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Local Real Estate Prices Set Record
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Spokane County's median-home price broke records again in April as it soared to a historic high of $356,500.
The April average-home price represents a 27.3% increase over the mark for April 2020, which was $280,091, according to data provided from the Spokane Association of Realtors.
The new median closing price also came in higher than March, which was $341,750.
While the median home price has continued to climb as a result of demand outpacing the number of available properties, it remains below the western region's median home price, which includes larger metro areas, such as Los Angeles, Seattle and Las Vegas.
The median price in the West was $493,300 in March, according to the National Association of Realtors. April data is not yet available.
Read the full article in The Spokesman-Review, online here.
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Legal Hotline: Disturbing Trend
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NEW!
Washington REALTORS® Legal Hotline attorney Annie Fitzsimmons shares a new video to talk about a disturbing trend that could become a very big Anti-Trust problem in our industry. See her new three-minute video online here:
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Legal Hotline:
Disturbing Trend that Could Become an Anti-Trust Problem
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2021 SAR REALTOR® Awards Nominations
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Applications are now being accepted for all 2021 SAR REALTOR® Awards!
You and your REALTOR® colleagues will decide who will be our honorees for:
2021 REALTOR ® of the Year
Steve Flinn REALTOR ® Achievement
REALTOR ® Community Service
Affiliate of the Year
Partner of the Year
Spokane's Citizen of the Year
The deadline by which you must submit nominations to the SAR for them to be considered is Tuesday, June 1st.
The 2021 SAR REALTOR® Awards will be announced and presented at the SAR's Quarterly Meeting & Luncheon at Centerplace - August 19th.
More details to come!
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2020 Gary Fox Memorial Award
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Deadline: June 1st
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2020 Gary Fox Memorial Designated/Managing Broker Award.
This award recognizes a Designated Broker or Managing Broker who serves as an example of loyalty, ethical behavior, and leadership in the real estate profession.
The deadline to submit applications to the SAR is Tuesday, June 1st.
The 2020 Gary Fox Memorial Designated/Managing Broker Award honoree will be announced and presented at the SAR's Quarterly Meeting & Luncheon at Centerplace - August 19th.
More details to come!
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2021 James S. Black Memorial Scholarship
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Deadline: June 1st
Applications are now being accepted for the 2021 James S. Black Memorial Scholarship.
This scholarship helps members pay for tuition and expenses leading to professional designations such as GRI, CRS, CPM, SIR, or MAI.
The deadline to submit applications to the SAR is Tuesday, June 1st.
The 2021 James S. Black Memorial Scholarship will be announced and presented at the SAR's Quarterly Meeting & Luncheon at Centerplace - August 19th.
More details soon!
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2021 SAR Legacy of Service Award
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Deadline: June 1st
Your SAR is now accepting nominations for its 2021SAR Legacy of Service Award.
This award is created as a "Lifetime Achievement" award to honor those REALTOR® members who are respected in our profession by colleagues and serve our profession through various Association committees.
Additionally, this award honors those who spend the majority of their years as active REALTORS® mentoring newer members, helping to define regulations within our field, all the while giving back to the community.
The deadline to submit nominations to the SAR is Tuesday, June 1st.
The 2021 SAR Legacy of Service Award will be presented at the SAR's Quarterly Meeting & Luncheon at Centerplace - August 19th.
We'll have more details to share soon!
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RPR Maps
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Next week!
Tuesday, May 18th
11 a.m.
RPR Maps can be a powerful tool in your tool belt.
In this 45 minute webinar, you'll use RPR maps to serve your buyers and find new clients by:
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Learning the basics of starting a property or area search
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Refining your searches by zooming in on areas based on local geographies
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How to search for properties within Opportunity Zones
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How to perform school searches
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SAR Professional Development
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SAR Professional Development
Please be in touch with Tami at the SAR if you have any questions about classes or your license education requirements, by phone at 326-9222 or by email.
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Bloopers and Blunders with Ken Sax
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NEXT WEEK!
Monday, May 17th
Biggest Bloopers & Blunders we make in our Statewide Forms!
THIS CLASS REQUIRES A SPEAKER & YOU TO BE ON CAMERA. BE PREPARED!
Mon May 17th 1pm-4:30pm
3.5 clock hours
Instructor: Ken Sax
You'll want to check out this class and learn what the bloopers are and how to avoid making the same mistakes!
Don't be that broker!!
Ken Sax has been teaching the Purchase & Sale class since 2010. He's very passionate about REALTORS being experts on this... after all, your clients think you are!
See Ken's personal video invitation to join his class, above.
Ken will be discussing Forms - 21, 50, 51, 22A. 22EF, 22B, 39, 22Q, 35/35R, 35E and 36.
NEXT WEEK!
Your Code of Ethics & Fair Housing Intro
THIS CLASS REQUIRES A SPEAKER & YOU TO BE ON CAMERA. BE PREPARED!
(2) Day class
Tues May 18th 8:30-12:30
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Weds May 19th 8:30-Noon
7.5 clock hours
Instructor: Mike Crowley
This class is required for all NEW Brokers.
Why Ethics?
Professionalism means conducting yourself ethically and with integrity and competence. It results in satisfied clients and customers. It's good business!
Course Goal -You will gain knowledge of the REALTORS® Code of Ethics that will help you . . .
Fulfill your essential responsibilities as a REALTOR®,
Enjoy a successful career based on the highest principles of your profession, and
Develop appropriate responses and solutions to the most pressing dilemmas you will face as a REALTOR®.
NEW!
2021 FORM REVISIONS
THIS CLASS REQUIRES A SPEAKER & YOU TO BE ON CAMERA. BE PREPARED!
Mon June 24th 1-4pm
3.0 clock hours
Instructor: Sabrina Jones-Schroeder
This class will go over what you need to know for the new 2021 forms revisions and any current industry updates.
Don't miss this very informative class on the new form changes.
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SAR CALENDAR
Click on the image below to see
the current SAR calendar showing dates and times
of classes, committees, and events.
Other regional calendars:
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2021 Fair Housing Conference
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The Northwest Fair Housing Alliance will hold a virtual housing conference, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday May 20, and 8:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 27, online.
On the first day of the conference, guests will learn about protecting immigrant and refugee neighbors from discrimination, housing justice for formerly incarcerated people, and supporting vulnerable and underserved populations in accessing and maintaining housing.
The conference is free to attend.
Special SAR event!
5:30 p.m.; Thursday, May 27th
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e-PRO® Certification
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NAR's e-PRO® certification program was developed to help real estate professionals broaden their technology skills and compete effectively in today's market.
Gain practical knowledge in advanced digital marketing techniques and promote your expertise to consumers with the e-PRO® certification.
Designed for real estate professionals at all experience levels. Gain the confidence and knowledge in seeing these transactions through with the following tools:
- Direct distressed sellers to finance, tax, and legal professionals
- Qualify sellers for short sales
- Develop a short sale package
- Negotiate with lenders
- Tap into buyer demand
- Safeguard your commission
- Limit risk
- Protect buyers
Live Virtual e-PRO® 2-Day Certification Program
May 25-26, 2021 * 8am-3pm PDT
Instructor: Craig Grant
Cost: $149 (reg. $219)
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SAR Blood Drive
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Our next blood drive will be June 8th at the SAR on the bus!
Please schedule your donation by calling 1.877.258.4825 or visit
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Luau on the Bluff
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Thursday, June 3
First Live Gathering of 2021!
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Banner Bank
Condron Homes
Flagstar Bank
Spokane County Title
Spokane Teachers Credit Union
Synergy One Lending
The SAR proudly presents the Luau on the Bluff - our first live REALTOR® event of 2021! The evening will include some great Pacific Island-inspired food, live music, silent auction, door prizes, a "best-dressed" contest, and a gorgeous sunset view of the valley! Tickets $35 through May 26th; or at the door on June 3rd - $50.
Proceeds from our event will be going to Family Promise of Spokane.
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SAR Member Roster Update - April
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Updated for April
Click here to view the latest Member Roster Update (pictured above) - approved by the SAR Board of Directors at its most recent meeting.
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SAR Market Activity Report - April
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The SAR Market Activity Report for April is now online.
See the latest full report - a member-exclusive product
See the April 2021 Market Snapshot Report
See the 2021 Year to Date Market Snapshot Report (pictured above), online here.
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Quick Information
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Tech Helpline: 866-610-8939
Legal Hotline: 800-562-6027
Washington State Legislature Hotline: 800-562-6000
MLS Weekly News & Info
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2021 SAR Leadership
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Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
PRESIDENT ELECT:
Choice Realty
995-2833
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT:
Kestell Company
499-9999
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