NAR has released the following guidance to help you better assist your clients in the aftermath of last week’s Burnett v. NAR verdict. Additionally, NPR recently aired this segment on real estate fees. What does this mean for me and my business? We all should continue to express that commissions are negotiable and set between… Read more »
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Yesterday came news that was disappointing to all of us in the industry. After deliberating, in the case of Burnett v. NAR et al, the jury found NAR and the co-defendants liable. The plaintiffs’ claim in the case was that real estate commission rates are too high, buyer broker compensation is not clearly delineated and… Read more »
DCAR presents final list of candidates for 2024 Board of Directors
We are honored to present the final list of candidates for our 2024 DCAR Board of Directors! The election will be held by electronic ballot beginning November 9 and ending November 29 at 11:59 p.m. Please review the final list of nominees below. Biographies of candidates can be viewed here. CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION Officers President-elect:… Read more »
DCAR is proud to announce Thomas P. Daley as our 2023 REALTOR® of the Year!
Congratulations to Thomas P. Daley for being selected as our 2023 REALTOR® of the Year! Tom served as DCAR’s 2022 president and has been a member of the DCAR Executive Committee since 2020. Presently he is an equity partner, associate broker and managing director of luxury with Keller Williams Capital Properties in Washington, D.C. and… Read more »
HPAP reopened, lender packages now being accepted
DCAR is pleased to announce that the Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) has reopened for FY 2024 as of October 11, 2023; lender packages are now being accepted by the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). Funds are available for HPAP applicants on a first-come, first-served basis. Please share this information as soon as possible with any clients who… Read more »
DCAR 2024 Board slate announced
We are honored to announce the candidates for our 2024 DCAR Board of Directors! In compliance with Article IX, Section 1 of our District of Columbia Association of REALTORS® (DCAR) bylaws, the DCAR Nominating Committee has nominated the following individuals to offices on the 2024 board, as indicated, subject to their election by the membership. The election will… Read more »
Watch highlights of Vision Forward, DCAR’s housing summit
On November 2, the DCAR Public Policy Committee and DCAR Affordable Housing Subcommittee hosted “Vision Forward: Molding the Future of Housing in The District.” Watch highlights of the event: The event included a “fireside chat” with At-Large Councilmember Anita Bonds and an informative roundtable discussion featuring the following organizations: African American Real Estate Professionals… Read more »
Introducing your 2023 DCAR Board of Directors
On December 14, we installed our 2023 DCAR leadership team, with Tony Mancuso as our 2023 president. Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual Meeting & Installation and helped make it a success! We are proud to present your 2023 leadership team: Executive Committee President: Anthony Mancuso President-elect: Stacey Barton Secretary: Sam Medvene Treasurer:… Read more »
DCAR Public Policy Committee application open now through Dec. 8
Do you have a passion for public policy? Or a desire to work with local policymakers to consider measures that make a difference in your community? Now is your chance to apply to serve on the District of Columbia Association of REALTORS®’ Public Policy Committee! The Public Policy Committee works with the DCAR Government Affairs team… Read more »
DCAR-endorsed candidates sweep D.C. elections
All 10 candidates endorsed by the District of Columbia Association of REALTORS® are projected to win.* DCAR supported the following candidates: U.S. Congress: Eleanor Holmes Norton, PROJECTED WINNER Mayor: Muriel Bowser, PROJECTED WINNER Attorney General: Brian Schwalb, PROJECTED WINNER Council Chairman: Phil Mendelson, PROJECTED WINNER Council At-Large: Anita Bonds, PROJECTED WINNER Council At-Large: Kenyan McDuffie,… Read more »