{"id":19552,"date":"2024-07-12T15:17:23","date_gmt":"2024-07-12T15:17:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/?p=19552"},"modified":"2024-08-08T16:38:34","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T16:38:34","slug":"gadfly-newsletter-november-2020-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/news\/newsletters\/gadfly\/07-2024","title":{"rendered":"GADFly Newsletter \u2013 July 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>In This Issue<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>GAD Institute is next week, download the app on <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/gad-2024\/id6504472717?narmail=GADInstituteJuly2024&amp;date=07-09-2024&amp;user=6598845&amp;itid=10395281\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Apple <\/a>or <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.gad2024&amp;narmail=GADInstituteJuly2024&amp;date=07-09-2024&amp;user=6598845&amp;itid=10395281&amp;pli=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google <\/a>by searching GAD 2024<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Updates to the RPAC <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/rpac\/major-investor-event-fundraising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Major Investor<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/rpac\/rpac-grants\/rpac-fundraising-grants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fundraising Grants<\/a> AND <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/recognition\/rpac-political-fundraising\/rpac-hall-of-fame\/nomination-form\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hall of Fame Nominations<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/narrealtorparty\/about\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">REALTOR\u00ae Party on LinkedIn<\/a> &#8211; use #REALTORParty to help amplify your wins!<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h3>Dates to Remember<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>July 12:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/1dnUjgcss9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">GAD Advisory Group Applications Open<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Jul 16-18:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/gadinstitute\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">GAD Institute<\/a> (Spokane, WA)<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Jul 31:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/realtors.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJcsceihqjwjHtFHX3RaVdtk_O0FjCg0Lp0g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">All GAD Zoom Call, 3 PM ET<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Aug 2:<\/strong> GAD Advisory Group Applications Close<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h3>Chair&#8217;s Letter<\/h3>\r\n<strong>The Best Week of The Year<\/strong>\r\n\r\nIt\u2019s the best week of the year for GAD Nation! A long time in the making, the 2025 GAD Institute is finally here. This year is a landmark, too \u2013 Did you know that this is the 40th anniversary of the GAD Institute?\r\n\r\nTo maximize your experience, I encourage you to download the GAD Institute app \u2026 just search GAD 2024 in the App Store or Google Play Store. Once you install the app, you\u2019ll (of course) see the full schedule \u2026 but we\u2019ll also have speaker information, a list of attendees (update your picture), and a lot more.\r\n\r\nFor first-time attendees, don\u2019t miss the New GAD Orientation (it\u2019s not the same program as we run in DC). For more seasoned GADs, please help our newer folks get the most out of the institute by being inclusive and welcoming! And for all attendees, PLEASE help us smash our goal for GADs Give Back by giving whatever you can.\r\n\r\nA lot goes into planning the GAD Institute and this quick-hit newsletter is insufficient to properly thank the overwhelming list of people who have their hands on this event.\r\n\r\nBut before I sign off on my final letter as your chair, I must acknowledge the NAR staff, starting with Jami, Jon, and the event planners. Thank you for the support.\r\n\r\nTo GAD AG \u2013 thank you for always showing up prepared, bringing your ideas, and your often unfiltered feedback! You\u2019ve done great work and I can\u2019t wait to see it all come to fruition!\r\n\r\nFinally, to my dear friend and vice chair Lacey Everett. I\u2019ll have more to say in Washington, but you have been my pillar of sanity this year, and I can\u2019t thank you enough for all the support, wisdom, and perspective.\r\n\r\nIt\u2019s been a privilege to be your chair. Spokane or BUST!\r\n\r\nBrandon Alderete\r\n512.573.3664\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h3><strong>What You Need to Know<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nGAD Institute is around the corner! Download the app (<a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/gad-2024\/id6504472717?narmail=GADInstituteJuly2024&amp;date=07-09-2024&amp;user=6598845&amp;itid=10395281\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Apple <\/a>| <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.gad2024&amp;narmail=GADInstituteJuly2024&amp;date=07-09-2024&amp;user=6598845&amp;itid=10395281&amp;pli=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google<\/a>) before you arrive in Spokane next week. And don&#8217;t forget to check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/gad-gives-back-to-family-promise-of-spokane?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&amp;utm_medium=copy_link&amp;utm_source=customer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">GADs Give Back<\/a> fundraiser and learn more about Family Promise of Spokane.\r\n\r\nQuestions? Contact <a href=\"mailto:jsims@nar.realtor\">Jami Sims<\/a> (202.383.1221) or email <a href=\"mailto:GADInst@nar.realtor\">GADInst@nar.realtor<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/1dnUjgcss9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>GAD Advisory Group Applications Open<\/strong><\/a>\r\n\r\nDo you want to serve on the GAD Advisory Group and weigh in on GAD Institute programming? GAD programming throughout the year? Applications are open today through Friday, August 2, 2024, for a 2-year term.\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h3>New RPAC Fundraising Grant Applications<\/h3>\r\nLast month we announced new Major Investor Event and RPAC Fundraising Event Grant applications hosted in Aristotle. These new forms streamline the submission process, collect more meaningful information, and tie your event to your Aristotle form. The new RPAC grant application forms are available on the REALTOR\u00ae Party website.\r\n<h3>New Hall of Fame Nomination Form<\/h3>\r\nEarlier this week, the RPAC Fundraising Team rolled out a new Hall of Fame Nomination form. This new nomination form will streamline and simplify the Hall of Fame nomination process. For questions, please contact <a href=\"mailto:jnguyen@nar.realtor\">Jenn Nguyen.<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/appsDocs\/rpac\/Resources-RPAC-Fundraising-Transmittal.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>RPAC Major Investor Recognition Deadlines<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMake sure you and your members are recognized as RPAC Major Investors by the<strong> October<\/strong> and December deadlines! These are <strong>HARD<\/strong> deadlines to submit RPAC investments to the NAR Finance Office. For questions about RPAC transmittal deadlines, contact <a href=\"mailto:jnguyen@nar.realtor\"><u>Jenn Nguyen<\/u><\/a> (202.383.1268), or <a href=\"mailto:dfrey@nar.realtor\"><u>Debbie Frey<\/u><\/a> (312.329.8565).\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/rpac\/major-investor-event-fundraising\/pins.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View the Major Investor Levels and Benefits.<\/a>\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h3>#ICYMI<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/homepage\/realtor-party-news\/realtor-party-news-july-2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">REALTOR<strong>\u00ae<\/strong> Party News &#8211; July 2024<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/AdvocacyMission\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NEW: NAR Advocacy Mission Landing Page<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/washington-report\/fha-changes-203k-rehabilitation-mortgage-insurance-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">FHA Changes 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage Insurance Program<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/washington-report\/treasury-department-announces-new-proposals-to-aid-housing-affordability-and-availability\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Treasury Department Announces New Proposals to Aid Housing Affordability and Availability<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.votervoice.net\/BroadcastLinks\/vijD8oXeR4GtHhQ3ul_SMA__;!!PkLhtwKy7FfEb1-0dSs!ceE4MM-GTYsx85rXFsCg1K7urxId9hinDXa4sQOzE6XaUHvGT1jNH-ygm6sE00pGxIFm8eOHHO_-VAcn3fki8HtO$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Webinar on How Associations are Using Housing Opportunity Grants<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.votervoice.net\/BroadcastLinks\/fiTyGneLkk_K8zaKye4SeQ__;!!PkLhtwKy7FfEb1-0dSs!ceE4MM-GTYsx85rXFsCg1K7urxId9hinDXa4sQOzE6XaUHvGT1jNH-ygm6sE00pGxIFm8eOHHO_-VAcn3U8Y-l-n$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Advocacy Scoop: Episode 5: Courting Opinions<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3>REALTOR\u00ae Party Social Channels<\/h3>\r\nAre you following the REALTOR\u00ae Party on social? We\u2019re on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/narrealtorparty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/narrealtorparty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Instagram<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.x.com\/narrealtorparty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">X<\/a>, and as of this month (by popular demand) <a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/narrealtorparty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LinkedIn<\/a>! On these platforms, we promote REALTOR\u00ae advocacy wins and initiatives at all levels of government and in communities across the country \u2013 including yours! Please share your updates with us by:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Contacting your Political Representative<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Using #REALTORParty in your social media posts<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/campaign-services\/gads\/gad-directory\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/d3dkdvqff0zqx.cloudfront.net\/groups\/nar\/images\/usmap_gadfly.png\" width=\"167\" \/>GAD Directory<\/a><\/h3>\r\nDon&#8217;t forget to update the GAD Directory! This ensures NAR has the latest contact information to share important updates and allows GADs to connect with each other about similar issues they may be facing.\r\n<h3>Become a Community Partner for National Voter Registration Day<\/h3>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/nationalvoterregistrationday.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Voter Registration Day<\/a> is September 18! NAR encourages your association to <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/narNVRD24OR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fill out this form <\/a>and host a voter registration event. As a partner, your REALTOR association can receive free stickers and posters, customized resources, and assistance in planning your celebration of the holiday. <a href=\"https:\/\/d3dkdvqff0zqx.cloudfront.net\/groups\/nar\/attachments\/Community%20Partner%20Flyer%20NAR%20NVRD%202024_6.28.24%20(1).pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sign up here.<\/a>\r\n<h3>Consumer Advocacy Grants Still Available!<\/h3>\r\nApply today for a Consumer Advocacy Outreach <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/member-consumer\/consumer-advocacy\/grant-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">grant<\/a>. Your association can apply for grant funds up to $25,000 (with a 15% skin in the game requirement) to engage with consumers in your community and advocate for public policy issues that impact homeownership and property rights. The Consumer Advocacy Outreach Advisory Board will hear requests on <strong>August 6 and September 10.<\/strong>\u00a0 Applications are due a week before they meet. Questions? Contact <a href=\"mailto:emurphy@nar.realtor\">Erin Murphy<\/a> (202-383-1079).\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h3>Become a Community Partner for National Voter Registration Day<\/h3>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/nationalvoterregistrationday.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Voter Registration Day<\/a> is September 18! NAR encourages your association to <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/narNVRD24OR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fill out this form <\/a>and host a voter registration event. As a partner, your REALTOR association can receive free stickers and posters, customized resources, and assistance in planning your celebration of the holiday. <a href=\"https:\/\/d3dkdvqff0zqx.cloudfront.net\/groups\/nar\/attachments\/Community%20Partner%20Flyer%20NAR%20NVRD%202024_6.28.24%20(1).pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sign up here.<\/a>\r\n<h3>Consumer Advocacy Grants Still Available!<\/h3>\r\nApply today for a Consumer Advocacy Outreach <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/member-consumer\/consumer-advocacy\/grant-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">grant<\/a>. Your association can apply for grant funds up to $25,000 (with a 15% skin in the game requirement) to engage with consumers in your community and advocate for public policy issues that impact homeownership and property rights. The Consumer Advocacy Outreach Advisory Board will hear requests on <strong>August 6 and September 10.<\/strong>\u00a0 Applications are due a week before they meet. Questions? Contact <a href=\"mailto:emurphy@nar.realtor\">Erin Murphy<\/a> (202-383-1079).\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h3>Upcoming NAR Events<\/h3>\r\n<strong>Plan for NAR Events<\/strong>\r\nCheck out the list of 2024 events <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/events\/nar-meetings-by-year\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>here<\/u><\/a> to save the date for upcoming conferences.\r\n\r\n<strong>GAD Institute (GADI) | Spokane, WA<\/strong>\r\nJuly 16-18, 2024 |\r\n\r\n<strong>NAR NXT, THE REALTOR<\/strong><strong>\u00ae<\/strong><strong> Experience | Boston, MA\r\n<\/strong>November 6-11, 2024 | <a href=\"https:\/\/registration.experientevent.com\/ShowNAR242\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Registration Open Now<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong>2025 Advocacy Week | Washington D.C.\r\n<\/strong>January 22-25. 2025 | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/events\/advocacy-week\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Learn more here.\u00a0<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In This Issue GAD Institute is next week, download the app on Apple or Google by searching GAD 2024 Updates to the RPAC Major Investor and Fundraising Grants AND Hall of Fame Nominations Check out REALTOR\u00ae Party on LinkedIn &#8211; use #REALTORParty to help amplify your wins! Dates to Remember July 12: GAD Advisory Group Applications Open Jul 16-18: GAD Institute (Spokane, WA) Jul 31: All GAD Zoom Call, 3 PM ET Aug 2: GAD Advisory Group Applications Close Chair&#8217;s Letter The Best Week of The Year It\u2019s the best week of the year for GAD Nation! A long time in the making, the 2025 GAD Institute is finally here. This year is a landmark, too \u2013 Did you know that this is the 40th anniversary of the GAD Institute? To maximize your experience, I encourage you to download the GAD Institute app \u2026 just search GAD 2024 in the App Store or Google Play Store. Once you install the app, you\u2019ll (of course) see the full schedule \u2026 but we\u2019ll also have speaker information, a list of attendees (update your picture), and a lot more. For first-time attendees, don\u2019t miss the New GAD Orientation (it\u2019s not the same program as we run in DC). For more seasoned GADs, please help our newer folks get the most out of the institute by being inclusive and welcoming! And for all attendees, PLEASE help us smash our goal for GADs Give Back by giving whatever you can. A lot goes into planning the GAD Institute and this quick-hit newsletter is insufficient to properly thank the overwhelming list of people who have their hands on this event. But before I sign off on my final letter as your chair, I must acknowledge the NAR staff, starting with Jami, Jon, and the event planners. Thank you for the support. To GAD AG \u2013 thank you for always showing up prepared, bringing your ideas, and your often unfiltered feedback! You\u2019ve done great work and I can\u2019t wait to see it all come to fruition! Finally, to my dear friend and vice chair Lacey Everett. I\u2019ll have more to say in Washington, but you have been my pillar of sanity this year, and I can\u2019t thank you enough for all the support, wisdom, and perspective. It\u2019s been a privilege to be your chair. Spokane or BUST! Brandon Alderete 512.573.3664 What You Need to Know GAD Institute is around the corner! Download the app (Apple | Google) before you arrive in Spokane next week. And don&#8217;t forget to check out the GADs Give Back fundraiser and learn more about Family Promise of Spokane. Questions? Contact Jami Sims (202.383.1221) or email GADInst@nar.realtor GAD Advisory Group Applications Open Do you want to serve on the GAD Advisory Group and weigh in on GAD Institute programming? GAD programming throughout the year? Applications are open today through Friday, August 2, 2024, for a 2-year term. New RPAC Fundraising Grant Applications Last month we announced new Major Investor Event and RPAC Fundraising Event Grant applications hosted in Aristotle. 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