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Realist Tax to Replace Monsoon in 2025
Realist Tax to Replace Monsoon in 2025 Earlier this year, The Information Market, the makers of Monsoon, informed PAAR that they would be discontinuing their Monsoon tax product. In response, PAAR took this opportunity to not only find a replacement, but to secure a new tax product that would offer increased functionality and benefits for…
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Announcing the 2025 Board of Directors Election Results
Announcing the 2025 Board of Directors Election Results We are excited to announce the results of the 2025 Board of Directors Election! Thank you to everyone who participated in this important process by casting a vote, and thank you to the Election Task Force for certifying the results. Vote Counts: President-Elect Molly Hohrein: 275 Liz…
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Announcing the 2025 Board of Directors Candidates Meet the Candidates for the 2025 Board of Directors The candidates for the Board of Directors, with terms beginning January 1, 2025, are listed below along with a link to their application. Learn more about the functions of Board members and their responsibilities HERE. Candidate Meet & Greet on…
Read MoreMLS Rules and Regulations Changes
MLS Rules and Regulations Changes The Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® has made changes to the MLS Rules and Regulations to comply with the NAR Settlement Opt-In Agreement effective Thursday, August 1st. The new MLS rules have been drafted by MLS counsel and approved by the PAAR Board of Directors as of July 11th, 2024. Changes to the…
Read MoreCarla Dane Appointed New CEO of PAAR
Carla Dane Appointed New CEO of PAAR The Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® is pleased to announce the appointment of Carla Dane as its new Chief Executive Officer. Carla joins PAAR with 23 years of experience in REALTOR® Association Management. Since 2017, she has served as the CEO for the Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®. Over…
Read MoreNAR Proposed Settlement
NAR Proposed Settlement Tuesday, March 19– On Friday, March 15, The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) announced a proposed settlement to end the ongoing litigation of cases regarding real estate commissions and compensation practices. The settlement includes agreements by NAR covering liability release, compensation offers, buyer agreements, and a settlement payment. What is in the…
Read MorePAAR is searching for a new Chief Executive Officer
PAAR is searching for a new Chief Executive Officer Our current CEO, Suzanne Westrum, will be departing on February 16 for a new opportunity closer to family back in her home state of Texas. There is currently a search for a new CEO by an appointed Search Committee consisting of: Jeanelle Shearer, Kayla Stazenski, Faye…
Read MoreAAR Legal Recommendations for NAR Lawsuits
AAR Legal Recommendations for NAR Lawsuits In the case of Burnett v. NAR et al, on Tuesday, Oct. 31, the jury found NAR and the co-defendants liable. The plaintiffs claimed real estate commission rates are too high, buyer brokers are being paid too much and that NAR rules and corporate defendants’ practices lead to set pricing.…
Read MorePrescott Area Association of REALTORS® receives Business Award
Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® receives Business Award PAAR recognized by Prescott Chamber of Commerce with Excellence in F/I/R/E Award On Thursday, October 25th, PAAR was given the Excellence in F/I/R/E Business award from the Prescott Chamber of Commerce. This award is given to a Chamber member business that displays outstanding professional services to their…
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