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May+Jun 2015

May 1, 2015, 15:42 PM
Year : 2015
Month : May+Jun
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Safety Smarts

Your association offers excellent resources to help you conduct business safely. At the national level, the NAR website has a wealth of information on this topic: realtor.org/safety.

The Recession Isn’t Over in Northern Virginia, But There’s a Light on the Horizon

As Northern Virginia digs out of a struggling economy, there is a light at the end of the turmoil, according to David Versel. With current businesses branching out to create new sources of revenue, and with new firms that are not dependent on the federal government moving here, the region will continue to attract professionals.

Housing Outlook for Millennials in Northern Virginia

Housing analysts around the United States have been paying an extraordinary amount of attention to the housing wants and needs of the Millennial generation for one simple reason: there are so many of them! As rents begin to increase, many Millennials are likely to consider purchasing their first homes.

November Elections

It’s an important election year. The people we elect into office have the ability to affect you and your business significantly. You shouldn’t miss the opportunity to get to know them and cast your informed votes in November.

Take Note: Virginia’s New Laws Take Effect July 1, 2015

The Virginia General Assembly passed a number of measures affecting Realtors® and homeowners during the 2015 legislative session. NVAR and the Virginia Association of Realtors® worked to pass several measures on your behalf, including those introduced as part of our 2015 Realtor® Legislative Agenda. 

Realtors® Ratchet Up Safety Practices

“Detect, Deter, Deny and Delay.” These are the four steps emphasized by Master Police Officer Patrick Lucas of the Fairfax County Police Crime Prevention Unit during the April safety event at the NVAR Fairfax headquarters on April 6.

Hot Topic

New federal regulations on the efficiency of hot water heaters went into effect this past April. Realtors® need to understand this new policy in order to communicate the impact of the regulations to clients.

NAR ‘s Realtor® Magazine Taps Two Locals in 2015

Goodhart, Khawar Provide Tips About Getting Ahead, and Staying On Top

Safety: It’s Elementary

Feedback from members is that getting information about safety is extremely important to them, but changing their practices can be very hard,” says Wiskerchen. “It’s easy to slip back when you’re busy, so we’re emphasizing the importance of safety to help them stick to best practices.”

Falls Church Land Swap with Fairfax County Brings New Commercial Opportunities, High School Campus

Imagine a place where “the academy and commerce meet, resulting in a creative marketplace of goods and ideas. This is the vision of a development proposal for the northwest corner of Falls Church.

Nvar Region 5-year Look Back: March 2010-2015

NVAR region 5-year look-back infographics

Arlington County: Smart Space for Living, Working, Playing – at Any Age

Jay Fisette, the longest-serving member of the Arlington County Board, wants to expand on Arlington’s innate potential, which he attributes not just to the county’s ability to attract an upwardly mobile population, but to its forward-thinking plans.

Why I Support NV/RPAC – And Why You Should, Too

Changes Are Coming for the Settlement Industry

For loans originated on or after August 1, 2015, creditors must provide consumers with a closing disclosure three days prior to consummation. While the new regulations will challenge industry professionals, top-notch lenders and settlement agents will be prepared to make the closing process as smooth as possible for agents and their clients.

What is the Legal Definition of a Bedroom?

Legal definition of a Bedroom - The legal definition of a bedroom is determined by the local municipality’s zoning codes. 

Stories from the May+Jun 2015 Issue