2024 Upcoming Education Offerings Report

2024 Upcoming Education Offerings Report

Read more to find out what educational offerings are happening around the state. 
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FinCEN Proposes Rule Requiring Reports About All-Cash Transactions

FinCEN Proposes Rule Requiring Reports About All-Cash Transactions

The U.S. Department of Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network proposed a new rule that would require that information about certain all-cash real estate transactions be reported to FinCEN.  
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Alabama's Spring Housing Market Predictions

Alabama's Spring Housing Market Predictions

As the gentle warmth of spring graces Alabama, it's not just the weather that's heating up – the real estate market is also entering its busiest and most dynamic season. ...
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CNN Week 6 – Workforce Housing Tax Credit, Squatter Removal and More

CNN Week 6 – Workforce Housing Tax Credit, Squatter Removal and More

Coming off of its first week-long break, the legislature slowed down a bit last week, using only two legislative days. Continue reading for a brief summary of REALTOR®-relevant news from the week. ...
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State Treasurer Young Boozer Helps REALTORS® Secure Unclaimed Property

State Treasurer Young Boozer Helps REALTORS® Secure Unclaimed Property

The Alabama Association of REALTORS® recently partnered with State Treasurer Young Boozer to successfully recover almost $20,000 in unclaimed property owed to AAR from 15 years ago.
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Alabama’s February Housing Market Kickstarts Spring Rebound with Increase in Home Sales

Alabama’s February Housing Market Kickstarts Spring Rebound with Increase in Home Sales

According to the February Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report, Alabama experienced its first increase in home sales activity since June of last year.
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AREC Holds March 2024 Meeting

AREC Holds March 2024 Meeting

The Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) hosted a few meetings in March, including its regular monthly commission meeting. Read on for the meeting summary. 
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The First Ladies of AAR: Celebrating Women’s History Month

The First Ladies of AAR: Celebrating Women’s History Month

As we celebrate Women’s History Month this March, we pay tribute to the profound impact of women on history, culture, and society. Within the Alabama Association of REALTORS®, there’s no better ...
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National Association of REALTORS® Reaches Agreement to Resolve Nationwide Claims Brought by Home Sellers

National Association of REALTORS® Reaches Agreement to Resolve Nationwide Claims Brought by Home Sellers

The National of REALTORS® announced an agreement to end litigation of claims brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions. 
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CNN Week 5 – Property Tax Cap Advances, School Choice Signed into Law

CNN Week 5 – Property Tax Cap Advances, School Choice Signed into Law

Last week, the frantic pace and tough issues like School Choice, DEI, and gambling spilled over into some tense moments on the House floor. Expectations are that they will slow down ...
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