Weekly GIAR Newsletter
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GAR Important Reminders!
- GET INVOLVED ACROSS THE STATE WITH THE 2025 YPN STATEWIDE SUMMER OF SERVICE: Georgia YPN is transforming our annual day of service into a statewide summer of service from May 1 through August 31, 2025! All local board YPN chapters across Georgia are invited to join us in giving back to our communities throughout the summer. Ask us for your t-shirt sizes and how YOU can participate in YOUR community! https://youtu.be/_hhwYqHT69U
- YPN LIVES: Join YPN this summer for the YPN Live: Summer Investing in Yourself Series, where you’ll gain valuable insights into giving back to yourself and your business from experts in the industry. These sessions are for all members, no matter your age! Whether you’re a seasoned REALTOR® or just starting out, this three-part virtual series will empower you with the knowledge and strategies to make informed business decisions and grow your network! Learn more about each session here: https://garealtor.com/events/ypn-leadership-live-series/
- ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXPO: Rev your engines and get ready to "Thrive Beyond the Finish Line" at the 2025 GAR Annual Conference & Expo — racing into Charlotte, North Carolina, this September 1- 5, 2025! To learn more or register, CLICK HERE
- FALL GRI SUMMITT: Save the date for the Fall GRI Summit at Brasstown Valley Resort in the scenic Northeast Georgia mountains, October 26-31, where we'll offer all GRI Core Courses (Skill Building, Risk Management, and Systems & Tools) alongside advanced Mastery options for those ready to elevate their expertise. Registration opens in mid to late June. CLICK HERE to learn more.
A Hopeful Sign: Mortgage Application are on the rise
Hopeful home buyers appear to be responding to the chance to lock in lower borrowing costs: Mortgage applications for home purchases are 17% higher than the same week a year ago, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported this week. “Buyers are in a sweet spot with more housing inventory and slightly better rates,” says NAR Deputy Chief Economist Jessica Lautz.
Full Story: REALTOR® Magazine (8/15)
| Full Story: REALTOR® Magazine/YPN Lounge (3/25) |
Essential VA Loan Info for your Military Clients
| Full Story: National Association of REALTORS® (8/19) |
Reprinted from REALTOR® Magazine with permission of the National Association of REALTORS®. Copyright 2025. All rights reserved.
New Consumer Guide: What is the VA Home Loan Guaranty?
NAR is pleased to share the latest consumer guide focused on how the VA Home Loan offers a great path to homeownership for current and former military service members.
As a reminder, all guides in this series are available for download—in both English and Spanish—on facts.realtor. Please allow a few days for the Spanish version of the latest resource to be translated and uploaded. For ease of reference, below is a list of the most recent guides:
- NEW: What Is the VA Home Loan Guaranty?
- 10 Tips for Packing Smartly for a Move
- State and Local Tax (SALT) Deductions
- Buying a Historic Property
- Making Your Home More Energy Efficient
- Working with a Real Estate Attorney
Thank you for your continued engagement with the “Consumer Guide” series and for sharing the resources with prospective clients to ensure they have the information they need to find success in their homebuying or selling journey. Remember that these guides are for informational purposes only and are not meant to enact or change any existing NAR policy.
Be on the lookout for the next consumer guide, which outlines requirements for private mortgage insurance and how it protects lenders and consumers.
NAR members can continue to access the latest information and FAQs about the settlement on facts.realtor.
NAR will also continue to provide updates about the settlement process as it unfolds on competition.realtor.
Visit ThatsWhoWeR.realtor to view the new consumer campaign ads, and to leverage turnkey advertising and social assets to share. The campaign demonstrates the expertise of REALTORS® helping their clients navigate the risks, pitfalls, and complexities of buying or selling a home or property, reinforcing their expertise, commitment, and consumer-first approach.