April is Fair Housing Month

Every April, REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 and reflect on housing discrimination and segregation, past and present. As community leaders, real estate professionals have an opportunity to be a part of a equitable and inclusive change. Fair Housing Month signifies a recommitment to advancing equitable opportunities and expanding homeownership.

54 REALTORS® Inducted into the CAAR 2023 Professional Honor Society

CAAR announced the induction of 54 REALTORS® into the 2023 class of the CAAR Professional Honor Society during a hybrid General Membership Meeting on Thursday, March 21st at the Hillsdale Conference Center.

This prestigious accolade has been a long-standing award program at the state level and was instituted by CAAR in 1996 to recognize standards of industry excellence. The 2023 class marks the 28th year for six CAAR members and the first year for two members.

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CAAR Celebrates 2023 Annual Awards Recipients

CAAR has announced the recipients of its annual awards for 2023. The awards were announced during a hybrid General Membership Meeting on Thursday, March 21st at the Hillsdale Conference Center.

The CAAR has a well-respected program to honor members who contribute to the local industry in a way that enhances professional practice and boosts the reputation for all.

Those honored include:

• Sales Associate of the Year | Katelyn Mancini, Howard Hanna Roy Wheeler Realty
• REALTOR® Ethics in Action | Sasha Tripp, Story House Real Estate
• REALTOR® of the Year | Josh White, Story House Real Estate
• Good Neighbor Award | Marjorie Adam, Nest Realty Group
• Hall of Fame | In memoriam, Stephen McLean, McLean Faulconer, Inc.

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About - The Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® serves more than 1,300 real estate professionals and affiliate members throughout the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. Widely recognized as the leading voice for real estate in Central Virginia since 1925, CAAR members bring professionalism and high ethical standards to every business transaction. The Association advocates for the protection of private property rights and provides tools and technology for members to achieve expertise in serving the needs of customers and clients. The CAAR membership is committed to enriching the region’s neighborhoods by engaging in a variety of educational programs as well as community service events each year.

Vision - REALTORS® are relevant and impactful in real estate decision and the communities in which they serve.

Mission - To build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive Association that equips members to grow as ethical and responsible professionals.

Business Operations - CAAR continues to be in Level 2 business operations.

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