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Fair Housing Laws: Steer Clear of "Steering"

Jul 23, 2020
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“Steering” is the practice of influencing a buyer’s choice of communities based upon one of the protected characteristics under the Fair Housing Act, which are race, color, religion, gender, disability, familial status, or national origin. Steering occurs, for example, when real estate agents do not tell buyers about available properties that meet their criteria, or express…
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Congress Grants Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Extension

Jul 16, 2020
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In a surprise move on July 1, the U.S. Congress cleared legislation extending the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), popular with REALTORS®, through August 8. The measure was signed by President Trump on July 4. Created by the CARES Act in March, PPP offers forgivable loans for small businesses to pay expenses and keep workers on the payroll. Loans…
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Best Practices for Real Estate Business Owners

Jul 09, 2020
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Face coverings are required of employees, vendors, contractors, customers and visitors in the workplace, unless covered by a medical or other exemption. Businesses are encouraged to provide an accommodation for customers unable to wear a face covering safely. Implementing face covering requirements at your business If a customer or visitor is not wearing a face…
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Washington REALTORS® Releases Updated COVID-19 FAQs Including New Face Covering Requirements

Jun 24, 2020
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  On June 23, Governor Inslee and Secretary of Health John Wiesman announced a statewide mandate that face masks will be required in public places starting Friday, June 26. Washington REALTORS® has revised their FAQ guidance to include the statewide face covering protocols. Please review the downloadable PDF or their FAQ site for clarification on which activities are…
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Washington REALTORS® Releases Updated COVID-19 FAQs Including Phase 3 Guidance

Jun 18, 2020
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Washington REALTORS® has revised the FAQ guidance to include information for Phases 1, 1.5, 2, and 3 for real estate activities based on the latest information from the Governor's office. Please review the downloadable PDF or their FAQ site for clarification on which activities are permitted and the protocols required for permitted activities. If you…
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Virtual Membership Meeting "Getting It Closed: Title and Escrow in a Pandemic"

Jun 16, 2020
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COVID-19 has uncovered a number of challenges for title & escrow businesses to overcome in order to continue closing real estate purchases and refinances. While most title & escrow companies are experiencing the same core challenges, some difficulties and obstacles vary depending on the area of operation. Join us for "Getting It Closed: Title and…
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June is National Homeownership Month

Jun 12, 2020
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June is Homeownership Month and we’re celebrating Americans who are #CreatingHome. By becoming homeowners, they are one step closer to the American Dream and sharing their experience can help others to do the same. Join us all month long as we celebrate the new era of homeownership and recognize the people, policies, and programs that…
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Washington REALTORS® Releases Updated Real Estate Guidance and FAQs Document

Jun 10, 2020
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Washington REALTORS® has updated their FAQ document to include more information on permitted real estate activities and related restrictions that apply to Phase 1, Phase 1.5 and Phase 2. You can find an overview of the key metrics and data used by state leaders to assess whether it’s safe for a county to enter a…
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Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Clarification

Jun 10, 2020
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Washington REALTORS® recently provided the following clarification on Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA): QUESTION: Some counties in Washington State are now in Phase 2 or Phase 3 of the Safe Start plan, which allows limited opening of real estate offices so long as specific protocols are followed. If a county is in Phase 2 or Phase…
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Safe Start Resources for Brokerages

Jun 02, 2020
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These resources are being provided to Designated Brokers to safely re-open real estate offices under the mandated protocols if you decide to re-open at this time. On June 1st, the Governor’s “Safe Start Proclamation” for Washington’s phased reopening is effective. This includes modifications for real estate activities in counties that have been approved for Phase…
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