NVAR Keeps Members in the Know and Indispensable

Anyone living and practicing real estate in Northern Virginia knows that ours is a unique market. In this issue’s cover article, Michele Lerner explores consumer expectations and market realities. Stories like this underscore the importance of understanding both our hyper-local markets and the region’s economy. 

At NVAR, we strive to provide the most up-to-date-market information and to explore issues that impact our members’ ability to achieve their business goals. As our 2016 NVAR billing cycle begins, I want to share with you how we accomplish this through some of your membership benefits. NVAR offers excellent Forums and Summits, and our School of Real Estate provides CE, post licensing, and professional designations. Did you know that your membership includes online CE at no additional cost to you through Razorpath at razorpath.org? Learn more on page 15. 

We encourage members to take advantage of our Legal Hotline at no cost. You can submit questions online to be answered by. Our legal staff will even bring their expertise to your office meetings. Brokers can email prostandards@nvar.com to schedule a visit.

“We encourage members to take advantage of our Legal Hotline at no cost.”

It’s important to understand how infrastructure, construction, new laws and regulations affect our livelihood and our clients’ interests. By working with business leaders and elected officials at the local and state level, NVAR’s Government Affairs staff is on the front lines protecting home ownership in Northern Virginia – and sharing the latest news with you. 

Exploring future industry challenges is an important exercise. In this issue, we address topics that will shape our local and national real estate landscape. On page 19, David Versel explores five factors that will influence the real estate industry in Northern Virginia. And on page 12, you can read about our 2015 Convention Keynote Speaker Stefan Swanepoel’s view of the important trends facing real estate in 2015 – and why they are relevant to you.

With an abundance of resources, educational tools and expert analysis, your NVAR membership is the gift that keeps on giving. Our goal is to help ensure that you remain a trusted advisor in the community. I encourage you to make the most of your membership, and the opportunities that it provides.