WeMAR News & Topics

Please pass this information to anyone you may know that would like to attend this event. Thank you. Distressed homeowners can meet one-on-one with HUD (Housing and Urban Development) certified counselors August 7 at a free Homeowners’’ Survival event in Glendale. Homeowners are advised to bring in the most recent copies of their home loan documents, including Note and Truth-In-Lending Statements. As a leader in marketplace trust, Better Business Bureau (BBB) serves on... Read More

Statement by Governor Jan BrewerJuly 29, 2010 PHOENIX – “Today’s announcement that Luke Air Force Base is the preferred location for the new F-35 Pilot Training Center is a testament to Arizona’s great team effort. “And, what an outstanding team it is -- including Glendale Mayor Elaine Scruggs, the congressional delegation, the Arizona Legislature, county officials, city and town officials, citizens, businesses and the Luke Forward campaign created by... Read More

To assist your success in real estate, stay abreast of new laws and ordinances impacting your business. New Arizona laws that affect real estate are in effect as of July 29. Below is a list of some of the issues REALTORS® across the state asked the Arizona Association of REALTORS® (AAR) for assistance on. AAR's success is attributed to volunteer members who give of their time and real-world experience to become part of the legislative committee. HB2371: Home... Read More

Be on TV... Share your real estate expertise on new home show! Pie Town Productions is looking for outgoing and knowledgeable REALTORS® and their team of team of designers, contractors and builders to be featured in this new series. Together, they would help potential clients who are contemplating selling their home, figure out the best options for their needs. In essence, whether the homeowner should relocate or renovate?Is this opportunity YOURS? Apply ASAP!  Pie Town TV... Read More

After a close brush with the deadline, Congress has passed an extension of the Homebuyer Tax Credit closing deadline, the Homebuyer Assistance and Improvement Act (H.R. 5623). The extension applies only to transactions that have ratified contracts in place as of April 30, 2010 that have not yet closed.  The legislation is designed to create a seamless extension the new closing deadline for eligible transactions is now September 30, 2010.  There is will be no gap between... Read More

With the launch of our new website in December, we are discovering what works and what does not. We appreciate your patience and use of www.WeMAR.org. We are continuing to evaluate and update areas of the site as needed. On or shortly after July 6, changes to your login and forgot password function will take place. Our intention is to create a more efficient membership website for you. Member Login: Currently your email address is your username. When you change your email address,... Read More

Take Steps to Keep Your Car, Your Belongings and Yourself Safe in Parking LotsBy Andrew Wooten, President of S.A.F.E.Parking lots are full of opportunities for criminals. Here are a few quick tips for parking safely: Park in well-lit spot, even if it's in the daytime. It may be dark when you return. Don't park close to a wall or shrubbery. They could provide a hiding place for a criminal. Don't park next to a paneled van or any vehicle that you can't see into.... Read More

ADVISORY From Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard (www.azag.gov) Rights and Responsibilities of Residents and Landlords in Preventing Housing Discrimination Based on Race, Color or National Origin in the Wake of the Passage of SB 1070, To Take Effect July 29, 2010. Some residents and landlords in Arizona may have questions or concerns regarding their rights and obligations under the fair housing laws and the potential impact of SB 1070 on those laws. To help address these... Read More

Call to Action Once again, Congress left town without reauthorizing the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and the Section 502 Rural Housing programs. The NFIP is now expired. The Section 502 Rural Housing program has exhausted its funding and lenders have stopped accepting applications. Until Congress extends NFIP, no new or renewal flood policies can be issued. Without the flood insurance coverage provided by NFIP, thousands of residential and commercial transactions are on... Read More

Alert! from Desiree Montgomery This message is intended for those who have Short Sale Approvals and are wanting to take advantage of the tax credit deadline. I (Desiree Montgomery) have spoken to several different large title agencies in the valley and major mortgage lenders. They need our assistance. The workload is very overwhelming since everyone is trying to close by the end of the month. Here are some suggestions that I have received. If at all possible close early! ... Read More