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THDA Increases Loan Limits

THDA announced in a news release yesterday that loan limits have been increased.

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Up Your Dollar with CRS: A Success Panel

The Mid-South CRS Chapter is hosting a power panel Tuesday, February 21.

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Latest MAAR Monitor Report Posted

The MAAR Monitor Report for July through December 2011 showed inventory at 6,828, its lowest point in the last six months.

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Master Gardeners Host "The Dream Team Steps Up to Curb Appeal"

The Memphis Area Master Gardeners will present "The Dream Team Steps Up to Curb Appeal" on Saturday, February 18 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Memphis Botanic Garden Hardin Hall.

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Commercial Council Members Volunteer at Tillman Apartments Demolition

MAAR Commercial Council members worked alongside the Binghampton Development Corporation to demolish unsightly apartments along the greenline Saturday, January 21.

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GRI 406: Tips, Tools & Technologies

GRI 406 is being offered on February 22.

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Clarification on Real Estate Sales Tax in Health Reform Bill

Incorrect information has been circulating about a 3.8% tax on residential sales as a way to pay for health care reform.

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Commercial Property Forecast Summit

The Commercial Council's annual forecast event is set for February 8.

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MLS Fees Have Been Posted to Your Account

MLS Fees for March 1 through August 31 are due February 15.

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MAAR's Mailing Address is Changing

We will no longer have a post office box as of February 1.

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Youth Villages 5K Kick-Off Party

Save the date for March 8!

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December MLS Report Released

The December Multiple Listing Service sales report showed pending sales at 1,375 as of January 19, nearly identical to the 1,377 pendings in mid-December.

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Apply for the MAAR Benevolent Fund Board of Trustees

The MAAR Benevolent Fund Board is accepting applications for new Trustees.

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Louise Buckalew has Passed

Former MAAR member Louise Buckalew passed away January 11.

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Eco Expo Booths Available

Temple Israel is hosting an Eco Expo February 5.

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December & 2011 Year-End Market Report

Memphis-area home sales for December fell 10 percent from a year ago, with 898 total sales recorded in MAARdata.

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REALTORS Federal Credit Union

You'll enjoy great savings!

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President's Coffees Fourth Fridays in 2012

Brokers - Carol Lott has something special planned for you this year!

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Emma Jo Webb Has Passed Away

Former MAAR member Emma Jo Webb passed away Friday, January 6.

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Short Sales & Foreclosures: What Real Estate Professionals Need to Know

MAAR is offering a course Thursday, February 9.

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2012 Leadership TAR Apps due Jan. 15

Details for the 2012 Leadership TAR class have been announced.

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MAAR Office Holiday Closure Contact Info

We're here for you - even when we're not!

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Membership Dues Reminder

The 2012 Membership Dues deadline was December 15.

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believe | 2012 Inaugural

Plan to join us on Friday, January 20!

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Happy New Year from Your 2012 Board of Directors

It's time to believe!

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TAR 2012 Forms Inventory Now Available

The 2012 TAR Forms Inventory was published January 2, 2012.

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Wade Cappleman Has Passed Away

Crye-Leike agent Wade Cappleman passed away December 21.

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Warm Holiday Wishes from 2011 President Leon Dickson & the Board of Directors

Happy holidays from your leadership team!

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MMDC 2011 Applications Due January 6

The MMDC has a new qualifying amount. Applications are due Friday, January 6.

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TREC Offering 8 Hours of CE at No Cost

Attend the January TREC meeting in Memphis and earn 8 hours CE at no cost.

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Memphis Chapter Appraisal Institute Installs 2012 Officers

On December 8, the Memphis Chapter of the Appraisal Institute held its annual officer installation during their holiday celebration at the Historical Daisy Theatre in Downtown Memphis.

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Change to REALTOR Store Invoicing Policy

The MAAR REALTOR Store invoicing policy will change effective February 15, 2012.

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MAAR Media: June - Nov 2011 MAAR Monitor Report

The June through November 2011 MAAR Monitor Report was released December 19.

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Charles Blustein, Husband of Floy Blustein, Passed Away

Charles Blustein, husband of MAAR member Floy Blustein with the Dave Dermon Co., passed away December 14.

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MAAR Media: November MLS Report

The November Multiple Listing Service sales report showed pending sales at 1,377 as of December 15, down 5.6 percent from a month earlier.

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Shorty Watkins Announced as REALTOR of the Year & Other Recipients

Awards were presented at the December 14 Honors & Awards Luncheon.

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Forclosure Workshop Saturday, Jan. 7

The Home for the Holidays Housing, Economic Development and Jobs Conference is Saturday, January 7.

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MAAR Member Carl Jackson Has Passed

Carl was an affiliate broker with Crye-Leike.

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MAAR Supports Elementary Schools

The proceeds from MAAR Trivia Night were delivered to our partner schools December 12.

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Support the Benevolent Fund at the Honors & Awards Luncheon

You have three chances to give to the Benevolent Fund on December 14.

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TAR Leadership Transition Video

TAR released this video from 2012 leadership.

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CRS Announces 2012 Board of Directors

The Mid-South CRS Chapter has selected their 2012 officers.

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WCR 2012 Governing Board Installed

The Memphis Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS installed their 2012 Governing Board.

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Member Alert Regarding Threatening Phone Calls

Two MAAR Members with different real estate companies have been repeatedly contacted by a very angry member of the public.

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November Market Report

Memphis-area home sales for November jumped 28.4 percent from a year ago, with 1,076 total sales recorded.

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RPR Training at MAAR - Jump in to a New World of Data!

MAAR is offering FIVE free, hands-on, live and in-person RPR training classes December 12 & 15.

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RPR Training Live and In-Person at MAAR

Join us for live and in-person training sessions on the new RPR tool.

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WCR & U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Drive

Help make a child's holiday a little brighter!

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MAAR Tribute to Jules Wade

Members put together a meaningful tribute for Jules as a goodbye.

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Monica Mauricio's Mother Has Passed

MAAR member Monica Mauricio's Mother has passed away.

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MAAR Monitor Report Released

The October - May MAAR Monitor Report has been posted.

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MAAR Financial Forum

MAAR will present an update on our financial status to members December 6.

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RPR Training Online, Anytime!

Explore all the great tools in RPR via the Online Anytime Training.

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Super Committee Fails to Reach Debt Deal

With the November 23 deadline looming, Congress’s “Super Committee” has failed to reach an agreement to cut federal spending.

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Jack Tickle Has Passed Away

Millington Exchange Club member & MAAR member Jack Tickle passed away November 20.

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You did it! Congress Restores FHA Loan Limits

NAR announced this morning that Congress voted last night to restore FHA loan limits for two years.

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MAAR Media: October MLS Report Now Available

The October MLS report is now available!

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NAR Legislative & Regulatory Year in Review

Get the 2011 NAR Legislative & Regulatory full report.

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Wells Fargo Donates $25,000 to the REALTORS Relief Foundation

Wells Fargo used ducks to create a frenzy and raise awareness about the REALTORS Relief Foundation at NAR Annual in Anaheim.

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Riverfront Development Corp. Seeks New Board Members

The RDC is in the process of identifying candidates to fill three board positions.

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Technology & Being Mobile a Huge Focus at NAR Conference

Technology tools and being connected were the focus of most education sessions.

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Lawrence Yun & Expo Opening Top NAR Conference News

The NAR Conference & Expo in Anaheim continued Friday with the opening of the Expo hall and an economic update from Lawrence Yun.

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"It's A Small World After All" at NAR Conference & Expo

The world always seems much smaller when you're surrounded by people in the same industry with the same focus and goals.

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NAR Annual Conference Hot Topics

With an opportunity to communicate to so many members at one time, NAR is staying on point by keeping hot topics in front of attendees.

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Bob Turner & Carol Lott Shine in Anaheim

All our MAAR members are shining brightly in Anaheim, but Bob & Carol received special recognition for accomplishments.

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NAR Member Update: 59 1/2 Minutes

NAR leadership updated members on efforts the Association is making on their behalf.

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RPR Has Arrived - Now Register for Free Training Webinars!

NAR's Realtor Property Resource is here. Get up to speed and up and running!

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Submit Your 2012 MAAR Committee Request!

Interested in serving on a committee next year? Now's your chance to throw your hat in the ring!

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Be an MYPN Big-Wig

The Memphis Young Professionals Network is seeking Advisory Committee members for 2012.

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Third Quarter Market Update

The Third Quarter Market Update will feature Mark Herbison from the Greater Memphis Chamber.

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My REALTOR Party Initiative: You Never Bring a Knife to a Gunfight

MAAR 2011-2012 Director Eric Fuhrman explains why the My REALTOR Party Initiative is vital.

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October Market Report Now Available

The October Market Report is now available.

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Realtor Property Resource Launched Nov. 7

NAR's Realtor Property Resource becomes available to MAAR members on Monday, November 7.

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Thank You for Making Trivia Night a Success!

MAAR Trivia Night was held Friday, November 4.

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REMINDER: Spam Emails from Foreign Buyers Continue

Just a reminder that many of our members have received identical emails that are likely a scam.

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Vote for Lee Harris in District 7 City Council Run-off Race

MAAR is pleased to announce our support of Lee Harris.

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Ann Etta Moore's Son Has Passed Away

MAAR member Ann Etta Moore lost her son on October 30.

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Jimmie Harder Fowler Has Passed Away

MAAR member & Crye-Leike Agent Jimmie Harder Fowler passed away.

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THDA Recognized for Excellence by National Association Fifth Year in a Row

The Tennessee Housing Development Agency was recognized with the Award for Program Excellence by the National Council of State Housing Agencies for the fifth year in a row.

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Bill Livingston has Passed Away

A MAAR member since 1980, Bill Livingston passed away October 28.

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MAAR Commercial Council Moves the Earth at Urban Farms

MAAR Commercial Council members volunteered at the Urban Farm October 22.

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NAR's Main Strategic Goal: "The Reliable Flow of Mortgage Capital"

NAR hosted a live virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, October 27 to update the membership on initiatives they are pursuing.

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Pennie Barclay's Husband Has Passed

MAAR member Pennie Barclay lost her husband October 26.

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The Ins and Outs of Obama's New Mortgage Refi Plan

REALTOR Mag Online reports on HARP.

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RLI Announces Bob Turner as a Speaker at NAR

One of our very own will present a session at the NAR Conference & Expo in November.

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MAAR Media: April - Sept MAAR Monitor Report Posted

The MAAR Monitor Report for September showed inventory at 8,053, its lowest point in the last six months.

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New Program to Help Underwater Owners

The Federal Government announced an expanded program that targets homeowners who owe more than their properties are worth.

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Pat Lichterman-Bates's Mother Has Passed

Pat Lichterman lost her mother October 19.

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Senate Votes to Reinstate Loan Limits

A victory for the real estate industry in the Senate; now it's up to the House.

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REALTORS Recognized for Four Decades of Service

Thirteen MAAR members were presented with REALTOR Emeritus honors at a reception October 19.

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MAAR Media: Economy and Housing Need Each Other

A recap of the Mortgage Bankers Association October 19 seminar.

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Erskin Hubbard Has Passed Away

Erskin Hubbard was a husband and father to MAAR members.

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We Can Keep a Secret

We'll never sell your email address.

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MAAR Media: September MLS Report

The September MLS Report has been posted.

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Carl Grant Has Passed Away

MAAR member and Past President Carl Grant has passed away.

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United Housing/MAAR Housing Fair Oct. 22

Purchase a booth or sponsor!

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Help Your Appraiser Help You

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have new requirements for appraisers.

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Scam Originating With Buyers From U.K. & Japan Continues

MAAR has received several additional reports about a scam we've already seen in our market.

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Respond to Calls to Action Now!

There are still two current Calls to Action that need your attention.

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September Market Report

Memphis-area home sales for September rose 1.8 percent from a year ago, with 1,083 total sales recorded.

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RPAC Drawing Winners & RPAC Reaches Goal!

If you donated to RPAC this year, you may have won!

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12 of the 13 MAAR-Supported Candidates Win Their Races

All but one of MAAR's supported candidates won their race in the Memphis Municipal Election October 6.

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Brokers-only Forum on Listing Syndication

Brokers are invited to join us on Monday, October 10 for a seminar on listing syndication.

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TREC Survey

Please take a moment to complete this quick survey.

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MAAR Member Dan Wilkinson Receives National Company Award

Long-time MAAR member Dan Wilkinson was honored by his company recently.

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Trivia Night Returns November 4

The fifth annual MAAR Trivia Night is Friday, November 4.

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MAAR Members Serve Children at Kids Cafe

MAAR members volunteered at the Mid-South Food Bank's Kids Cafe in September.

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Technology vs. Relationships Panel

Technology Matters; Relationships Matter More

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Jerry C. Salemi Has Passed Away

MAAR member and MMIC REALTOR Jerry Salemi has passed away.

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My REALTOR Party Website Has Launched

The National Association of REALTORS has launched a new website dedicated to expanding the REALTOR Party Governmental Affairs agenda.

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Don't Get "Bugged" by the Flu This Year

Flu shots will be available at MAAR again this year.

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TAR Convention Memorable for Sue Turner & Fontaine Taylor

Sue Stinson-Turner and Fontaine Taylor had a lot to celebrate with fellow REALTORS in Savannah September 16.

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Memphis Residents - Cast Your Vote in the City Election

The Memphis Municipal election is Thursday, October 6.

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MAAR Media: MAAR Monitor Report Posted

The March through August 2011 MAAR Monitor Report is now available.

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Alert: Unusual Cash Offers on High-Priced Homes

Please be wary of possible unlawful activity.

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Sign-Up to Participate in the United Housing/MAAR Housing Fair Oct. 22

MAAR is partnering with United Housing for its 10th Annual Housing Fair.

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RPR Training Classes for 9/22 CANCELLED

The three RPR Training classes scheduled for September 22 have been cancelled.

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Regina Hubbard to Serve as 2012 President-Elect

The 2011 & 2012 Board of Directors voted on officer positions on September 21.

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New NAR Broker Price Opinion Resource Certification Course

Be among the first in Memphis to earn your BPOR certification.

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MAAR Media: August MLS Report

The August MLS Report has been released.

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Tell Congress: Urgent Action Needed on FHA Loan Limits

The availability of safe, affordable, reliable mortgage financing will diminish after September 30.

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MAAR Media: Wine Race Teams Compete for Charity

The fifth annual wine race took place at the Annual Meeting on September 8.

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RPAC Silent Auction Raises More Than $1,000

The RPAC Silent Auction at the Annual Meeting September 8 was a huge success!

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Your 2012-2013 Board of Directors Have Been Elected

The 2012-2013 Board of Directors were voted on at the Annual Meeting September 8.

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