Legal Hotline Attorney Vern Jarboe answers frequently asked questions from Kansas REALTORS® about their transactions. REBR Legal Hotline will keep you and your entire firm in touch with Vern Jarboe, the REBR Legal Hotline Attorney all year long! To … [Read more...]
Be Alert to Unendorsed ‘Credit Clearing’ Solicitation
February 5, 2014 by
In past weeks, an individual named Ray Perry, operating out of Las Vegas and referring to himself as "The Mediator," has been contacting state and local associations and members to market a "credit clearing system." In addition to making telephone … [Read more...]
When will Kansas host a Statewide MLS?
January 27, 2014 by
We received an email today with a question that may be on many of your minds. We thought we'd share the answer: Q: I have read a few articles about Boards of REALTORS® looking at going to a statewide MLS service instead of individual MLS services. … [Read more...]
SCAM – Be careful with your clients wiring instructions
January 17, 2014 by
We have received notice of a scam that is gaining momentum and has been affecting REALTORS® in Florida and recently one of our own Kansas REALTORS®!!! Be on alert if you receive an inquiry through Zillow or another third party data facilitator. It … [Read more...]
2014 Legislative Agenda for the Kansas Association of REALTORS®
January 13, 2014 by
Now more than ever, the return of a healthy real estate market and real estate industry is vital to restoring strong economic development and job growth in Kansas. The real estate industry plays a unique and major role in stimulating economic growth … [Read more...]
Using the REALTOR® Trademark in Online Usernames
January 11, 2014 by
“What’s in a Name?” That question begins the Membership Marks Manual of the National Association of REALTORS®. But today, it may be more apt to ask, “What’s in a username?” As social networking websites and blogs continue to gain popularity in the … [Read more...]
Four Key Elements to a Great Training Platform | January 2014
January 8, 2014 by
Our observation is that owners and managers no longer want training. They want results! The last thing they want is entertainment posing as training. In fact, we have emails from owners asking about our training and results. They specifically say, … [Read more...]
NAR Issue Update Mortgage Cancellation Tax Relief
December 30, 2013 by
Issue Background: On December 31, 2013 the Mortgage Cancellation Tax Relief will expire. NAR has been working with Congress since early this year to extend this important real estate tax provision. Without an extension, homeowners who have any … [Read more...]
How the Affordable Care Act may affect your spouses insurance plan?
November 19, 2013 by
Do you rely upon your spouse’s employer for your health insurance coverage? If you do, you could find yourself without coverage after this year’s enrollment. Why? The reason is simple: the Affordable Care Act. Under the act, employers are not … [Read more...]
REALTOR® Safety Forms: More Than Just Space Filler
November 15, 2013 by
As agents you are more than likely overwhelmed with paperwork and documents. However, there are a few key documents that are often overlooked, that every agent should have in their arsenal that may very well save your life or help in an emergency … [Read more...]
