The recent governor’s veto raised taxes on middle-class Kansans. Federal tax reform in 2017 doubled the standard deduction, however, the State of Kansas did not. Filers who take the higher standard deduction on their federal taxes, must accept the … [Read more...]
What’s The Safest Way To Manage Your Passwords?
Article provided by the Tech Helpline. It may be the biggest Catch-22 of technology: password protection keeps your data safe. After all, one in five Americans says they have experienced a compromise of an online account. But to be genuinely … [Read more...]
Kansas Housing Market Stats – June 2019
"Home sales were down 3.6 percent through the first six months of the year," said KAR president, Steve LaRue with McGrew Real Estate in Lawrence. "This appears to be due primarily to the lack of inventory. The 3.1 months' supply at the end of June … [Read more...]
Lawrence Board of REALTORS® – Giving Back To The Community
This fall the Lawrence Board of REALTORS® will hold their 6th Annual Charity Classic golf tournament. Since it began in 2013 the tournament has grown and now there are spots for up to 100 golfers. Golfers are not just REALTORS® though, affiliate … [Read more...]
Big Data: When Will It Make A Difference In Brokerage Strategy? | REAL Trends
It’s not a lack of data holding brokers back; it’s that brokers don’t use the data they have. By Steve Murray, President We reviewed a new dashboard from one of the largest transaction management firms in North America a few weeks back. The … [Read more...]
Register For Upcoming USDA Community Facilities Workshops In Kansas
More than 100 types of projects are eligible for funding under USDA’s Community Facilities program. Eligible applicants include municipalities, public bodies, nonprofit organizations and federally recognized Native American tribes. Projects must be … [Read more...]
Top Questions from the Legal Hotline – June 2019
Legal Hotline Attorney, Vern Jarboe, answers this quarter’s most asked legal questions. Access live legal help and get answers to your transaction questions through the Legal Hotline. Visit Rebr.com and subscribe today! … [Read more...]
Kansas Housing Market Stats – May 2019
"Although home sales rose in May, housing market activity is still constrained by a lack of inventory," said KAR president, Steve LaRue with McGrew Real Estate in Lawrence. "The number of homes newly put on the market so far this year is down 5.8 … [Read more...]
Humans Are The Value Wedge!| REAL Trends
Your brokerage’s unique personality and knowledge are what give you the edge.By Larry Kendall, author of Ninja Selling & chairman emeritus of The Group, Inc. Real Estate Have you observed that money flows to value? Our value proposition … [Read more...]
IT and Wire Fraud
Using computer in the office While human actions are the best way to protect yourself against wire fraud, your computer can be a player in the equation as well. Take time to update your devices and programs While it is tempting to ignore … [Read more...]