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FORM UPDATE: Addendum to Sale Contract for New Construction
The addendum used with the GLAR Residential Sales Contract for Substantially Completed New Construction has been updated. Below is a redlined version to view changes and updates made to the form. The new version of this addendum is now available for member use on Transaction Desk.

Redlined version (with changes)
 
Elevate Your Perspective at our Fair Housing Summit
You won't want to miss this event! We are thrilled to announce that national leaders from industry multicultural organizations including the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA), the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), and the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance are joining us for a panel discussion led by NAR's Vice President of DEI Ryan Davis. This impactful discussion will highlight actionable insights and strategies for advancing fair housing and inclusivity across the industry.

The event Keynote Speaker is Author and Activist Michael Fosberg. Fosberg will present his award winning one-man autobiographical presentation, Incognito. Through this interactive workshop, Fosberg tells his unbelievable personal journey and creates a space for meaningful dialogue. You'll walk away with a fresh perspective and his set of 7 tools you can immediately put into your real estate practice.

This event is FREE for members thanks to a grant from the National Association of REALTORS®. Lunch will also be provided. RSVP now to reserve your spot.
KYR Hosting Virtual Legal Town Hall
Kentucky REALTORS® is hosting a Legal Town Hall next Wednesday, May 29th at 10:00 AM EST. Jenny Fields and Harry Borders with Borders & Borders will conduct the Town Hall on the NAR Settlement. Attendees will have the option to join in person at GLAR or via Zoom. If time permits, we will take questions from attendees that are emailed in advance. Please submit your questions to jsummers@kyrealtors.com. Members who would like to attend via Zoom must register here.

Relief Assistance for Storm Damage
The Kentucky REALTORS® Relief Foundation has allocated funds to help those whose homes were damaged in the recent storms throughout our state of Kentucky. Relief funds can be applied toward assistance with mortgage or rental payments, as well as lodging assistance for those who were displaced due to the storms. Those interested in applying for relief funds must apply by visiting www.kyrealtors.com/relief. For questions, please email ktetzlaff@kyrealtors.com.

Kentucky REALTORS Award Applications Open
KYR awards acknowledge members who tirelessly contribute to the advancement of their association, industry, and community. Annually, members may nominate their peers for a range of awards that commend the endeavors of REALTOR® members. Applications for the 2024 Kentucky REALTORS® awards are now open and members can nominate their peers. The deadline for nominations is Friday, May 31, 2024. For the description of each award, please click here.

Please use the links below to submit a nomination:

Distinguished Service Award
 
 
ON THE CALENDAR
Expertise for your Military Clients
In collaboration with the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP), we are offering the opportunity for GLAR members to obtain the Military Veteran Housing Certification. You will learn about the VA home loan program, as well as important topics including the VA loan history, military and veteran demographics, and tips on writing a great VA loan offer. Mastery of these topics will allow you to better serve the military and veteran families.

Instructors: Nathan Bellows & John Cissell
June 27, 2024 | 8:30-5:30 at GLAR
CE: 3 Law/5 Elective
PLE: 3 Finance/3 Fair Housing/2 Elective
Please email education@louisvillerealtors.com with any questions on this program

GLAR Now Offers Online Education Through New Platform
Online classes for CE, PLE, and more just got easier with our newly launched GLAR Online Education Platform, designed to enrich your learning experience with us!

This innovative platform is tailored to meet the needs of our members who want to take education courses online at their convenience. The site features a variety of real estate topics to enhance your educational journey and meet your professional development needs. Whether you want to expand your knowledge, acquire new skills, or meet your education requirements, our online education portal is your gateway to achieving your goals.

Summer, CE & PLE!
It might be summer, but you can still take your continuing education or post license education with us! GLAR hosts numerous classes year-round on a variety of topics to meet all your requirements and professional development needs. You can view our upcoming classes along with their credits and course descriptions as well as register online through your member portal. Email our Education Team at Education@LouisvilleRealtors.com if you need assistance.

Upcoming JUNE Classes:
June 4 - Residential Measuring with ANSI
June 4 - Ethics and Law-Not Always the Same
June 11 - Learning the FlexMLS System
June 12 - Mind Your Business
June 13 - KHC Financing
June 17 - Kentucky Core (class held in Bardstown)
June 18 - Ethics: Here and Now
June 19 - Using RPR
June 25 - Kentucky Core
June 27 - Military Veteran Housing Certification (MVHC)
June 27 - Transaction Desk

 
 
MLS/TECH NEWS & UPDATES
Script-Starters:
When Clients Push Back - RPR Can Help
Does client skepticism have you scrambling for the right words? When your expertise is questioned or your value proposition stalls the deal, it’s tough to stay on track. But with RPR (Realtors Property Resource) in your toolkit, you’ll always have data-backed answers to win them over. Read More.
 
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Legislative Update Report
Legislative issues impact your real estate business every day! Our government affairs representatives are continually working to remain on top of issues affecting your profession.  

READ the latest legislative report.
 
WEEKLY STATS
RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY & CONDO
LISTINGS
May 19 - 25, 2023 = 410
May 19 - 25, 2024 = 420
YEAR-TO-DATE NEW LISTINGS
2023 = 7,420
2024 = 7,994
SOLDS
May 19 - 25, 2023 = 333
May 19 - 25, 2024 = 269
YEAR-TO-DATE SOLDS
2023 = 5,435
2024 = 5,347
CLICK HERE to view more market statistics reports.
 
Meet our 2024 GLAR Diamond Affiliate Partners:
 
 

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