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Carolina Core Housing Summit
One of the most important issues facing our region is the lack of available housing across all price points. The Carolina Core Housing Summit was held September 27, 2024 at High Point University in High Point, NC. At the summit, results of the comprehensive housing study, which encompasses all 21 counties within the Carolina Core region, were unveiled.
The study, conducted by Bowen Research, is unprecedented in scope. Bowen Research surveyed thousands of individuals and analyzed data on hundreds of thousands of housing units within the region.
The goal of the Carolina Core Housing Summit was to present this data and unite key decision-makers around building solutions. A few key takeaways are:
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Housing solutions are needed across all income levels
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Coalition capacity is needed at the local level to bring all voices together
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The challenge is urgent, but solutions are achievable
Solutions to this challenge depend on two key factors. First, we must base our actions on data. The good news is we now have data to help us take action across the region or within individual counties.
Second, we must bring together the right decision-makers. That is why your participation at the Carolina Core Housing Summit is so crucial. Your insight and expertise are essential.
Sponsorship Information
WSRAR sponsors make things possible! We are able to hold a lot of our wonderful events because of our sponsors. We have a lot of options and encourage affiliate members to get involved!
Sponsorship Opportunities
We are proud to provide our members with opportunities ranging from socials to continuing education courses to educational events. All of this is made possible by your support. Click to see details on opportunities available for this year.
Sponsorship Form
Items are awarded on a first come, first served basis. Members will receive information each fall with additional details.
WSRAR Awards & Nomination Forms
Each year, WSRAR presents multiple awards to our members who exhibit a passion for what they do, who contribute to this profession and the community.
A.R. Tuttle Affiliate of the Year Award
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To recognize dedicated support for and service to WSRAR over the years by Affiliate members.
Past Recipients
1994 – Laura Dillard
1995 – Sue Preston
1996 – Ron Hooper
1997 – Emily Cockerham
1998 – Rosemary Howell & Nancy Brower
1999 – Nancy Hoover & Ruth Hudspeth
2000 – Beth Eller
2001 – Cindy Hodnett, Pat Ranson, & Bill Downey
2002 – Beth Potts
2003 – No Award Given
2004 – Ruth Hudspeth
2005 – Karen Myers Spong
2006 – Cecily Hooks
2007 – Tina Lien and Vicky Slate
2008 – Bruce Rudd
2009 – Anne Holland
2010 – Rosie Cox
2011 – Bill Dillon & Andy Hilton
2012 – Dianne Romano
2013– Brent Johnson
2014– Matthew Young
2015- Ruth Hudspeth
2016 – Hamilton Group Funding
2017 – Piedmont Federal Savings Bank
2018 – Allegacy Federal Credit Union
2019 – Craige Jenkins Liipfert & Walker, LLP
2020 – Roger Casey, Casey Creative
2021- Vicky Slate
2022-Keith Rogers
2023-Matthew Bailey
Citizenship Award
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To recognize a REALTOR for their contributions to the betterment of their community through outstanding public service.
Past Recipients
1990 – Sandy Mitchell
1991 – Jean Humbert
1992 – Bob Hartsell
1993 – Beau Dancy
1994 – Ferrell Clay
1995 – Ginger McCollum
1996 – Nat Taylor
1997 – Tom Bush
1998 – Lou Baldwin
1999 – Charlie Freeeman
2000 – Emma Graham
2001 – Robert Sanders
2002 – Katy Boles
2003 – Brooke Burr
2004 – Ron Rosenberg
2005 – Gloria Wommack
2006 – Jasmine Wofford
2007 – John McPherson
2008 – Richard Redding (posthumously)
2009 – Wendy Butler
2010 – Phil Rector
2011 – Chadwick Stamper
2012 – Jody Peske
2013– Jeff MacIntosh
2014 – Garry Merritt
2015- Joe Pinnix
2016- David Shaw
2017 – Brad Hunter
2018- Paul McGill
2019 – Cathy Robertson
2020 – Clare Fader
2021-Walt Kinsey
2022-Carmen Palmer, Angela Reins
2023-Elizabeth Lancaster
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To recognize a committee chair for outstanding leadership. Include Task Forces, President Advisory Groups, Divisions and special committees.
Past Recipients
1994 – Elizabeth Perkinson
1995 – Linda Umstead
1996 – Robert Sanders
1997 – Lee Ross & Lee Sykes
1998 – Monnie Johnson & Carolyn Hodge
1999 – Larry Biggs
2000 – Penny Boyles
2001 – Martha Wood
2002 – David Shaw
2003 – Mark Hartsell
2004 – George Munford
2005 – Angela Kalamaras
2006 – John Lewis
2007 – George Munford & Julie Poplin
2008 – Wendy Butler
2009 – Jennifer Chrysson
2010 – Mike Leamon
2011– Wayne Tharp
2012 – Chadwick Stamper
2013 – Bob Church
2014 – Brooke Cashion
2015 – John Riggins
2016 – Brad Hunter
2017 – Angela Kalamaras & Keith Rogers
2018 – Wayne Tharp & Michelle Fallin
2019 – Kaitlin Wall
2020-Hollie Breazeale
2021 – Terry Hedrick
2022- Lee Fowler
2023-Michael Swinson
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Past Recipients
2022 – Callie Stone
2023 – Will Varner
Thomas W. Lambe, Jr. Hall of Fame Award
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To recognize a REALTOR® for their contributions to the real estate industry and the REALTOR® organization which have had an enduring effect.
Past Recipients
1995 – Max Dwiggins, Vernon Ferrell, Lewis Hubbard, Ray Johnson, Sam Ogburn, Sr.
1996 – June Dinkins, Paul Johnson, Henry Nading, Cliff Vaughan, Lanier Williams
1997 – Rick Crowder, Chummy Grubbs, Mary Ann Parrish, Gordon Pfefferkorn
1998 – Louis Baldwin, Sr., David Shaw
1999 – Sophia Cody, Robert Helms, Kapp Ogburn, Bill Pfaff, Rose Sparks
2000 – Charlie Freeman, Carolyn Hardy, Bob Hartsell
2001 – Phil Johnson, C.C. Smithdeal, Jr., John Gallaher
2002 – Treasure Faircloth
2003 – Brent Bruner, Kathy Clark
2004 – Ferrell Clay, Ted Kelly
2005 – Seymour Rosenberg
2006 – Tom Bush
2007 – Rod Eller
2008 – Ron Rosenberg
2009 – Paul McGill
2010 – George Munford
2011 – Tom Johnson
2012 – Steve Culler
2013 – David Cooper
2014 – John Watts (posthumously)
2015 – Lou Baldwin
2016 – Beverly Godfrey
2017 – Penny Boyles
2018 – Phil Rector
2019 – George Bell
2020 – Wendy Taylor
2021 – Lici Fansler
2022 – Sam Ogburn, Jr.
2023 – Curtis Leonard
June Dinkins Political Affairs Award
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To recognize outstanding involvement in local, state, or national REALTOR® legislative and political affairs activities and service excellence in government affairs.
Past Recipients
1998 – Mike Moran & Cliff Vaughan
1999 – Michael Dey & Ferrell Clay
2000 – Lou Baldwin & Mike Moran
2001 – Charles Miller & Ted Kelly
2002 – Paul McGill
2003 – Connie Kowalske
2004 – George Bell
2005 – Glenn Cobb
2006 – Jake Cashion
2007 – Brooke Cashion
2008 – Nancy Gould
2009 – Richard Miller
2010 – Wendy Taylor
2011 – Brad Hunter
2012 – Charles Miller
2013 – Darrell McCormick
2014 – Jack Steelman
2015 – Jeff MacIntosh
2016 – Lou Baldwin
2017 – Marcia Barney
2018 – Troi Bachmann
2019 – Jim Logan
2020 – Cathy Robertson
2021 – John H. McPherson, Jr.
2022 – Treasure Faircloth
2023 – Phil Rector
Paul G. Minish REALTOR® of the Year
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To recognize those REALTORS® in our Association who have contributed and are continuing to serve their local Association, state Association, and community.
1965 – Tom Lambe
1967 – Frank Rhodes
1968 – David Rice
1969 – No Award Given
1970 – Charlie Church
1971 – No Award Given
1972 – Cliff Vaughan
1973 – June Dinkins
1974 – Henry Nading, Jr.
1975 – No Award Given
1976 – Don Britt
1977 – Lewis Hubbard
1978 – June Dinkins
1979 – Chummy Grubbs
1980 – Rick Crowder
1981 – No Award Given
1982 – Kapp Ogburn, Sr.
1983 – Gordon Pfefferkorn
1984 – No Award Given
1985 – Kathy Clark
1986 – No Award Given
1987 – Mary Ann Parrish
1988 – Bruce Hubbard
1989 – Sam Ogburn, Sr.
1990 – Phil Johnson
1991 – Nick Angel
1992 – Vicki Van Buren
1993 – J. Lanier Williams
1994 – Treasure Faircloth
1995 – Tom Johnson
1996 – David Shaw
1997 – Vernon Ferrell
1999 – Ferrell Clay
2000 – Connie Kowalske
2001 – Lou Baldwin, Jr.
2002 – Ginger McCollum
2003 – Rod Eller
2004 – Robert Helms
2005 – George Munford
2006 – Mike Moran
2007 – Paul McGill
2008 – Lici Fansler
2009 – George Bell
2010 – Ron Rosenberg
2011– Wendy Taylor
2012 – Phillip Rector
2013 – Charles Miller
2014 – Brad Hunter
2015 – Sam Ogburn, Jr.
2016 – Stephen Long
2017 – Kristina Farrell
2018 – Curtis Leonard
2019 – Brooke W. Cashion
2020 – Angela Kalamaras
2021 – Cathy Robertson
2022 – John McPherson
2023 – Phillip Johnson, Jr.
Rookie of the Year
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Past Recipients
2005 – Barry White
2006 – Chadwick Stamper
2007 – Susan Maier
2008 – Jeff MacIntosh
2009 – Clarence Williams
2010 – Blake Ginther
2011 – No Award Given
2012 – Angie Mauldin
2013 – Elizabeth Stahnke
2014 – Kathleen Graham
2015 – Michelle Speagle
2016 – Courtney Randleman
2017 – Stephen DeGrow
2018 – Hollie Breazealle
2019 – Anne Nesbitt
2020 – Elisa Waldron
2021 – Joey Ayers
2022 – Cassie Taylor
2023 – Victoria Fornalski
Professional Standards
WSRAR is committed to holding our REALTOR® members to the highest standards of ethical, professional, and fair business practices. The term “REALTOR®” signifies membership in the National Association of REALTORS® (“NAR”). In addition to NAR membership, REALTORS® hold membership in a local and a state association of REALTORS®.
The Code of Ethics of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® is the promise to the public that when dealing with a real estate agent that is a REALTOR®, you can expect honest and ethical treatment in all transaction related matters. Only REALTORS® pledge to abide by the Code of Ethics and only REALTORS® are held accountable for their ethical behavior.
Some of the basic principles of the Code of Ethics include:
- Absolute fidelity to clients
- Avoiding misrepresentation and concealment of pertinent facts to clients and fellow brokers
- Respecting other agency relationships
- Cooperation with other brokers and hearing panels
- Making your true position known by disclosing self-interest, compensation, and dual representation
- Safeguarding entrusted funds
- Assuring that agreements and commitments are in writing
- Providing equal, competent service to all
- Portraying a true picture in advertising
- Not engaging in the practice of law
Ombundsman Service
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Our Association offers Ombudsman Services: Online request form or you may call 800-443-9956 and ask to speak with the ombudsman coordinator.
The Ombudsman Program information is on NC REALTORS website under Business Center. In the Business Center, click Resolve and then Professional Standards. You’ll see the expandable toggle for Ombudsman on that page. The form is at the bottom of the page under the video.
Filing an Ethics Complaint
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If you believe that a REALTOR® member of the Winston-Salem Regional Association of REALTORS® (WSRAR) is guilty of unethical conduct, you may file a complaint with the Association. Please note that WSRAR cannot process complaints dealing with real estate law nor revoke or suspend the real estate license of its members. WSRAR cannot assist with release of earnest money deposits nor can we award money to a Complainant in the event, following a hearing, a member of WSRAR is found to be in violation of the Code of Ethics.
For information and instructions on filing an ethics complaint, please contact Susan Jester sjester@wsrar.com or call 336-768-5560.
Mediation & Arbitration Services
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Even REALTORS® who are committed to high standards of conduct occasionally have honest business disputes with other professionals, clients or customers. Mediation is the best alternative to expensive, lengthy, and unpredictable litigation.
Election & Candidate Information
Interested in serving on our Board of Directors? WSRAR holds elections each year. Below you’ll find helpful information to get you prepared for serving.
General Qualifications
I certify that:
- I am a member in good standing at WSRAR, NCR and NAR.
- My principle residence is located in NC and I hold an active real estate broker’s license and/or appraiser license or certification.
- Neither I nor any real estate firm in which I am sole proprietor, general partner, or corporate officer, is involved in any bankruptcy or insolvency proceedings, or has been adjudicated bankrupt in the past 3 years.
- In the past 3 years, I have not been found by a court, licensing authority or other lawful authority to be in violation of any civil rights laws, any real estate/appraisal license/certification laws, other laws prohibiting unprofessional conduct, and/or the REALTOR® Code of Ethics if such violation resulted in my suspension or expulsion from a local Association.
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