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 Kennedy: 163 First Vice President Cindy Eastwood: 376…
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 September 13th There will be a Meet…
Apply to join the Board of Directors! Now is your opportunity to give back to your association by being part of its decision-making body! Applications for the 2025 Board of Directors are open August 12th through August 23rd for terms starting in 2025. Serving on our Board of Directors is a vital part of providing…
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 rules are noted in blue font within…
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 the years, Carla has worn many hats…
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 Proposed Settlement Compensation…
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 Humphrey, Tammy Anderson, Cooper Anderson, Cindy Eastwood, Jeff Bashaw,…
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. Other lawsuits are popping up around…
Read the original post at https://www.nar.realtor/breaking-news/update-in-case-of-burnett-v-nar-et-al 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. Join…
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 clients in the arenas of Finance, Insurance and/or…