Get the Facts 10.08.24
There's Still Time to Help Those Impacted by Hurricane Helene
100% of contributions made by October 11th go directly to the housing needs of victims of Hurricane Helene.Helene was one of the largest hurricanes in history, and urgent help is STILL needed to help the Southeast dig out from the destruction. State and local REALTOR® associations continue to step up with disaster relief funds and local efforts, with many opening their offices to collect supplies for victims. But they need our help.
We urge you to make a personal donation to the RRF. Washington homeowners have benefited from RRF aid before—now is our chance to pay it forward. 100% of donations go to relief, and you can designate funds for Hurricane Helene through October 11.
To donate, visit https://payment.apps.realtor/RRF/, text HeleneRelief24 to 71777, or scan the QR code above.
Learn more about what you can do to help here.
The Code of Ethics Training Cycle Deadline is Approaching Quickly
Get this training taken care of with one of our upcoming Code of Ethics webinars with Terry Eccles-Pettet! Members can register for just $10 and will earn 3 CE credits.Available Code of Ethics Webinars:
October 15th, 2024 | 9:30AM-12:30PM | 3 CE
November 21st, 2024 | 9:30AM-12:30PM | 3 CE
December 2nd, 2024| 9:30AM-12:30PM | 3 CE
December 13th, 2024 | 9:30AM-12:30PM | 3 CE
Not sure if you've fulfilled the requirement? Check your status here.
Register for one of the upcoming webinars here today!
There is SO Much to Take Away From Draft Like a Lawyer!
DLAL is less than a month away! You're invited to join us this November 4th - 5th, 2024 at Hotel Interurban in Tukwila for Draft Like a Lawyer!This two-day course is designed to teach you the necessary drafting skills and integrated use of the most popular statewide forms! Not only will you improve your drafting skills, but you'll also earn 16CE credits as you learn about real estate forms and how to use them in your business.
The course also allows you to catch up on high-demand topics taught by Legal Hotline Lawyer, Annie Fitzsimmons... You don't want to miss it!
Registration closed.
5 Things Nearly Everyone Gets Wrong About Their Home Insurance Policy
Helping your clients understand the fine print of their home insurance policy is important. In a new Realtor.com article, author Julie Gerstein highlights five common misconceptions about home insurance that could leave homeowners vulnerable to unexpected costs.This is a must-read for REALTORS® wanting to help protect your clients' homes and assets!
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More Helpful NAR Consumer Guides!
Check out the latest in NAR's “Consumer Guide” series on multiple listing services (MLSs)!This resource covers what an MLS is and how it aids in the homebuying and home-selling process. For ease of reference, below is a running list of the resources published to date:
NEW: Multiple Listing Services
Seller Concessions
Why Am I Being Asked to Sign a Written Buyer Agreement?
Open Houses and Written Agreements
REALTORS’® Duty to Put Client Interests Above Their Own
What Veterans Need to Know About Buying a Home
Offers of Compensation
Negotiating Written Buyer Agreements
Access them all and more here today!
2025 WR Committee Applications Closing Soon
Submit your application by October 15th to be considered!Committee members are an important piece of Washington REALTORS®' success, and many gain lifelong friendships, valuable referrals, leadership experience, and more! You never know where committee work could take you: apply before it's too late!