October 25, 2021
Local, State and National REALTOR® Association
News & MLS Updates
Local News & Information
The following companies have already committed to creating and donating a wreath for the competition auction, but there's still plenty of time for you to join in on the fun.
Damron Group, REALTORS®
Corner Post Real Estate
Vallone Real Estate
AustinSA Real Estate Services
New Braunfels Title Company
Hart Properties/Pat Fernandez
Broker/Manager Meeting for Q4
THIS Wednesday, October 27th
Join us in-person for breakfast or via Zoom!

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CTXMLS System Training & Orientation
Thursday, October 28th
Four Rivers AOR Mobile South Texas Blood Drive
Tuesday, November 2nd, 10 AM to 3 PM
It only takes a moment to help save a life.

Four Rivers AOR is hosting a Mobile Blood Drive at our Headquarters in Gruene to give back to the communities we live, work, and support.

As of today, like so many other cities across the nation, we are experiencing a severe blood shortage. We have seen declining donor show-rates and appointments in the last several weeks, bringing our blood and platelet inventory to extremely critical levels (less than 1 day supply). No other blood center can provide support to us.

We do this to save lives and we need donors to help us turn this around. You are the heat and soul of that makes this lifesaving mission possible! Patients are waiting and they depend on us. That's one of the things we love about Texas - We come through for each other! Please share this with your friends, family, and co-workers. It is imperative that we have all hands on deck. Thank you!


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NextGen FREE Legal I and II
Rescheduled for Tuesday, November 2nd
Important Announcement:

NextGen's FREE Legal Update I and II Classes have been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 2nd, so you still have an opportunity to take advantage of this Exclusive Member Benefit from Four Rivers for free CE credit towards your license renewal before the end of the year. See details below.
September 2021 Market Viewer Infographics
Looking for reliable data to help you better understand your market? Want market statistics to share with prospects and clients? View, download and share the Market Viewer Info-graphics posted on our website and Facebook page monthly. PLEASE CITE "Four Rivers Association of REALTORS®" as the source of information if you intend to share or distribute this information to the public or a third party. Thank you! You are now able to download these in PDF formats from the FRAR website under Market Viewer Infographics.
Four Rivers Appraisal Basics Class
November 16th
State News & Information
Texas REALTORS® Legislative Liaison:
3rd Special Session Ends with Property Tax Relief Legislation
The third called special session of the 87th Texas Legislature ended in the early hours of Tuesday when the House and Senate adjourned sine die after midnight.
 
Those final hours brought big news for Texas property taxes.
 
In short: Texas voters will have a constitutional amendment on the May 7, 2022 ballot to increase the homestead exemption for school districts from $25,000 to $40,000 starting in the 2022 tax year, and the state will make up the difference in revenue for school districts.

Early voting continues statewide.
 
The period to vote early in the Nov. 2, 2021 election continues through October 29.
 
Every Texas voter has eight statewide propositions on their ballot as proposed constitutional amendments. Texas REALTORS® is neutral on all proposed constitutional amendments on the November ballot. See analysis of the eight statewide propositions, including what supports and opponents say about each proposition at www.texasrealtorssupport.com.
National News & Information
National Association of REALTORS® News Release:
Existing-Home Sales Ascend 7.0 in September
Key Highlights

  • Existing-home sales on a seasonally adjusted annual rate rose 7% in September from August, with all regions showing an increase.
  • From one year ago, the inventory of unsold homes decreased 13% to 1.27 million – equivalent to 2.4 months of the monthly sales pace.
  • From the prior month, inventory dipped 0.8%.The median existing-home sales price climbed 13.3% year-over-year to $352,800.
Did You Know? - FRAR Benefit Tip of the Week
100 Days to Greatness Program
100 Days to Greatness is the most comprehensive, step-by-step training program ever created for the real estate industry! Developed and taught by industry legend Brian Buffini, the course will guide you through proven systems to launch your real estate career. You’ll receive weekly action steps to:

  • Generate Quality Leads for Your Business
  • Gain the Skills to Close Deals
  • Learn Winning Financial Strategies
  • And More!

You’ll learn how to leverage your time, money and energy to be successful in your career in just 100 days!

Members of the National Association of
REALTORS® receive $100 off!   (Reg. $495)
Code of Ethics Reminder:
All REALTORS® MUST Take COE by December 31, 2021
Due to changes adopted by the NAR Board of Directors, the TREC Legal II class no longer satisfies the NAR requirement for REALTOR® Code of Ethics training.
All REALTORS® must complete Code of Ethics training every three years, with the current deadline being December 31, 2021.
Failure to complete the requirement will lead to suspension of membership. Check your status on NAR's website.
Four Rivers AOR is proud to announce that 70% of our membership have completed the NAR Code of Ethics this cycle! CONGRATULATIONS to you all, only 30% to go!
This requirement also applies to Appraiser Members of NAR.
Upcoming Classes, Meetings & Events:
Monday, October 25th - 30 HR CE Class: GRI Contracts Day 3 - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm *Virtual

Tuesday, October 26th - 30 HR CE Class: GRI Contracts Day 4 - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm *Virtual

Wednesday, October 27th - FRAR Broker/Manager Meeting Q4 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am *In-Person and Zoom

Thursday, October 28th - Seguin Property Tour: 9:00 am to 11:00 am *In-Person

Thursday, October 28th - CTXMLS Free Training & Orientation: 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm *Virtual
Four Rivers Associating of REALTORS® is here to provide you with all Membership Services including, but not limited to:

  • REALTOR® Membership & CTXMLS Access and Changes
  • Education for SAE and CE Licensing
  • MLS Access, Training & Support
  • Supra eKey Setup and Support
  • SafeShowings Safety App
  • Online and In-Person Board Store Shopping
  • Access to Local, State and National Member Benefits Programs
  • Market Viewer Data Relevance Infographics for State and FRAR Counties
  • Updates on Real Estate Legislation and Issues Mobilization.
  • Texas REALTORS® Political Action Committee Involvement
  • Committees & Events for Networking and Community Advocacy

Let us know how we can help you today!
Masks are encouraged but not required in common areas.

Four Rivers Association of REALTORS®
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