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Catania to Enter DC Mayoral Race 

The at-large council member has been exploring a run for mayor as an independent in the November general election. He was first elected to his at-large council seat in 1997 and is one of two openly gay councilmembers.

For DC Council in Ward 1: Brianne Nadeau 

After 15 years being represented by Jim Graham on the DC Council and several recent scandals, many Ward 1 voters feel it is time for a new face. This year, they have an excellent choice in Brianne Nadeau, and we encourage Democratic voters to choose her in the primary on April 1 or in early voting beginning March 17.

New Bill Aims to ‘Ban the Box’ 

In the past, job seekers would fill out applications asking questions about skills and employment history. Today one question applicants might not see is, “Have you ever been convicted of a crime?” This is due to the “Ban the Box” campaign, named for the application box noting criminal history.

Hud: Market Improves, but Still Healing

The housing market has made notable gains in recent months in terms of home prices, foreclosures, and new-home construction, but government officials caution that the economy is not yet back to normal.

59 Metros Back to Normal 

Gray Wins Vote but Falls Short of Stein Club Endorsement

D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray finished far ahead of four of his rivals at the Gertrude Stein Democratic Club’s mayoral candidates forum Thursday night but fell four votes short of the 60 percent threshold needed to win the club’s endorsement.

Council Chairman Mendelson to Hold Tax Assessment Town Hall Meetings in March

Council Chairman Phil Mendelson has announced three town hall meetings that will focus on the District’s recent real property tax assessments. 

Shut Out of the Housing Market? First-Timers Dwindle

First-time home buyers are particularly being hit hard by rising prices and tougher credit standards — and their decreasing market share proves it.

Obama Budget Authorizes DC to Change its Fiscal Year

President Barack Obama’s proposed 2015 budget includes a raft of provisions that control how the District does business, as the budget always does.

Skyland Groundbreaking March 12, but Wal-Mart Deal Not Done

NAR: Commercial Recovery Slow but Steady

The commercial real estate market is continuing to improve, but even with the country's brighter employment and economic outlook, the commercial recovery is slow-going, according to the National Association of REALTORS®.

ANCs Push for 16th St. Bus Lanes

An effort is underway to have local Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (ANCs) pass nearly identical resolutions urging more progress on proposed dedicated bus lanes on 16th Street NW.

Hear the Candidates: Ward 1 on Education

Incumbent Ward 1 Councilmember Jim Graham and challenger Brianne Nadeau both stress the importance of improving neighborhood schools. But Graham points to the progress that's been made during his 16 years on the Council, while Nadeau has a list of innovations she'd like to see to make schools work better for both at-risk and higher-achieving students.

DDOT Lays Out its Plans for New Bikeways in 2014

It may be snowing today, but spring is approaching. With construction season therefore around the corner, DDOT has released its list of planned bike projects for 2014.

Poll: Gray Maintains Lead, but Bower Closes Gap

"Charles' understanding of the landscape of Ward 6 and the needs of its residents are impeccable," said Bo Menkiti, DCAR RPAC Trustee. "His relentless dedication to bringing world-class schools to the District of Columbia falls directly in line with DCAR's priorities." 

Elections directly affect your communities and businesses.  Here are some REALTOR® Party specifics to know about Charles Allen before heading to the polls: 

Advocates strengthening our neighborhoods and home values by improving schools, preserving diversity, protecting our seniors and supporting small businesses;

Believes a wide-array of transit options is the best way to serve residents' diverse commuting needs;

Protecting the development and maintenance of public parks and spaces; and

Stimulating business growth by encouraging public-private partnerships to support a thriving economy. 

Charles Allen has pledged to continue working with DCAR to further the interests of the entire real estate industry. For election and voter information, visit DC's Board of Elections' website.

The District of Columbia Association of REALTORS® is a state-level association representing nearly 2,500 residential and commercial REALTORS® who are licensed in the District of Columbia.  The DCAR RPAC Trustees are an independent decision-making entity appointed by the Board of Directors.  They review and potentially endorse District candidates who are best suited to support REALTOR® interests with our resources.  This year's Trustees are all former DCAR Presidents.