Ward 2 Councilmember and current Metro Chair Jack Evans paid a visit to DCAR and its members to discuss the latest happenings in DC. We covered a range of topics from the Democratic Primary to DC’s stadiums and plans for Metro. There was so much to talk about and we can’t wait to share what we learned.
Did you get a chance to digest everything that happened on Election Day? After what can only be described as a shocker of a Democratic Primary, we’re going to review what happened. Ready to get brought up to speed? Read more »
Ward 2 Councilmember Jack Evans is paying DCAR a visit onThursday, June 16, 2016, for our June edition of the DCAR Speaker Series. We know you have questions. Get the answers from a DC leader who recently celebrated 25 years of service. He’ll be talking about Metro, tax and revenue policy, and the DC Primary. Read more »
“So 8 may rise!”
In 2014, a rallying cry sparked a movement to bring stability to a part of DC reeling from the passing of its sitting Councilmember and former Mayor, Marion S. Barry, Jr. In the center of this movement was an upstart community organizer with a background in non-profit economic and housing development named LaRuby May. May knew what communities in Ward 8 needed, and those needs were jobs, public safety, services for seniors, and youth advocacy. To LaRuby, what was needed to improve the community was to provide opportunities for people from all walks of life to grow and serve the ward. As a Ward 8 resident for 13 years, LaRuby observed how the Ward could be improved through compassionate policy and a boots-on-the-ground work ethic. Read more »
The DC Council is considering legislation that could impact vacant & blighted properties, construction, and renovations in DC.
The DC government and in particular, the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA), is focused on finding potentially positive ways to address ‘blighted’ and ‘nuisance’ properties along with faulty construction projects.
Click here for a video of the Committee Application Rundown.
The NAR committee application process allows members to enter committee applications and endorsements online. The process is a little different this year, which means we will walk you through the process. The good news is it’s all online-based, which saves you loads of time in the future. Read more »
It’s Been One Week – And what a week it turned out to be for NAR’s Legislative Meetings and Trade Expo. We are giving you a week-in-review treatment so you can stay informed. We are giving a quick rundown on what happened at the federal, state and local levels. We’ll keep it short this week because there’s quite a bit to digest. Read more »
As a DC REALTOR®, you know how damaging recordation and transfer taxes can be to a real estate deal. GCAAR, our Local Association, is fighting a drastic increase in the recordation tax proposed by the Montgomery County Council.
This Tuesday, May 10, GCAAR will load up a fleet of buses with members to march on the Council steps and say, “There has to be a better way!” You can join in as well because you know how this legislation could also creep its way into the District.
You may sign up for bus service or register to drive yourself (and colleagues) to the hearing. A complimentary lunch from the Bean Bag Deli will be served. Need driving or Metro directions? Read here.
Date: 5/10/2016 | Time: 1:30 PM | Location: Montgomery County Council Building, 100 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD
Here’s Your At-Large Debate Primer THIS Friday’s Debate: Do we have a REALTOR® Champion?
Date: 4/29/2016 | Time: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Location: 500 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 12th Floor
Vincent Orange is the incumbent with innovative plans to address affordable housing in DC.
Robert White, a community leader, sees 2016 as an opportunity to unite all the Wards in the District of Columbia.
David Garber has served as an ANC commissioner and is ready to share his vision for DC neighborhoods.
Grab a free lunch and decide with your fellow REALTORS® who among these candidates is best suited to represent the District and the Real Estate Community on Primary Day on June 14th! Read more »
We talked all about regulations at our latest Speaker Series
You won’t believe how much we packed the house for our latest Speaker Series. Our members were treated to a great discussion about DCRA’s overall approach to regulations, zoning, and permits among other topics. We covered many topics, but we’ll bullet-point some of the broader subjects to keep you informed.
We would like to express our sincere thanks to DCRA’s Melinda Bolling and Matt Orlins for taking time out of their busy schedules to join our discussion on DC’s regulations.
