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Get the Facts 11.19.24

We Need Your Help Washington REALTORS®!

We're calling on every Washington REALTOR® member to contribute just $15 toward RRF’s mission to provide financial relief to victims when disaster strikes. Help us reach our goal of 260 donations before December 1st by texting “TEAMRRF” to 71777 and making a minimum $15 donation!

Since its founding nearly 25 years ago, the REALTOR® Relief Foundation (RRF) has provided critical support to families affected by natural disasters (not just REALTORS®), with Washington alone benefiting from four RRF grants totaling over $500,000. What makes RRF unique is that 100% of donations go directly to those in need, so let's rally together and show RRF what Washington REALTORS® can do to support a good cause!
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Don't Miss the Residential Insurance Issues Impacting Homeowners & REALTORS® Webinar!

Is your clients' insurance at risk? If you’re seeing canceled policies, non-renewals, or steep cost increases for property insurance, you’re not alone. Washington REALTORS® is hosting a webinar to address the mounting challenges in the residential insurance market. Join us virtually on Thursday, November 21st from 10:00am-11:30am to learn what’s driving these changes and what to expect going forward.
 
Experts from the Office of Insurance Commissioner, the National Association of REALTORS®, and the insurance industry will provide updates and answer your questions. This webinar is critical for REALTORS® looking to stay informed and for homeowners facing insurance difficulties.

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How You Can Help Home Buyers Save on Utility Bills

As real estate pros, you have the unique opportunity to help home buyers tackle one of the biggest ongoing costs of homeownership: utility bills. This NAR article details practical strategies for reducing energy expenses, from recommending energy audits to implementing cost-effective upgrades like air sealing and insulation.
 
Learn how these tips can not only save your clients money, but also enhance your reputation as a resourceful & knowledgeable REALTOR®! 

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You Only Have 42 Days to Complete the Required Code of Ethics Training 

Don't miss your chance! Join us on November 21st from 9:30AM-12:30PM for the virtual Code of Ethics course with Terry Eccles-Pettet for just $10/REALTOR®!
 
Not sure if you've fulfilled the training requirement? Visit our COE Training page to confirm your status, read FAQs, or register for NAR's complimentary course for all members. Have questions? Email us at educationservices@warealtor.org, we're here to help! 

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DOL Accepting Applications for Audit Supervisor Position (BPA4)

The Department of Licensing's Centralized Investigations & Audits Unit (CIAU) is currently looking for an Audit Supervisor of Real Estate Licensees and Business Owners. If you would enjoy motivating a skilled team from a distance and reviewing reports for inconsistencies, they invite you to apply! Please note this position was recently reopened with new qualifications, see the full posting for more details.
 
They suggest you apply quickly, the posting may close at any time!

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Did You Catch the Latest Video Update? 

In case you missed last Friday's Legal Hotline video update, WR Legal Hotline Lawyer Annie Fitzsimmons discussed what happens when a Buyer Broker goes on vacation or is just plain unavailable to show their clients' property in a certain timeframe.
 
Tune in to learn how another broker stepping in could impact your Buyer Brokerage Service Agreement (BBSA)!

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Legal Hotline Q&A of the Week 

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