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Podcast: Raising the bar for appraiser trainees
Appraiser trainees have until October 1 to complete their education, according to Dan Bradley, chair of the State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers. »
1 Comment »Podcast: Military still eligible for homebuyer tax credit
Service members have until April 30, 2011 to sign a sales contract and until June 30, 2011 to close on a home to be eligible for the federal tax credit. »
No Comments »Podcast: PAR tackles AMCs and sprinklers
The goal of the sprinkler legislation is to roll back the mandate for at least one year. “It is very clear that the electorate is not pleased with the mandate and it should be a choice,” said Updegrave. »
No Comments »PAR names new executive vice president
David Phillips, CAE, RCE will take the reins as PAR’s executive vice president (EVP) on September 1. »
8 Comments »Podcast: Members are vital in passing legislation
There are four legislative initiatives that NAR is focusing its resources on according to John DiBiase, government affairs communications director for NAR. »
No Comments »Podcast: REALTORS® tap commercial markets with PAR•CIE
PARCIE.com is a tool for REALTORS® who sell commercial real estate in addition to residential. »
No Comments »PAR testifies about AMCs before state House
Creating a level playing field for appraisers and appraisal management companies (AMCs) is the ultimate goal of legislation being introduced in the state House of Representatives, according to Michelle Bradley, chair of PAR’s AMC Task Force, who testified before the state House Professional Licensure Committee Wednesday. »
1 Comment »Podcast: NAR beta tests RPR
REALTORS® across the nation will soon be able to access online data about every property in the US. The National Association of REALTORS® is gathering property information for the REALTORS® Property Resource™, one of NAR’s Second Century Initiatives. »
2 Comments »Save on energy costs with Energy Plus
Energy Plus offers a unique, customized electricity program that gives members cash back benefits and monthly cost savings, without changing utility companies. There are no sign-up fees, cancellation fees or long-term commitments. »
6 Comments »PAR collecting property tax assessment input
The state’s antiquated assessment laws may finally be addressed, thanks to a PA Supreme Court ruling last year. »
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