoom class - both days required
Tuesday, April 20th; 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Thursday April 22nd; 8:30 a.m. - Noon
This mandatory course will include: An introduction and discussion of intentions, goals and purposes in properly completing the new Purchase & Sale Agreement; the deposit, parties and property; financing and the financing contingencies, title insurance and transfer and inspections; representations and disclosure; and remaining provisions.
This class must be taken once every four years.
The Power of Strategy: Build Real Estate Wealth with 1031 Exchanges!
(Zoom class)
Wednesday, April 28 th
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
3.0 clock hours
Annemarie Kooning with TriCity Association of REALTORS® will share how you can win more business and earn more commissions:
* What is a Section 1031 Exchange
* Exchange Trends: The Perfect Storm
* Exchange Misconceptions
* 4 levels of Capital Gains Taxes
* How Equity Grows with a 1031 exchange
* Qualifying properties: more than you think
* How long to Hold
* Rules and Restrictions
* Moving into an exchanged property
* The Super Tax Break
* How to unlock a Sale
NEW!
What Else do we need.. PSA Addenda with Sabrina Jones-Schroeder
Tuesday, April 27th - 9 a.m. to noon
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Thursday, April 29th - 9 a.m. to noon
6.0 clock hours
This course focuses on the addenda which might be added to a Purchase & Sale Agreement - the foundation of the transaction between the buyers and sellers of real estate. Understand the importance of using our local forms including the Spokane Addendum & the Spokane Buyer Representation Agreement. Plus, much more.
Enter code 199WB and get
all of 2021's webinars for $199!
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SAR CALENDAR
Click on the image below to see
the current SAR calendar showing dates and times
of classes, committees, and events.
Other regional calendars:
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Special Buyer/Seller Insert
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NEW!
Deadline: April 15th!
The Spokesman-Review - largest newspaper in the Inter-mountain West - will be printing two special 12-page inserts about local housing on April 28th.
One will feature editorial content and advertising for home buyers, one will feature editorial content and advertising for home sellers.
Advertising space is limited; reserve your space now!
The SAR Communications Committee met with newspaper staff earlier this year to serve as a focus group for possible content (though we have had no role in writing of the articles).
Download the flyer (pictured above) for more details, online here.
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Highest in History
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Spokane County's median home price soared to its highest level in history last month at nearly $342,000, driven by buyer demand that continues to outpace the number of available homes.
The county's median closing price in March was $341,750, a 17.9% increase over $289,900 in March 2020, according to data from the Spokane Association of Realtors.
Read the full article in Thursday's edition of The Spokesman-Review, or online here.
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Movers Driving Up Prices
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Real estate agents said they've never seen anything like the housing market right now.
Spokane's housing market boom continues to increase, with the Spokane Association of Realtors saying the county will have a 1.5 to 2% population increase this year.
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Right Tools, Right Now: Fair Housing
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April - Fair Housing
Right Tools, Right Now is offering the must-have tools you need to make sure you are adhering to Fair Housing regulations and acting as a strong advocate for access to housing for all. 25% off NAR printed/physical Fair Housing products; all digital Fair Housing products are FREE throughout April!
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WR Fair Housing Series: Assistance Animals
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WR is celebrating Fair Housing Month in April with a webinar series (FREE for WR Members).
In this second webinar, Marley Hochendoner with the NW Fair Housing Alliance will discuss Assistance Animals and Fair Housing. Register for this event online here:
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FREE Clock Hours!
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Washington REALTORS®
FREE CLASS!
6.0 Clock Hours
NEXT WEEK!
April 14th and 15th
9 a.m. to noon
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WR Spring Business Conference
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Register for the Virtual Spring Business Conference for FREE!
Registration, meeting times, guest speakers, and conference events have been posted to our website.
Please note that links to join specific meetings will not be posted until the week before conference.
WR will also email attendees a daily schedule with links and meeting materials. All available details and a registration link are online here:
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2021 NAR Legislative Days
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May 3-14
Registration Open Now!
After careful consideration, the 2021 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, now scheduled for May 3-14, 2021, will be virtual this year.
Please view this video message from NAR President Charlie Oppler for more information surrounding this decision.
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2021 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings Going Virtual
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Registration is open now!
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WCR: Top Golf Swing Suite
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NEXT WEEK!
Friday, April 16th
6-8 p.m.
Join us for an "Epic" night out at the Northern Quest Casino Epic Bar brought to us by Kelly Bass!
Friday, April 16th, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
We will start with a social time and drinks and for the first 20 lucky registrants, simulators will be available to either golf or play dodgeball Zombie style!
Thank you to our Event Sponsor - Kelly Bass with Country Financial for hosting this event for us!
Space is extremely limited so please register early:
Golf, not your thing? Let's get those zombies with a round of virtual dodge ball or simply hang out and let us enjoy your company at Epic!
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Member 2 Member
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NEW!
NEXTITLE is pleased to announce its new Spokane office at Rock Pointe Tower: 316 West Boone Avenue, Suite 760.
Download the announcement flyer (pictured above) online here.
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SAR Member Roster Update - March
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NEW!
Updated for March!
Click here to view the latest Member Roster Update (pictured above) - approved by the SAR Board of Directors at its most recent meeting.
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SAR Market Activity Report - March
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The SAR Market Activity Report for March is now online.
See the latest full report - a member-exclusive product
See the March 2021 Market Snapshot Report
See the 2021 Year to Date Market Snapshot Report (pictured above), online here.
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Quick Information
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Tech Helpline: 866-610-8939
Legal Hotline: 800-562-6027
Washington State Legislature Hotline: 800-562-6000
MLS Weekly News & Info
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2021 SAR Leadership
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Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
PRESIDENT ELECT:
Choice Realty
995-2833
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT:
Kestell Company
499-9999
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