CAR has worked with the Colorado
Bar Association in the creation of an approved addendum to the
Commission-approved Contract to Buy and Sell Real Estate to address the practical implications of Covid-19. The addendum
addresses real estate transactions that are impacted and/or delayed by
shutdowns of title offices, government agencies, lenders and/or appraisers; and
real estate transactions that are impacted and/or delayed by mandatory or
voluntary...
As many of you already know, NAR announced that it will be delivering the 2020 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings and Trade Expo virtually from May 11-16. This is due to the recommendations and concerns resulting from the coronavirus pandemic.
The virtual experience will include committee meetings, key
sessions, and elections, along with numerous other online features. In
addition, we have learned that all of...
Congress has passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201) providing support to American workers, families, and businesses, including the expansion of paid sick leave and family medical leave. It also includes refundable tax credits for small businesses and self-employed individuals to cover the cost of the leave.
NAR’s advocacy team continues to urge Congressional leaders to include support...
Coronavirus: A Guide for REALTOR® Associations
In response to concerns about the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and confirmed cases now appearing in Colorado, CAR is actively implementing additional health and safety measures for its officers, directors, members, and staff as we continue to monitor the situation closely.
The CDC reports that most people in the United States do not have...
The U.S. Constitution requires the federal government to count
everyone living in the country every 10 years. The tally must include people of
all races and ethnic groups, all citizens and non-citizens, all adults and
children, regardless of age.
As a result, the Census provides important information that can
determine our representation in the U.S. Congress. Responding to the Census is
really important because it establishes...
CAR has joined forces with a diverse coalition of 35 other Colorado organizations calling on state legislators to prioritize funding to improve the quality of the state's roads and reduce traffic.
The coalition, A Way Forward, is comprised of the construction, shipping, and real estate, among other industries. It recently sent a letter to lawmakers making the case for action during...
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February 28, 2020
Earlier this month CAR Vice President of Government Affairs Liz Peetz appeared as a guest on KLZ 560 AM's The Kim Monson Show to discuss barriers to affordable housing in Colorado and what state legislators are doing to address it during the current legislative session.
Peetz is joined by REALTOR ® Karen Levine, and Lorne Levy, Senior Loan Originator with...
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February 18, 2020
Thank you to all Colorado REALTORS ® who attended CAR's Economic Summit and REALTOR® Day at the Capitol. Over 250 Colorado REALTORS® attended the two-day event. Thursday's REALTOR® Day at the Capitol luncheon featured J.J. Ament, CEO of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation and Patti Silverstein, Chief Economist at Research Partners. Later in the day, CAR members had...
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February 18, 2020
CAR's REALTOR® Day at the Capitol and Economic Summit Focused on the State's Growing Economy and Housing Needs
Thank you to all Colorado REALTORS ® who attended CAR's Economic Summit and REALTOR® Day at the Capitol. Over 250 Colorado REALTORS® attended the two-day event. Thursday's REALTOR® Day at the Capitol luncheon featured J.J. Ament, CEO of the Metro Denver Economic Development...
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February 12, 2020
HB20-1049: Reauthorize Habitat for Humanity Tax Check-off
Rep. Shannon Bird (D-Westminster), Rep. Hugh McKean (R-Loveland), Sen. Don Coram (R-Montrose), and Sen. Jeff Bridges (D-Greenwood Village)
LPC Position: Support
Summary: HB-1049 allows an individual taxpayer to designate a contribution amount to the Habitat for Humanity of Colorado Fund for an additional five years (income tax years 2019 through 2024).
Rationale: Habitat for Humanity...
