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News anchors discuss Boulder County recovery.

REALTOR® Donations Help Homeowners During ‘the Darkest Period’

Posted on January 31, 2022

CAR Foundation, Colorado Project Wildfire, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News, Residential Housing, Uncategorized

For homeowners affected by the Marshall fire, the time between the disaster and receiving much-needed federal and insurance dollars is uncertain. “it’s the hardest, darkest period that these victims have to walk through,” said CAR Foundation Executive Director Amy McDermott. “Our hope is that this funding can bridge that gap.” The Foundation has received over $2 million to give to homeowners during this time, and...

Aerial view of neighborhood after fire damage.

Homes for Sale in Marshall Fire Burn Area: 17 Under Contract within Two Days

Posted on January 30, 2022

CAR Foundation, Colorado Project Wildfire, Communities, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News, Residential Housing, Uncategorized

Recent home listings in the Marshall Fire Burn areas are still selling over the asking price in a short time. There were 17 homes under contract that sold within two days of being on the market. The language in the listings reads differently than it did two months ago. “Instead of the remarks saying, ‘Great house, open space, and views,...

Hands reaching out, grant funds announcement graphic.

REALTORS® Announce $2 million relief grant for victims of Boulder County fires

Posted on January 13, 2022

CAR Foundation, Communities, Community Giving, NAR, REALTOR® News

Application process now open to displaced residents ENGLEWOOD, CO – The Colorado Association of REALTORS® Foundation has been awarded a $2 million grant from the REALTORS® Relief Foundation to be distributed to victims of the December 2021 fires that ravaged Boulder County, destroying more than 1,000 residential properties. Funded through donations from REALTORS® and REALTOR® organizations and administered by the Colorado Association of...

Smoke over suburban houses and grassy fields.

REPORT: REALTORS® Help Fire Victims Find Shelter

Posted on January 5, 2022

CAR Foundation, Communities, Community Giving, REALTOR® News

Colorado REALTORS® and disaster relief organizations worked swiftly in the early hours of the disaster to find housing for those displaced by the fire. REALTORS® Amanda DiVito Parle and Shannon Schliep launched the Marshall Fire Housing Needs and Availability Facebook page. Knowing that Boulder’s real estate inventory only had less than 2,000 homes and rental units available, they knew they needed to act fast: “I think initially...

Support Boulder County banner with hearts.

Support Boulder County – Donate to the CAR Foundation Fire Relief Fund

Posted on January 5, 2022

CAR Foundation, Community Giving, REALTOR® News

Although authorities have only begun to assess the damage left behind by the Marshall and Middle Fork fires in Boulder County communities, we now know upwards of 990 homes have been destroyed, and hundreds more damaged, leaving thousands of people scrambling to find a place to live in a real estate market with few choices. Several Colorado REALTORS® even lost their own homes in the...

Colorado flag hearts, support Boulder County message.

Support Boulder County Wildfire Victims

Posted on December 31, 2021

CAR Foundation, Communities, Community Giving, Consumer Awareness, General, Local Association, NAR, REALTOR® News, Residential Housing

CAR Family – Although the Marshall and Middle Fork fires continue to burn across Boulder County and the surrounding communities, our leadership team has been working with local association leaders and your CAR Foundation to take some initial steps in support of the thousands of wildfire victims. Beginning immediately, you can make financial contributions to the CAR Foundation using the link below. This is...

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To our CAR Family and friends

Posted on December 30, 2021

CAR Foundation, Colorado Project Wildfire, Communities, Community Giving, General, REALTOR® News

We are all horrified to watch the catastrophic wildfire destruction that is taking place across Boulder County and the surrounding communities. It’s no surprise that we’ve already heard from so many of our members asking how they can help. In these earliest hours/days of this tragedy, we’re working to gather information, talk with local association leaders, community partners and emergency management officials to define the...

Tornado aftermath with destroyed house and debris.

REALTOR® Disaster Relief for Communities Devastated by Tornadoes

Posted on December 14, 2021

CAR Foundation, Communities, Community Giving, REALTOR® News

REALTORS® know how important a home is to a family, and what is at stake when a home is damaged or lost. We also know the importance of community support. It is in our nature to step in and step up to help those affected by misfortune. Our hearts are with the many communities across Kentucky, Arkansas, Illinois, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee that were devastated by...

COLORADO REALTORS® RAISE $100,000 FOR COLORADO COMMUNITIES DURING 100 YEAR CELEBRATION

Posted on October 27, 2021

CAR Foundation, Meetings & Events, REALTOR® News

The Colorado Association of REALTORS® Foundation, which supports housing initiatives, education, and disaster relief statewide, will make $100,000 in grants with the funds. ENGLEWOOD, CO–The Colorado Association of REALTORS® Foundation raised $100,000from REALTORS® at its inaugural fundraising reception, held during the Colorado Association of REALTORS® 100 Year Celebration, Conference & Expo on Oct. 21. The foundation will distribute the grants to Colorado nonprofit...

Colorado's Heart Award finalist Bob Bell.

NAR Honors Realtor® from Denver as 2021 Good Neighbor Award Finalist

Posted on September 2, 2021

CAR Foundation, NAR, REALTOR® News, REALTORS® in the News

WASHINGTON (September 2, 2021) – The National Association of Realtors® has selected Bob Bell, a Realtor® from Denver, Colorado, among 10 finalists for its 2021 Good Neighbor Awards program. This award honors Realtors® who have made significant, tangible volunteer contributions in their communities to improve the lives of their neighbors in need. Every Friday, Bell and hundreds of volunteers meet to pack and deliver weekend meals...