134. Facts/Fictions of NAR Settlement News from the National Media

Mark gives his opinions and thoughts on the new changes in the real estate market due to the NAR settlement - what are the things the media ISN’T telling you!

Related Links to the Show:

NAR Reminder - https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/national-association-of-realtors-reminds-members-and-consumers-of-real-estate-practice-change

CNN post - https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/12/economy/nar-realtor-settlement-august-commissions/index.html

Today Show video - https://www.today.com/video/how-changes-to-real-estate-broker-commission-fees-will-impact-you-217134149754

Events:

Saturday, August 17:

Middletown’s Annual Car, Truck, and Tractor Show: 3-8PM. $10 entry fee. 7793 Main Street, Middletown, VA 22645

https://www.middletownva.gov/2024/02/06/14t-annual-car-truck-tractor-show-saturday-august-17-2024/

Saturday, August 24:

Belle Grove Wine Fest: 11AM-6PM. 336 Belle Grove Rd. Middletown, VA 22656.  Live music, tastings, food and artisan/merchandise vendors.

https://bellegrove.org/calendar/winefest

Watermelon Wine Festival: 12-5PM. James Charles Winery. Watermelon wine slushies, local beers, complimentary glass of wine, food trucks, local craft vendors, and live music. 

https://jamescharleswine.com/event/watermelon-fest-2024/

August 24 - September 2:

“Hungry for History” Food History Event: Museums and historic sites in our community will offer a variety of programs and special events such as presentations, cooking demonstrations, children’s activities, food tastings, special handouts and giveaways, historic recipes, agriculture related programs and more.

https://visitwinchesterva.com/event/hungry-for-history-food-history-event/