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New Covid-19 Real Estate Addendum for Colorado Real Estate Contract to Buy and Sell

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...

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A Message to Colorado REALTORS from Your CAR Leadership

Dear CAR Members, As the fast-changing COVID–19 situation continues to evolve and impact nearly every facet of our lives, your CAR leadership has been and will continue to be working to understand and make proactive decisions that are grounded and focused on the health, safety, and long-term care of our members and the communities we serve. While we know that many...

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CAR Expands Legal Hotline Hours

Here at CAR, we will continue to emphasize our member experience philosophy by providing additional opportunities that will help Colorado REALTORS® navigate the business environment created by the coronavirus and its unprecedented impact on all of our lives. Expanded Legal Hotline Availability: In response to the overwhelming call demand for the CAR Legal Hotline, beginning Monday, March 23, the Legal Hotline...

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What CAR Is Doing for You During these Difficult Times

Here at CAR, we will continue to emphasize our member experience philosophy by providing additional opportunities that will help Colorado REALTORS® navigate the business environment created by the coronavirus and its unprecedented impact on all of our lives. Currently we are exploring additional member opportunities such as: Expanded Legal Hotline Availability: In response to the overwhelming call demand for the CAR Legal Hotline, beginning Monday, March 23,...

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NAR Mid-Year Going Virtual

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...

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CAR Offices Closed; Staff Working Remotely

In the midst of ever-changing direction by the federal, state, and local governments with their responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, the top priority of the Colorado Association of REALTORS® is to ensure members and association staff remain safe. As such, CAR’s offices will remain closed through at least Friday, March 27. CAR staff will follow the social distancing guidelines of the CDC and will work remotely during this time....

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Coronavirus Emergency Legislation: What REALTORS® Need to Know

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...

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2020 CAR Spring Summit Canceled

In the interest of the health and safety of our membership as well as guidance from the State of Colorado and the CDC, CAR Leadership has made the tough decision to cancel the 2020 CAR Spring Summit that was to take place from April 21- 23 in Vail, CO. As the fast-changing COVID–19 situation continues to evolve and impact nearly...

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Be On the Lookout for Coronavirus Scams

As the world's attention is focused on the Coronavirus pandemic, scam artists have been coming out of the woodwork to target unsuspecting consumers, including right here in Colorado. Earlier this week an email was sent out by a Washington state congressional candidate, Joshua Collins, asking people to sign a fake petition urging Gov. Jared Polis to suspend mortgage, rent,...

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Colorado Housing Market Experiencing Record-Low Inventory Numbers

Denver-area REALTOR® Lane Lyon spoke with 9 News about metro Denver's hot housing market and how millennials can get a piece of it. For those looking to get into their first home, Lyon offers this advice: "Get pre-qualified. Talk with a lender. Know what your options are. With interest rates the way they are, you may be able to afford...