What’s the Real Problem With Kansas School Funding Formula? The Kansas Supreme Court says the State’s formula for distributing budget assistance to K-12 schools is unconstitutional. Kansas lawmakers have until June 30th to comply with the … [Read more...]
The Unbalanced Housing Market | REAL Trends
June 13, 2016 by
Some interesting notes about today’s housing market based on REAL Trends research. By Steve Murray, publisher The homeownership rate for Generation X and the Millennials is 6 to 8 percent below historical norms according to several … [Read more...]
Is it Time to Switch Your Default Web Browser?
June 13, 2016 by
Are you aware of the downfalls of using an outdated web browser? Tricia Stamper, Director of Technology products for Florida Realtors® recently published a blog post, which is getting traction on real estate platforms, about the downfalls of not … [Read more...]
What is a Successful Veto Override? Read On…You Benefit!
June 6, 2016 by
by Patrick Vogelsberg, KAR Vice President of Governmental Affairs The official end of the legislative session in Kansas is known as “Sine Die.” Traditionally, Sine Die is largely ceremonial and sparsely attended by both legislators and lobbyist. … [Read more...]
Kansas Housing Market Stats – April 2016
May 24, 2016 by
Kansas home sales rose by 4.6 percent in April 2016 compared to the same period last year, according to new figures released by the Kansas Association of REALTORS®. Sales totaled 3,438 units in April, up from 3,288 units in 2015. In comparison, sales … [Read more...]
The REALTOR® Voice Was Heard in DC Last Week
May 18, 2016 by
“Kansas REALTOR® visits to Capitol Hill during NAR legislative meetings were a great success,” said Patrick Vogelsberg, KAR’s Vice President of Governmental Affairs. “We engaged several legislators, most notably the two Kansas Senators, to further … [Read more...]
The Next Stage of Good
May 16, 2016 by
guest post by Melynn Sight of nSight Marketing "History is never over," said Bob Woodward, two-time Pulitzer prize winning journalist for The Washington Post and author of All the President’s Men. Woodward kicked off the National Association of … [Read more...]
Turning Your Leads Funnel Upside Down | Real Trends
May 10, 2016 by
The ability to target a specific audience with a message equips marketers with an effective approach to pinpoint marketing. By Paul Salley, marketing strategist Many real estate professionals are familiar with a farming technique or lead … [Read more...]
Capitol Report – Legislative Update May 9, 2016
May 9, 2016 by
Kansas REALTOR® Advocacy: Final Review of the 2016 Legislative Session The Kansas Legislature wrapped up the 2016 Legislative Session around 3:30 AM on Monday, May 2nd. At just 74 days, this session was the shortest Kansas legislative session in … [Read more...]
Are You at Risk of Losing Your Facebook Access?
May 2, 2016 by
Marketing and real estate go together like peanut butter and jelly, but times have changed since the local newspapers were the go-to place to make your brand known to the community. These days, people go online to find anything they need, and … [Read more...]
