Government Affairs Archives

Monday Is the Deadline to Register to Vote

October 21, 2022 | Christopher Beadling | Government Affairs

In order to vote in the next election, which will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 8, you must be registered to vote by this Monday, Oct. 24.

PA House Committee Holds Hearing on Housing Affordability and Attainability

September 26, 2022 | Kim Shindle | Government Affairs

PAR Legislative Committee Chair Will Clauss represented the association’s 40,000 Realtors® and presented information about the housing market and challenges homebuyers are facing during public hearing with the House of Representatives Urban Affairs Committee last week in Harrisburg.

PAR’s Campaign School Launching Next Week

July 21, 2022 | Leighton, Kelly | Government Affairs

PAR is again offering a campaign school, with five, hour-long virtual sessions over the next month, beginning July 27 through Aug. 26.

1031 Like-kind Exchanges Offer Benefits to Commercial and Residential Investors

July 20, 2022 | Kim Shindle | Industry News | Government Affairs

“There’s a misconception that 1031 like-kind exchanges are just for commercial properties, but in reality, every residential Realtor® probably sells a rental property that may be eligible for a 1031,” said Margo McDonnell, president and CEO of 1031 Corp., Collegeville, Pa.

1031 Like-Kind Exchanges Recognized in Pennsylvania

July 8, 2022 | Martin, Sherri | Government Affairs

House Bill 1342 was approved by the Pennsylvania Senate and House of Representatives late on July 7 and part of the final budget process for the upcoming fiscal year.

Livestream Real Estate Legislation Signed Into Law

June 29, 2022 | Martin, Sherri | Government Affairs

For the past several months, PAR has worked closely with state Rep. Todd Polinchock (R-Bucks) on HB1849, strongly encouraging the General Assembly to approve the bill.