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Protecting Your Industry:
THE JOURNEY OF YOUR RPAC INVESTMENT
DID YOU KNOW?
RPAC Investments can be made online via computer or smartphone, making the process simple and easy! With RPAC, Realtors from across the state come together and become one voice in the state’s most effective lobbying machine.
CLICK HERE TO MAKE YOUR RPAC INVESTMENT ONLINE
CLICK HERE TO VIEW HOW YOUR RPAC INVESTMENT WORKS
Source: Michigan REALTORS® (MR)
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A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU is extended to each and every SEBAR Member that invested in RPAC in 2021!! Not only did we reach our Investment Goal, but we also hit our Participation Goal!!
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Text REALTOR to the number 30644
Be ready to support your industry in a time of need! Never miss a Call for Action by joining the Realtor® Party Mobile Alert Campaign!
Members that text REALTOR to the number 30644 will receive a texted link to participate in NAR, Michigan, and local association Calls for Action to help advance industry issues. Just two clicks and your message will be sent to the appropriate elected officials!
While used sparingly, when a Call for Action does take place, these significantly turn up the volume on key industry issues with our elected officials. 8,642 Michigan Realtors® successfully contacted Lansing during a 28-hour period in April 2020 to support lobbying efforts that allowed in-person real estate work to resume!
All Michigan Realtors® enrolled as an RPMA subscriber before February 21 will be eligible to win a FREE EVENT REGISTRATION to the Michigan Realtors® Convention in Grand Rapids in September! Please note that an event registration does not include a hotel stay. As Michigan Realtors® work toward more effective Call for Action response rates and NAR President’s Cup recognition, make sure you are signed up as an RPMA subscriber by Presidents’ Day!
Participate in the mobile alert campaign today! Be ready to act at a moment’s notice the next time Realtors® need to communicate with Congress, the Michigan Legislature, or local officials about important industry issues!
Source: Michigan REALTORS® (MR)
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First-Time Home Buyer Savings Accounts Move Closer to the Governor’s Desk
The Michigan Senate unanimously passed House Bill 4290, sponsored by Representative Mari Manoogian (D- Birmingham). This important vote puts the bills on track to hopefully hit the Governor’s desk by the end of next week. The Michigan House is scheduled to vote on the remaining piece of the bill package, Senate Bill 145 sponsored by Senator Ken Horn (R- Frankenmuth), when they return to session.
Once in law, these accounts will provide a pathway to homeownership and promote smart savings and talent retention. We thank the state legislature for addressing this important issue and a big ‘thank you’ to our main bill sponsors, Representatives Mari Manoogian and John Damoose, and Senators Ken Horn and Jim Runestad.
Source: National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)
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Register to Vote!
Michigan Realtors® are a strong voice. Together, we VOTE, ACT, and INVEST!
Do you need to register to vote or update your voter registration address? It’s easy!
Michigan Realtors® know it is important for the membership to be involved promoting our industry, private property rights, and the power of ownership. Make sure you are prepared to cast your ballot in future local, state, and federal elections!
Source: Michigan REALTORS® (MR)
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NAR - Window to the Law
Vaccine mandates are making headlines, but how do vaccine policies apply to real estate brokerages? Get tips and best practices to consider when providing real estate services in light of the ongoing pandemic, including seller vaccine requirements and avoiding potential fair housing pitfalls.
Source: National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)
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Legal Lines - Question(s) of the Month
QUESTION: My buyers are having second thoughts about going ahead with the purchase of a home. Can they just walk away from the transaction and forfeit their earnest money or are there other potential risks?
ANSWER: Some purchase contracts provide that in the event of a default by the buyers, the sellers’ only remedy is to keep the buyers’ earnest money deposit as “liquidated damages.” However, many, perhaps most, purchase agreements provide that in the event the buyers default, the sellers can keep the earnest money deposit and sue the buyers for damages. Your buyers should be encouraged to consult with an attorney.
DID YOU KNOW? Your Michigan Realtors® membership gives you direct, no-fee access to an attorney who is experienced in real estate law and its related issues. Get the counsel and guidance you need to practice your profession wisely. Call 800.522.2820.
Source: Michigan REALTORS® (MR)
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Thank You to our 2022 SEBAR Affiliate Partners ...
Diamond Partners
Michigan Title Insurance Agency, Inc.
Rick "Smitty" Smith, Adam Drobet, Michelle Vajcner, Julie Wery
Pillar to Post
Steven Peterson
Supreme Lending
Julie Sammons
Ruby Partners
First American Title Company
Linda Gutierrez, Rachel Lloyd, Frank Lucarelli, Angie McNeely
First Merchants Bank
Bill Genna, Aaron Mason, Howard Roberts, Susan Roppel
Simple Mortgage
Dawn McCarty
Gold Partners
Accuspect Home Inspection Company
Dale Raines
Monroe Community Credit Union
April Eggert, Michelle Micallef
Silver Partners
2-10 Home Buyers Warranty
Mark Light
America's Preferred Home Warranty
Tyler James
American Financial Network
Tom Ciotti
Downriver Profile
Robbin Moyer
Hassett Title
Dan Hassett, Doug Hassett, William Hassett
InsideOut Inspections Plus
Evan Calendine, Wayne Pavlika
John Adams Mortgage
Corrie Dye-Hale
Lawyers Title of Monroe
Goran Cepo, Ann Hammack, Kendan Myers
Mortgage 1 - Allen Park
Walter Tyslicki, Gary Swinney
TLC Community Credit Union
Kristina Frank
Turn Key Title Agency LLC
Lisa Beaudrie
Union Home Mortgage
Kristian Bezeau, Jacob Boes
University Lending
Dan Voran, Michael Van Dusen, Donna Ferguson
We are grateful for your continued support of SEBAR!
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Southeastern Border Association of REALTORS®
Shannon Harner, RCE, AHWD, e-PRO, Chief Executive Officer
Donna Birkner, e-PRO, Downriver Office Manager
Lisa Horvath, e-PRO, MLS Director
Jessica Lapp, e-PRO, Membership Director
Monroe Office
125 Cole Road
Monroe, MI 48162
734-242-6866
Downriver Office
Horizon Business Center West
20600 Eureka Road, Suite 510
Taylor, MI 48180
734-287-8060
Regular business hours for both SEBAR Offices are Monday through Friday (except holidays), from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
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