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President’s Blog | 2023 Fall Business Conference Recap

By Andrea Sheridan posted 2 days ago
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Missouri REALTORS ® , We recently wrapped up another fantastic Fall Business Conference, and I’m excited to share highlights with you! The week officially began on Tuesday with governance meetings and educational opportunities. That afternoon, members participated in the Opening General Session, where they heard from Missourians for Fair Governance (MFG) grassroots Chairman Matt Becker and President-Elect Derek Schriewer. Discussion revolved around protecting the citizen initiative process and MFG’s role in responding to any 2024 legislative efforts to weaken the rights of citizens and protect majority rule. For questions related to the citizen’s initiative ...
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Must-Have Mobile Apps

By Missouri REALTORS posted 5 days ago
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In today's competitive real estate market, it is of the utmost importance to stay on the cutting edge of all the latest, groundbreaking technology at your disposal. The digital era has ushered in a wealth of mobile applications poised to elevate your personal and professional game. At the 2023 Fall Business Conference, we met at an “Appy Hour” to discuss the various mobile apps we have on our phones and how they impact our business as real estate professionals. Together, we curated a list of essential apps, each addressing distinct facets of a Missouri REALTOR ® 's daily life, encompassing safety, content creation, fitness, and mental well-being. These applications ...
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Leadership Spotlight: Tony Conant

By Missouri REALTORS posted 5 days ago
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Missouri REALTORS ® are so much more than just real estate professionals. They dedicate their time to serving on school boards and running for elected positions. They educate, serve on panels, volunteer and facilitate industry discussions. Their philanthropic efforts are inspiring, and the difference they are making within their communities is significant. Our Leadership Spotlight series highlights these efforts and introduces some of our wonderful members. This month, we are shining the Leadership Spotlight on Tony Conant. Tony Conant, a REALTOR ® at Keller Williams in Lee's Summit, MO, is undoubtedly committed to the American Dream of Homeownership. He ...
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Missouri REALTORS® Market Statistics Report | August 2023

By Missouri REALTORS posted 7 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2023 COLUMBIA, MISSOURI – Missouri REALTORS ® is pleased to share with you a monthly statistics report highlighting the Missouri real estate market for August 2023. Missouri REALTORS ® sold 7,184 residential properties in August. While mortgage rates remained higher in August compared to the same period last year, the median sales price increased 6.1 percent, coming in at $259,950. The average residential sale price also increased 7.8 percent from last year to $311,651. In terms of total dollar volume, fewer home sales resulted in a 5.3 percent decrease in August compared to last year, but a 9.5 percent increase compared ...
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Missouri REALTORS® Elect Brent Sager to Serve as 2025 Treasurer

By Missouri REALTORS posted 8 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2023 Columbia, Missouri – Missouri REALTORS ® , the state’s largest trade association representing over 25,000 members, is pleased to announce the election of Brent Sager of Branson, Missouri, as 2025 Treasurer. Sager was elected to this position during a Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, September 21 in Springfield, Missouri. As Missouri REALTORS ® 2025 Treasurer, Sager will serve as 2024 Treasurer-Elect beginning January 1. “Thank you [Missouri REALTORS ® ] for putting your trust and confidence in me and allowing me to continue serving our great association as a member of the leadership team,” said Sager. “I ...
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Nate K. Johnson Named 2023 Recipient of Missouri REALTORS® Richard A. Mendenhall Award

By Missouri REALTORS posted 8 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2023 Columbia, Missouri – Nate K. Johnson of St. Louis, Missouri, has been named recipient of the Missouri REALTORS ® 2023 Richard A. Mendenhall Award. Richard A. Mendenhall, a past president of Missouri REALTORS ® and the National Association of REALTORS ® , has been a role model for REALTORS ® at the local, state, and national levels throughout his entire career. This award recognizes an individual who, through career-long contributions, exemplifies Richard’s leadership skills, commitment to service, and enthusiastic “spirit”. Johnson received this award on Wednesday, September 20 during the Missouri REALTORS ...
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Gerrie Moore Named Missouri REALTORS® 2023 REALTOR® Salesperson of the Year

By Missouri REALTORS posted 8 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2022 Columbia, Missouri – Gerrie Moore of Branson, Missouri, has been named Missouri REALTORS ® 2023 REALTOR ® Salesperson of the Year. This award is given annually based on demonstrated commitment to REALTOR ® ethics and cooperation, activity within the local, state, and National Association of REALTORS®, advanced education and professional designations, community service, and sales volume. Moore was presented with this award on Wednesday, September 20 during the Missouri REALTORS ® Fall Business Conference. Serving as a licensed REALTOR ® since 2006, Moore has proven her dedication to the real estate profession ...
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Jennifer Langston-Justus Named Missouri REALTORS® 2023 REALTOR® of the Year

By Missouri REALTORS posted 8 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2023 Columbia, Missouri – Jennifer Langston-Justus of Gladstone, Missouri, has been named Missouri REALTORS ® 2023 REALTOR ® of the Year. This prestigious award is given to a member who exemplifies “REALTOR ® Spirit.” Dedication to the National Association of REALTORS ® Code of Ethics, efforts to encourage good real estate practices among other real estate brokers, volunteer work, and business accomplishments are among the selection considerations for this award. Justus was presented with this award on Wednesday, September 20 during Missouri REALTORS ® Fall Business Conference. Serving as a licensed REALTOR ® ...
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Larry Kolb Named 2023 Recipient of Missouri REALTORS® R. Layne Morrill Award

By Missouri REALTORS posted 8 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2023 Columbia, Missouri – Larry Kolb of Jefferson City, Missouri, has been named recipient of the Missouri REALTORS ® 2023 R. Layne Morrill Award. R. Layne Morrill, a past president of Missouri REALTORS ® and the National Association of REALTORS ® , was active in politics at the local, state, and national levels throughout his entire career as a REALTOR ® . This award recognizes an individual who, through career-long political involvement, has significantly advanced the legislative agenda of REALTORS ® in Missouri. Kolb received this award on Wednesday, September 20 during the Missouri REALTORS ® Fall Business Conference. ...
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Forrest Stodghill Named 2023 Recipient of Missouri REALTORS® Elizabeth J. Mendenhall E3 Award

By Missouri REALTORS posted 8 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2023 Columbia, Missouri – Forrest Stodghill of Joplin, Missouri, has been named recipient of the Missouri REALTORS ® 2023 Elizabeth J. Mendenhall E3 Award. Elizabeth J. Mendenhall, a Past President of Missouri REALTORS ® and 2018 President of the National Association of REALTORS ® , has inspired others with her career-long involvement at the local, state, and national levels. She is defined by Energy, Empowerment, and Experience (E3). This award recognizes a REALTOR ® who showcases innovation, dedication, and forward-thinking in every aspect of his/her career. Stodghill received this award on Wednesday, September ...
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Larry Keating Named 2023 Recipient of Missouri REALTORS® Bruce Aydt Code of Ethics Leadership Award

By Missouri REALTORS posted 8 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2023 Columbia, Missouri – Larry Keating of Jefferson City, Missouri, has been named the recipient of Missouri REALTORS ® 2023 Bruce Aydt Code of Ethics Leadership Award. Bruce Aydt, a past president of Missouri REALTORS ® as well as a National Association of REALTORS ® Distinguished Service Award recipient, has been a role model as a REALTOR ® leader at the local, state, and national levels throughout his entire career. This award recognizes a REALTOR ® who has been a role model in professionalism while engaging in activities such as offering advice and counsel on the Code of Ethics, teaching the Code to other REALTORS ...
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Nancy Gratz Named 2023 Recipient of Missouri REALTORS® Brady Stevens Award

By Missouri REALTORS posted 8 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2023 Columbia, Missouri – Nancy Gratz of Jefferson City, Missouri, has been named recipient of the Missouri REALTORS ® 2023 Brady Stevens Award. Brady Stevens, a longtime Joplin REALTOR® and 1963 president of Missouri REALTORS ® , led the statewide effort to develop and promote truly professional real estate education. He believed that members who promoted professionalism in their real estate practice and devoted themselves to ongoing professional development should receive special recognition. This award honors graduates of the REALTOR ® Institute who conduct their professional lives in the spirit of that tradition. ...
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Reviewing and Discussing Current Agreements in Place Before Executing a Contract

By Lisa Scoble posted 20 days ago
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Current agreements are an extremely important piece of information to review and discuss prior to executing a contract. This agent learns a hard lesson about current agreements firsthand in this scenario. Situation An absentee owner of residential property entered into a listing agreement with a real estate agent knowing his employer was planning to transfer him to another state. With excellent tenants living in the home, both the agent and owner believed that it would be attractive to potential investors. The tenants were then given notice that buyers could be entering the home and that ownership could change hands. Soon afterward, a couple viewed the ...
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REALTORS® Provide $100,000 in Storm Relief to Knox, Adair, and Bollinger Counties

By Missouri REALTORS posted 28 days ago
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 5, 2023 COLUMBIA, MISSOURI – In collaboration with the National Association of REALTORS ® Relief Fund, Missouri REALTORS ® , the Northeast Central Association of REALTORS ® , and Southeast Missouri REALTORS ® are proud to make $100,000 in funds available to Missourians impacted by a tornado that hit Knox County and flooding that occurred in Adair County on August 4, 2023, as well as flooding in Bollinger County on August 13, 2023. “The devastation to our community has been heartbreaking," said Erick Hanson, 2023 President of the Northeast Central Missouri Association of REALTORS ® . "As REALTORS ® , we know the importance ...
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Announcing 2024 O2 Leadership for Missouri REALTORS®!

By Missouri REALTORS posted 09-01-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® ,  We are excited to announce 2024 Leadership for Missouri REALTORS ® , including committee leadership and output group chairs and vice chairs. This amazing collective of individuals is focused on providing essential resources to continue advancing the role of REALTORS ® in real estate transactions as we serve our Missouri consumers and ultimately safeguard Missouri real property rights. We are committed to ensuring our Association is a great source for essential business resources while defending the American Dream of Homeownership. As your 2024 President, I am excited to work with these dedicated members to ensure the products ...
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Missouri REALTORS® July 2023 Statistics Report

By Missouri REALTORS posted 08-25-2023
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2023 COLUMBIA, MISSOURI – Missouri REALTORS ® is pleased to share a monthly statistics report highlighting the Missouri real estate market for July 2023. Missouri REALTORS ® sold 6,650 residential properties in July. While mortgage rates remained higher in July compared to the same period last year, the median sales price increased 4 percent, coming in at $259,900. The average residential sale price also increased 4 percent from last year to $307,361. In terms of total dollar volume, fewer home sales resulted in a 12.2 percent decrease in July compared to last year and a 14.3 percent decrease compared to June. Over 2.04 ...
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Leadership Spotlight: Antwann Rhodes

By Missouri REALTORS posted 08-21-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® are so much more than just real estate professionals. They dedicate their time to serving on school boards and running for elected positions. They educate, serve on panels, volunteer and facilitate industry discussions. Their philanthropic efforts are inspiring, and the difference they are making within their communities is significant. Our Leadership Spotlight series highlights these efforts and introduces some of our wonderful members. This month, we are shining the Leadership Spotlight on Antwann Rhodes. Antwann Rhodes, a dedicated REALTOR ® with Eagle Realty Group & Associates in St. Robert, MO, showcases his unwavering dedication ...
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September is REALTOR® Safety Month

By Missouri REALTORS posted 08-21-2023
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September is recognized as REALTOR ® Safety Month, a time to come together to raise awareness about the potential risks and challenges REALTORS ® face while serving clients. With open houses, property showings and meeting unfamiliar individuals, it's imperative for real estate agents to prioritize their personal safety. With the tips below, Missouri REALTORS ® can equip themselves with strategies and best practices to ensure their safety and wellbeing while performing their professional duties. Pre-Screen Clients: Before meeting clients in person, conduct thorough background checks and gather essential information about them. This can help identify ...
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Never Assume—It Can Only Increase Exposure to You and Your Firm

By Lisa Scoble posted 08-15-2023
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You know what they say about assuming: it only creates problems. This is true in both your personal and professional life. Never assume that the buyers know something because it could lead to expensive claims and a damaged reputation. Situation A real estate agent was given the opportunity to list and sell a historic residence situated on a tourist road that linked the town center and an interstate highway. The property was surrounded by fields of wildflowers and picturesque views of a lake and mountain range. Once the home was advertised in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), it garnered tremendous interest but no serious offers. However, the property ...
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President’s Blog | Looking Ahead to the 2023 Fall Business Conference!

By Andrea Sheridan posted 08-14-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® , The Fall Business Conference is quickly approaching and I’d like to personally invite you to join me, September 19-21, in Springfield. With a fantastic lineup of speakers and networking opportunities, it will be a great time! We will get the week started on Monday with Missouri Ag Law and Foreign Ownership of Land , The Hot Topic in Real Estate: 1031 Exchanges , and At Home With Diversity ® . Tuesday will begin with a diverse offering of educational opportunities, including Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing and AI: Harnessing the Good, Confronting the Bad, and Defending Against Cyber Dangers in Real Estate . Throughout ...
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