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Wildfire Preparedness for Property Owners
Wildfire Preparedness for Property Owners Taking small mitigation measures now can make a big difference later. Any time is a good time to be prepared for wildfire. Colorado’s wildfire season traditionally has been the summer months. However, the definition of “wildfire season” is changing. Wildfire seasons are growing longer, with fire alerts often issued even…
Read MoreRealtors® commit to equal access for homeownership
Realtors® commit to equal access for homeownership A focus on Fair Housing Every April, Realtors® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act and recommit to advancing equitable opportunities and expanding homeownership. Throughout the month, there is an emphasis on shining a light on housing discrimination and segregation. Fair Housing Month signifies a recommitment to…
Read MoreProviding Housing Solutions for Local Workforce
Providing Housing Solutions for Local Workforce Eagle County’s down payment assistance boosted by the Vail Board of Realtors When she moved to Eagle County approximately ten years ago, Whitney Young knew she wanted to call the Vail area home. Young desired to contribute back to the community and had ties to the valley through her…
Read MoreRealtors Making a Difference
Realtors Making a Difference Now in its fifth year, the Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation scholarship provides opportunities for students in higher education. Vail Board of Realtors® Foundation scholarship provides opportunities. In the words of Malcolm X, “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” To…
Read MoreThe Power of Advocacy
The Power of Advocacy Realtors advocating for our community Having a place to live and call home is one of the most essential needs for society. To that end, Realtors® are hard at work every day to protect the dream of homeownership and the rights of property owners at the national, state, and local levels.…
Read MoreHomeownership Month – Creating equal opportunities for future buyers
Homeownership Month – Creating equal opportunities for future buyers June is National Homeownership Month, when REALTORS® promote the benefits of homeownership and recommit to creating opportunities for future homeowners. REALTORS® commit to creating opportunities for future homeowners The Vail Board of REALTORS® Foundation (VBRF) graciously donated over $8,000 to the Volcanic View Cooperative (Co-op) in…
Read MoreWildfire preparedness benefits property owners
Wildfire preparedness benefits property owners Taking small mitigation measures now can make a big difference later Any time is a good time to be prepared for wildfire. While Colorado’s wildfire season traditionally has been the summer months, the definition of “wildfire season” is rapidly changing. Enduring drought conditions and changes in monsoon patterns are extending…
Read MoreA Focus on Fair Housing in Eagle County
A Focus on Fair Housing in Eagle County April is Fair Housing Month for the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Throughout the month, REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 with events and education shining a light on housing discrimination and segregation. Fair Housing Month signifies a recommitment to expanding equal…
Read MoreVail Board of Realtors boosts Eagle County down payment fund for attainable housing
Vail Board of Realtors boosts Eagle County down payment fund for attainable housing Housing Solutions for our Local Workforce. The Vail Board of REALTORS®️ and the Vail Multi-List Service are contributing back to the community by donating $50,000 and $25,000 respectively to the Eagle County Loan Fund (ECLF). ECLF is a Down Payment Assistance (DPA)…
Read MoreRealtors Make a Difference in the Community
Realtors Make a Difference in the Community Vail Board of Realtors Foundation supports the Eagle County community Realtors® are more than real estate professionals who help home buyers and sellers. They are neighbors and community members who support local causes by donating money, resources and volunteer time. Community involvement is a core tenet of the…
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