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Legislative Meetings brought our members and friends together from across the country, and the energy carried all week long. The highlight was our YPN Rooftop Reception on June 15, where DCAR YPN, Maryland REALTORS® YPN, and NAR YPN came together 12 stories up at 12 Stories, the rooftop at The Wharf, with the whole city […]

Join the DC Association of REALTORS® and Chairman Phil Mendelson at a fundraiser and reception to Keep Phil Fighting for DC! DCAR is hosting Chairman Mendelson on June 10, 6:30 pm at an intimate venue in Wesley Heights, NW. The address will be provided when you RSVP. Attendees will enjoy food and refreshments while we […]

As DCAR Public Policy Committee Chair Brandon Scott shared: “REALTORS® assembled at the Wilson Building in DC, advocating for affordable housing, access to housing, and building more housing. We all must do our part to move the city forward together. We’re DC, and we’re better together.” James Braeu, Vice Chair of the Public Policy Committee, […]

April 24, 2026 – The District of Columbia Association of REALTORS® endorses nine candidates for DC Council in the 2026 Primary Election. Each of the candidates is a champion and advocate of homeownership and is actively working to provide better opportunities for small businesses. These candidates are committed to tackling issues vital to REALTORS® during their […]

The District changed the vacant property tax rules as of October 1, 2025 under the Vacant to Vibrant Amendment Act, and this is something every DC REALTOR® needs to understand. If a property is vacant, it is still subject to the higher Class 3 tax rate unless the owner qualifies for a specific exemption, and those […]

On December 11, DCAR members, leaders, and partners gathered at the stunning Josephine Butler Center for the 2025 DCAR Annual Meeting & Installation—an unforgettable evening filled with celebration, connection, and inspiration. The night was dedicated to honoring excellence across our association. We proudly recognized our RPAC Investors, celebrated Stacey Barton, the 2025 REALTOR® of the […]

Congratulations to Stacey Barton, named District of Columbia REALTOR® of the Year by theDistrict of Columbia Association of REALTORS®. This annual award recognizes members whodemonstrate exceptional dedication and leadership in advancing their association and the realestate profession. Stacey’s contributions exemplify the highest standards of what it means to be aREALTOR®. “I am honored to be […]

The DCAR Public Policy returned to the Wilson Building for its Annual Advocacy Day at the John A. Wilson Building. While the Mayor’s proposed budget has not yet reached the Council, Public Policy Committee members and DCAR leadership took this opportunity to build on their relationships with Councilmembers and staff and to highlight their budget […]

DCAR is thrilled to announce that Dianah Shaw has been named the 2024 REALTOR® of the Year! This prestigious honor celebrates her remarkable 27-year career, which began in Brooklyn, New York. Her real estate journey then led her to Washington, DC where she has been serving her clients in the DC metro area for the […]