WeMAR News & Topics

An open house can be a great sales tool, but it also exposes you to numerous unfamiliar people for the first time. Stay safe by practicing these guidelines. If possible, always try to have at least one other person working with you at the open house. Check your cell phone’s strength and signal prior to the open house. Have emergency numbers programmed on speed dial, and keep your phone with you at all times. Upon entering a house for the first time, check all rooms... Read More

Hold Your Listings Open on REALTOR® Nationwide Open House Weekend April 10 – 11, 2010. Join thousands of REALTORS® around the nation and hold an open house on the weekend of April 10–11! Encourage your buyers to visit and your sellers to participate. As an added touch, you can identify the open house with REALTOR® balloons. How is this weekend different from any other weekend in April?  This is an incredible opportunity for consumers to shop for a... Read More

President’s Roundtable and Sales Awards Luncheon WeMAR invites you to attend the 2009 President’s Roundtable and Sales Awards Luncheon on Friday, April 9, 2010. We will celebrate WeMAR’s top producing REALTORS® at the Hilton Garden Inn (11460 West Hilton Way * Avondale 85323) from 11:30 – 1:30 PM. Invite your peers and your family.  Reserve your seat for just $20. Reserve your seat by Tuesday, March 30, 2010. Awards Luncheon Registration Form... Read More

Sun City and the Recreation centers of Sun City (RCSC) are charging heirs the $3000 Capital Improvement fee and a $300 Transfer Fee unless the homes are in a trust. More information can be found at  www.sunaz.com. Read More

WeMAR Announces 2010 Candidate Endorsements for the Town of BuckeyeMaricopa County (February 5, 2010) - The West Maricopa County Regional Association of REALTORS®  (WeMAR) has made its town council endorsements for the upcoming March election in the town of Buckeye.  “This is a difficult time for government, residents and REALTORS®,” stated Roberta Davidson, Chairperson of the WeMAR Government Affairs & Public Policy Committee.  “We look... Read More

It is quick and easy… Click here, log in to your realtor.org account and you will see an option to pay your 2010 membership dues. Although dues are due by January 1, 2010, you have until January 31 to pay. Keep in mind payments not received by January 31 will incur a late fee of $40. Remain an active WeMAR member with continued access to MLS by making late payments by February 15. In order to reactivate your membership after February 15, a reconnect fee of $25 plus the $40... Read More

Capital preservation fees top list of concerns. January 22, 2010 12:05 PM (YourWestValley.com) The Recreation Centers of Sun City reached out to local real estate agents Thursday and they responded, with dozens showing up to work with the RCSC to improve communication between the two groups. Diane Worth, chair of the Membership Communication Committee, said the meeting was planned in hopes that the RCSC and local REALTORS® could work together. Read complete article Read More

On January 20, 2010, FHA announced four important changes that will help it manage risk and strengthen its capital reserves. The up-front mortgage insurance premium (MIP) will increase to 2.25% (from 1.75%) this spring. Homebuyers with FICO scores below 580 will be required to have a minimum 10% down payment starting in early summer. FHA will reduce allowable seller concessions from 6% to 3% in early summer. HUD will enhance monitoring of FHA lenders and increase enforcement. ... Read More

The IRS Form 5405 allows homebuyers to claim the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit. Assist your clients by providing the form. Download IRS Form 5405. Want to learn more about the tax credit? Get the filing requirements direct from the IRS.  Click here. Read More

Capital preservation fees top list of concerns January 22, 2010 12:05 PM Jeff Dempsey Daily News-Sun The Recreation Centers of Sun City reached out to local real estate agents Thursday and they responded, with dozens showing up to work with the RCSC to improve communication between the two groups. Diane Worth, chair of the Membership Communication Committee, said the meeting was planned in hopes that the RCSC and local REALTORS® could work together. "We thought hearing... Read More