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October Real Estate Statistics Released
The Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® has released the October 2020 real estate statistical report. It is hard to know exactly where to start when so many records are being broken in the OBX real estate market. First and foremost, we have almost surpassed 2005’s record YTD total volume sold, having seen an astronomical $1.18 BILLION.
Read More3rd Annual OBX Community Blood Drive
For the third year in a row, OBAR is partnering with the Holy Redeemer by the Sea Catholic Church (HRCC) for our holiday blood drive. Join us on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 from 10:00A-4:00P, or Wednesday, December 2, 2020 from 12:00-6:00P at HRCC
Read MoreNAR’s Board of Directors Approves Changes to Code of Ethics
Effective Friday, November 13, 2020, NAR’s Code of Ethics now extends beyond your professional life as a REALTOR® to your personal life. This may be witnessed via social media sites like Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, etc., but also includes your behavior in public, including parties with friends.
Read MoreNew Member NCR Benefit SafeShowings
NCR and OBAR believe it is a lot! NCR has a new REALTOR® Partner: SafeShowings. This app has several features that will make you and client safer.
Read MoreThe GrowthZone App!
Get the App! Now you have the ability to access your OBAR GZ account on your phone! Download the MemberPlus iOS version from iTunes or the MemberPlus Android Version from Google Play and gain access to:
Read MoreGet 40% Off Post Licensing Classes November 9-15, 2020
The CE Shop and OBAR have a long history of collaborating for online, “asynchronous” CE courses at reduced rates. We are excited to announce that through The CE Shop, you can now take Pre/Postlicensing courses!
Read MoreProposed Changes to NAR’s Code of Ethics
Professional Standards Committee Recommends Proposed Changes From a message from NAR General Counsel Katie Johnson: Deliberation on the Professional Standards Committee recommendations continues with robust debate happening on the HUB, in social channels, and offline. Having this type of open, transparent, and respectful discussion so far in advance of the board of directors meeting is…
Read MoreWhen is the Vacation Rental Addendum required?
From the North Carolina Association of REALTORS® QUESTION: My buyer is preparing an offer to buy a home that is currently used as a vacation rental. If my client gets the home, they intend to occupy it full time. I spoke to the listing agent on the phone, and he assured me that the seller…
Read MoreCreating a GZ Account
Creating a GZ account on our website has never been easier! There is a procedure you have to follow when logging into our new software for the first time. We have been trying to get the word out through our eblasts, Paragon homepage, and our FB group, but it’s hard to reach everyone depending on…
Read MoreSafe Showing Pledge
Safe Showing Pledge The OUTER BANKS ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® is committed to doing all we can to ensure the safety of everyone involved in a real estate transaction. We are requesting that all REALTORS® (Listing & Buyers Agents, and Property Managers) adopt the following guidelines by taking the “Safe Showing Pledge ” below to protect…
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