Schedule One-on-One Video Appointments with SABOR
Beginning July 1, you can make one-on-one virtual video appointments with SABOR’s Member Care and REALTOR® Academy representatives! Read more
Join a SABOR Committee in 2021
Applications to join a 2021 SABOR committee are open, and we encourage you to consider participating! Apply here. Read more
SBA Releases Updated PPP Forgiveness Guidelines
The SBA and the Treasury released updated forgiveness forms and guidance for PPP loans, based on the changes made by the “PPP Flexibility Act” signed into law on June 5. Read more
Notice of Tenant’s Rights Ordinance Goes Into Effect July 25
On Thursday, June 25, San Antonio City Council voted unanimously to adopt the Notice of Tenant’s Rights Ordinance which requires property owners to provide tenants with a notice of tenant’s rights upon delivery of a notice to vacate for non-payment of rent; and provides after an initial warning for first-time offenders, a penalty for non-compliance not to exceed $500.
YPN’s Trivia for TREPAC is Going Virtual!
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SABOR Announces Nominees for 2021 Board of Directors
The slate of nominees for SABOR’s 2021 Board of Directors will be presented on July 30 at the virtual General Membership Meeting. Read more
Communicating with Clients About the Current Market
The housing market has stayed busy, even during the pandemic. Here are some resources you can use to communicate with your clients to let them know real estate is still open for business. Read more
60 Day “Right to Cure” Ordinance Does Not Pass San Antonio City Council
On Thursday, May 14, San Antonio City Council voted against a 60-Day “Right to Cure” Ordinance by a vote of 5-6. This ordinance would have required a residential landlord to provide a notice of proposed eviction to residential tenants prior to a notice to vacate for failure to pay rent. The proposal would have given the tenant 60 days to cure any delinquent payments, prior to a landlord giving a tenant a notice to vacate. A similar measure has passed in the cities of Austin, Dallas, and San Marcos.
SABOR opposed the passage of the ordinance for multiple reasons, including legal concerns and the adverse impact it would have on landlords and property owners.
Along with the dialogue and engagement between SABOR staff, members, and City Council behind the scenes, SABOR also launched a Call-for-Action on Monday, May 11. In only two days, 632 members took action by contacting their councilmembers on the issue – a response rate of 6%.
At City Hall on the day of the vote, there were over 100 REALTORS® and Property Managers in attendance, wearing their face coverings and armed with folders full of talking points. They shared emotional and real-life testimonies about the impact the ordinance would have on their business as small-time business owners.
Ultimately, the actions taken yesterday by SABOR members and in the weeks-long build up to the vote directly changed the outcome of the vote.
SABOR is gratified by the Council’s decision yesterday and will continue to work with the City to address housing issues fairly and equitably as they arise from COVID-19.
New connectMLS Feature: Live Stream Open Houses
We’ve added live streaming as an additional way for REALTORS® to do open houses and tours. Learn more in this quick video. If you have any questions, please contact support@sabor.com. Read more
Resources for Tenants and Landlords During COVID-19
COVID-19 has put tremendous pressures on everyone including landlords and tenants. With orders from the federal, state and local governments impacting property owners and renters, it can be a challenge to know what to expect as well as the resources available. Read more
