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The Association office will be closed next Thursday and Friday (November 28-29th) in observance of Thanksgiving.
Please note: There will be no REALTOR® Direct e-news issue for that week. Happy Thanksgiving!
GLAR CEO Honored with Award at NAR Conference
Jakeeva Lee, CEO of the Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS® was selected to receive the 2024 AE Leaders of Tomorrow Young Professionals Award at this year's National Association of REALTORS® NXT Conference in Boston. This award recognizes one young executive professional who has fostered greater involvement and increased professionalism among their YPN AE peers and REALTOR® members. Congratulations CEO Lee on this amazing achievement!
Our Holiday Party is December 12th - Don't Miss It!
We have reimagined this year’s holiday party! Join us on Thursday, December 12th for an unforgettable evening where tradition meets a fresh, fun twist! Our Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS® holiday event will feature the Installation Ceremony, where we will proudly swear in the 2025 GLAR President, Will Fischer, and MSI President, Kristen English, along with incoming board members. We’ll also celebrate excellence in our industry by announcing our 2024 award recipients.  

After the ceremony, the party begins! We’ll kick off the night with music, cocktails, and delicious hors d'oeuvres, as we dance the night away with GLAR and your fellow members. Find out more and get registered here.
Form Updates to Broker Compensation Agreement
The GLAR Forms Committee made some clarifying updates to the Broker Compensation Agreement. Below is the redline version with changes and a copy of the new form. The updated version is now available on Transaction Desk, our online forms service.

View REDLINED Broker Compensation Agreement Form
View UPDATED Broker Compensation Agreement Form
October Market Statistic Reports by County
We Want You! Get Involved by Applying for a Committee or Advisory Group
We invite you to apply to be part of our committees and advisory groups for the upcoming year. Serving on a committee or advisory offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, grow professionally, and collaborate with others who share your dedication to our industry.

Simply fill out your 2025 Member Engagement Form and select the committee or advisory group you are interested in serving on. The deadline for committee sign-ups is December 1, 2024. If you’ve thought about making a difference, this is your moment. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be a part of our exciting year ahead!
 
Important November & December Dates to Note
November 28 & 29 - Association closed for Thanksgiving holiday.
December 12 - GLAR Member Holiday Party & Installation Celebration – RSVP
December 13 - Association closes at 12PM to celebrate the season with our staff.
December 24 & 25 - Association closed for the holiday.

December 26, 27 & 30 - Association office closed with staff available working remotely.
December 31 & January 1 - Association closed for the holiday.

 
ON THE CALENDAR

TONIGHT! Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) Session
November 18, 2024 | 6:00-7:30PM
Under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which went into effect on January 1, 2024, many U.S. small business owners are required to file corporate transparency reports with beneficial ownership information. For most eligible businesses, the filing deadline is January 1, 2025.

Join Harry Borders for a FREE session at the GLAR Office on Monday, November 18 from 6:00-7:30 PM for answers to all your questions and a tutorial for registering.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
  • Who must file?
  • What must be reported?
  • What are the deadlines?
  • What are the consequences for non-compliance?
Your Source for End-of-Year CE Compliance
In-Person, Zoom, & Online Options
Click here to view our full LIVE and IN-PERSON class schedule!  You may also view and register for all of our CE & PLE classes through your member portal.

Want online, on-demand courses instead? Click here to view our exclusive ONLINE offerings.

Need Help? Email our GLAR Education Team at Education@LouisvilleRealtors.com.

End-of-Year Licensee Education Compliance Questions:
Check your education compliance via the licensee verification tool on the KREC website.
Use the SEARCH button located in the bottom right corner of the KREC home page www.krec.ky.gov. Just click individual search and type in your name.

 
 
MLS/TECH UPDATES
Flexmls Training Webinar with Adam Rowe
Join us on December 10th for a FlexMLS Webinar with MLS Support Team member Adam Rowe.

During this session, you will learn FlexMLS basics and have the opportunity to ask questions during the Q&A session. Whether you are new to the MLS platform or simply want a refresher on the system, don't miss this informative free LIVE webinar.

REGISTER HERE FOR THIS WEBINAR

FloPlan Discontinues Service After December 2024
FBS is discontinuing the FloPlan service at the end of 2024. If you created existing floor plans with the FloPlan app and are ready to download your floor plans to keep, click on the link below for a handy guide OR simply login to the floplan.io website, and download each floor plan you would like to keep.
SETTLEMENT ANSWERS

Newest Member Resource from NAR:
Consumer Guide for Mortgages & Financing

Settlement Resources: Local, State & National
KYR Settlement Resources: kyrealtors.com/settlement (password narsettlement24)
GLAR Settlement Resources: GLARfacts.com
NAR Settlement Resources: nar.realtor/the-facts
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Legislative Updates
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
Nov. 10 - 16, 2023 = 353
Nov. 10 - 16
, 2024 = 381
YEAR-TO-DATE NEW LISTINGS
2023 = 17,608
2024 = 18,996
SOLDS
Nov. 10 - 16, 2023 = 335
Nov. 10 - 16, 2024 = 215
YEAR-TO-DATE SOLDS
2023 = 13,088
2024 = 13,193
CLICK HERE to view more market statistics reports.
 
GLAR Diamond Annual Affiliate Partners:
 
 

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®  | (502) 894-9860  |  www.LouisvilleRealtors.com

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