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...]
Find an updated list of Certified Home Inspectors at KAREI.ORG
January 28, 2014 by
Prior to the advent of home inspections, all too often REALTORS® found themselves a party to complaints or lawsuits between buyers and sellers regarding property defects, even though they had no prior knowledge or awareness of the issue. Property … [Read more...]
Protect yourself against electronic danger
January 27, 2014 by
With today’s technology and competition, there is no doubt that most of us spend time at night on our phones, laptops, televisions, even tablets. Most of us can feel the eye-strain from overuse of these devices; yet, not many people know the negative … [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...]
Kansas Real Estate Housing Statistics | December 2013
January 24, 2014 by
Kansas home sales rose by 1.3 percent in December 2013 compared to the same period last year, according to new figures released by the Kansas Association of REALTORS®. Sales totaled 2,504 units in December, up from 2,471 units in 2012. In comparison, … [Read more...]
Legal Hotline FAQs – December 2013
January 20, 2014 by
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...]
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...]
