GLAR News: April 7, 2025 - REALTOR DIRECT

Every April, REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 and reflect on housing discrimination and segregation, past and present. As community leaders, real estate professionals have an opportunity to be a part of this inclusive change. Fair Housing Month signifies a recommitment to advancing equitable opportunities and expanding homeownership. Become a Fair Housing Champion by reviewing these shared fair housing resources and recommendations to embrace Fair Housing Month with actions you can take today!

Don't forget to sign up to attend our Fair Housing Summit on April 24th - details are in the story below.

PRINT the 2025 Fair Housing Poster for your office.
REGISTER for NAR's upcoming virtual fair housing events in April.
LISTEN to these podcasts on Fair Housing.
WATCH these recommended documentaries, films, and videos.
READ these recommended books.

Keynote Speaker: Samyuktha Neeraj

Speaker: Monica Cooper, FEAT of Louisville
"Real Talk in Real Estate" Brave Space Discussion

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and advance Fair Housing as it is a key component to business success! REGISTER HERE on your member portal. This event is free for members thanks to a grant from the National Association of REALTORS®. Biscuit Belly will also provide attendees with a delicious breakfast!

The Exclusive Buyer Agency Agreement has been updated following a recommendation from the Forms Committee and approval by the GLAR Board of Directors. The revision includes the removal of the word “Cooperating” from Section 9. The updated form will be available for members in Transaction Desk starting Monday, April 14.

You can review both the redlined and final versions of the form at the links below:
Redline Version
Final Version

Louisville Metro Government seeks qualified individuals to serve as Hearing Officers on the 2025 Board of Assessment (Tax Appeals Board). This board hears property tax assessment appeals and determines fair property values. Applicants should have experience in commercial and/or residential real estate (appraisal, sales, management, financing, or construction) and must:
- Be a property owner living in Jefferson County for at least 5 years
- Be available Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM, for 4–6 weeks from early July through August
- Be willing to undergo a background check and Revenue Commission verification
- Compensation: $100/day (pre-tax)

Apply online: LouisvilleKY.gov Board Application

The Young Professionals Network (YPN) is excited to invite members, friends, and family to Pitching Connections - a night of networking, socializing, and fun at the ballpark! Kick off the evening by connecting with your peers at Patrick O’Shea’s Downtown starting at 4:30 pm.

Afterward, we'll head to Louisville Slugger Field to enjoy the Louisville Bats baseball game — a fantastic way to unwind and have some fun with colleagues and peers. Bats tickets are limited and just $12 each. For more details and to reserve your ticket, CLICK HERE. We can’t wait to see you there for fun, networking, and baseball!

This spring, GLAR CEO Jakeeva Lee, GLAR President Will Fischer, and MSI President Kristen English are hitting the road to connect with our members! From April through June, they’ll be visiting offices across the area to chat with members, answer questions, and share important updates.Click below to request a time slot! Availability is first come, first served, so don’t wait to lock in your spot. Click Here to Request a Visit

If you have questions or need help, please email Lindsay Ford at Lindsay@LouisvilleRealtors.com.

We’re looking for members to serve on a special History Task Force for the Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®. This group will meet three times to gather and organize key moments and milestones in the Association’s history, which will be featured on our website. Meeting dates have been adjusted to Tuesday, 4/22, Wednesday, 5/14 and Thursday, 6/12. To sign up to be considered for this task force, please email Lindsay Ford at Linsday@LouisvilleRealtors.com with the subject line "GLAR History Task Force" along with your name, company name, member number, and contact information.

Join us for a virtual Coffee Talk with the GLAR Government Affairs Director on April 14th at 9:00am. During this session you will get an overview on the bills that impact the real estate industry from the 2025 General Assembly Regular Session.

This event will be held via Zoom so register now to secure your spot by clicking here.

Don't miss the chance to get tickets to our biggest event of the year! Deadline to purchase is April 15th for our REALTORS® Day at the Races on May 9th at Churchill Down's First Turn Club. This venue features beautiful views, a delicious buffet, free parking, VIP entrance, and more. To purchase your tickets for $50 each for the First Turn Club, please visit your member portal. If you have any questions about the event or need assistance, please email Deidre Hemm at deidre@louisvillerealtors.com.

Join us on April 23rd from 2:00-3:00pm for a training webinar on Transaction Desk, our online forms service. During this session, our MLS Support Team member Adam Rowe will teach you the basics of navigating the Transaction Desk platform.

Whether you are new to Transaction Desk or simply want a refresher, don't miss this free, informative LIVE webinar. REGISTER HERE.

Upcoming IN-PERSON CE & PLE Classes at GLAR:
April 10 - License Compliance
April 10 - Code of Ethics vs. License Law
April 15 - Fair Housing
April 16 - Kentucky CORE
April 22 - Understanding the GLAR Sales Contract
April 22 - Deep Dive into Mortgage Underwriting

Register for these courses and more on your member portal by clicking here.

WEB-BASED ONLINE CE & PLE Classes from GLAR:
If you want ONLINE, on-demand courses instead, click here to view our exclusive online offerings available through GLAR's online course dashboard.

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

The National Association of REALTORS® announced it has adopted a new MLS policy, Multiple Listing Options for Sellers, which exists in conjunction with the Clear Cooperation Policy and other MLS policies to provide sellers and their agents more options and choice when marketing a property, while also supporting fair housing by providing buyers and their agents with equal access to important MLS property information. The Multiple Listing Options for Sellers policy is effective March 25, 2025, and must be implemented by September 30, 2025, allowing for technical changes associated with this new seller option of delayed marketing exempt listings.

The Metro Search, Inc. (MSI) Board of Directors will discuss next steps at its upcoming meeting and offer members additional education and information in advance of the September implementation.

Click here for the New MLS Policy Statement
Click here for the Multiple Listing Options for Sellers FAQ
Click here for MLS Clear Cooperation Policy
Click here to access all of these resources at facts.realtor.

Simplify your investments while staying "ON TRACK" as a Major Investor. The Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS® (GLAR), Kentucky REALTORS® (KYR), and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) have partnered to offer a convenient option designed to make your PAC contributions seamless. By signing up, you can opt into a monthly or quarterly payment program for your PAC investment. This exclusive opportunity includes entry to multiple events throughout the year and special perks reserved for Major Investors. Invest in the future of real estate advocacy with ease and enjoy the benefits of being part of this group. Click here to find out more!