AREC Holds February Meeting

AREC Holds February Meeting

The Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) held its February meeting last week. You can read more about the matters discussed here.
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Capitol News & Notes: Week Two

Capitol News & Notes: Week Two

Last week, the Legislature used another three legislative days in addition to moving many bills through committee. As of today, Tuesday, February 16, the House has introduced 413 bills, and the ...
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Mardi Gras to Yardi Gras – Alabama’s Annual Party Rolls On

Mardi Gras to Yardi Gras – Alabama’s Annual Party Rolls On

When you take a bite of that sugary King cake or don your green and purple beads on February 16th, keep in mind that America’s celebration of Mardi Gras was born ...
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$263 Million Rental Assistance Bill Passes Legislature

$263 Million Rental Assistance Bill Passes Legislature

In a huge win for Alabama’s tenants and housing providers, the Alabama Legislature just passed house bill (HB) 231 appropriating over $263 million in rental assistance funds. “Many folks were unable to ...
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Capitol News & Notes: Week One

Capitol News & Notes: Week One

As expected, the first week of session was anything but ordinary. The Alabama Legislature gaveled into the 2021 Regular Session on Tuesday, February 2. By law, the regular session is limited ...
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Celebrating Black History Month

Celebrating Black History Month

February is not just the month of hearts, flowers, and candy. More importantly, February celebrates Black History in America and the contributions of African American men and women to every facet ...
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Terminix Settlement Update – Process in Place

Terminix Settlement Update – Process in Place

On February 8, the Alabama Attorney General’s office released additional information on refunds from Terminix. For detailed information on the Terminix settlement and the refunds process, continue reading for a brief summary. ...
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January ARPAC Major Investors

January ARPAC Major Investors

Thank you to the following members who became 2021 ARPAC Major Investors in the month of January! Major Investors are those members who invest $1,000 or more a year in the Alabama ...
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January 2021 Membership Report

January 2021 Membership Report

With the turn of a new year, Alabama REALTORS® continues to see growth in membership levels at 20 out of 25 boards, including double-digit growth at five local boards. Association membership ...
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2021 Legislative Preview – The Knowns and Unknowns

2021 Legislative Preview – The Knowns and Unknowns

The 2021 Regular Legislative Session is upon us. It seems like both yesterday and years ago that members and legislators met at the 2020 REALTOR® Day and Legislative Reception, before COVID-19 ...
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