Advocacy
Protecting our members’ ability to conduct business and also the rights of millions of property owners.
How do we advocate on your behalf?
The Fredericksburg Area Association of Realtors® (FAAR) represents REALTOR® and affiliate members throughout the Fredericksburg area including the City of Fredericksburg, and the counties of Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, Caroline, and Orange. FAAR focuses on protecting our members’ ability to conduct business and also the rights of millions of property owners across the region. FAAR works to build relationships with local elected officials to ensure that the real estate industry has a seat at the table when important decisions that impact the industry are being made.
REALTORS® Political Action Committee
Improving good government by stimulating Realtors® to become involved in government at every level.
Government Resources
Federal, state and local government legal resources for Realtors®.
Submit an Issue
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Policy and Advocacy News
Senate Passes Deal to Replenish Coronavirus Relief Funding
Recent news from NAR... The U.S. Senate passed legislation Tuesday to replenish funding for several coronavirus small-business relief programs championed by NAR and available to REALTORS®. The House is expected to take up the measure later this week. Under the...
NAR Advocacy Wrap Up
NAR has a lot going on fighting for our Realtors®, check out what your association has been doing for you! 1. NAR letter to Speaker Pelosi, Leader McCarthy, Leader McConnell, Leader Schumer, and your member in the House and Senate. The letter thanks...
Treasury Releases Small Business Paycheck Protection Program Loan Application
The NAR FAQ is now available at the bottom of this post. Please direct any questions regarding this program or any others to FAAR Public Policy Director Kim McClellan. The Treasury Department released the application for the SBA 7(a) Paycheck Protection Program...
Live in the City? Vote by mail!
The City of Fredericksburg will hold elections for City Council on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. Due to COVID-19 and ongoing restrictions, the City is requesting that everyone vote by mail. The deadline for requesting an absentee ballot is April 28. Click the button below...
FEMA Extends Grace Period for Policy Renewal
Here is some good news out of FEMA, the agency is extending the grace period to renew policies from 30 to 120 days in order to help NFIP policyholders experiencing financial hardships. FEMA continues to take proactive steps to address the COVID-19 pandemic and to...
Advocacy, COVID-19, and your business
The Realtor® organization at all levels is advocating on your behalf during this unprecedented market disruption caused by the COVID-19 virus. Read on to see what NAR, VAR, and FAAR are doing to keep you safe and keep your business on track. National Association of...
Public Policy Committee
The FAAR Public Policy Committee consists of Realtor® and affiliate members who are interested in politics and policy. The group meets monthly to discuss issues of concern that impact the real estate profession. These issues are related to specific policies at the local, state, or federal level and also local elections. The Committee members work to develop solid relationships with local elected officials so that our Association has a seat the table when important decisions are being made that will impact the real estate market.
FAAR Legislative Positions
The FAAR Public Policy Committee reviews individual issues that agents are facing on a rolling basis. If the Committee identifies an issue that has implications for the real estate market as a whole, we will submit that issue to the Virginia Realtors® for potential inclusion in our statewide legislative platform before the General Assembly. View our current Legislative Package here. Interested in submitting an issue of concern? Do it here through our simple online form.
The Committee also frequently reviews and updates our Standing Positions. We refer back to these positions when we are asked to support or oppose something specific. These positions guide the response and engagement of our Association on issues in our local communities. Click here to view our current Standing Positions.
Advocacy Events
FAAR hosts events throughout the year that give members the opportunity to engage in advocacy efforts. Each February, Realtors® and affiliate members descend on Capitol Square in Richmond to lobby their members of the General Assembly on issues of importance to real estate. FAAR hosts roundtables 3-4 times per year throughout the region to address specific local issues and hot topics such sign regulations and economic development. FAAR frequently hosts events with local elected officials to give our members a chance to interact with those individuals who represent them.
Fredericksburg Area Market Statistics
FAAR has access to a wealth of statistical information that you can use in your publications, market research, and listing presentations. Want to know how the market is faring throughout the region? Read the latest FAAR reports and review market statistics by clicking on the links below.