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Member Updates
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There's Still Time to Help Those Impacted by Hurricane Helene
100% of contributions made by October 11th go directly to the housing needs of victims of Hurricane Helene.
Helene was one of the largest hurricanes in history, and urgent help is STILL needed to help the Southeast dig out from the destruction. State and local REALTOR® associations continue to step up with disaster relief funds and local efforts, with many opening their offices to collect supplies for victims. But they need our help.
We urge you to make a personal donation to the RRF. Washington homeowners have benefited from RRF aid before—now is our chance to pay it forward. 100% of donations go to relief, and you can designate funds for Hurricane Helene through October 11.
To donate, visit https://payment.apps.realtor/RRF/, text HeleneRelief24 to 71777, or scan the QR code above.
Learn more about what you can do to help at the link below.
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The Code of Ethics Training Cycle Deadline is Approaching Quickly
Get this training taken care of with one of our upcoming Code of Ethics webinars with Terry Eccles-Pettet! Members can register for just $10 and will earn 3 CE credits.
Available Code of Ethics Webinars:
Not sure if you've fulfilled the requirement? Check your status here.
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COE Webinar Dates →
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There is SO Much to Take Away From Draft Like a Lawyer!
DLAL is less than a month away! You're invited to join us this November 4th - 5th, 2024 at Hotel Interurban in Tukwila for Draft Like a Lawyer!
This two-day course is designed to teach you the necessary drafting skills and integrated use of the most popular statewide forms! Not only will you improve your drafting skills, but you'll also earn 16CE credits as you learn about real estate forms and how to use them in your business.
The course also allows you to catch up on high-demand topics taught by Legal Hotline Lawyer, Annie Fitzsimmons... You don't want to miss it!
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5 Things Nearly Everyone Gets Wrong About Their Home Insurance Policy
Helping your clients understand the fine print of their home insurance policy is important. In a new Realtor.com article, author Julie Gerstein highlights five common misconceptions about home insurance that could leave homeowners vulnerable to unexpected costs.
This is a must-read for REALTORS® wanting to help protect your clients' homes and assets!
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More Helpful NAR Consumer Guides!
Check out the latest in NAR's “Consumer Guide” series on multiple listing services (MLSs)!
This resource covers what an MLS is and how it aids in the homebuying and home-selling process. For ease of reference, below is a running list of the resources published to date:
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2025 WR Committee Applications Closing Soon
Submit your application by October 15th to be considered!
Committee members are an important piece of Washington REALTORS®' success, and many gain lifelong friendships, valuable referrals, leadership experience, and more! You never know where committee work could take you: apply before it's too late!
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Did You Know?
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Your WR CE Certificates are Available at Your Fingertips
That's right, once you take a class through WR, follow these quick & easy directions to access your certificate of completion!
REALTOR® Members: How to Download Your Certificate
Login to your WR portal account here. Hover over the Events tab, then select "My Classes". Next, find your class, and click on the Certificate Icon to print/download your certificate. Please wait for the download to complete, it may take up to 30 seconds.
Don't see a certificate you're looking for? Contact educationservices@warealtor.org - we're here to help!
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WR CE Certificates→
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Legal Hotline Q&A of the Week
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Question
If a selling broker doesn't fill in the compensation at 17b of the purchase and sale agreement before going mutual, is there any reason why the parties can't agree to the selling office compensation, prior to closing, if the parties agree in writing that 17b of the agreement should have stated "x"? (I.E. form 34)
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Any purchase agreement can be amended by agreement of the parties at any time prior to closing. Should the parties agree, after mutual acceptance and prior to closing, to modify the amount of compensation seller will pay to buyer broker at closing, the parties are free to modify the PSA. It is irrelevant whether the compensation is being decreased, increased, added when not originally part of the PSA or eliminated when it was part of the original PSA. With agreement of the parties, set forth in writing, signed by both parties, the compensation seller pays to buyer broker at closing can be modified anytime between mutual acceptance and closing.
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The Legal Hotline Lawyer does not represent Washington REALTORS® or its members. The advice contained herein does not constitute legal counsel. To browse through our database of past Q & A’s, visit warealtor.org/legal-hotline. Attorney Annie Fitzsimmons writes the Legal Hotline Question and Answer of the Week. This is a WR members-only benefit so you will be prompted to log in with your M1 number and password. Your Designated Broker is cc’d on Legal Hotline inquiries.
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EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
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Complete Your Code of Ethics Education Before Dec. 31st!
Current Cycle: January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2024
As required for REALTOR® membership, all REALTORS® must complete at least 2.5 hours of ethics training that meets specific learning objectives and criteria. The current cycle deadline is Dec. 31, 2024. Why wait? Check your status and view training options today.
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Washington Real Estate Fair Housing - 3.0
Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 (9:00am-12:00pm) 3.0 CE Hours
Oxford Suites, Bellingham, WA.
Learn More & Register
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NAR Code of Ethics - 3.0
Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 (1:00pm-4:00pm) 3.0 CE Hours
Oxford Suites, Bellingham, WA.
Learn More & Register
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Busting Industry Myths - 3.0
Thursday, October 10th, 2024 (8:30pm-12:00pm) 3.0 CE Hours
Swinomish Lodge, Anacortes, WA.
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Senior Real Estate Specialist - 13.0
Thursday, October 10-11th, 2024 (both days) 13.0 CE Hours
Kitsap County REALTORS, Silverdale, WA.
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New Forms: We've Been Using Them But... - 3.5
Thursday, October 10th, 2024 (1:30pm-5:00pm) 3.5 CE Hours
Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Anacortes, WA.
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NAR Code of Ethics - 3.0
Monday, October 14th, 2024 (11:00am-2:30pm) 3.0 CE Hours
Thurston County REALTORS, Olympia, WA.
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